Plexi 1959 HW - Good Mods/Deal?

[Atomic Amps]

I have a lead on a local 1959 HW for $1700. It's in great condition but has been "upgraded" by a respected local tech.

Here's what's been done:

-Sozo vintage capacitors
-Sprauge Atom resistors
-Carbon comp resistors
-F & T filter caps 68 spec
-Negative feedback wired 8ohm

I know on paper these sound like good/high quality subs but how will they effect the sound / value of the HW specifically. I'm interested in an example that sounds like a great vintage un-modded (read: no extra gain or voicing change) classic Plexi.

I'll be playing it later so that's, of course, a big part of the decision right there. Looking for some thoughts on this, though.

Thanks!

Tom

 

[lespaul6]

,,,sounds like he ruined it with those blurry sozos....shame

 

[Atomic Amps]

,,,sounds like he ruined it with those blurry sozos....shame

Can't figure out whether this is sarcasm or not. Anyone else?

-TK

 

[JB6464]

Is there a reason you did'nt use mustards instead ?

 

[Atomic Amps]

Is there a reason you did'nt use mustards instead ?

I didn't use anything. I'm considering purchasing the amp and this is what is has. I didn't get an explanation but it's a moot point.

-TK

 

[Loudness250]

I think 1700$ is a little steep, those are not expensive mods. I would try asking 15. But I haven't been looking at the market on these lately.

 

[LP Freak]

There's been no gain mods as far as I can tell. It sounds like he was just trying to "upgrade" the amp. I'm sure most people wouldn't even be able to tell the difference over stock.

 

[glip22]

I've seen these go for quite a bit less than 1700. Personally I would need to see the work before I bought. Sozo caps definitely take out some high end but in this amp it may not be a bad thing. I would not recommend Sozos for any high gain applications though. The amp might sound really good. No way to know without trying it.

 

[Jofipe]

once broken in, Sozo caps sounds really good IMO. Especially in new Marshalls that can be quite brittle and harsh. Upgraded a 1959RR once with Soso's (long gone by now). But that really gave the amp a little sweeter character. It's very subtle I have to add... so adding sozo's in a 1959HW would probably just move it a tiny tiny bit closer to a vintage amp... still the magic lies in those old transformers, something you won't get. 1700,-? Steep... i'd save for a Metro or a cheap used Wizard (little different but killer) if possible.

Still, if it's a Marshall you want.. a HW will be more reliable than a vintage amp, and you won't have to worry. Something that you definitely more than appreciate if you play rock gigs.