Hey all. I updated my 2013 BE100 to the newer spec with the 3 way structure switch as well as the change to the NFB for a more open sound. I did not update to the latest sozo caps. First off, let me say that Dave and Todd Vucins from Boutique Amp Distribution could not have been easier to deal with. Being that i'm located in Canada I really wanted to get my amp updated but the shipping and customs charges are outrageous and I couldn't justify it. I asked Dave if it was possible to get the parts and he had Todd contact me. I sent Todd a gut shot photo of my BE and he replied back with detailed instructions on how to install the mods based on my photo. He wired up the switch etc so it was extremely easy to install. Was it worth it? IMHO it takes the amp to a different level. I loved my BE before but with the lower gain stuff it kind of thinned out as the gain dropped. Now, with the gain set high, the structure switch takes you from cranked super lead, to more moderate, to more more moderate levels of gain. It also is a fair bit more open post mods. Here are a couple of super quick clips for those that are interested. They were recorded with a 57 on a creamback 75 and a Gibson DG335. These were also recorded at very low volume. The first clip is the BE before the mod and after the mod with same settings. Just to try and capture the difference in the more open sound. Second clip is the same riff on low, medium, then high on the S switch....all on the BE channel.
https://soundcloud.com/ryan-purdue-6472 ... e-and-post
https://soundcloud.com/ryan-purdue-6472 ... switch-lmh
https://soundcloud.com/ryan-purdue-6472 ... e-and-post
https://soundcloud.com/ryan-purdue-6472 ... switch-lmh