MOD 3.666 (created by Hairston Bagg and Marshalljmp)
This mod is more extensive to perform, as it addresses some EQ issues on the motherboard, as well as modifications to the tube board. The "Mesa" tone still shines through with this mod, and the available gain is VERY high (much higher than any Mesa equilivant). The Bass and Mid EQ points have the ability to be "customized" to each individual user through the creative use of adjustable internally located trimpots.
The mids can now be viciously scooped out if desired, and the bass frequency point can also be altered and "tuned" to the particular speaker cab being used. This results in a very tight sounding bass "thump" instead of sounding "flubby". Combine this tight bass with the mids scooped out severely, this mod will give the MP-1 a truly "evil" sound; hence the name "MOD 3.666". The Clean Tube voicing has more gain available, and thus produces a nice crunchy overdrive as well.
Pros:
Tons and tons of gain. Customizable EQ points for the Mids and Bass. Clean Tube voicing gets very "crunchy".
Cons:
More gain equals more noise. You will need a gate for high gain mayhem. The adjustable trimpots are designed for a "set and forget" situation. Clean Tube voicing is even harder to achieve a truly "clean" tone.
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