Peavey Mods

Craig A Davidson · Post by **Craig A Davidson** » 5 Jan 2002 2:26 pm

I just want to let everybody know that I put the mods in my Session 500, and my Nashville 400. I am very happy. I didn't know those amps could sound that good. Everything is clear with plenty of lows and highs yet really clean. Kudos again to Mike Brown and the folks at Peavey.

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1985 Emmons push-pull, Session 500, Nashville400, 65 re-issue Fender Twin, Fender Tele

Mike Brown · Post by **Mike Brown** » 7 Jan 2002 8:10 am

Hello Craig,
Thank you very much for installing a Peavey mod kit into your amplifier. When we released our kits, our intention was to offer a kit that gave the consumer an opportunity to purchase one at a reasonable cost, and in some folks opinion, provide more flexibility with the equalization circuits in our steel amps. I have copied a bit of information concerning mod kits in general that I thought that you might like to read. Thanks again for using Peavey products. Since the audio amplifier became a reality years and years ago, there have been many tricks, variations and hype offered by individuals ranging from "tube/parts swappers" to audio engineers that tend to make a consumer believe that there is "magic" in designing an amplifier. The fact is that there are no "magic tricks" in the field of electronic technology. However, some of the "magic kits" that are popping up tend to lead you to believe this. More times than none, the costs involved to modify a circuit are merely the price difference of the parts themselves. After all, "swapping" parts in an already designed circuit is not the actual redesign of the circuit. So, why should these "magic" kits cost so much?

In some circles, players are considered "less" of a player if they are playing "stock" amplifier. If you take two identical setups and have two different players play through this same setup, one player will usually sound better anyway, regardless if the amp is "modified" or not.

With over 112 engineers on our staff who set an objective for a product, research the market, create an idea, layout a plan of action and place that plan into motion by designing and manufacturing the finished product, there is no doubt why Peavey steel guitar amplifiers are the leading edge products preferred by pro and amateur musicians all over the world

Our engineering teams at Peavey have done massive research. We have documented equalization curves of the various Peavey amps that are being "modified". These mods are really simple and inexpensive to install. We have even provided circuit board layouts with the necessary parts values for those with proven technical skills.

There is usually a "down" side to modifying the original circuit of any brand of amplifier, but in most cases this is not considered by the company that is recommending their mod kit. But more than likely there are disclaimer statements through the literature that attempt to release them from any responsibilities should the results be undesirable.

The bottom line is that there is no "magic" in electronics, so beware of those who imply that there may be. Amp design is mostly science with a little "art" added to the mix. Mostly just the application of proven technology and a lot of "common sense"! 'Nuff said.

Roger Russell · Post by **Roger Russell** » 7 Jan 2002 9:54 am

What are the cost of these mod kits,and who can install them. Thanks Roger Russell

Mike Brown · Post by **Mike Brown** » 7 Jan 2002 12:37 pm

Roger, check your e-mail as I try to comply with Bob's rules on the forum.

Sam White R.I.P. · Post by **Sam White R.I.P.** » 7 Jan 2002 7:02 pm

Hi Mike Brown could you E-mail me the Price of the mod kit also. I run a Peavy Nashville 400 and Peavy Bandit 75 through my Pro Fex II and I have a sound lots of the guys in Massachusetts are looking for the love this sound.
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Danny Hullihen · Post by **Danny Hullihen** » 10 Jan 2002 6:13 pm

Well said, Mike. Paying more doesn't necessarilly mean you are getting more, and this is a perfect example of that.

Myself and four other professional steel players have A/B'd the Peavey Mod vs. a competitors mod kit in identical amplifiers, and there was no decernable difference in the sound. The only real difference was the price.

Mike Brown · Post by **Mike Brown** » 12 Jan 2002 11:47 am

You'd probably be surprised at how many musicians can hear the difference in the price! I think that every musician that has been in the business a few years has a musician friend that "hears with their eyes"!

Thanks for using Peavey products.

Mike Brown
Peavey Electronics Corporation

Erv Niehaus · Post by **Erv Niehaus** » 12 Jan 2002 12:30 pm

Mike:
Does Peavey make a mod kit for the ProFex II also? I have two 400s and a ProFex II that I am in the notion to modify.
Thanks, Erv

Larry Behm · Post by **Larry Behm** » 14 Jan 2002 5:20 am

Erv check out the Lemay mods, you will be thrilled. There is a web site at miracle audio.com or see my web site for a link. www.aracnet.com/~lcbehm

Larry Behm

Mike Brown · Post by **Mike Brown** » 14 Jan 2002 7:28 am

Yes, we do have a mod kit for the Profex II. I'll send you an e-mail with the part information and pricing. Since the Profex II is software based, the E-Prom(the chip that the programs are burned into), no one other than Peavey can alter the logarithms. Only quieter chips can be chosen.