Traynor Amp

Stephen Gambrell · Post by **Stephen Gambrell** » 25 Oct 2002 4:36 pm

Some of you may remember my post 6 or 8 weeks ago, asking about Traynor amps. I got a lot of response, and thanks a lot.
Today, I picked up the new amp, model YCV80Q. It's the LOUDEST 80 watts I've ever heard, but it's clean as the board of health! 4x10, switchable channels(but I haven't tried the hot rod channel yet).
All tubes, and built like a TANK! They also build a 2x12 version, called the YCV80, but I like the response of the 10s. Kinda like an Ampeg SVT.
My playing still sucks too bad to go play a gig(on steel, anyway), but I think this dog will hunt, anywhere!
How much is a Session 400 Limited, in great condition, with cover, worth these days? I think I've found a replacement!

Bob Snelgrove · Post by **Bob Snelgrove** » 25 Oct 2002 5:37 pm

Is this Traynor new?

bob

Stephen Gambrell · Post by **Stephen Gambrell** » 25 Oct 2002 8:33 pm

Brand new, Bob. I think this model just came out this year, or maybe last. And I tried the overdrive channel---it burns, too! I'm telling you, this may be the only amp I'll ever need. And I'm not getting paid for this.

Matt Steindl · Post by **Matt Steindl** » 26 Oct 2002 10:48 am

Sorry to keep harping on the Fender Rhodes connection, but the ideal amp to play a hodes through, is a Fender Twin. On the Rhodes mailing list, Traynor tube amps are held in almost as high regard. Apparently they are bulletproof as well!

They are built on Canada right?

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Mattman in "The Big Sleazy"-:
S-10 Dekley, Suitcase Fender Rhodes, B-bender Les Paul

Karlis Abolins · Post by **Karlis Abolins** » 28 Oct 2002 11:58 am

Traynor recently announced a new amp to add to its line. It is a 15 watt all tube amp with reverb, master volume, and effects send/return. It has a single 12" celestion speaker. It is very similar to the YCV80 and YCV80Q except 15 watts instead of 80. I have called my local music store and they have some on back-order. This may be the ultimate practice/studio tube amp. It is not inexpensive. The asking price is $519 with a list of $649. It is just a little less than the YCV40 but has a lot more features.
My son plays his 6 string thru a YCV40 and it is clean and powerful.

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Michael Brebes · Post by **Michael Brebes** » 30 Oct 2002 9:42 am

I've been playing my Traynor Mark 3 since '73 and it's been a workhorse. Speakers died once and then a solder joint broke loose on a cap about 8 years ago. Other than that it's been problem free. A real powerhouse, especially after I put the EV12L's in it.