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  1. Smeigel_12000

    112 vs 212 loudness

    I'll see if I can make a soundclip soon. It will be with my phone so don't expect groundbraking recording quality :)
  2. Smeigel_12000

    112 vs 212 loudness

    Ps. I don’t know if this is allowed here, but I decided to open a dedicated Swart amp owners group on Facebook to exchange experiences, interests and tips about Swart amps. Feel free to join if you’re interested 🙂. https://www.facebook.com/groups/3194674120745276/?ref=share Please delete this...
  3. Smeigel_12000

    112 vs 212 loudness

    Thank you all for the comments and advises. I found a great deal on a Swart ST-45 with matching 2x12 cab with alnico ruby’s in it this weekend so I couldn’t resist. It seems to fit the bill perfectly, though I haven’t tried it in a band setting yet.
  4. Smeigel_12000

    112 vs 212 loudness

    Hi Rocky, I'm already running a TungSol 7581a to get the most headroom out of it. It did work fine for the last 2 years, but not enough for my new needs. That Bad Cat suggestion is actually a great one. I will look into that. Thanks!
  5. Smeigel_12000

    112 vs 212 loudness

    Thanks guys, I guess it stays a gamble if it's the right way to go. Maybe I should just look out for a new amp to be certain of enough volume. Any recommendations that would give me the quality and tone of the Swart but with more power? I know there's the Swart AST MKii but that head is pricy...
  6. Smeigel_12000

    112 vs 212 loudness

    Speaker sensitivity is measured in spl. We’re talking about the same thing here. Just wondering if a 212 would sound “fuller” and more in your face.
  7. Smeigel_12000

    112 vs 212 loudness

    The gold is already one of the most sensitive speakers on the market as far as I know. Running the head into another (power) amp could be interesting. I do wonder what happens with the resistance values and if it alters the sound. There are power amps I can fit in my cab though
  8. Smeigel_12000

    112 vs 212 loudness

    Haha sorry
  9. Smeigel_12000

    112 vs 212 loudness

    Hi all, This post has nothing to do with Guild directly so sorry if this is not allowed here, but I have question about the power of a 112 vs 212 cab. Currently I’m using a Swart Atomic jr head with matching 112 cab loaded with a celestion gold. Great little amp but, we started playing...
  10. Smeigel_12000

    Case for a Starfire

    Hi all, I would like to get a case for my Starfire III for better protection (I got it in a cheap Stagg softcase). Are there any non Guild guitarcases that would fit a Starfire well? I know there are new Guild cases available but I want to know if there are other options available?
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    My first Guild: 1977 Guild Artist Award

    Wow, that's one beautiful Guild!! Congrats!
  12. Smeigel_12000

    Starfire III restoration

    I should not react to this negativity anymore, and this will be my last post on this thread, but can't help reacting to mr. Broes latest post. In the first place I thought it would be nice to show you guys my progress on a pretty Starfire husk, with a bit of a risk not having seen the neck brake...
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    Dearmonds vs Littlebucker, what do you prefer?

    Title says it all. I'm curious if anyone here tested the real (old) ones back to back. I personally have a NS Starfire with the modern minibuckers and an old starfire with 60's P2000's. Imho the sounds of these two are quite close to each other, witch made me wonder if the minibuckers were...
  14. Smeigel_12000

    Starfire III restoration

    Wow, this thread went a different way then I was expecting :-), and that all because of one disagreeing member. Happy to see most of you don't have a problem with my way of acting. Thanks for your great reply by the way @Guildedagain. You describe exactly my feelings about this topic. To be...
  15. Smeigel_12000

    Starfire III restoration

    this guitar was never for profit purposes but rather having fun restoring an old beauty to its former glory. I have been, and still am in doubt about selling it because when do you have a chance to own such a special guitar. It’s still my decision though what I’ll do with it. I don’t really...
  16. Smeigel_12000

    Starfire III restoration

    That was the plan indeed. To be honest I wouldn’t be comfortable using it for gigs and I’m pretty happy with my Newark Street sf. I’m not disappointed at all in the guitar 😅
  17. Smeigel_12000

    Starfire III restoration

    And here’s the end result. Not all is original 60’s stuff but it’s pretty close to original I think. I’m stil looking for a scratch plate and pickup cover but the guitar is in working condition again after a long lasting injury. 😊
  18. Smeigel_12000

    Starfire III restoration

    Electronics aren’t really my cup of tea so I had some hiccups with getting it working properly, but all is working right now.
  19. Smeigel_12000

    Starfire III restoration

    Here some pictures of the neck repair.
  20. Smeigel_12000

    Starfire III restoration

    Hi all, I'm always on the lookout for interesting restoration projects but never pulled the trigger on one untill about 2 months ago I came across a '63 Starfire III on reverb, completely naked but seemingly in a good state apart from the nasty neck break. I figured out it was worth the...
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