[Gibsonblues]

Originally Posted by rkaynan

I bought a brand new Classic 30 last Saturday and have been toying with it all week. Last night I gave it good workout in a band situation and it worked flawlessly and really sounded good. I have 2 criticisms though: It doesn't have as much sustain as I'd like when overdriven. (I use a 2003 LP Standard). Also, and the real reason I'm replying; even with nothing plugged into the amp there is a low level hum. I haven't owned an amp in a very long time and wonder if anyone knows if this normal and acceptable for a tube amp. I don't like it.

I looked at two of the Classic 30's today at one of the GC's in the area. Black tolex priced at $599. I did notice that they come with a metal cage that is screwed on and protects all of the tubes. That's about the same price as the Fender HRD I think. I've been looking at small tube combo amps such as the Deluxe Reverb, Orange Tiny Terror, and the Classic 30. I think I'd like the tweed covered Classic 30 for the price! Sounds like it worked pretty well for you. Later, Gibsonblues...