Hi! I've been reading the forum and watching the videos, but still can't make up my mind. Any advice?
Current Gear - Jet City JCA22H (20w head), Egnater Tourmaster 4x12 cabinet, Digitech RP1000 modeling and effects pedal (I use my RP1000 amp models via the 4 cable method to skip the pre-amp section and go straight to the power tubes.) Strat with Texas Specials and Pearly Gates (Blues and Classic Rock). Ibanez s420 with Dimarzio John Petrucci Set + True Velvet middle (Hard Rock and Metal).
Playing styles - WIDE variety! No need for ultra cleans, but I do enjoy amp models for SRV, Clapton, Hendrix, Zeppelin, AC/DC, Van Halen, Metalica (you get the picture).
Goal#1 - Best speaker (in terms of wattage) for a 18-30 watt EL84 head and all-around match for various styles. The V30s sound good, but I play at volumes around 25-40% of the master volume and feel like I'm probably not getting the full potential out of my 75w Vintage 30s. BTW, I like the sound of the Reapers on the Reapers vs. Green Beret comparison.
Goal #2 - I would like to purchase 2 speakers to start with, then if everything goes well, purchase another 2 later. What 2 would be a best all around match for the Vintage 30's now? Then later, what speakers to get when I replace the other 2 V30s down the road (that would be a best match for the two I'm buying now?
I realize this is a lot to ask, both of you and of my speakers! Thank you so much for this forum and your advice!