Ruby amp question

[jnash85]

While looking for a new amp I came across the Ruby amp. I have a few requirements and I think this will suit them better than anything on the market.

- Will only be used at home, so must sound good at bedroom levels
- Need a clean sound that will take pedals well

I would like to start with the stock ruby amp. I will use the speaker and cabinet from my Fender 25R Frontman. I would like to gradually add other projects to the amp. Ultimately I would like three selectable channels (Umble, Azabache, and Tonemender) that is then fed into the ruby. I would also upgrade the cabinet and speaker.

Would that be possible? I like this idea because I can get up and running with with a Ruby quickly, and gradually add the other projects as my budget allows.

How would this compare to say, just dropping $100 on a Vox Pathfinder.

[LucifersTrip]

on the Rubys I've made there is always some small distortion, even when the gain is turned down. so, don't know if you'll get the clean you wanted.

though, i'm not a master of the Ruby...

[jogina111]

theres a little distortion when you strum hard but at bedroom level,like volume at 5, its all clean..you might want  your 3 channels to be a pedal, I think its more enjoyable than sticking it as part of the amp.

[jnash85]

Ok. I just ordered the parts to build a Ruby. Is it reasonable to expect it to sound as good or better as ~ $100 solid state amp? I will be using my Fender 25R Frontman cab / speaker to start.

[jogina111]

that depends on your understanding of whats a good sound is...but its a treasure for me. you can always mod it to your preference.

[ricothetroll]

Ultimately I would like three selectable channels (Umble, Azabache, and Tonemender) that is then fed into the ruby.

you might be interrested by my current project :
http://www.diystompboxes.com/smfforum/index.php?topic=101220.msg892964#msg892964
I'm etching the PCBs today so layout is on the way, I'll publish it once built and verified.
Best regards.