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anybody mess with Retro Mechanical Labs (RML)?
Posted: Wed Dec 02, 2015 6:01 pm
by Ruiner
I know a bunch of people have the Electron Fuzz Custom (including myself). I really dig that one but curious if anyone has any of the other stuff he makes?
I just put in an order for the Jekyl and Hyde. Thing sounds and looks amazing. About to go over the different options with him for it before he starts. Gonna take about 90 days but that's ok.
Most likely going with a cream top and this kind of wood and stain:
What do you own that's RML? Do you like it? Any recommendations for my custom order... mods and such?
Re: anybody mess with Retro Mechanical Labs (RML)?
Posted: Wed Dec 02, 2015 6:04 pm
by D.o.S.
I have never heard of this company but that is a gorgeous box.
Re: anybody mess with Retro Mechanical Labs (RML)?
Posted: Wed Dec 02, 2015 6:07 pm
by Ruiner
D.o.S. wrote:I have never heard of this company but that is a gorgeous box.
Yeah all his boxes are beautiful... can't decide on the cream or black top. A few wood choices too. He really customizes it to your liking when you do a custom order... all the way up to the meter.
Re: anybody mess with Retro Mechanical Labs (RML)?
Posted: Wed Dec 02, 2015 6:08 pm
by Ruiner
and here's a demo of the JNH
[youtube]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=T9Mvxmi37aA[/youtube]
Re: anybody mess with Retro Mechanical Labs (RML)?
Posted: Thu Dec 03, 2015 6:29 am
by fuzzonaut
Is the almighty DirtyDuke also on ILF?
He has 3 of them IIRC - and loves them all, espcecially the 432k.
I want all of them.
Re: anybody mess with Retro Mechanical Labs (RML)?
Posted: Thu Dec 03, 2015 8:00 am
by untilshewokeme
fuzzonaut wrote:Is the almighty DirtyDuke also on ILF?
He has 3 of them IIRC - and loves them all, espcecially the 432k.
I want all of them.
duke is a member but I am not sure he browses here a lot. I will link the thread and tag him to make sure he comes over here and give you his full review on everything he owns.
nshuman, I believe, recently picked up a Electron Fuzz Nuclear Meltdown
Re: anybody mess with Retro Mechanical Labs (RML)?
Posted: Thu Dec 03, 2015 8:28 am
by Jwar
I had one and would still have it if it wasn't so fucking big. It was their standard pedal? I can't remember what it's called. Shit sounded glorious is all I know!
Re: anybody mess with Retro Mechanical Labs (RML)?
Posted: Thu Dec 03, 2015 8:46 am
by dirtyduke
Hey guys,
I have the electron fuzz(thx jwar) the 432k, the mig fuzz and the pedal and a gun.
The migg is an absolute dream muffvstyle fuzz........
The electron is very unique and a keeper for sure.
I just got the pedal ND a gun and haven't used it yet, but
The 432k is the best distortion/fuzz I own, and I own a lot..... I'll see if I can gt a demo this weekend
Re: anybody mess with Retro Mechanical Labs (RML)?
Posted: Thu Dec 03, 2015 9:28 am
by amnesiac305
I have followed RML for quite awhile. I recently picked up an electron. I have always been curious about his other stuff, especially the 432k and J&H.
Re: anybody mess with Retro Mechanical Labs (RML)?
Posted: Thu Dec 03, 2015 9:33 am
by nshuman
I have the small box Electron and love it. It is a killer fuzz that just gets so LOUD.
Definitely amazing stuff, but the big box stuff really is huge from the pics I have seen of Duke's boards.
Re: anybody mess with Retro Mechanical Labs (RML)?
Posted: Thu Dec 03, 2015 9:56 am
by Ruiner
dirtyduke wrote:Hey guys,
I have the electron fuzz(thx jwar) the 432k, the mig fuzz and the pedal and a gun.
The migg is an absolute dream muffvstyle fuzz........
The electron is very unique and a keeper for sure.
I just got the pedal ND a gun and haven't used it yet, but
The 432k is the best distortion/fuzz I own, and I own a lot..... I'll see if I can gt a demo this weekend
Wow! That's an awesome assortment of RML. Ever since i got the standard RML Electron Fuzz i've been really interested in his other stuff. Now that i own a synth too i decided to go for the Jekyl and Hyde.
Would definitely love to hear a demo of your 432k!
I don't mind the size since it'll be for home recording. Can't wait to get it!
Re: anybody mess with Retro Mechanical Labs (RML)?
Posted: Thu Dec 03, 2015 11:48 am
by Uncle Grandfather
Got their custom and love that tremolo effect. Also have one of their muff clones, not sure what its called but its in one of their beautiful wood enclosure and uses mojo parts, has some nice mods like tone bypass. Great sounding pedals for sure. Love the aesthetic.
Re: anybody mess with Retro Mechanical Labs (RML)?
Posted: Thu Dec 03, 2015 12:04 pm
by Ruiner
changed my mind, having him build me a black top and dark stain similar to this one... just has a vintage feel i like more than the cream colored....
Re: anybody mess with Retro Mechanical Labs (RML)?
Posted: Thu Dec 03, 2015 10:34 pm
by casecandy
Holy fudge that's a gorgeous pedal. What do you even do with all those knobs?! Twiddle 'em, naturally.
I have never heard one bad thing about this company. YouTube pedal demo hero Nick Casale swears by his Electron Fuzz. I have considered buying one of those before.
I mentally categorize them with Spacemen in a folder that reads, "Really Really Nice But Prolly Too $$$."
Re: anybody mess with Retro Mechanical Labs (RML)?
Posted: Thu Dec 03, 2015 10:46 pm
by casecandy
Like I mean, listen to this product description:
The Electron Fuzz “Custom” is an extremely high gain distortion. Seriously, normal volume setting is at about 10% of its full output potential. Two gain/tone controls “Hurt” and “Pain” give a variety of tone textures and a feedback noise loop can be adjusted to add a very gritty almost 8-bit sound or a squelching scream. (Great for droning or well crafted solos and recording). The extra stomp switch adds 2 more additional gain stages and a boost of high end to the sound. Best of all the distortion oscillates when notes are held adding a new level of expression.
You had me at "Normal volume is 10% of its output"
