Smilzo
Fractal Fanatic
We can already (in Fractal's) set bias so high that tube conduct always (class A) for push pull amps with lots of authenticty. For SE amps there could be some difference, I guess, because of interleaving/insulation of OT. I don't know how to make a PP OT sound like a SE OT.Based on the postings of Smilzo, this seems like a prime opportunity for a truly digital amp model, one that transcends the physical realm. I'm thinking of a 100W true Class A amplifier, not limited by huge and costly physical transformers, failing extra hot biased tubes and exorbitant electricity bills. From what I've read so far, anything Class A above 10W output power gets a bit tricky and very costly in the real world, but since the Axe FX is not constricted to the real world, we could maybe play the first "impossible", yet real sounding Class A amp.
I recognize that Cliff has probably done these "impossible" mods to create the idealized FAS Crunch, Lead etc. models. I wonder if the currently available, idealized FAS Class A amp model can be manipulated enough through the advanced settings to always remain in Class A mode, no matter how hard it's driven...
So if you want PP class A to the max, rise bias up to the melting point! If you want a SE class A... I suggest try 5F1 amp, change power tubes/bias to taste. One of the best amp I have ever played is the Peters JP10, a SLO-100 like preamp into a 10 watt SE poweramp. Touch sensitive, lots of gain, vintage vibes with modern feel. Damn, how I wish @FractalAudio FAS take!!!!