Hi there. So I own a Ampeg VH140C that sounds monstrous. More gain than anyone would ever need with the gain on 6. Chorus sounds good and on the lead channel if you pull out the chorus knob it boost the volume even with chorus on zero. So I saw a SS140C on Craigslist for a good price. And it sounds similar but with the gain on 10 it's barely enough... sounds like my VH with gain on 3.
So issue 1. Low gain.
Issue 2. With chorus on it lowers volume of entire amp.
Issue 3. When turning amp on there is a LOUD pop. Bad on speaker cab. I can plug the cab in after I turn the head on to avoid the pop but I know this isn't right....
I love my VH140C but this SS140C sucks. Any ideas?

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