Gerry,
Is it possible you could describe what you mean by a boost for the "extra layer?" I'm not getting what that means.
Thanks
Well I may be wrong to use this term, but isn't it gain staging?
So the "extra layer" is the third layer.
Tube1
layer one + Tube2
layer two @ hi gain setting = very distorted but much to flubby and open (good for some stuff though)
Boost
layer one + Tube1
layer two + Tube2
layer 3 @ hi gain but not as much as before and a little more bass added to compensate for thinning = a thicker, tighter, tougher distortion with a nice spongy feel.
And depending on your boost, you can change flavour.
I use an analogue OD from by Boss GT5, drive at 0 and level about 45% I get a nice natural sounding boost with some emphasis on the mids and treble, basically add CHUNKYNESS!
If I use EQ with mid boost, I get the chunk but in an older sounding "stuck wah" style boost sound, like I think how people say Schenker sounds or late 70's priest.
If I add more gain to either of these style boosts using the MP1 then I can go more insane but it's best to use in moderation.
MJMP you get me right?