wow! thank you! i honestly didn't expect anyone to really reply... but it looks like i've got some good advice. thank you !
Oh by the way the "tiny tone" is a nice idea, but if you've played with it or something close to it's size you'll understand what i mean when i say they sound like bees in jam jars... .

Ane one built their own amp here? any sucsess?
It looks like i've just got to go and get me a liibrary card now...
ciao.