Boost it. I owned a Stage I Stiletto Deuce for several years. It's not a metal amp; even with an
EMG-81 loaded guitar the bottom end is a bit loose for that style. It does tighten up quite a bit with a TS-type boost in front though, even with the vintage-flavored passives I favor. I'm not a metal player myself really, so YMMV, but it's a vintage rock-flavored amp, and while it does have a ...