FT: Mesa Walkabout for GK 800RB or...

[sunbeast]

Extra points for a local Portland area deal!

So, I've had two Walkabouts for a while now, and have come to accept the fact that the application I had intended to use both at the same time for is probably never going to materialize!
I am still crazy in love with the Walkabout tone, but really don't need two identical amps when I could try something new! Both of my Walkabouts are basically identical- both are newer blackfaced era and both have the updated inputs and effects loops original from the factory. I believe both are less than five years old, though I only have the reciept/warranty for one, so that's the one I'm keeping. I haven't had any issues with either and have used them both interchangeably (one as part of the Scout combo, and one with my NV610)...


more pics (apologies for the blurriness- I think I might need to clean my camera lens!):
http://s129.photobucket.com/albums/p...e%20Walkabout/
I have often wanted to own an 800RB, since so many of my favorite players in the past have used them to great effect- so that is my top trade interest. I'd ideally want a comparable 800RB (so fairly new and in clean condition) plus a little bit of money on your end ($150 or so). I'd take an older one as well, but with a little more cash added.
Other than that, I might entertain similar more modern heads that can still get pretty aggressive when needed- a Mesa M3 would be killer (but an 800RB is definitely tops!)...I might also be interested in a nice Jazz bass with maple or ebony fretboard.

I'll post pics tomorrow after work, and feel free to ask any questions and make any offers!

[HaPpYfAcE]

any interest in an M6 carbine?

[sunbeast]

Originally Posted by HaPpYfAcE

any interest in an M6 carbine?

Thanks for the offer, but I actually got rid of my M6 to fund my second Walkabout in the first place- it was just too much firepower for my current needs!

Karl

[sunbeast]

Bringing this one back from the dead!

[georgestrings]

I have a like new 700rb-II with all original packaging, manual, etc...


- georgestrings

[sunbeast]

Originally Posted by georgestrings

I have a like new 700rb-II with all original packaging, manual, etc...


- georgestrings

I've had a couple folks offer those. I really need to take a trip down to a GC and spend some time with one to see for sure though- I've just never spent the time with one that I have with the 800RB. I also like the potentials of the 800RB crossover more, though I may well never use that... I'll get back to you!

[Crabby]

I have a mint LMIII i would consider trading if interested. It is completely pristine with original box, packaging and manuals.

[sunbeast]

Originally Posted by Crabby

I have a mint LMIII i would consider trading if interested. It is completely pristine with original box, packaging and manuals.

Thanks, but I am not really a fan of the Little Mark tone from what I've messed around with!

[georgestrings]

Originally Posted by sunbeast

I've had a couple folks offer those. I really need to take a trip down to a GC and spend some time with one to see for sure though- I've just never spent the time with one that I have with the 800RB. I also like the potentials of the 800RB crossover more, though I may well never use that... I'll get back to you!

Yeah, check one out and get back to me... Although there's no denying that the 800rb is a classic, IMO the 700rb-II is more versatile... Up until recently, I've been using two of them for gigging and rehearsals - but traded one towards a Big Block 750... When I saw your ad, I started thinking that going all-Mesa for a bit with my amplification might not be a bad idea...



- georgestrings

[sunbeast]

Long overdue pics added!

[Wes Whitmore]

400RBIII, MB500, MB200? I've always wanted a walkabout...
Wes

[sunbeast]

Originally Posted by Wes Whitmore

400RBIII, MB500, MB200? I've always wanted a walkabout...
Wes

Thanks, but none of those are quite what I'm looking for from the GK camp!

....and bump

[MarkusBass]

Too bad it's not the full combo...I'd consider my Fusion 550 in trade if you where interested. Killer amp, but what to try something different.

[sunbeast]

Originally Posted by MarkusBass

Too bad it's not the full combo...I'd consider my Fusion 550 in trade if you where interested. Killer amp, but what to try something different.

Nope- definitely keeping one Walkabout and my Scout combo cab. It's by far the best small gig amp solution I've ever come across!

[MarkusBass]

No problem! Just thought I'd through it out there;-)

[sunbeast]

Originally Posted by MarkusBass

No problem! Just thought I'd through it out there;-)

Never hurts to ask! Sure you don't want to trade me one of your excess Laklands? I've been gassing for a Skyline Jazz of some sort for ages...(just throwing it out there! ) Seriously though- that looks like quite the collection!

Karl

[MarkusBass]

He he he! Thanks man! Nah...there like kids:-)

[sunbeast]

Finally got a chance to rock out through a 700RB for a decent amount of time today, and I am convinced that I can also make one do my bidding! In other words- I will extend my enthusiasm to a 700RBII (+ cash on your end) trade...bump

[CelinderMotoMan]

I have a 1001RB-II

[sunbeast]

Originally Posted by CelinderMotoMan

I have a 1001RB-II

Thanks for the offer, but I think the grind from the lower power heads is what attracts me to them- that has certainly been the case with the 800RB (I remember a couple of my favorite harcore bands back in the day that were essentially diming them to get "that" tone!). While I will be competing with two drummers in my new project, I want to be able to get "that" tone in other less-loud projects in the future as well!