Attn gigging bassists...

paul14470 · #1 11-01-2008, 08:06 AM

I play mostly guitar, but have always had a bass around. (Used to play bass before I transitioned to guitar in a band way back when I was in my teens). Now I find myself wanting to hook up a bass gig..

Question is, what is a good bass amp for classic rock gigs, something that I won't have any problem filling up a small bar, club or party room with? Probably won't be put thru a PA. I'd like something small that won't break my back when hauling around, and will fit in an Infiniti G35, lol

I have a '98 SB-1 bass with MFDs...

ljazz · #2 11-01-2008, 08:45 AM

Hey Paul:

I gig various styles, and absolutely love my GK 700RBII head with either the Neo 212 or 112 cabinets (and occasionally both!).

Dependable, rock solid, relatively light, and sound fantastic. And if you go through RMC Audio, the price is right.

My '87 SB1 loves my GK gear.

Ljazz

francisl2500 · #3 11-01-2008, 09:18 AM

i play my L2500 in a h 3500 hartke with xl 410 cab( only one) for any gig and it 's a good kit for rock and roll , blues and any kind of music i want to play.
Francis

Nedmundo · #4 11-01-2008, 11:04 AM

I'm with ljazz on this one, as I have a G-K 700RB-II with two Neo 112 cabs. It's an incredibly versatile rig, with fantastic tone. I normally need only one Neo112 cab for bars and small clubs. I'll only use two when I would have previously used my old 4x10, and that was rare. (Since I bought the second Neo112, I haven't played a gig that requires both cabs, but it could cover substantial gigs for sure.)

You should also check out MarkBass gear. Their 1x12 combo with an extension cab would be an excellent option. Genz-Benz also makes good compact heads and cabs. For a single, standalone cab the NeoX 212 is amazing, and would sound great for classic rock. Or, you could save a little money on cabs by going with Avatar, either two 1x12's or perhaps a 2x10 or 2x12. Lots of other options too, but I have at least some experience with MB, GB, and Avatar so I feel comfortable recommending their stuff.

rkingly · #5 11-01-2008, 11:05 AM

I've been using the Mesa Boogie Walkabout 12 for a good year &
I find it perfect for small to medium rooms. Plenty loud & light enough for one arm. One trip in & one trip out.
Good luck guitardo!

vroc38 · #6 11-01-2008, 01:47 PM

Markbass LMII and your choice of lightweight cab(s). My G&Ls sound like a million bucks through a LMII paired up with 2 Genz Benz NeoX112T or a single NeoX212T. This rig easily fits in my Accord so it will probably fit in your G35 too.

thegreenman555 · #7 11-02-2008, 05:02 AM

Try a Dr Bass Cab - excellent value & tone. Small company who really care about their product & their customers. Match say the 112 with a Genz Benz 3.5 Neo.. - might dent the bank account, but wont break it - or your back ;-)

pbass2 · #8 11-04-2008, 10:25 AM

I run a Dr. Bass 1x15 sometimes as an ext. cab from my Mini CMD 1x12 combo and it sounds killer! The Dr. Bass guys are great to deal with--they rushed my cab to me----and it's excellent bang for buck.

Flabass · #9 11-04-2008, 11:09 AM

When I play my L2000 I use an Ampeg SVT3 Pro with a SVT HLF 410 cabinet and it really sounds great. Classic rock, blues.

mudbean · #10 11-19-2008, 05:36 PM

GK user here, too - 1001RBII. I run it into a SWR Son of Bertha cabinet (15 w/tweeter), which is just about the smallest 15 inch cab I've seen. Size and portability were a prime consideration when I shopped for a new rig a few years ago, and this fit the bill quite nicely. With the 1001's 700 watts, you'll have headroom to spare in any club-sized room. Shortly after I first got it, I did an outdoor show where another band asked to borrow my amp, so I got to go and hear it from out in the audience - I was amazed at how well it carried the area.

mud