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Old 01-30-2011, 07:42 AM
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Hi folks I'm looking for a bass amp with about 100w,to use for home and small rehersal rooms. I'm currently using a 10yr old Vox 25w amp driven by a Fender Jazz 62 RI,what can you's recommend? I'm looking for a nice deep but clear tone with that classic Jazz barking sound.
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roland cube 100
Ashdown 5-15
Ampeg BA115 100W
Orange crush pix 100bx
G K backline 15 125w

thanks for the help
steve
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Old 01-30-2011, 07:44 AM
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Ampeg V4BH.. best tone Ive ever had... but i needed more volume
plus it has a built in tube driven DI..
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Old 01-30-2011, 08:09 AM
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If you can find a Traynor YBA-3, that's the one to get, I had a Ampeg V-4B and the the Traynor will give you cleaner, louder, volume
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Old 01-30-2011, 09:34 AM
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Ampeg BA115

http://www.ampeg.com/products/bassamp/ba115/index.html

Or find a used combo with a single 15 that sounds good to you.
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Old 01-30-2011, 10:04 AM
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Get a marshall Avt150,
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Old 01-30-2011, 11:14 AM
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Ampeg B100R.
Find a used one, great tone, and loud for 100 watts.
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Old 01-30-2011, 12:36 PM
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Perhaps a bit biased, but the Backline 115 gets my vote. 125 watts @ 8 ohms, and you can run a second 8 ohm cab for a nice 175-watt stack setup. For versatillity, can't beat it! And it will provide the deep but clear tone you're looking for. Hope this helps. Cheers!
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Old 01-30-2011, 12:47 PM
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Any one of those listed would be fine, and I'll also suggest an Acoustic b100.
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Old 01-30-2011, 12:57 PM
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+1 for the Ampeg B100R. It's a great amp, and it looks cool, too

I'm also a bit partial to old school Peavey's. If you can find an old (particularly the blue and silver style) TNT 115, they can be very versatile, and they're built tough. They're not a lot of fun to move around though.
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Old 01-30-2011, 01:17 PM
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Do a search for Roland Cube 100. More versatile than the others listed, in terms of it doubling as a guitar amp, practice PA. I found the Ampeg to be muddy compared to the Roland. I have no experience with the others.
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Old 01-30-2011, 07:12 PM
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Hartke 100A. 15" aluminum Hartke speaker, 100 watt head.
very loud, very clear. great punch on the B. built to last.
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Old 01-30-2011, 07:44 PM
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Ampeg B100R. Nothing more need be said.
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Without more info, (budget, preferences etc)...I wouldn't really trust the replies.

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My opinion for this size amp is to find something with a kickback cabinet and useable DI.

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Without more info, (budget, preferences etc)...I wouldn't really trust the replies.
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Old 01-31-2011, 08:26 AM
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The replies are fine. It's just a matter of trusting your own instincts and making an informed decision. The information was asked for and provided.
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Ampeg B100R. Nothing more need be said.
And another +1...
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Old 01-31-2011, 11:36 AM
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Ok thanks for all the replies,going to get my ears on and hear some of the above amps

steve
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