Amp experience.

sound of bass · #1 01-22-2011, 02:29 PM

I was at GC this Past Monday, they had a used Peavey TNT 115 220w, for $259.00. I didnt have my axe to test drive it, and no time to use one on thier wall....plus I wouldnt have the cash til payday anyway. I went back yesterday, it was still there, I plugged in and thumped away for about an hour. I was impressed to say the least! It now sits right beside me waiting for rehearsal on Monday to hear in the mix. PLUS, I got 20.00 bucks off, which I in turn, used for a 14 month warranty for $25.00! I actually had a decent GC experience,lol. I was hoping anyone that has experienced this amp would be cool enough to share thier thoughts about it. Theres also a button or two that I have no idea what the function is. It was mfg. 2003, and I have serial #, but would just like to hear opinions. Thanks rockers.

AdamR · #2 01-22-2011, 02:37 PM

Great little combo, It was my first real bass amp. If I remember correctly there was a punch button.

billiam5billion · #3 01-22-2011, 02:43 PM

I played a 500W TNT 115 for a while. It was loud as all get out, but suuuuuper heavy. Little bit muddy too. I'm much happier with my ultra-light GK combo now

Ibanez Bassist · #4 01-22-2011, 04:41 PM

@sound of bass, Let me know if you want the owners manual for that amp, I can send it to you.. you said it was the TNT-115 right ?

Ibanez Bassist · #5 01-22-2011, 04:41 PM

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Originally Posted by sound of bass

I was at GC this Past Monday, they had a used Peavey TNT 115 220w, for $259.00. I didnt have my axe to test drive it, and no time to use one on thier wall....plus I wouldnt have the cash til payday anyway. I went back yesterday, it was still there, I plugged in and thumped away for about an hour. I was impressed to say the least! It now sits right beside me waiting for rehearsal on Monday to hear in the mix. PLUS, I got 20.00 bucks off, which I in turn, used for a 14 month warranty for $25.00! I actually had a decent GC experience,lol. I was hoping anyone that has experienced this amp would be cool enough to share thier thoughts about it. Theres also a button or two that I have no idea what the function is. It was mfg. 2003, and I have serial #, but would just like to hear opinions. Thanks rockers.

IM PRETTY SURE ITS THE RIGHT BOOK..

sound of bass · #6 01-23-2011, 06:23 AM

That would be seriously nice of you to do that, yes, I would appreciate it as long as its not a hassle for you, I dont mind compensating you for it either. And hopefully I can do something decent for you in return one day. Let me know if its a go, I'll pm my address. Thanx again.

sound of bass · #7 01-23-2011, 06:30 AM

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Originally Posted by billiam5billion

I played a 500W TNT 115 for a while. It was loud as all get out, but suuuuuper heavy. Little bit muddy too. I'm much happier with my ultra-light GK combo now

OH! Its heavy alright! But Im not really complaining, Im going to put casters on soon. We have a gig this Friday, which is a venue with super easy set up so I'll get them after that. Im playing my main axe through it, a Fender J with basslines pu's, and havent heard "muddy", but I also havent seriously rocked it yet....til tomorrow,lol. I'll let you guys know after rehearsal.

sound of bass · #8 01-23-2011, 06:36 AM

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Originally Posted by AdamR

Great little combo, It was my first real bass amp. If I remember correctly there was a punch button.

No "punch" button, but a bright / normal contour button(?) And on the back, next to the power switch, theres a button marked like this + o - I know its on / neutral / off, but for what?! Can you tell me why there would be a ground lift button? Why bypass a ground? AAARRGHH confused! But Im real sweet on the sound right now.

Ibanez Bassist · #9 01-23-2011, 07:01 AM

I have a ground lift button on my Simmons 200 Watt drum amp. It does come in handy at times.. Once and a while there is a little interference, hum or a little buzz going on and by lifting the ground just to that amp it goes away.. and yes please send me you e-mail address so I can send you the book..

Ibanez Bassist · #10 01-23-2011, 07:07 AM

The book said the " In position ( pushing the button in ) is the ground lift engaged" it prevents ground loop hum and interference..

parsons · #11 01-23-2011, 07:44 AM

cool little score. That was my first real bass amp as well. Played a ton of shows with it from 16 to 19 years old. Then it stuck around for other bassists to use until it was lost during a band split.

Ibanez Bassist · #12 01-23-2011, 07:49 AM

Loosing a piece of equip. during a band split or band problems really sucks.. there is no reason for it but it does happen..

sound of bass · #13 01-23-2011, 03:33 PM

Ahh I see, yes, I hear that hum on occassion thru my other Peavey TKO, but that has no grnd. lift option. Thanks you guys, Im feeling better about the whole thing. Like I said, so far Im really digging this little monster, but didnt know if it was a good deal or not, it is 7 years old, no idea what they did cost new, but most feedback seems positive. Stoked for rehearsal tomorrow.....hate to be disappointed, but dont think I will be.

Ibanez Bassist · #14 01-23-2011, 03:48 PM

Sent over the manual.. good luck

IbanezSGfan · #15 01-23-2011, 04:44 PM

First amp I learned on. Did not disappoint at all as a practice amp. Moved on to my GK 1001 rb-2 and ampeg 4x10 classic cab so.. I'm a little spoiled now

But overall I loved the one I used. Could handle the lows pretty well for what it was and just a nice overall blend and actually able to cut through the mix nicely with a pretty loud aggressive bunch (especially drummer.) So for that price I couldn't complain, nice score!

sound of bass · #16 01-24-2011, 01:22 AM

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Originally Posted by Ibanez Bassist

Sent over the manual.. good luck

YES! IbanezBassist, I got it! Thats awesome, thanks very much. I really hope I can help you out someday...somehow. I'll let you know how rehearsal goes (sounds.)

sound of bass · #17 01-24-2011, 01:50 AM

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Originally Posted by IbanezSGfan

First amp I learned on. Did not disappoint at all as a practice amp. Moved on to my GK 1001 rb-2 and ampeg 4x10 classic cab so.. I'm a little spoiled now

But overall I loved the one I used. Could handle the lows pretty well for what it was and just a nice overall blend and actually able to cut through the mix nicely with a pretty loud aggressive bunch (especially drummer.) So for that price I couldn't complain, nice score!

DANG! You are spoiled! lol. Thanks for your info, makes me feel better about the purchase. Its true that $259.00 isnt ALOT of money, and I can easily afford it, just not so much this month,lol! Im still trying to recoup from Christmas, plus other "debts". But, it seemed like a really good deal, and I was afraid it wouldnt be there much longer if I didnt grab it. Sooo, I set myself back another 2 weeks or so financially, but as long as its worth it, its all good. I'll report after rehearsal today, cuz I too, play with an insane drummer!

Ibanez Bassist · #18 01-24-2011, 06:26 AM

@sound of bass >> Yea let me know how things turned out and if that foolish button helped you out at all.. LOL .. Scott

chadds · #19 01-24-2011, 06:43 AM

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Originally Posted by sound of bass

OH! Its heavy alright! But Im not really complaining, Im going to put casters on soon. We have a gig this Friday, which is a venue with super easy set up so I'll get them after that. Im playing my main axe through it, a Fender J with basslines pu's, and havent heard "muddy", but I also havent seriously rocked it yet....til tomorrow,lol. I'll let you guys know after rehearsal.

Unless they've changed to wood don't attempt putting casters on. Get marine plywood cut to exact dimensions of base of cabinet, paint black, mount casters, secure a black rubber welcome mat to top of board(one with the little nibs), and use it for this and any other gear. You will be surprised how the welcome mat will make the dolly "stick" to the bottom of your cab even climbing curbs.

sound of bass · #20 01-24-2011, 11:33 PM

AAARRGGHH!! Our drummer blew off rehearsal tonight cuz -4 degrees was too cold to come out!! The two guitards, our singer and myself rehearsed 2 new songs that arent quite finsihed yet, no drum parts to it yet but its really all we could do without him. Even still, the amp was quite impressive, easliy cut through the guitars, just disappointed I couldnt rock it against our drummer, have to wait til Friday.