Which amp should I get ?

MazzeoLucho · #1 12-23-2011, 03:29 PM

Hi, I need to buy a new amp. I play thrash metal, but I want an amp with different tones. I saw some GK stuff. Which amp do you recommend me ? I would use it to jam with friends and practice at home, but i want a better sound than my 35w combo.

Matvei · #2 12-23-2011, 03:33 PM

Budget?

Holliwood · #3 12-23-2011, 05:02 PM

look at spendin like $400 and don't be close minded about used.

I would suggest 250 watts minimum.

I'll put in a plug for Traynor/Yorkville here.

I know it sounds like no help when people say "try as many as you can" but it really is true.
More to the point, in a perfect world, you would be able to try each in an actual rehearsal in the same room. Then you would have a good frame of reference.
In the end it's all about finding your sound and it has less to do with your gear and more to do with your technique.

Good Luck.

**B-string** · #4 12-23-2011, 05:22 PM

Budget info would be really helpful? G-K MB115, MB210 or MB212. They will not leave you wanting tone or volume.

MazzeoLucho · #5 12-23-2011, 05:29 PM

I have $1000. I want a cab and a head

ksandvik · #6 12-23-2011, 05:32 PM

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Originally Posted by MazzeoLucho

I have $1000. I want a cab and a head

Plenty of money. Get a GK700rb + 4x10 Neo cab. Used or new. Amazon has had crazy deals on GK gear all December, especially cabs.

**B-string** · #7 12-23-2011, 05:42 PM

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Originally Posted by ksandvik

Plenty of money. Get a GK700rb + 4x10 Neo cab. Used or new. Amazon has had crazy deals on GK gear all December, especially cabs.

^ NICE

winegamd · #8 12-23-2011, 06:20 PM

Where are you from? There is a GK 1001RB w/ an Eden 2x12 for $450 on Craigslist in Dallas that someone needs to grab. If I could fly it back up to Washington, I'd buy it on principle alone.

MazzeoLucho · #9 12-23-2011, 06:22 PM

Too much for me, I just want a better sound.

This is my sound right now: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UJOjCud-3pc

LowEndMan2112 · #10 12-23-2011, 06:24 PM

Too much for thrash? Assuming you're in a band and gigging, I don't think a 212 and a 1001RB would be overkill at all

MazzeoLucho · #11 12-23-2011, 06:28 PM

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Originally Posted by LowEndMan2112

Too much for thrash? Assuming you're in a band and gigging, I don't think a 212 and a 1001RB would be overkill at all

I'm not gigging, just jamming

RNV · #12 12-23-2011, 06:37 PM

500 watts into a 212 or 410 is perfect for your needs. Not too heavy to move about, plenty of power when you want it, and will be big enough to not NEED to upgrade as you start to play out. Coming from a metal background, I can tell you more unneeded power is way better than needing more power. Some clubs won't even run the bass through the PA and expect you to match the FOH volume. It takes watts and speakers to do so.

P.S. GO USED IF YOU CAN!!!
P.S.S. I use and stand behind Carvin for metal amplification. The tube pre-amp on my BX1500 gives me a nice growl without crushing the clean tone.

winegamd · #13 12-23-2011, 06:42 PM

Well, my advice, is get as much as you can afford, because you can always turn down, but you can never turn up past the max. Plus, you never know when you are going to get the cash again.

MazzeoLucho · #14 12-23-2011, 06:45 PM

Thanks for the replies. You are very helpful