ampeg svt 7pro V markbass tube 800

leroy diamond · #1 11-23-2011, 11:20 AM

I want to purchase a new high powered portable bass amp. Not sure whether to go for the ampeg svt 7pro or markbass tube 800.
Has anybody tested these amps?

Tunaman · #2 11-23-2011, 11:30 AM

The tube in the LM is NOT user or field serviceable, must be sent to them. Its not a normal tube.

I'd pass on it personally. I went with the Streamliner & thats ALL tube warmth if thats what you want.

I got nothing on the 7pro!

Good luck

EDIT: See the markbass customer service thread as well thats active now

alexofc69 · #3 11-23-2011, 11:35 AM

I would say go for a Genz Benz Streamliner. SVT7 is about 9 lbs heavier than the Genz Benz. I wasnt aware of the ube servicability on the MarkBass. Even then the Streamliner 900 is better.

basskillah · #4 11-23-2011, 11:35 AM

I have had a Markbass LMT800 for a year now. It replaced my Aguilar DB750. I love the power, tone, weight, everything. Try to use it with a HiFi cab like Bergantino, Epifani, etc...

Blah114 · #5 11-23-2011, 12:39 PM

I can personally attest if you want a player's amp.. the SVT7 PRO won't let you down.. it's amazing and powerful.. it's got it all. I do think Genz Benz is amazing as well.. in a band setting, Ampeg shines through a bit more for me than with my Genz Shuttle 6.0.. same cabs.. the guys above are quoting the NEW Genz stuff... I think the SVT7 is possibly the best bass amp I have heard for under $1500.. (you can get it easily for $700 or less, new).

pgbassman · #6 11-23-2011, 12:45 PM

I have owned both and kept the Tube 800. The SVT was a great sounding head but I liked the tone of the MB for what i'm playing which is classic rock and blues. It seemed to have a deeper warmer tone a little more old school. But again a lot depends on your cabs, bass and the type of pickups you use. Best to go to GC or another music store that has both and try it with your gear.

dukeorock · #7 11-23-2011, 12:54 PM

For touring, I'd hate to have an amp that couldn't be easily serviced...Lot's of love out there for the SVT7, and TONS of love out there for the Streamliner...obviously you need to try them and see what works for you. I have a Genz ShuttleMax 12.0 and got nothing but love for it...very curious to try a Streamliner for bass guitar only gigs. I do lots of doubling gigs, so the SM12.0 does the trick for me.

leroy diamond · #8 11-23-2011, 01:01 PM

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Originally Posted by dukeorock

For touring, I'd hate to have an amp that couldn't be easily serviced...Lot's of love out there for the SVT7, and TONS of love out there for the Streamliner...obviously you need to try them and see what works for you. I have a Genz ShuttleMax 12.0 and got nothing but love for it...very curious to try a Streamliner for bass guitar only gigs. I do lots of doubling gigs, so the SM12.0 does the trick for me.

thanks for all the replies. unfortunately I live in quite a rural area of Ireland and will not have the chance to try various amps out so will be buying online on the basis of advice I receive fron you guys

rummy · #9 11-23-2011, 01:12 PM

+1 for the 7 Pro. 1000 watts, Ampeg tubey sound, and all the features.

NWB · #10 11-23-2011, 01:19 PM

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Originally Posted by leroy diamond

thanks for all the replies. unfortunately I live in quite a rural area of Ireland and will not have the chance to try various amps out so will be buying online on the basis of advice I receive fron you guys

If you're buying sight-unseen, then it would be a very good idea to provide us with more information such as your playing situation/style, tone goals, other players whose tone you admire, etc.

With more information, those with direct experience with these amps can offer better opinions on how suitable such and such amp may be for you.

dukeorock · #11 11-23-2011, 01:26 PM

Wondering how to do this...

SVT 7- Loud, light and sounds like an Ampeg. Hard to go wrong since Ampeg has been the most commonly used bass amp for many many years.

Genz Benz Streamliners- Loud, light and sounds like a GB with a beefier twist. Not so hi-fi sounding as the ShuttleMax stuff. Warmer, bassier and tubier, but still have that upfront, quick GB thing.

I honestly don't think you could go wrong with either...the thing that tipped the scales and made me become a GB artist, is that the support and service of that company is epic...best in the biz.

alexofc69 · #12 11-23-2011, 01:30 PM

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Originally Posted by Blah114

I can personally attest if you want a player's amp.. the SVT7 PRO won't let you down.. it's amazing and powerful.. it's got it all. I do think Genz Benz is amazing as well.. in a band setting, Ampeg shines through a bit more for me than with my Genz Shuttle 6.0.. same cabs.. the guys above are quoting the NEW Genz stuff... I think the SVT7 is possibly the best bass amp I have heard for under $1500.. (you can get it easily for $700 or less, new).

We are talking the Streamliner - not the Shuttle. the Shuttle is great, but the Streamliner is a completely different beast. I since he wants something in the 1000w range the Streamliner 900 would get him what he needs. i do like the Ampeg, but just love new lightweight gear.
Genz Benz Streamliner 900 - YouTube

alexofc69 · #13 11-23-2011, 01:32 PM

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Originally Posted by dukeorock

Wondering how to do this...

SVT 7- Loud, light and sounds like an Ampeg. Hard to go wrong since Ampeg has been the most commonly used bass amp for many many years.

Genz Benz Streamliners- Loud, light and sounds like a GB with a beefier twist. Not so hi-fi sounding as the ShuttleMax stuff. Warmer, bassier and tubier, but still have that upfront, quick GB thing.

I honestly don't think you could go wrong with either...the thing that tipped the scales and made me become a GB artist, is that the support and service of that company is epic...best in the biz.

+1 Genz benz has been outstanding with regards to their customer service!

leroy diamond · #14 11-23-2011, 01:44 PM

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Originally Posted by NWB

If you're buying sight-unseen, then it would be a very good idea to provide us with more information such as your playing situation/style, tone goals, other players whose tone you admire, etc.

With more information, those with direct experience with these amps can offer better opinions on how suitable such and such amp may be for you.

Sure thing. I play in a rock/ blues covers band so the sound needs to be versatile. up till now I have been using a little mark 11 and a 1by15 markbass traveler cab. I have added a 2by10 markbass traveler cab so want to upgrade to a higher powered amp for increased headroom. I use a Sadowsky NYC j bass as its light, plays like butter and the active onboard EQ is very versatile.

leroy diamond · #15 11-23-2011, 01:46 PM

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Originally Posted by Tunaman

The tube in the LM is NOT user or field serviceable, must be sent to them. Its not a normal tube.

I'd pass on it personally. I went with the Streamliner & thats ALL tube warmth if thats what you want.

I got nothing on the 7pro!

Good luck

EDIT: See the markbass customer service thread as well thats active now

Thanks. are the tubes in the streamliner user serviceable?

dukeorock · #16 11-23-2011, 01:48 PM

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Originally Posted by leroy diamond

Thanks. are the tubes in the streamliner user serviceable?

Very...common and easy to find and change yourself

sad_katz · #17 11-23-2011, 02:18 PM

Out of the two I'd choose SV-7 PRO for tone familiarity. The LMT 800 doesn't sound bad, it's just not my cup of tea - not mid aggressive enough.

Compared to the Streamliner, I find it to be too boomy/muddy compared to the mid-plenty 7PRO.

All three equally quality product, just different tastes. Either way you're in good hands

NWB · #18 11-23-2011, 02:30 PM

I think the Streamliner is an excellent head for a powerful and deep tube tone. However, it may not be the most versatile amp around. I'd give some consideration to the Genz ShuttleMax 9.2 for covering greater sonic territory with loads of headroom.

As stated earlier, the 7Pro seems a good amp for what you're trying achieve too.

The availability of service and support in rural Ireland might be a consideration as well.

leroy diamond · #19 11-23-2011, 02:37 PM

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Originally Posted by NWB

I think the Streamliner is an excellent head for a powerful and deep tube tone. However, it may not be the most versatile amp around. I'd give some consideration to the Genz ShuttleMax 9.2 for covering greater sonic territory with loads of headroom.

As stated earlier, the 7Pro seems a good amp for what you're trying achieve too.

The availability of service and support in rural Ireland might be a consideration as well.

For sure. There is a markbass dealer nearby which is a consideration

dukeorock · #20 11-23-2011, 02:50 PM

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Originally Posted by leroy diamond

For sure. There is a markbass dealer nearby which is a consideration

There you go...esp if you already know you dig the MB thing anyway