best sounding bedroom setup

eggfart1 · #1 06-20-2011, 05:50 PM

I'm looking for a good sounding amp, either combo or pre/cab for my bedroom. It doesn't need to be the loudest thing on earth , perhaps around 150 watts. I tried out the Ampeg Micro VR head/2x10 cab today and it sounded great but perhaps there is a lot better out there? I'd like to stay under about 800 bucks...It would also be great if it could stand up to small gigs and be fairly transportable (I know...I am asking for a lot). My bass is a musicman ernie ball stingray classic with flats on it.

Thanks a lot!!!

Gotta P · #2 06-20-2011, 06:59 PM

I had a Line 6 LD150 combo that was a sweet bedroom amp. 150 watts and a 12" speaker i think. You might want give those a listen.

BrianVengeance · #3 06-20-2011, 07:26 PM

Have you tried the GK MB150E (or S)? They're around $800 new.

DesertDirtDog · #4 06-20-2011, 09:51 PM

I'm using a GK MB200 & a Hartke Hydrive 112.

$600, and I'm really happy with the sound.

Way more power than I need for home/band practice, but it's loud enough for the small gigs we play.

Plus, with the switchable impedance on the Hydrive, I can add on my 2X10 if need be, and move some semi-serious air.

dereksilloway · #5 06-21-2011, 01:12 AM

have you looked at the the Ampeg PF350/500. You could get a 350 for pretty cheap and spend the remaining money on a pretty decent cab that you could use if you want to expand your rig.

spaz21387 · #6 06-21-2011, 01:14 AM

I run an swr goliath 6x10 for practice and gigs and a hartke lh 500 400$ for the cab used and 300 for the head new. So thats an option.

blubolt · #7 06-21-2011, 01:32 AM

SWR LA 12 - sweet bedroom rig, if you can find them.

theory028 · #8 06-21-2011, 02:19 AM

I've been really interested in the Ibanez Promethean 1x10 or 2x10 combo. They're out of my price range right now but I'd love to take one for a spin.

dereksilloway · #9 06-21-2011, 02:55 AM

blubolt makes a decent point. I used to have s SWR LA 15 and loved it as a practice/bedroom rig. It was pretty great...i might try to get it back! I know where its hiding!

staindbass · #10 06-21-2011, 04:57 AM

from what i hear the acoustic practice amp blows away the ampeg vr setup.

**WoodyG3** · #11 06-21-2011, 08:28 AM

You'll get lots of opinions, since what sounds good to one person can be different to another. I have a Markbass CMD 121P combo that I run a Sansamp BDDI into and it's great for both practice and gigs. You can find them used in your price range.

The new Ampeg mini-heads with a small cab would be a great option, I think. The PF350, PF500 and Micro VR all sound good to me, and the price points are well within your limit even with a cab purchase in addition to the head.

**WoodyG3** · #12 06-21-2011, 08:30 AM

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Originally Posted by staindbass

from what i hear the acoustic practice amp blows away the ampeg vr setup.

I hope Jimmy doesn't read this.

tdub0199 · #13 06-21-2011, 08:33 AM

Gallien Krueger MB115 is a nice practice amp......

Bassamatic · #14 06-21-2011, 08:40 AM

From those that have tried them- the Acoustics are killer, and the B20 especially offers an amazing sound for low cost.

jeff7bass · #15 06-21-2011, 10:30 AM

I see the room “bed room” setup but also see “gig worthy” so I recommend the Carvin MB15. It has a small footprint, about the size of most 12” combos, yet has enough power to drive an extension for a full 250w stack. Around 400 bucks (delivered), you still have enough for the BR115N-8 extension cab for a big gig worthy 2x15 stack.
For smaller gigs you won’t even need the extension because the combo puts out 200w by itself. The features and options are VERY impressive in this price range.

scatbass · #16 06-21-2011, 10:31 AM

Best sounding bedroom setup I ever heard was named Brittney...I think...

Ric5 · #17 06-21-2011, 10:46 AM

My Bedroom has no musical equipment, but my man-cave in the basement has a lot of stuff. I don't usually play the big amps in the house. I have a 60 watt Behringer with a 12" speaker combo setup.

JimmyM · #18 06-21-2011, 10:52 AM

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Originally Posted by WoodyG3

I hope Jimmy doesn't read this.

Hey, everyone's entitled to their opinion, even if it's wrong

I don't know...the Acoustic is pretty neato, but I wouldn't say it blows away the Micro VR. I still like the Micro VR better.

Slackerprince · #19 06-21-2011, 10:53 AM

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Originally Posted by WoodyG3

You'll get lots of opinions, since what sounds good to one person can be different to another. I have a Markbass CMD 121P combo that I run a Sansamp BDDI into and it's great for both practice and gigs. You can find them used in your price range.

The new Ampeg mini-heads with a small cab would be a great option, I think. The PF350, PF500 and Micro VR all sound good to me, and the price points are well within your limit even with a cab purchase in addition to the head.

A buddy loaned me his Markbass CMD 121P for a while, and it's pretty sweet. No problem jamming with others, either.
You'll have to find one used, in your price range.
In the Acoustic, I would do the B100 or B200. Great power and tone and well within your budget. These are HEAVY.
The Ampegs are a good choice, and I like the tone shaping tools with the PF-500.
Good luck. Shopping is fun.

S.

GaryLC · #20 06-21-2011, 11:31 AM

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Originally Posted by WoodyG3
I hope Jimmy doesn't read this.

Hey, everyone's entitled to their opinion, even if it's wrong

I don't know...the Acoustic is pretty neato, but I wouldn't say it blows away the Micro VR. I still like the Micro VR better.
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I have to agree with Jimmy, I have both the Acoustic 260 and the Micro VR, I initially was blown away by the Acoustic until I tweaked the Ampeg's controls a bit. The Micro VR definitely can be used in a band setting, the little Acoustic not so much.
If you're going to buy an Acoustic for a "bedroom" or "practice" amp, get the 100 or 200.