Just got my first bass and it came with a Peavey 410 4tx

[wondablunt92]

It doesn't come with a head. The most i can spend is $150. Are there any suggestions? New,used it doesn't matter i just need something to play with.

[basscooker]

i read some decent stuff about the 200 watt acoustic head i think its a b200h. used its prob in your price range.if you watch CL for older peavey heads like the mark4, the 260 series, you'll turn up something in that price range. keep it above 150 watts, tho, or you'll still need something else fairly soon.BUT, i think you should save up for something nicer, tho. spend 10 bucks on adapters and just play thru your stereo thru headphones. it'll suck for a while but you'll be happier with a good amp than a crappy "now" amp.

[Downunderwonder]

If you can stretch to 200 there's a nice older Trace Elliot in the classifieds.

[wondablunt92]

can you tell me the difference between a preamp and a head. I've been looking through but im not sure what to do

[wondablunt92]

Originally Posted by basscooker

spend 10 bucks on adapters and just play thru your stereo thru headphones.

^ how do you do this?

[Basshappi]

Fand an old Peavey MkIV it's what I use with mine and it kicks ass.
You could also keep an eye out for a Peavey MegaBass, T-Max or Firebass heads as these are all good amps and are usually sold pretty cheap.

[hdracer]

Originally Posted by Basshappi

Fand an old Peavey MkIV it's what I use with mine and it kicks ass.
You could also keep an eye out for a Peavey MegaBass, T-Max or Firebass heads as these are all good amps and are usually sold pretty cheap.

+1 on the old MK III & IV Peaveys. Great bang for the buck.

[wondablunt92]

Like this?

[Basshappi]

No, Like this; PEAVEY MARK IV BASS AMP, SERIES 400 | eBay

Though this one is a bit pricey, I usually see these go for less than $200.

[DogBone]

+2 on the Peavey Mark series.

Originally Posted by wondablunt92

Like this?

That's a guitar amp.

Not saying it won't work, but you can probably find a true bass amp for the same $$$

Here are a few:

Peavey Mark III Bass XP Series Bass Amp Head | eBay

PEAVEY MARK IV BASS AMP, SERIES 400 | eBay

PEAVEY BASS MARK SERIES lll 400 & PEAVEY MODEL 215 ENCOLSURE | eBay

[Floridabwoy]

Might look for a used GK Backline 600. I used that for a little while with my 410tx and it sounded great.

[wondablunt92]

Thanks for the help!

[Downunderwonder]

Originally Posted by wondablunt92

can you tell me the difference between a preamp and a head. I've been looking through but im not sure what to do

A head is a preamp and power amp in one box.

I wouldn't bother hooking bass to headphones, just play on it ampless. It's good for your calluses, not so good for learning to find tone in your fingers.

[BassmanPaul]

Originally Posted by wondablunt92

i just need something to play with.

Perhaps a puppy???

[dog1]

Originally Posted by BassmanPaul

Perhaps a puppy???

Puppies are great playmates. I used to have four. Now, they are all dogs.

To the OP. With your limited budget, look on ebay and craigslist for ANYTHING you can afford. Peavey will give you the most bang for your buck

[Caca de Kick]

150 could sure buy someting used and good. I find GK (even GK Backline) and Peavey in the local CL ads all the time.

[MontanaBassDude]

Used Ampeg B2r heads - 350w, graphic equalizer - I see them all the time on Ebay going for under $150.

[etechstan]

Watch GC used. Ebay has some bargains, I got my MKIV for $100. Put new tolex on it and can probably double my investment if I tried.

[levis76]

Hartke heads are decent bang for the buck too, esp the HA series. I've seen HA3500 go for $150. That's an amp you can keep and use forever.