Looking for a new combo

Joshuadriller · #1 01-24-2012, 04:26 AM

So here is some things I'm looking for in the combo:
Tubes in the head (no solid state.)
Either a 1x15 or 2x10 cab
Something very portable....
And most importantly, something with great tone.
Suggestions??
Thanks!

CTC564 · #2 01-24-2012, 04:47 AM

How much power do you need and why a tube in the preamp?

The only combo's that come to mind that'd fit your criteria are the SWR Redhead or Eden Metro

Both 2x10 configurations and both very loud...but I wouldn't call them portable

Seems that ALOT of people are loving the new Genz Benz Shuttle 6.2 combo and I'm sure that running that with their matched 2x10 would work well...you could add a preamp pedal for simulated tubey goodness

Good luck

Joshuadriller · #3 01-24-2012, 03:38 PM

I prefer the sound of tubes.. As for powe,r anything over 300w would probably do the trick.

ksandvik · #4 01-24-2012, 03:42 PM

Pure tube-head and portable does not really match, they tend to be heavy. You could also just get a tube pre-amp solid state head. Markbass and others make those.

CTC564 · #5 01-24-2012, 03:52 PM

Well, I've been away from playing for about 10 years and I'm not up on the latest greatest stuff, but as an ex owner of the SWR Redhead and current owner of an Eden Metro (both 2x10 and both discontinued) I can say that either would work for you.

But in the limited amount of Internet surfing I did today, I don't believe that what you're looking for is currently available...

Seems that the trend is going towards micro heads and lightweight cabs which you should consider...IMHO/IME, if I had to do it again, that's the route I'd go...

RickenBoogie · #6 01-24-2012, 03:59 PM

Lightweight 300 watt all tube combo? You're dreaming. Do you mean hybrid? Mesa Walkabout Scout 12 would do the trick, for around $1400, but it's a hybrid.

CTC564 · #7 01-24-2012, 04:09 PM

I thought he meant tubes in the preamp...

All tube doesn't exist

I've heard that Walkabout combo's are real nice...just never tried one

dog1 · #8 01-24-2012, 04:16 PM

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Originally Posted by RickenBoogie

Lightweight 300 watt all tube combo? You're dreaming. Do you mean hybrid? Mesa Walkabout Scout 12 would do the trick, for around $1400, but it's a hybrid.

All tubes means huge transformers. A combo? I'm not seeing it.

But, there are many lightweight amps with one or more 12AX7's (or AU7's, or the like) in the preamp section. Have a look

NGJBeaner · #9 01-24-2012, 04:20 PM

I've got a SWR Redhead and love it. 210, Tube pre-amp, 400 watts, 650 with ext cab. I play in a cover band with 2 guitarist (both using 50 watt tube PRS combos) and I am plenty loud enough. I also played a markbass 210 combo at guitar center 2 weeks ago and loved it just as much, and it's smaller and lighter!

silky smoove · #10 01-24-2012, 04:21 PM

300 watt tube amp in a combo... That's like asking for an SVT in a combo. Asking for that in a portable format is just being greedy haha.

NGJBeaner · #11 01-24-2012, 04:22 PM

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Originally Posted by silky smoove

300 watt tube amp in a combo... That's like asking for an SVT in a combo. Asking for that in a portable format is just being greedy haha.

What he ^ said! Haha

skychief · #12 01-24-2012, 04:40 PM

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Originally Posted by RickenBoogie

Lightweight 300 watt all tube combo? You're dreaming.

+1 The power supply and output xformers alone would weigh close to 40 pounds!

ksandvik · #13 01-24-2012, 04:44 PM

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Originally Posted by skychief

+1 The power supply and output xformers alone would weigh close to 40 pounds!

Fortunately we bass players are not so tube-only centric like the guitar players.

JimmyM · #14 01-24-2012, 05:39 PM

100 more being made this year and should be out any time.

CTC564 · #15 01-24-2012, 05:55 PM

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Originally Posted by JimmyM

100 more being made this year and should be out any time.

Wow...just saw the video for this

Looks AWESOME but for $4500???

My a$$ ;-)

lowendrv · #16 01-24-2012, 06:12 PM

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Originally Posted by JimmyM

100 more being made this year and should be out any time.

The OP would need 3 of these to meet his power needs.
Haven't we all dreamed about combo with the specs. he wants????

JimmyM · #17 01-24-2012, 06:16 PM

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Originally Posted by CTC564

Wow...just saw the video for this

Looks AWESOME but for $4500???

It's only $4000 but I'll bet you'd complain about that, too.

Quote:

My a$$ ;-)

No Heritage B-15 for you, then.

RC52 · #18 01-24-2012, 06:19 PM

If you don't have a lot of expendable cash- get an Ampeg B100R !

SJan3 · #19 01-24-2012, 06:19 PM

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Originally Posted by CTC564

I thought he meant tubes in the preamp...

All tube doesn't exist

I've heard that Walkabout combo's are real nice...just never tried one

MESA BUSTER!

Joshuadriller · #20 01-24-2012, 06:25 PM

Sorry guys I definitely meant the hybrid style amps (/face palm)... But now that you guys are pointing it out, the swr redhead looks pretty sweet!