New Head? Ampeg SVT 7 Pro or Eden WT550

PBass2004 · #1 06-25-2011, 10:43 PM

Just wanting some advice if possible as i am new to this sort of thing.

I have just purchased an Ampeg SVT 4x10 HLF Cabinet. It's rated at 4 Ohms.
I am wanting to know what head would be better for general rock covers and i need something quite light in weight.

Was thinking of the Ampeg SVT 7 Pro as it's only 15 lbs and 1000w and would probably be paired up nicely to the cabinet or the Eden WT-550 which i think is 500w?

Thanks

PBass2004

JimmyM · #2 06-25-2011, 11:04 PM

You know, some like Ampeg, some like Eden. Either will do the job for you. But I've never played a solid state or hybrid amp I like as much as that SVT 7 Pro.

Marton · #3 06-25-2011, 11:09 PM

Both will probably sounds really good. My 410HLF really liked my Eden head, but I'm not really familiar with the SVT7 Pro.

enricogaletta · #4 06-26-2011, 02:09 AM

I think the Eden will much a versatile head.
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mlove · #5 06-26-2011, 02:18 AM

I'd go with a used 550.

bring the noise · #6 06-26-2011, 06:03 AM

The svt7 sounds awesome, never tried the Eden. I also played the 7 through a hlf, and thought it sounded great.

aguacateojos · #7 06-26-2011, 06:23 AM

Can you find a store with 'em and test them?

bassguppy · #8 06-26-2011, 08:07 AM

that's a tough one because both bring something to the table. I traded an SVT7PRO for an Eden WT550. I think the Eden is great, solid, & versatile but the Ampeg SVT7 has it's supporters as well. I certainly don't hate Ampeg. I have their new PF-500 head which I think is wonderful.

Quickie · #9 06-26-2011, 08:18 AM

I have owned the SVT 3 (450 into 4 ohms) and the 410-hlf. A perfect combo. I then sold the head for a SVT Classic all tube head. Big mistake. I lost the damping factor and the sound became muddy. There is a reason the 810 cabinet is sealed. The 410-hlf is ported.

The SVT 7 is brand new and has a D power amp. Digital switching. I'll keep the SVT 3 as it's mosfet, but the D power supplies are the next generation. After all the amps I have tried and owned in over 30 years, I'll take Ampeg anyday. Remember, Eden, SWR, GK are all copying the 810 standard started by Ampeg. Often copied, never duplicated.

DeltaPhoenix · #10 06-26-2011, 08:58 AM

Eden can cop some serious tone...I have a WT-400.

cableguy · #11 06-26-2011, 09:09 AM

So you have a 410HLF cab and you're concerned about the weight of your head? Just sayin....... I think the SVT7 Pro would be the perfect match for that cab. To be honest I havent played a Eden so I can't comment on which is better. I just always liked the Ampeg tone.

PBass2004 · #12 06-26-2011, 03:44 PM

Thanks so much, my only concern is the STV-7 Pro having just 1x pre-amp tube.

Munjibunga · #13 06-26-2011, 04:07 PM

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Originally Posted by PBass2004

Thanks so much, my only concern is the STV-7 Pro having just 1x pre-amp tube.

Ditto the WT-550.

ToneFreak11 · #14 06-26-2011, 04:10 PM

The SVT-7 has lots of power, it's light and sounds great for rock. Once played my P-Bass through one and it sounded amazing.

floridagatorfan · #15 06-26-2011, 04:12 PM

7 pro all the way

PBass2004 · #16 06-26-2011, 04:23 PM

What about GK?

pedulla1 · #17 06-27-2011, 08:47 PM

I have a 7-pro and previously owned an Eden Navigator pre. I would go with Ampeg because it is easier to cut through a mix with warmth. With the Eden I struggled to cut through. In my living room the Eden sounded great but live it was tough to get a good sound. I know you are not considering the Navigator but I figured it was Eden and in the same tone world fwiw.

PBass2004 · #18 06-28-2011, 01:06 AM

Some one suggested today for me to get a GK800RB? Any thoughts on this head with a single 4 Ohm cab guys? Or is the 7 Pro the way to go?
Thanks

joeydavidson · #19 06-28-2011, 02:19 AM

I think Ampeg cabs sound best with Ampeg heads.

T. Alan Smith · #20 06-28-2011, 07:00 AM

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Originally Posted by PBass2004

Some one suggested today for me to get a GK800RB? Any thoughts on this head with a single 4 Ohm cab guys? Or is the 7 Pro the way to go?
Thanks

I love the 800RB, but you mentioned weight & power in your original thread, and the 800RB is a very different head. So what is your criteria...what are your priorities?