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12-09-2010, 04:21 PM
|  | Average Bassist | | Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Ontario, Canada | | | Overwhelmed, need suggestions
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So im hoping to maybe take advantage of the christmas season and get myself a powerful, gigging bass amp. There are just so many options and things to think about that im at my wits end! Basically, im looking for a high wattage solid state amp that can compete with a loud drummer and 2 other guitarists. Id like the cab (or cabs) to be lightweight, and i dont really want to spend more than $1200. As for tone, im not to picky, i play alot of metal and rock if that helps, but my main concern is loudness and portability. I know this is probably asking alot, but any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.
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12-09-2010, 04:31 PM
| | Registered User | | Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Edinburgh & Dundee, Scotland | | | Genz Benz
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12-09-2010, 04:39 PM
| | Registered User | | Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: under your bed | | | Yes, this. Great stuff. Not the cheapest in the world, but not the most expensive either, and well worth more than what it retails for.
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12-09-2010, 04:39 PM
| | | | Carvin + Avatar
Carvin BX500 - 500w @ 4 ohms + tube pre-amp for 399.00.
Avatar TB153 - 500w @ 4 ohms 15" 3-way cab, for 399.00.
Dynomite, portable rig for under a grand, including shipping. 
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12-09-2010, 04:41 PM
| | Registered User | | Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: IL | | | As far as heads I picked up a Hartke HA2500 as a backup and it absolutely rocks. Drives the hell out of an ampeg 810 and sounds good doing it..... all for $250
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12-09-2010, 04:45 PM
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Originally Posted by LaklandBass  As far as heads I picked up a Hartke HA2500 as a backup and it absolutely rocks. Drives the hell out of an ampeg 810 and sounds good doing it..... all for $250 | Good option for less money. |
12-09-2010, 04:47 PM
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Originally Posted by jeff7bass Good option for less money. | And leaves plenty of room for great cab(s).
Ampeg 810
Mesa/Boogie 215
Eden 410 and 210
SWR 610
PLENTY of options with the left over cash
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12-09-2010, 04:49 PM
| | Registered User | | Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Dallas, TX | | | Whatever you decide, don't skimp on the speaker cabs. If it's volume you want, it's more, and better speakers you need. You can go budget line on the head, but not on the speakers.
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12-09-2010, 05:16 PM
| | Average Bassist | | Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Ontario, Canada | | I actually came across this: http://bass-guitars.musiciansfriend....ku=480315#used
Are these decent heads? Cause that seems like it would give plenty of power and leave alot of money for a good cab.
Also, if lots of good speakers is what i need, im willing to get an 8x10 cab as long as its not super heavy and has casters. |
12-09-2010, 05:20 PM
| | Registered User | | Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Gainesville, FL | | | You could pick up a used GK 700rbii for around 300-400 and an avatar or GK neo 410 cab for around 500 or so. Lot's of volume and portability there.
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12-09-2010, 05:56 PM
| | Registered User | | Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Benicia, CA | | | Used Ampeg 810. Heavy though. Avatar B410 or 2. light modular. I just ordered the TB153 for $399. I think 2 of those would do you just fine too. You'd still have $400 or so left for a head. Although they have yet to be tested.
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12-09-2010, 05:58 PM
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12-09-2010, 06:11 PM
| | Registered User | | Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Benicia, CA | | Quote:
Originally Posted by lbwdog | +1. Markbass heads are solid as well. Distinct voice, but I dig it. Also GK MBFusions a sweet little amp with an awesome tube pre. I think it was like 600 or 700 new |
12-09-2010, 06:51 PM
|  | Registered User | | Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Kansas City | | Used GK 700RB-II, new/used Genz Benz Uber 410. Call it a day 
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12-09-2010, 07:28 PM
| | Registered User | | Join Date: Jan 2009 Location: Steele City, NE | | Quote:
Originally Posted by i_got_a_mohawk Genz Benz | Yup. A lightweight amp and a 212, either one. Its unreal how much pant shaking mojo you can get out of one all night long. Dang thing hardly gets warm.
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12-09-2010, 09:47 PM
| | Average Bassist | | Join Date: Jul 2010 Location: Ontario, Canada | | Also found this used cab on musiciansfriend: http://bass-guitars.musiciansfriend....ku=601105#used
Markbass CL108. It says its only 89lbs, which isnt bad. The description says it doesnt have bass ports. Is that a bad thing? |
12-09-2010, 09:54 PM
| | Registered User | | Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Benicia, CA | | | Its a sealed cab like the ampeg 8x10. No tweeter, classic tone. Sealed cabs usually are described as having a tighter, more focused low end. Very generic description though. |
12-09-2010, 09:56 PM
| | Registered User | | Join Date: Nov 2010 Location: Benicia, CA | | | Never played through one, but have heard they are excellent cabs. | | Thread Tools | Search this Thread | | | | 
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