practice/small gig tube combo - opinions?

[CultofJay]

I'm in the market for a 10 or 12 inch combo that will work for small gigs (record stores, small bars, coffee house, etc.) but has a small footprint. I've been looking at Line 6's Lowdown or a Fender Bassman TV. As you can see by those two completely different amps, I'm open to any suggestions. I don't want to spend close to a grand for a small amp though since I'm on a budget.

[mrpackerguy]

Hands down - Mesa Walkabout Scout 12

[MJ5150]

Like a 4th quarter Favre INT, mrpackerguy seals the deal with the Mesa suggestion.

But since it is clearly out of your price range, try one of the pretenders.

-Mike

[jmain]

I haven't tried one yet, but a MB112 maybe?

[SteveC]

GK or GB...

[CultofJay]

I would love to throw down the bills for a mesa boogie combo. I'm basically looking for something I can take to my friend's place (he's a keys player) and *maybe* use with a drummer. That last part might be difficult with a low watt amp, but I just can't afford a rig atm. Anyone own a rumble? They're pretty cheap and I've only played them at GC. I couldn't really get a good feel for them since someone was blasting GnR right next to me.

[Hollywars]

The GK MB series combos seem to be well liked.

[thudfromafar]

http://bass-guitars.musiciansfriend....Amp?sku=581052

[RickenBoogie]

Once again, pertaining to the volume issue, and playing with a drummer, the wattage of the amp almost doesn't matter, compared to the speakers you'll use. A 1x anything will always choke when you need volume, no matter how many watts the amp has. If you want to stick with a combo amp, look minto something that has at least 2x12's, or a 1x15 that'll allow you to add an ext cab. That new GK 212 combo would be perfect.

[MJ5150]

Originally Posted by Hollywars

The GK MB series combos seem to be well liked.

Yep. I just bought the MB210. Seems fine for gigging medium to small shows.

-Mike

[CultofJay]

seems like the MB210 wins it. Now I just need $600. I'm going to have to keep an eye out for a used one. I have a feeling that with their popularity and being kind of new that it might take awhile before they start popping up.