Reliable Head Under $800

[Texan]

I think it's time to move into the modern age. The heads that I use are all over 20 years old and the age factor has me paranoid becuase of the frequency that I gig. So, I ask for the wisdom of the TB community, what is a reliable head? I use a pair of SWR Goliath 3's, so it would have to be capable of pushing those. I have considered, the Aguilar Tonehammer Head, Markbass, and Carvin. I love the HiFi sound and a nice deep bass thunder. Your opinions are appreciated.

[Slowgypsy]

GK 700RB-II.

[RickenBoogie]

go forth and play through everything that's available to you.

[knucklehead G]

GK 1001RB-II

[Pilgrim]

Play 'em. Don't skip Genz-Benz. Used is good.

[zachoff]

Yeah, if you're looking for hifi plus more, the Genz GBEs are super nice and can be found at that price and they're awesomely versatile heads.

I'd probably get a Peavey VB-2 if I had $800 to spend on a head, but it's not real hi-fi.

[garmenteros]

If you plan on getting new, I'd for a GK 1001RBII or their long running classic GK 800RB. Solid state ampegs are pretty reliable (although I don't care for the voice of the amps) If you were buying used, that opens up things a whole lot more, just a matter of looking for your ideal tone or sound and wait for a deal. Mesa Boogie gear if you can find it in the 800 dollar range is bulletproof.

[TheBasicBassist]

Used Little Mark II for sure.