Serious Aguilar Gas!

Darknut · #1 09-16-2011, 11:02 AM

Played a Aguilar DB 750 that was Backline yesterday ... may be the best sounding amp I ever plugged into ... I frakkin loved it ... got to get one ASAP!

bassgod0dmw · #2 09-16-2011, 11:03 AM

Aggie makes some seriously nice gear!

rockstarbassist · #3 09-16-2011, 11:04 AM

I'd love a 750/751 as well. I've yet to own one but I will someday. The times I've gotten to test it out had me grinning like a 5 year old with a puppy dipped in ice cream!

NKUSigEp · #4 09-16-2011, 11:12 AM

Check out the Aguilar club thread...that should help with your GAS.

The 750 paired with the GS412 cab is absolutely phenomenal!

thisSNsucks · #5 09-16-2011, 11:16 AM

I agree with everything said thus far!

Jeff Scott · #6 09-16-2011, 07:00 PM

I got the next best thing, as I did not want a lead sled:

http://www.aguilaramp.com/products_amplifiers_TH500.htm

Mojo-Man · #7 09-16-2011, 07:10 PM

I played a 750 with a Berg. NV215.
Great amp. mega tone.

Supertanker · #8 09-16-2011, 09:17 PM

Last time I played a DB750 I had a BIG problem.

I started listening to myself play...

Not good.

If you've done it before you know what I mean...

It sounded that good...

Sean Baumann · #9 09-17-2011, 11:47 PM

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Originally Posted by Darknut

Played a Aguilar DB 750 that was Backline yesterday ... may be the best sounding amp I ever plugged into ... I frakkin loved it ... got to get one ASAP!

Do it! I love my DB750.

Kobaia · #10 09-17-2011, 11:49 PM

I love Aguilar's stuff. Had a DB750. had to get rid of it for space and weight, but I cant wait for my TH500.

basswest · #11 09-18-2011, 12:58 AM

I run my one and only p bass (w/big flats) through an all-tube 70 pounder; with either 1 or 2 matching 15's. After 18 months on this rig I have started to wonder how I might go about choosing an alternate stack from Aguilar. My guess is that the SL 410+TH-500 will entirely do it for me, even to the point where my (practically new) old school rig either stays at home more or gets sold. But now I'm wondering if it might not be a better idea to park a 751 on top of that SL 410. I'm worried the TH-500 won't like flatwounds.? Someone please say so if you think I'm wrong about this.

LiquidMidnight · #12 09-18-2011, 01:45 AM

Unfortunately, the SL410 is no longer available due to the dicey availability of neo drivers. There may be some shops around that still have them in stock, but they weren't out long enough to flood the market; so a NOS or used one will probably be hard to find.

jimc · #13 09-18-2011, 02:03 AM

I used to change my amp/cab setup a lot, almost as much as my basses!

Hit upon a DB750 with a DB112 and DB112NT almost 4 years ago and haven't changed since. Sure I wish it was lighter but every lightweight amp I've tried since sounds lightweight compared to the DB750, plus it's been rock solid. It is a thing of beauty!

Venom of God · #14 09-18-2011, 03:15 AM

I got hold of an Agro pedal the other day, my first experience with any of their gear.. it's easily the best pedal I have ever played through. My SVT3-PRO has never sounded angrier.

basswest · #15 09-18-2011, 03:52 AM

[quote=jimc;11496324]I used to change my amp/cab setup a lot, almost as much as my basses!

Thanks for the info, guys. Turns out I don't turn gear over very often at all, though, at least I don't think so. 5 bass rigs since 1985? Anyway, I feel better about driving my big lead tube sled after hearing from you guys. Your comments are appreciated!

AMp'D.2play · #16 09-18-2011, 07:12 AM

I recently picked up a GS112 to use as a portable "rehearsal" cab. I guess I may be turning into an Aguilar fanboi since either the TH500 or DB751 is on my short list for a new head.

There's a 751 in the classifieds now ... somewhat local, too ... but I just sunk $500 into my car this week, so I have to remain on the sidelines a little longer.

From reading his posts here, the customer service that Dave B provides is top-notch, as well!

JMarkD · #17 09-18-2011, 08:22 AM

There is something special about the DB750. There is a weight to each note, especially the lowest ones, that you just don't get from other amps.

I used my AG500sc last night because I just didn't feel up to lugging the big boy. The AG sounded great and got the job done well enough, but I sure did miss that special kick that I get from the 750. I've been gigging mine for eight years and nothing has ever compared to it, in my opinion.

A wonderful, classic and timeless design. That the "the Daves" and the rest of the gang there are so great to deal with is an added bonus.

Jeff Scott · #18 09-18-2011, 12:28 PM

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Originally Posted by JMarkD

I used my AG500sc last night because I just didn't feel up to lugging the big boy. The AG sounded great and got the job done well enough, but I sure did miss that special kick that I get from the 750.

In the Tone Hammer 500 thread Someone asked about the tonal differences between the Tone Hammer 500, AG500 and the DB751, Dave said the Tone Hammer 500 is on the DB751 side of the fence, tonally.

JMarkD · #19 09-18-2011, 12:41 PM

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Originally Posted by Jeff Scott

In the Tone Hammer 500 thread Someone asked about the tonal differences between the Tone Hammer 500, AG500 and the DB751, Dave said the Tone Hammer 500 is on the DB751 side of the fence, tonally.

Hi Jeff

Yeah, I saw that too. I'm thinking about it! Not sure I want to drop coin on it right now as the old day job is a bit, ah, well, you know.

I am certainly interested in checking one of those little fellas out. Tough to believe it can achieve the magic of the 750 though. Still, at four pounds it sure is tempting.

dominic54321 · #20 09-18-2011, 01:11 PM

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Originally Posted by JMarkD

There is something special about the DB750. There is a weight to each note...

+1 This man speaks the truth! ;-) I've been through many amps, and the DB750 stays. I'm usually using the Shuttle 9.0/ae410 rig for convenience, but on occasion, when I lug the DB750, it reminds me why I like it so much! I just recently picked up a gs412 to pair with the DB750 for a few outside gigs I have coming up. So far, I'm very happy with the combination!