SWR Fan Club II - Page 21

45acp · #**401** 02-11-2013, 07:29 AM

Hate to see them gone.

LOVE my bass350... ive abused it for years through an old mid-80's GK 115.

Just cleaning some pots-

iriegnome · #**402** 02-11-2013, 07:58 AM

How sad. One of the most innovative bass amplification companies to come around and then they were gone... Very sad indeed

mb94952 · #**403** 02-11-2013, 10:32 AM

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Originally Posted by Count Bassie

Become a monster or eventually die. That's business.

Seems to be fairly true words of wisdom. There are always exceptions, I guess. Maybe SWR chose to sell it's name and retire. Who knows. In the internet age, I bet they could survive as an online entity, but I don't know.

The GOOD thing is that there is a ton of used gear on the market and no matter what, I will ALWAYS play SWR. I've tried pretty much every cab worth trying (yes, Bergies, etc) and SWR always wins for me.

I am glad to have a few SWR stacks.

My Super Redhead is my #1 go to gig rig. I don't need anymore but maybe an SWR 410 underneath it for louder shows.

SWR just sounds right...

shaginwagin · #**404** 02-11-2013, 11:02 AM

I missed out on a basic 350, I was bummed, I always keep my eye out for swr gear. I need more disposable income... Gotta get that goliath to go with my WM *wink*

Idroppedit · #**405** 02-11-2013, 12:45 PM

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Originally Posted by ChrisHooker

What happened to the brand and model tags on the GIII grill?

I bought it used that way. All this gear was made 1997 and back. the guy who had it before me took all the badging off and then lost them over the years. I honestly don't mind, was thinking about taking the workingmans badge off as well and ordering a black grill (or painting the existing) for the GIII

ChrisHooker · #**406** 02-11-2013, 06:28 PM

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Originally Posted by Idroppedit

I honestly don't mind, was thinking about taking the workingmans badge off as well and ordering a black grill (or painting the existing) for the GIII

How shiny is your GIII chrome grill? I've been looking for one to replace my black WM grill, so I can have a matched chrome pair. ...PM me?

Jason Hollar · #**407** 02-11-2013, 10:26 PM

I've used my trusty SWR rig for well over a decade. A year or two ago I replaced all the drivers with eminence BP102s. Sounds better than ever.

SWR Bass 350
SWR GIII 2x10
SWR GIII 4x10

ChristianOnBass · #**408** 02-12-2013, 10:18 PM

I just purchased a used--great condition, stored a long time--SWR Workingman's 15in 160/200 Combo. I got it for $150.00. That is the best deal on a combo I could find after shopping for 2 months. My question: Will adding an extension speaker cab help with volume at all? I hope that I will have enough power for rehearsing with a band, and with the help of a PA, I hope to gig...will I be OK? If I can get by for now with this small investment I will be truly grateful

Thanks in advance!

shaginwagin · #**409** 02-13-2013, 05:11 AM

Definately. Add another 15 and that rig should be enough for most practice/gigs.

bongomania · #**410** 02-13-2013, 09:50 AM

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Originally Posted by shaginwagin

Definately. Add another 15 and that rig should be enough for most practice/gigs.

Agreed! The combo plus a 15 extension cab will do the job.

shaginwagin · #**411** 02-13-2013, 10:55 AM

Oh! And... No pic, no combo!!!

There's one of those around my neck of the woods for sale. Not cheap though. Let us know how you like it!

iriegnome · #**412** 02-13-2013, 02:50 PM

I'll tell you, I am still very concerned that when it is time to replace my SWR BASS 750, I will have no real viable options other than a used one..

45acp · #**413** 02-13-2013, 04:47 PM

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Originally Posted by iriegnome

I'll tell you, I am still very concerned that when it is time to replace my SWR BASS 750, I will have no real viable options other than a used one..

Theoretically, there's nothing in the amp that cant be repaired or replaced. Expensive to fix- maybe, but that'll depend on how bad you wanna keep it.

ChristianOnBass · #**414** 02-13-2013, 05:00 PM

So far I am impressed at how much amp I got for 150 bucks. I thought I missed out on a better deal when I saw an add for a 160/200 for $140. Turns out it was the head only, so I am better of with the combo. Thank you for the feedback!

skruch · #**415** 02-13-2013, 06:45 PM

I just checked the SWR web site and all looks normal. Where is it written that they be gone?

Jheake · #**416** 02-13-2013, 07:22 PM

I think its just an "underwraps" kind of thing. I have never seen any official word form anywhere.

still a bummer though. I was hoping they were going to update the headlite. I have it and the golight 410 4ohm. While this is a killer setup it would be nicer to have an updated version with a bit more headroom.

Jason Hollar · #**417** 02-13-2013, 07:35 PM

I'd love to check out one of their Spellbinder Blue amps for upright gigs but a grand seems pretty steep.

micgtr71 · #**418** 02-13-2013, 08:22 PM

I used to use a SM400 and a Goliath 2. Man, that rig sounded good. Hot, but good.

shadven · #**419** 02-14-2013, 04:03 PM

I have had a Basic 350 in my arsenal for over 20 years. It is the most bullet proof amp I have ever had.

mb94952 · #**420** 02-14-2013, 07:55 PM

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Originally Posted by shadven

I have had a Basic 350 in my arsenal for over 20 years. It is the most bullet proof amp I have ever had.

One of the BEST sounding, too ! I absolutely love those redface things !!!