TC Electronic BG250 Club - Page 50

stepswork4me · #**981** 02-09-2013, 03:46 PM

I haven't noticed anything adverse while running other effects.

Arnie · #**982** 02-09-2013, 05:40 PM

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Originally Posted by plankspanker13

Gig #2 with mine; live band karaoke. It went very well, and the ladies were frisky. Dammit! Of all the times to forget the camera! I sounded huge.

Are you saying we can "get chicks" with this?? Im ordering one now!

Zeke3elevn · #**983** 02-10-2013, 03:01 PM

Question BG250 owners - can you use the RC4 switch with it? Would love to get a multi purpose pedal that can control the the unit and tune instead of getting the regular switch and a sep tuner.

stepswork4me · #**984** 02-10-2013, 03:34 PM

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Originally Posted by Zeke3elevn

Question BG250 owners - can you use the RC4 switch with it? Would love to get a multi purpose pedal that can control the the unit and tune instead of getting the regular switch and a sep tuner.

Not sure. It does have a built in tuner that works for standard tuning.

Zeke3elevn · #**985** 02-10-2013, 03:41 PM

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Originally Posted by stepswork4me

Not sure. It does have a built in tuner that works for standard tuning.

True but I don't want to have to run back to the amp to do that

timber22 · #**986** 02-10-2013, 04:15 PM

I bought a BG250 a few weeks ago. I was impressed playing through it at home, but took it to band rehearsal for the first time today. This band is (unfortunately) very loud at practice so I thought this would be a good test. Rock band with two guitars, hard hitting drummer and bass. The BG250 had absolutely no problem. Didn't break a sweat. All the other band members commented on how much they liked the tone, and want me to use it from now on. After todaty, I wouldn't hesitate to use it at any gig, maybe except a really big room or outdoor show with no PA support.

Zeke3elevn · #**987** 02-10-2013, 04:21 PM

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Originally Posted by timber22

I bought a BG250 a few weeks ago. I was impressed playing through it at home, but took it to band rehearsal for the first time today. This band is (unfortunately) very loud at practice so I thought this would be a good test. Rock band with two guitars, hard hitting drummer and bass. The BG250 had absolutely no problem. Didn't break a sweat. All the other band members commented on how much they liked the tone, and want me to use it from now on. After todaty, I wouldn't hesitate to use it at any gig, maybe except a really big room or outdoor show with no PA support.

That's really promising. I'm using a 500 watt amp which is pushing 1 cab 350watts at 8ohms 4x10 so i'm wondering if ill be able to keep up anymore.

I always use PA support so this will basically be a monitor for me.

fromthedepths · #**988** 02-10-2013, 04:55 PM

I'll add to the volume testimonies, as i took the BG250 to rehearsal today. No problem at all keeping up with guitar, drums, and sax. I barely went over halfway on the master with everything else straight in the middle. I even had to back off a bit. Deep and clear using the P pup on my jaguar bass.

One thing I've noticed is "the beast" tone print is very sensitive to it's level knob. Sort of like the fuzz ramps up in stages, as opposed to a smooth gradation. I may end up sticking with the stompbox for that effect and load in a vibrato of some kind.

stepswork4me · #**989** 02-10-2013, 06:15 PM

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Originally Posted by timber22

I bought a BG250 a few weeks ago. I was impressed playing through it at home, but took it to band rehearsal for the first time today. This band is (unfortunately) very loud at practice so I thought this would be a good test. Rock band with two guitars, hard hitting drummer and bass. The BG250 had absolutely no problem. Didn't break a sweat. All the other band members commented on how much they liked the tone, and want me to use it from now on. After todaty, I wouldn't hesitate to use it at any gig, maybe except a really big room or outdoor show with no PA support.

Rightous! I keep tellin' folks that this thing doesn't sound like 250 watts.

stepswork4me · #**990** 02-10-2013, 06:19 PM

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Originally Posted by Zeke3elevn

True but I don't want to have to run back to the amp to do that

I think I get ya... You want to be able to tune on the fly, say mid song if need be? If so, you couldn't do it with the Switch 3 without standing by the amp to see the tuner... If that's not it, the Switch 3 allows for mute to tune silently. You may want to email TC.

McGryff · #**991** 02-10-2013, 09:13 PM

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Originally Posted by stepswork4me

I think I get ya... You want to be able to tune on the fly, say mid song if need be? If so, you couldn't do it with the Switch 3 without standing by the amp to see the tuner... If that's not it, the Switch 3 allows for mute to tune silently. You may want to email TC.

Not to swim against the stream here, but I use an Intellitouch clip-on tuner. I don't want to be running back to the amp all the time either(not that I play gigs that put me very far from my amp these days...), and the clip-ons are probably just as effective as most tuner pedals, and it's one less thing in your signal chain.

drpepper · #**992** 02-10-2013, 09:19 PM

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Originally Posted by Zeke3elevn

Question BG250 owners - can you use the RC4 switch with it? Would love to get a multi purpose pedal that can control the the unit and tune instead of getting the regular switch and a sep tuner.

No. You can't. Totally different connection.

dominic54321 · #**993** 02-12-2013, 12:06 PM

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Zeke3elevn · #**994** 02-12-2013, 12:28 PM

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Originally Posted by dominic54321

Ok, I have another great deal for anyone looking to pull the trigger on a BG250. $320.09 no tax and free shipping from zzounds.com

http://www.zzounds.com/redeempm--358...2579e5a4a1c18d

-------------------------------------------------------------------------

Dear Gear Shopper,

Thanks for submitting a LOWEST PRICE request for the following item:
* TC Electronic BG250 Bass Combo Amplifier (250 Watts, 1x15") - New

The lowest price for this item we were able to verify at our competitor is $329.99 with free shipping. This includes any applicable discounts.

We are happy to say we can beat this price with our LOWEST PRICE offer of $320.09 with FREE shipping.

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- 30 days to try out your gear
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...And we don't collect sales tax on your purchases, unless you live in New Jersey.

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The Musicians at zZounds

************************************************** ********************************************
If you believe the competitor's price we verified is inaccurate, please submit
another LOWEST PRICE request, or simply call us toll-free at 800.493.3945 to give us
a chance to live up to our LOWEST PRICE Guarantee.

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NOTE: Pending order submission, this price is subject to zZounds.com order
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How much longer is that good for? I went to my local GC to try it out and their floor model wouldn't work. Had a solid clip light and a solid E and A.

Kind of scared me ... put me back into "lurking mode" from "Buying mode"

McGryff · #**995** 02-12-2013, 12:30 PM

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Originally Posted by Zeke3elevn

How much longer is that good for? I went to my local GC to try it out and their floor model wouldn't work. Had a solid clip light and a solid E and A.

Kind of scared me ... put me back into "lurking mode" from "Buying mode"

I wouldn't regard a floor model as an exemplar of product quality. It's often abused, especially at a joint like GC. A new-in-box amp should treat you well!

Zeke3elevn · #**996** 02-12-2013, 12:35 PM

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Originally Posted by McGryff

I wouldn't regard a floor model as an exemplar of product quality. It's often abused, especially at a joint like GC. A new-in-box amp should treat you well!

I'm hoping that is an error message for "someone beat the **** out of me" instead of a defect in the product. Anyone know what that means?

fenderhutz · #**997** 02-12-2013, 12:39 PM

Send an email to forums@musiciansfriend.com and ask for a talkbass price quote on the item. They don't like us posting quoted prices but I can tell you it wasn't far off that Zzzounds price for a new unopened one.

Zeke3elevn · #**998** 02-12-2013, 12:40 PM

thanks!

mystic38 · #**999** 02-12-2013, 12:46 PM

I must admit, in the 2 GC near me, the only amps not working amongst all available, Fender, peavey, ampeg, GK, GB etc.. were the BG250 in each location..

I cannot subscribe to an "abuse" theory when everything else works..except the TC units.

Given i am on my second one (which itself is faulty), I certainly have zero expectations of a long and healthy life from this thing..and frankly if i could get my money back i would be long gone.

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Originally Posted by Zeke3elevn

How much longer is that good for? I went to my local GC to try it out and their floor model wouldn't work. Had a solid clip light and a solid E and A.

Kind of scared me ... put me back into "lurking mode" from "Buying mode"

drpepper · #**1000** 02-12-2013, 02:05 PM

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Originally Posted by mystic38

I must admit, in the 2 GC near me, the only amps not working amongst all available, Fender, peavey, ampeg, GK, GB etc.. were the BG250 in each location..

I cannot subscribe to an "abuse" theory when everything else works..except the TC units.

Given i am on my second one (which itself is faulty), I certainly have zero expectations of a long and healthy life from this thing..and frankly if i could get my money back i would be long gone.

Yeah. That's too bad. I got a bad one myself. My gut feeling was how am I going to be able to trust a replacement?

In my case, so far, I'm glad I decided on a replacement instead of a refund.

I haven't seen a hint of trouble from it...but you never do until you do

Given my own experience, I wouldn't be the one to try to push anyone else's decision.