Recent content by Jayb81

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    Which single cab would you gig with?

    Get a mid range or high quality 115 and call it a day. If you go this route do NOT go cheap it defeats the purpose. Plenty of Neo 115's on the market pushing 300-400RMS and even ceramics that are all light weight. I'm talking less then 50lbs. I walked into GC with my Genz Benz Focus 115 in one...
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    Please Read BEFORE Your Purchase of a PF-500...

    I noticed that too.. I play a passive maybe its only people with active that peak so easy... I have to crank to about 9 and play hard to get the peak to light up.
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    1st Fret Buzz/ Truss Rod Tightening???

    I'm scratching my head here!? Maybe someone mentioned it earlier but instead of just mussing around with the truss rod a full set-up is in order. Truss,Bridge,Nut and Intonation all need to be set first. Then if there are any issues go from there. But just messing with the truss rod is only...
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    HOW ON EARTH DO I DECIDE ON A NEW BASS AMP?

    IMO save some money and get the LH500 which gives you 350 in 8ohms or 500 in 4. For what you are trying to do 350 is more then enough. Pair it with a QUALITY 112 or 115 cab at least 300w RMS and you will be set. If you decide you want more in the future buy another matching 12 or 15 cab. I rock...
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    Please Read BEFORE Your Purchase of a PF-500...

    I love the tone and mobility of the PF series amps. However I'm no fool I know this is a fragile amp that requires one to watch how you push it while playing. Take the time to learn the limitations of this series and all should be fine. Most people push it way too hard and it craps out. Don't...
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    Suggestions for 10"cab for best LOW B !

    I was about to chime in with the same thought. I have yet to hear a 110 handle a low B at gig volume without crapping out.
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    Ampeg PF-350 Mega-Thread, V2.0

    I've had my pf-350 for a few days and its running thru a Genz Benz Focus 115. Great paring. The Genz cab doesn't flinch one bit when I hit 2 o'clock on gain and volume bass at 3 o'clock. Still trying to feel out both and how they work together. I do notice the pf-350 goes from clean to crunchy...
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    Ampeg PF-350 with Genz Benz Focus Cabs

    I finally got my pf-350 in the mail. Focus 115 is an excellent cab when paired with my second choice amp. It gets crunchy ( which is expected with Ampeg) once the gain hits 2-3. I can max out the amp before maxing out this cab which is a very conservative 300 RMS rating. It gets loud and rumbles...
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    Bad Idea? 200w cab w/ Orange TB 500

    That's a very strong Yes!!! Switch to 4ohm and hook up both 8ohm cabs. That will give you the full 500w of glory:bassist: I doubt you make it past 11 with both of those hooked up. :D
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    Hartke HA2500

    no love for the HA2500 lol..
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    Ampeg PF-350 with Genz Benz Focus Cabs

    A pf-500 with a 210 Focus Cab... I thought about getting the 210 myself but I was worried about volume. I can only afford one cab right now so I picked the 115 to be on the safe side. I almost got the 112 but chickened out at the last minute. Has anyone maxed out either GB cabs? They seem to be...
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    Ampeg PF-350 with Genz Benz Focus Cabs

    So I'm not alone!!! I was beginning to think I was the only one with this combination. Have you had any of the cutting out or overheating issues with the pf-350?
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    Ampeg PF-350 with Genz Benz Focus Cabs

    Hi Everyone I confess I'm a mix and matcher I can't help it. The original plan was to have a Hartke HA2500 paired with my 115 GB Focus Cab however due to new production run changes with the Hartke low-end amp I decided to go with the PF350 instead. Does anyone have either the pf-350...
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    Hartke HA2500

    I was this close --> <-- to purchasing one today and had to cancel the order last minute. I'm really disappointed as it appears the new run of Hartke HA2500's no longer have a Direct Out on the back. I was stunned when I rummaged thru the PDF manual and various pics of the new models. Why would...