Recent content by riffsonbass

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    Need Answer - Running Two Cabs

    Thanks a bunch. I know us newbies really appreciate your opinions. :p
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    Need Answer - Running Two Cabs

    I want to run 2 cabs off of a Bass amp that is rated 450 watt 4 ohm and 250w 8 ohms Both cabs are rated at 8ohms 200 watts RMS. Will the amp split the power equally between the two cabs, say 225 against one and 225 agianst the other? OR Will it try to send 450 watts to each cabinet...
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    No love for Ampeg B2RE?

    Hey thanks for the advice Jason P Bass, much appreciated.
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    Stack or Combo - Budget $1000

    Sounds like stack and go used is the consensus. I really appreciate the feedback. So basically going new is not worth it because I could get more ummph for my dollars going used... I've heard that 4X10 cabs are better for 5 string bass'es to get that low B out there and audible. A 1X15 may...
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    Stack or Combo - Budget $1000

    We play classic and current rock. I'm not big on effects, just a straight shooter. I like the John Paul Jones and McCartney sound (SGT Pepper). I know McCartney used VOX and JPJ Acoustic. All tube for them mind you.
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    Stack or Combo - Budget $1000

    Here's my story. I have an old Yamaha 55B combo (55 watts/15" speaker) pretty much near the end. The amp just acted as a monitor on stage as I always DI'd the bass. I am looking at getting a new amp and I am wondering if I should go stack or combo. Budget $1000 (can/us) I have tried a...
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    No love for Ampeg B2RE?

    Thanks for this thread. I am on the cusp of buying a B2RE with a B410HLF. I'm looking to spend about $1000 + tax. I've been playing a combo for years and always DI'd to the PA so this would be my first stack. I tried it out and it sounded pretty decent to me. Is the B2RE and the 410 the way to...