Ampeg enthusiasts. Please read/help.

[Pandafist]

Hey dudzies. I'm just wonderin, which solid state Ampeg has the best rep?
I'm currently playing through an SVT CL, but I've decided I would like a solid state back-up. Is there a particular Ampeg solid state that is reknown for it's similarity in tone to the tube models by Ampeg? Or if not for it's similarity, then for it's own merit amongst it's peers?

I used to own the SVT 350, and was unimpressed with it's capabilities. So let's leave that one off the table.

Thank you everyone.

 

[BillyB_from_LZ]

How about another brand (for a different flavor) preceeded by a Tech 21 VT Bass pedal (to bring you back to Ampeg tone when you want that)? If that plan works for you then something like a Carvin B1500 would serve you well.

 

[JimmyM]

90% agreed with BillyB. I think the Carvin's wattage is insane, quite honestly However, going strictly by Ampeg, the SVT 3 and 4 Pro are probably the pro's SS Ampeg choice these days. I think they sounds nothing like a real SVT, but they do sound good.

 

[SwitchGear]

Ashdown or Behringer.

 

[arjune]

A Carvin B1500 plus a Tech21 Sansamp RBI/RPM rack-mounted would be an amazing solid state back up or even main gigger.

 

[BillyB_from_LZ]

90% agreed with BillyB. ...

Thanks...I borrowed the concept (VT bass ahead of something else) entirely from one of your posts in another thread!!

 

[Calvan]

Thanks...I borrowed the concept (VT bass ahead of something else) entirely from one of your posts in another thread!!

no quotes? i'd sue...

but yeah the 3 and 4 pros are probably the most popular. i own a 3 and i'd say after 3 years of use as my only rig i'm still at least 85% happy with it. i'm debating on not selling it once my new head comes.

 

[RickenBoogie]

The 6Pro ain't half bad either.

 

[JimmyM]

Thanks...I borrowed the concept (VT bass ahead of something else) entirely from one of your posts in another thread!!

I can see you're a man of taste and class

Yeah, the VT + any amp will definitely get you about 98% there. For some, that 2% is very important, but I'll definitely use it in a pinch on the road when that SVT/810 I request turns into a GK/Hartke.

 

[Pandafist]

thanks everybody! my friend just offered me her G.K. 800RB for $200 so I think I've made up my mind. I'll be sure to check out the VT (though I already have their bass driver pedal).

 

[JimmyM]

The Bass Driver is OK, but the VT is a LOT better. Sansamp would do well by ditching the Bass Driver and making the VT the standard. Then make it programmable and slap a DI on it.

 

[Ric5]

I am a fan of the ampeg b2r

 

[BillyB_from_LZ]

I am a fan of the ampeg b2r

I like 'em too, but Pandafist already poo-poo'd the SVT-350H which is the same amp electronically.

 

[sedan_dad]

I'd love to try out a 8Pro.

I had a 3Pro. (Nothing SVT about that.)
I had a CL. (It's alright but not a SVT.)
I own a 350. ( Again,NOT a SVT.)
I've had a SVPCL Preamp.(We're getting closer.)

The 8 Pro sounds very interesting BUT I don't have any FIRST hand experance with it.