Ampeg Rocket Bass Combos

[68Tele-Bass]

At this point I got tired of waiting for reviews and will just drive the 20 mins to my local GC to try it out with my bass. Right now only the RB-108 and 110 are available, but the bigger ones are supposed to come in at the end of the month (I heard).

Nice!!

My closest GC is in either Albuquerque or Phoenix, both about 5 hour drive. I’ll preorder, and be thankful when the RB115 lands at my door!!! Our local independent shop in Flagstaff (2.5 hrs away) May or may not have them- they’re a Fender dealer, soooo Rumbles and Hot Rods, yes, Ampeg?! Never seen one there..

 

[sonojono]

Can’t wait to get home!

 

[slowreflex]

One demo video has popped up of the RB-108. Playing starts around 5:30.

 

[redstrand]

One demo video has popped up of the RB-108. Playing starts around 5:30.

Playing starts around 5:30, sheesh this is why I don’t watch demo videos all that often. Less talking, more playing

 

[CallMeAl]

My wife asked me, "How many amplifiers do you need?"

One for the living room, one for the rehearsal room, one for gigs and a backup!



hey, I’m one short.......

 

[Lowbrow]

One demo video has popped up of the RB-108. Playing starts around 5:30.

I’d been wondering how the non-adjustable SGT on the 108 was set - seems like full up. IMO this makes the 110 the smallest version I’d consider in the RB line. Not to say it doesn't sound good on the 108, I’d just want that gain/boost thing that the SGT level/grit controls offer.

 

[redstrand]

I’d been wondering how the non-adjustable SGT on the 108 was set - seems like full up. IMO this makes the 110 the smallest version I’d consider in the RB line. Not to say it doesn't sound good on the 108, I’d just want that gain/boost thing that the SGT level/grit controls offer.

Yeah I wanted adjustability like the demo, using it as a boost is what sold me

 

[Lync]

One thing I notice...and I don't know the actual specs/design, but with my RB110 it seems that each eq knob affects more than one frequency (like for example the BDDI). Pretty cool in that respect and should ease some worries regarding a simplified eq.

 

[Lo Ki]

They are actually a couple pounds heavier than the Rumbles. I have the 500 and it weighs 36 lbs.; RB210 is 39. The 210 extension cab I have weighs 39 lbs, b/c it's got those big metal grabs handles on each side, combo only strap handle on top

RB210 is 39lbs? My Markbass Ninja 122(2x12) cabs are only 40-41lbs each with the heavy duty handles. Lots of love for Ampeg though, it was my very 1st bass amp waaay back in 1979 lol!

 

[sonojono]

I’d been wondering how the non-adjustable SGT on the 108 was set - seems like full up.

Its actually quite the opposite. When engaged, the SGT is subtle which is why I’m looking forward to the 115 version to adjust the level of that SGT sound.

 

[P Cheen]

Bummer. Looks like CMS pushed their dates to July 5. I was hoping their first estimate (Apr. 19-20) was kinda spot-on. Kraft Music (Wisconsin) still has theirs as May 13.

Looks like the wait will be longer.

 

[alaskaleftybass]

Everyone knew good things would come of the Yamaha/Ampeg merger. I'm not particularly concerned with the lack of a mid control but I wouldn't be surprised if down the road a mid priced lightweight Ampeg combo had one. The 112 combo field is crowded with some great brands, and this is a great offering from Ampeg. As I always say, there's room enough for all the good new products, enjoy!

 

[sonojono]

So good

 

[halcyo]

I’m an owner of a pf-800 and 2 pf115 cabs, AND I owned the older BR100 years ago, so I’m not saying they’re bad at all, but am I the only one who sees these and just kinda thinks “meh, sorta just more of the same thing, mid price, “middle class” tone, basic class D, nothing that special...”?

 

[68Tele-Bass]

I’m an owner of a pf-800 and 2 pf115 cabs, AND I owned the older BR100 years ago, so I’m not saying they’re bad at all, but am I the only one who sees these and just kinda thinks “meh, sorta just more of the same thing, mid price, “middle class” tone, basic class D, nothing that special...”?

Yes, you are the only one. On this thread so far, at least.

“Middle Class” tone needs a few more lighter weight combos out there- besides the ubiquitous Rumble series, these should slot in nicely!!

 

[Lowbrow]

I’m an owner of a pf-800 and 2 pf115 cabs, AND I owned the older BR100 years ago, so I’m not saying they’re bad at all, but am I the only one who sees these and just kinda thinks “meh, sorta just more of the same thing, mid price, “middle class” tone, basic class D, nothing that special...”?

I imagine the thought was to
offer something fairly safe and widely understood before breaking into more innovative offerings that, had they come first in the Yamaha era, may have been challenging to the psyche of the Ampeg faithful.

 

[JimmyM]

I imagine the thought was to
offer something fairly safe and widely understood before breaking into more innovative offerings that, had they come first in the Yamaha era, may have been challenging to the psyche of the Ampeg faithful.

I don't care when they come out. I don't want Ampeg to change whatsoever. I don't need my psyche challenged. I need my Ampeg amps to sound like Ampeg.

 

[Lowbrow]

I don't care when they come out. I don't want Ampeg to change whatsoever. I don't need my psyche challenged. I need my Ampeg amps to sound like Ampeg.

You should read some of the comments in Ampeg's Facebook posting about the new line. Several cavepersons seem to think that anything without tubes in it is an affront to the gods.

 

[jeff7bass]

Playing starts around 5:30, sheesh this is why I don’t watch demo videos all that often. Less talking, more playing

Gotta crank up the volume also. My Hartke HD25 (8" combo) can be cranked up 3 quarters with the bass at 3 quarters and no racket.

 

[JimmyM]

You should read some of the comments in Ampeg's Facebook posting about the new line. Several cavepersons seem to think that anything without tubes in it is an affront to the gods.

People will whine about anything you do no matter who you are and what you do. I think I misunderstood your original post, though. That'll learn me to post on here while I'm on break from work However, I believe they came out with them first (well, second) because combos are the best selling amps on the market these days by far and they want more market share.