Ampeg V4B or svt 3 pro?

[Alexander]

V4B - zero comparison in my opinion

 

[Joe Ty]

V4B easily gets my vote. With that being said, bear in mind that the 410HLF is voiced for very low bass response, and that low response requires more work from your head. You'll want to look into a more efficient cab to really get the best out of the 100 tube watts. You'll sacrifice power and clean headroom with that cab.

That's my understanding, I could be spreading misinformation - so if someone understands the science better than I do, please break it down.

What do you think of pairing it with a PF 115HE. I'm trying to keep the cab to around 45 lbs or less. Also, any thoughts of pairing it with the Mesa Subway 115'or any other neodymium cabinets.

 

[morgan138]

If you don't mind your low end getting overdriven when you push the amp hard, I'd go V-4b all the way. Much better-sounding than a 3pro as long as you don't need a ton of clean headroom.

 

[JimmyM]

What do you think of pairing it with a PF 115HE. I'm trying to keep the cab to around 45 lbs or less. Also, any thoughts of pairing it with the Mesa Subway 115'or any other neodymium cabinets.

If you like the big lows of the 410hlf, I think you'll like the PF115HE, too.

 

[Dp1363]

Hey fellow rhythm dealers!! I have a crack at an Ampeg V4B reissue, 100w all tube! I use an ampeg SVT 410HLF Classic (4 ohms). I play in a punk-ish type of band with a drummer and two guitars. Guitarists use an Orange Tiny Terror and orange 2x12, and a 50w Rockerverb mkiii 2x12 combo. Wondering if the V4B with mentioned 4x10 will keep up or if an svt 3 pro is better.

Any input would be GREATLY appreciated!!
Also feel free to give us a listen...

I would go V4B any day. Best tone I ever got out of an amp.

 

[Bass 45]

V4B easily gets my vote. With that being said, bear in mind that the 410HLF is voiced for very low bass response, and that low response requires more work from your head. You'll want to look into a more efficient cab to really get the best out of the 100 tube watts. You'll sacrifice power and clean headroom with that cab.

That's my understanding, I could be spreading misinformation - so if someone understands the science better than I do, please break it down.

I did a lot of gigs with a V4B and a Heritage 410HLF. I thought it was a great combination because you could cut the bass on the amp - and there was still a lot of low end due to the design of the speaker cab - so the amp did NOT have to work as hard to produce the low end.

 

[tbird46553]

I've got one of each. I'm very pleased with both. Slightly different tone-wise but great sounding none the less. I think it comes down to look and physical use. Weight against "HOW COOL IS THAT VINTAGE V4B!!!!

 

[rodl2005]

V4B!
With 2 115s (Fender Bassman Pro Neo cabs ) it gets very loud.

 

[NKBassman]

I'd go for the V4b because t00bs, but there are days I miss my old 3PRO. It was a solid reliable workhorse of an amp with versatile controls and great tone.

 

[jdubbass38]

Ampeg v4b, tone for days!

 

[krkozbassman]

V4B - all the way! I used to have a 3-pro - great but not the same - all tubes are way better!!!