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Any input on the Line 6 LD15?

woo10

woo10

Feb 22, 2004
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#1
It's the 15 watt, 8 inch speaker, version of the Studio 110. I live in a small apt. and I need something to practice that doesn't get too loud.

I am only a music hobbyist, so my only band mate is my computer's DAW and VST software. I have an Ibanez EDA900 which I think is a great sounding bass with many great tones to offer, and I would like an amp that can make it sound even better but at bedroom volume levels.
Currently I am using my guitar rig :hiding: (a Yamaha DG stomp + Fender practice amp), and the guitar amp leaves a lot to be desired just to put it mildly.

I know this is a frequent topic, I read all the other ones, but I couldn't find any feedback about the LD15. Any opinions are greatly appreciated. Thanks.
 
#4
bassninja7 said:
unless you like your bass sounding like a sick barking dog, id go for a bigger speaker.
my .02
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How much bigger? The problem with bigger speakers, say 10" or 12" is that they come with more power, so they will be much louder. The LD110 comes with 75 watts of power, I'd guess that's too much for bedroom volumes. So, I'll have to keep it like what, under 1 or 2 on the vol. knob.

Something like the Peavey Max 110 (20 watts & 10" speaker) seems ideal, but how versatile is it compared to the LD line?
Reason I am considering mainly the Line 6 line is the fact that you have several amp models to tweak. This is just too good to pass up.
 
#6
Check out that little combo by Roland with the four 6" (I think- maybe smaller?) alumin cone speakers.
It has some effects and a groovy little drum machine (with a tap tempo!) built in.
And it' battery powered!

Sounds OK too IMO.
But it is what it is. A small amp.

I might pick one up maybe for a little bedroom amp myself.
 
#7
The Roland Cube Bass 30 is a nice piece for practice!
30 class D watts, built in amp simulation, effects, and reverb/delay.
1X10 speaker with horn, Feed Forward Processing {eliminates distortion at high volume levels}, headphone jack, cd inputs, and so on.
 
#8
I played the LD15 at GC not long ago and I thought it sounded ok at low volume on the 'clean' setting. Most of the small amps (in that price range) with 8" speakers sound ok until you crank it up above half way. It would be fine for in-home/low volume practicing and I might have bought one myself, but not for $150 retail. The guitar version goes for $99 and I do have one of those (I just love that 'insane' setting).
 
#10
RickenBoogie said:
If you only need it for bedroom playing, why not a headphone amp? Better sound than any 8" combo. Or, go ahead and get a nice sounding amp, and use the volume control. I wouldn't personally own a combo with anything less than a 12" spkr.
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Because I like to practice with my computer as my band, and it will be really tedious to use a mixer. Already the Ibanez bass + the Yamaha DG Stomp produce a wide range of good tones. But once I connect it to the guitar amp...well.

Based on all the feedback I got so far, thanks guys :hyper:, I think I might try these amps:

Acoustic B20
Peavey Max 112
Line 6 Studio 110

The Roland Cube 30 is out of my budget for the moment. So Any other suggestions?
 
#11
I was NOT impressed that little Acoustic AT ALL. The Peavey, although I have no personal experience with that particular model, is probably your best bet (unless you really want the models/effects in the Line 6). I have played the Max 115 and would buy in a heartbeat if I need one.
 
#12
The peavey 112 is 40 watts with 12" speaker while the Line 6 is 75 watts with 10" + amp models + cool effects (the envelope filter could be a lot of fun). So, I don't know, it seems that on paper at least, the Line 6 is the best value. I'll try both during the weekend and tell you what I think.

Thanks again everyone.
 
#15
An update: I got the Peavey!! The MAX 112. I went to Guitar Center today, they only had the floor model which looked brand new to me. Paid $150 (tax included).
The place was really crowded but it sounded very good, very hi-fi, and the EQ was very versatile, and when I tried at home I was even more satisfied.

So thanks everyone on your great advice.
 

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