Best 1x15 budget amp?

[n4ptime]

I'm looking to get a 15" combo amp that will not break the bank. I'm looking to spend at most about $350.
I was considering a peavy max and a fender rumble.

Does anyone have any advice or suggestions that I may benefit from.

Thanks fellow bass lovers.

 

[LowLife350]

I really enjoy the 210 version, but I've also heard great things about the Genz Benz Contour 500 115T: Invalid Link Removed

EDIT: The store linked above is generally willing to work deals/discounts if you call or live chat. I think $350 would be possible, and if I remember correctly, shipping is free. Good luck with whatever you choose. The are a lot of good suggestions in this thread.

 

[gary m]

TC Electronic 250. First gen models can be had very cheaply.

 

[Doner Designs]

Acoustic B-100. Lots of bang for the buck.

 

[JimmyM]

I'll throw in the Ampeg BA115 for consideration.

 

[thejumpcat]

Ampeg B100R.

 

[AstroSonic]

Fender Rumble 200. Great tone, plenty loud. Hard to beat in this price range.

 

[Linnin]

Fender Rumble 200. Great tone, plenty loud. Hard to beat in this price range.

+100 Agree with AstroSonic that the Fender Rumble 200 combo is an excellent choice.

 

[Arturo+music]

A 1 x 15", if you mean a separate speaker only cabinet. Go for a bargain - must be some in your locality.
I found a Carlsbro Viper for about £50 in a charity shop a few years ago. Old tech but reliable sound with E.Q.
Plus Viper extra sound effect and a 15" speaker. Just right for small jobs. It does have a volume control so
just right for tiny gigs. Craigs list should cough up something surely.

 

[secretsound5]

Ampeg BA115

 

[The Regulator]

I really enjoy the 210 version, but I've also heard great things about the Genz Benz Contour 500 115T: Invalid Link Removed

EDIT: The store linked above is generally willing to work deals/discounts if you call or live chat. I think $350 would be possible, and if I remember correctly, shipping is free. Good luck with whatever you choose. The are a lot of good suggestions in this thread.

Can't get better than this for the price. 300 watt combo that can go to 500 watts with an extension cab.

 

[two fingers]

Where are you geographically? (roughly) I'm sure there is someone near you on here and TBers tend to be pretty helpful.

Man there are always screaming deals on combo amps where I am and I would call my area pretty much rural.

There are a couple of brands that for whatever reason have horrible resale values. Carvin and Yorkville come to mind. And they both made some pretty stout 1-15 combos over the years.

If you are trying to stick to new, Carvin is running a special where they throw in a free cover and free shipping for this guy. I haven't heard one but their speakers cabs have been pretty good over the years. It's right at the top of your budget but at 250W it has plenty of juice to add an extension cab later if need be.

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In fact they carry a matching cab so if you are able to save up another couple hundred later on you can grow your rig to something pretty flexible pretty quickly.

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[KevInDaBassment]

The new Fender Rumble stuff has been very impressive to me so far. I have two of their 1x15 cabinets and they sound pretty good. The 15" combo should do great, I've played through them a few times at Guitar Center.

 

[Floridabwoy]

Ampeg B100R.

+1

 

[Feral Feline]

A used Traynor Small Block (200w) or the Traynor DynaBlock (400w) could be potential candidates.

Premier Guitar's Review of the Small Block:

Pros:
Light, feature-rich, and powerful for its size.
Cons:
May be too small for large venues. A little pricey.
Tones:

Playability/Ease of Use:

Build/Design:

Value:

Street:
$499
Traynor Amps SB115
traynoramps.com

 

[offhand35]

If you can find a NOS Genz Benz, you may be able to get a great closeout price, as Fender has closed them down.

 

[hsech]

If you don't rule out used, you will find a larger selection.

 

[6jase5]

+1

+2. I paid just about $350 for 2 B100R's and love them to death. A little heavy, but worth it to me.

 

[TomCHunley]

I have an Acoustic B200 and a Carvin MB15. I prefer the Carvin, mainly because it weighs less than half as much as the Acoustic.

 

[iualum]

I really enjoy the 210 version, but I've also heard great things about the Genz Benz Contour 500 115T: Invalid Link Removed

EDIT: The store linked above is generally willing to work deals/discounts if you call or live chat. I think $350 would be possible, and if I remember correctly, shipping is free. Good luck with whatever you choose. The are a lot of good suggestions in this thread.

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