Best Combo Bass amp.

[SJan3]

You probably won't like AI Combos with the detachable head (not the bracket ones) EA combos, Carvin Combos or even the Walkabout because they have all detachable heads. But I have seen and use those those Genz Benz. You can grab the amp just like a regular combo. I think it makes them more versatile but they are combos no doubt. Plus they solve the heat issue, but on the convenience aspect, they are as good as the traditional combo There is also the Mesa Boogie Buster Combo. Heavy as F. Most owners I know bought a head enclosure instead and moved the amp to it.

I just posted pics of a Markbass combo with detachable head. Did you see it?

 

[Killing Floor]

The combo of a TT800 and 2 2-12 cabs works wonders.

 

[ProbablyTooLoud]

I have a GK MB-212 MkII. Had it for years. Where does it rank? I dont know - Ive never sat in a music store and A/B combos all day...I can tell you that it is Class D/Lightweight and very reliable

+ 1 for this.
Got one and love it.

 

[in tune]

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[Baker69]

I have the Fender Rumble Stage 800 which is a good combo, very powerful and fairly light but I would recommend you go for the Rumble 500 combo as you probably may not want all the built-in amp modelling, effects and Bluetooth/Wi-Fi features.

 

[_Obra_]

Only 33 lbs (14.9 kg), but 400W without ext cab. 800W with ext cab! Killer combo! If You want even lighter, then Italian Carbon Fiber GR Bass.

 

[Rolling Thunder]

I'm partial to my Amped RB-115. You should look at Ampeg's rocket bass amps.

 

[Thegreatzambini]

I have a Gallien Kruger 2x10" combo with a Gallien bass head.
Its a solid amp and works great, but it is heavy.
Any suggestions for a light weight bass combo?
Any suggestions would be appreciated.

Seriously you already have the GK stuff and you know what it sounds like why wouldn’t you check out their lightweight combos rather than listening to 20 people suggesting 20 different brands because that’s what they play?

 

[wiscoaster]

Honestly don't think much of the Fender Rumbles, and I have three of them sitting unused in a storage room. You might look into Ampeg or Acoustic. I have an Acoustic and I thought it was a pretty decent combo, though I've replaced it with an Ultrabass head and a Hartke cab.

 

[Aaron Luke]

The Hartke kickbacks are great if you're on a more budget option. My first bass amp was the 115 (500W) and I have yet to go over 5 volume on it after 7 years or so.

 

[Baker69]

Seriously you already have the GK stuff and you know what it sounds like why wouldn’t you check out their lightweight combos rather than listening to 20 people suggesting 20 different brands because that’s what they play?

You’re quite right, whether it be basses, amps or effects, guys will usually recommend what they personally use, however in my case I have recommended a different combo to what I own.

As you say if the OP is familiar with GK and is happy with the sound and weight/size is the only issue it would make sense initially to check out other GK models.

 

[MrB64]

I have Fender Rumbles, R500 and R40. Lightweight and they sound great. I couldn't be happier.

 

[jpmcbride]

Any suggestions for a light weight bass combo?
Any suggestions would be appreciated.

Fender Rumble - lightweight, affordable, sound great

 

[bucephylus]

I have a Gallien Kruger 2x10" combo with a Gallien bass head.
Its a solid amp and works great, but it is heavy.
Any suggestions for a light weight bass combo?
Any suggestions would be appreciated.

I’m gigging this combo, and can recommend it without reservation.

It is a GK Legacy 112.

The amp has an extremely intelligent design, and is the same circuit used in their stand alone heads. The cabinet and driver are no compromise. It weighs just north of 30 pounds and slams.

Not cheap; but, that’s what you pay for a quality combo.

Hooking up separates isn’t all that complicated; but, there are gigs where every cable and hookup count. I’ve got one gig in particular, for which I have to set up mains, run cabling, and hook up lighting; with the reverse at the end of the night. Believe me, the convenience of the combo matters for those jobs.

 

[Killens84]

I love my Fender Rumble 500 combo. I’ve had it a few years and it has served me extremely well. I also have friend who has a Gallien-Krueger MB210 combo which I think sounds excellent.

 

[tb-player]

I have a Gallien Kruger 2x10" combo with a Gallien bass head.
Its a solid amp and works great, but it is heavy.
Any suggestions for a light weight bass combo?
Any suggestions would be appreciated.

The absolute best. Loud, punchy, deep, lightweight, and doesn't hit you in the back of the legs on a gig.

 

[Rip Van Dan]

Any of the Mesa heads and a Mesa Subway 1x12 or 1x15 is the best combo.

Sounds killer + portable + plenty of power + expandable.

Take it from a guy that owned a few combos -- this is waaaaaaay better than any combo (head and cab in the same box).

This is not up for debate.

I agree with @roller. Getting an amp and cab makes the best combo because it "sounds killer + portable +plenty of power + expandable. Plus it's truly hard to beat Mesa gear.

I have an Eden TN226 class D amp that is only 225-watts. It's perfect for a small venue. I pair it with an Eden EX-112 cab (300-watt rms power handling). Throw the amp in its shoulder bag, my gig bag over the other shoulder, grab my bass in one hand and the handle of the cab on the other and load-in/out is done in one trip. Liked the sound of that compact Eden EX-112 cab so much I bought a second one and used two of them for medium-sized venues. Because I bought them in 4Ω I only had a big class A/B Eden amp (WT-500/800) to drive them. Nothing else I had would handle two 4Ω cabs. Since then I bought a DNA-800 class D amp weighing all of 4.8-lbs that will handle a 2Ω load and that makes a lighter set-up.

I wouldn't recommend buying that TN-226 amp if you are going to use it for anything but small venues. I would recommend the 500-watt version of this Eden amp, the TN-501, for a more versatile lightweight solution if you don't already have other amps that will work. Also buy them in 8Ω. The cabs will handle 300-watts rms. I already had bigger, more powerful amps (class A/B) but was looking for something small and light for this one venue we played on most Friday nights. A friend of mine put his TN-226 for sale at an attractive price and I bought it. Nice lower-powered amp with the same warmth to the sound that my big Eden amp has.

Here's the one I use for small venues:

 

[dave hope]

Live (clubs) I’m Bergantino all the way
But at church to keep the volume down.
I use a Phil Jones 4-5 inch speaker cab.
With a Trace Elliot Elf
It works well

 

[Egg250]

There is no "best". There is only the best that suits your needs and situation. There is always something better but there is alway a trade off. Good luck.

 

[jimmydean]

One more vote for the Fender Rumble 500 , all positives and no cons .