Honestly, I have absolutely no idea how the Meteoro amps fare against the Fenders, Hartkes, Ampegs, Peaveys, etc. I guess it can't hurt to try them out, but honestly, I'm really not expecting much.
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I used to own a combo by Meteoro many years ago and, if i recall correctly, it sounded good!
I was taking a look at the Rumble Studio 40 and LT25 last week, seems like a pretty fun amp with all the digital tones, connectivity, built-in audio interface, etc... Honestly, those features just seemed kind of gimmicky to me, but for the same price, I could get a much more powerful Rumble 100. On the flip side though, if you're just practicing at home, I guess it makes sense to have an amp with some fun features to play around with.
Now, the Stage 800 really doesn't seem to be worth it at all, I guess a dedicated head/cab setup would make more sense at that price point.
Assuming similar wattage, I would consider speaker size. A 15” speaker is generally my pick, but I like the old Motown style flat-wound thump. Smaller speakers (10 or 12”) tend to be better for slap or that zingy round-wound sound: a “tighter” sound.
Technology has changed over the years though, so hopefully others can chime-in re: speaker-size.
Technology has changed over the years though, so hopefully others can chime-in re: speaker-size.
Can’t go wrong with any Hartke HD series amp, I upgraded my HD 25 to a bigger ampeg combo, which I like, but I kind of wished I would’ve gone with the HD 500.
The Gorilla B30 needs some love.It was my first amp and still works.Just a few of its pros:
1.There’s probably one sitting at your local thrift store.
2.It forces you to play your bass well so you know that’s not the problem.
3.If it’s lost or stolen or you don’t stick with playing(stick with it)you’re only out 25.00.
4.FuNk switch.
1.There’s probably one sitting at your local thrift store.
2.It forces you to play your bass well so you know that’s not the problem.
3.If it’s lost or stolen or you don’t stick with playing(stick with it)you’re only out 25.00.
4.FuNk switch.
If your bass has Jazz style pickups, I recommend an Eden EC 210. Although it clipped if I got really loud, my Fender Jazz sounded excellent through it. Used EC 210s are relatively inexpensive, too.
if not the Eden, 10 inch speakers are a good sound for Jazz pickups, in my opinion.
I had an Orange Crush 100. It was very loud, but a clean sound was elusive.
if not the Eden, 10 inch speakers are a good sound for Jazz pickups, in my opinion.
I had an Orange Crush 100. It was very loud, but a clean sound was elusive.
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If you play for more than a year or two, you'll come to understand just how small 100W is. It seems big to you now because you are just used to a 15W amp, but the moment you start playing with a drummer, 100W will start to feel inadequate.
I'm not saying you shouldn't upgrade now. I think it's a good idea to upgrade, because it sounds to me like your current amp is holding you back. But if you get a combo in the 40W-100W range, just be aware that you're eventually going to have to get another, more powerful amp.
Have a Hartke HD150 (but bought it new, not 2nd hand) & am still happy with it two years on. If you like a 'neutral' sound when tone settings on the combo are set flat Vs the 'colour' some combos add straight out of the box regardless of tone settings, HD75 might be for you.
Just my take obviously but everyone I've ever heard as just sounded not great. They tend to be cheap and loud and honestly most audiences wouldn't notice. But I would not spend My money on them
Borne decididamente não é uma marca a considerar, pra ser um lixo precisava melhorar muito. E amplificador de 15W para contrabaixo não serve pra rigorosamente nada, infelizmente voce jogou R$700 fora.
Staner dá volta em Meteódio, e como te falei, esse modelo BX200 com um falante de 15 resolveria todos seus problemas, tenho amigos baixistas profissionais que atestam que fala muito melhor que Peaveys TNT da vida.
Se voce quer se ater a marcas importadas, acho que não fica muito melhor que isso, especialmente pelo valor:
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Ampeg é um clássico e o padrão em som de baixo; eu tenho um Ampeg BA112, mas o meu é USA (50W contra 75W) desses novos, e o som é sensacional.
edit: pela foto, é o modelo USA/50W. O de 75W tem distorção, que não consta no painel desse...Embora a potencia dele seja marginal pra tocar com banda (precisa de um baterista educado), o timbre é maravilhoso.
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That looks like a real mean amp you got there! I'll take a look around and see if I can hunt one down. Now that you mentioned it, I really hope I don't strain my back too much hauling that thing around...
Also, your fretless P-bass looks amazing!
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Yeah, I think you've got a point. Most of the options I can afford are typically in the sub-100W range, so that's what I'll most likely end up getting, but I'll probably need yet another upgrade further down the line if (when, gotta stay positive!) I join a band.
Fender Rumble 40, gets my vote. More than enough power, light weight and versatile. I bought mine used $100. You won't go wrong.
Not sure if the Canadian made Traynor combo amps are available in Brazil but they have wonderful tone and not boxy sounding like some of the other combos out there. Selection and price in Brazil certainly are huge factors, but if you see a Traynor give one a try!
All of those you listed are great, it comes down if you can test them out and prefer a sound. Though I would say imo the rumble is pretty versatile, I love the 40Watts, I think it's a perfect amount for anyone.
