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Buying a GK Backline 600.

Discussion in 'Amps and Cabs [BG]' started by iceshaft07, Jul 29, 2009.

  1. Jul 29, 2009 #1
    iceshaft07

    iceshaft07

    Mar 4, 2007
    So about a year ago, you guys recommended that rather than getting a combo amp that I get a GK Backline 600 with two 8 Ohm Avatar SB 112s. I just got my SB 112 in the mail today. But now I need my head.

    Everywhere I have looked shows that these run for $299. The shop I am going to has them in stock for the same price. I was wondering if I should try to talk them down or just pay the $299. I I should try to talk them down, how much should I talk them down?
     
  2. Jul 29, 2009 #2
    Floridabwoy

    Floridabwoy

    Sep 18, 2008
    Jacksonville, Fl
    I got mine to use as a backup amp on craigslist for $100. It works great. I actually use it a lot. If was going to spend $300 on a solid state amp right now. I would probably look for a used Ampeg B2-R. Thats just me though.
     
  3. Jul 29, 2009 #3
    BassmanPaul

    BassmanPaul Inactive

    Aug 25, 2007
    Scarborough Ontario Canada
    You were advised to get two cabs but you only got one?

    Paul
     
  4. Jul 29, 2009 #4
    rpsands

    rpsands

    Jul 6, 2007
  5. Jul 29, 2009 #5
    pmcd

    pmcd

    Feb 22, 2006
    Denver,CO
    No harm in trying to talk them down. Offer them $225 and see what they say. They can't throw you out for offering.

    As far as used, you can definitely find them dirt cheap, but IMO it is worth buying a new one. GK has a stellar rep as far as customer service, and as the original owner your butt would be covered.
     
  6. Jul 29, 2009 #6
    iceshaft07

    iceshaft07

    Mar 4, 2007
    Well, 2 avatars, but they said the second could be added over time :)
     
  7. Jul 29, 2009 #7
    bluewine

    bluewine Inactive

    Sep 4, 2008
    WI
    I got mine new for 225.oo at a local dealer
     
  8. Jul 29, 2009 #8
    Pilgrim

    Pilgrim Supporting Member

    Jul 8, 2004
    Fort Collins, Colorado
    There are two 600's on Ebay right now at $51 and $99. Consider that.