Personally, I would wait until the 17th and get the new v3 200. But I never buy used electronics as a rule, so take that for what it's worth.
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Personally, I would wait until the 17th and get the new v3 200. But I never buy used electronics as a rule, so take that for what it's worth.
That's a tough call, IMO.
I don't like the quacky treble on most of the V2 Rumbles, and the 3-band EQ doesn't play nicely with my 5-string basses. Also, my aging back can't handle weight of the V2's, so I'm a V3-only kind of guy.
Still, lots of people love the V2's, and the power difference is close to double. On paper at least, there's a reasonable chance that the 350 would play louder. And I noticed that you sometimes play in hard rock bands...
I would advise you to play through both and decide which one you like best. I own a Rumble 350 head and I really like the fully parametric/sweepable midrange tone controls. V2 & V3 Bass and Treble controls are identical. I see used Rumble 350 combos listed on Guitar Center's website at $300 so that's $100 less than a new Rumble 200 combo. I think the used Rumble 350 combo that is available to you is overpriced.
When I listen to the various videos of the Rumble 200 I am blown away by how good the new Eminence 15" woofer sounds. It is exceedingly smooth and rich. The new V3 Rumbles are much more tube like in overall sound quality than the V2's. The new Vintage tone shaping filter is totally killer. Likewise the V3's Overdrive has been modified to be more tube like in tonality. I would love to have a Rumble 200 combo myself.
Keep in mind there's a 30 pound (13.6 kg) difference in the weight of those units. I have the v2 350 combo, and I love the EQ section with sweepable mid, but to me, it's less than convenient to haul, even as a 210 combo. I'm about to start a custom build of a pair of 1-12 cabinets, and I'm narrowing my choices of 500 w heads to use with that setup. Right now, it's down to the Aguilar Tone Hammer for the big money, or the new Rumble 500. I'm wanting to learn more about the power sections of both heads.
Anyway, consider the size and weight, too. The v2 350 combo is a great unit, but the new stuff is delivering more bang per kilo than ever.
Question for you guys. As far as the warranty on the new Fenders, do we need to send in something for the warranty or how does that work. I can't seem to find the paper work for my Rumble 500, I have the paper work for my 1-15" cab but doesn't say anything about the warranty.. Any info would be much appreciated..
Think I found my answer....From the Fender website
Your original sales receipt is your verification of proof and date of purchase for validation of warranty claims. Please retain your sales receipt for the term length of the warranty of the product. In the event that you have a claim for warranty service, this receipt must be presented at the time of service for appropriate consideration.
Your original sales receipt is your verification of proof and date of purchase for validation of warranty claims. Please retain your sales receipt for the term length of the warranty of the product. In the event that you have a claim for warranty service, this receipt must be presented at the time of service for appropriate consideration.
The Eminence drivers in the Rumble 100; 200, and 500 along with Rumble 115 and 410 cabinets are clearly superior. They most definately rate among the very best ceramic magnet driven woofers that I have ever heard, and I have heard a lot.
Hello all. As our band plays in many different venues weekend to weekend my Genz Benz Shuttle 9 and Uber 4x10 were purely overkill in many places.
Now I use this for the smaller venues....it's just wow !!!!! The fold flat table I found for $12 is perfect.
Oh Yeah! Welcome to the Fender Rumble Club, pinz! You are member #255 
Rumbles Rock! 
You Got It!
Welcome to the Fender Rumble Club, Awesome Sauce! You are member #256 
Rumbles Rule!
While I'm at it, I'd like to welcome TitaniumRx to the Fender Rumble Club. He doesn't own a Rumble yet, but his positive posts and desire is enough for me. You are member #257
Rumble On!
Rumble On! 
While I'm at it, I'd like to welcome TitaniumRx to the Fender Rumble Club. He doesn't own a Rumble yet, but his positive posts and desire is enough for me. You are member #257
WOOW!!!!!
Thanks Linnin,really appreciate!!!!!
You are quite welcome TitaniunRx, if anyone deserves it, you do.WOOW!!!!!
Thanks Linnin,really appreciate!!!!!
I am sure there is an answer somewhere but my google-fu is not coming through for me. I have looked at the suggested eq settings for the rumble 150/350 manual but my rumble seems to "rumble" on an E. More of a fart unless the gain is below half, but mostly on the E and its octaves. Less so on other notes. I play finger style, no pick. It is like there is something loose inside and vibrating badly at that frequency. Is this an eq issue or is there something wrong that I need to open it up? It is a Rumble 150 that is several years old but has only been occasionally played in my livingroom, never gigged out. I hadn't really noticed it before because I am usually on headphones or low volume since I am practicing after the kids are asleep. Any suggestions?
That is very uncharacteristic of any Fender Rumble. I'd pull the woofer. If you are not adverse to properly lining the cab, I'd do so. Then carefully retorque the woofer in a star pattern tightening the screws gradually and evenly. Even if you don't line, pull; reseat, and retourque the woofer.
