Fender Rumble Club

[bassjam]

Welcome @bassjam! The Rumble 500 2x10 combo is the best selling bass amp in the world and has been for three years running. I've been told it is now the best selling bass combo in history. Never a bad choice.
I happen to like the Rumble 200 combo best because I like the 15" woofer better. Pre-amps are identical and both power sections are ultra-transparent D class ICE Power. The Rumble 100 is best for moderate jams with friends; folk/Americana, or a jazz trio/quartette. If I were gigging regularly in larger venues and $$$ were not an issue: Super Bassman on top of a pair of Bassman 115 Neos.

Thank you brother- I’m pretty sure I’ll be joining the club soon- I’m really impressed with these. I gig every week, but again, this venture is for easy load in a great tone for certain gigs. But I’d like a combo that can handle a pretty good size gig- that’s askin a lot for most combos. All I know- the 500 210 handled a pretty loud gig I did and never broke a sweat.

 

[Flippy]

I've said it before and I'll say it again, the 500 combo is ridiculously loud. If you have PA then all you should care about is the on-stage volume.

 

[eric_B]

I am curious what it is you all liked about the 200 over the 500?? And do you guys think the 200 could handle a decent size gig- we normally have PA support.

One thing to keep in mind is the 200C will put out 140 watt without extension cab and the 500C 350 watt.
That being said, most 200C owners are happily gigging with it although personal demands differ of course.
Some people prefer the sound of a 15" speaker over 2 10"s.

If you liked the sound of the 500C, just go for it (I did).
It handled the gig you did so you know what it can do.
Or compare it with a 200C, if you have the chance.

 

[GonePlaid]

So 3 votes for the 115- interesting. I’m usually not a big fan of 115’s, but one of my all time favorite cabs is the Genz Benz Uber 115- still have one and love it. So for this venture, I have big rig stuff covered, this is really something I want for those not so fun load in’s and rehearsals. But if I like it as much as I did on the blues gig, I’d see myself using it for more. I won’t need an extension cab- if I do a bigger gig, I have plenty of stuff for that.

I am curious what it is you all liked about the 200 over the 500?? And do you guys think the 200 could handle a decent size gig- we normally have PA support.

I, like Linnin, happen to like the sound of the 15. I Really like 2-12s but they don't make that. For sound and ease of load in/out, and the $ difference, the R200c was/is the answer-for me.YMMV

 

[Crazy_Jake]

Thank you brother- I’m pretty sure I’ll be joining the club soon- I’m really impressed with these. I gig every week, but again, this venture is for easy load in a great tone for certain gigs. But I’d like a combo that can handle a pretty good size gig- that’s askin a lot for most combos. All I know- the 500 210 handled a pretty loud gig I did and never broke a sweat.

I have the 500 210 combo and was using it exclusively as my gigging amp - with shows every weekend it got a workout. I play in a 3 piece and for most places we dont need PA support and the rumble has never had any problems keeping up. I dont think I have had it much above half when playing live. Of course now that I have the matching extension speaker so it is just better all around

 

[GregT]

Hey guys- Apologies in advance-Asking for a bit of direction here. I’m pretty sure this has been discussed in this thread, but I couldn’t find it. And 1338 pages was a lot to dig through to try to find what I’m lookin for! So I’m coming to you Rumbler guys and gals.

I’m really interested in a Rumble combo to cover rehearsals and small gigs. I’ve tried several different brands and haven’t been thrilled so far. A couple weeks ago I subbed in on a blues gig and the back line amp was a Rumble 210 combo- I wasn’t thrilled when I saw it and thought I’d struggle to hear myself on this show- drums, 3 guitar players, keys,sax and drums- bass of course. This thing rocked and I left the gig wanting one. The tone was wonderful and plenty of volume. I went to my local music store that carries these and was just as impressed- they did not have the 115 combo to compare.

So if anyone could offer an opinion or direct me where this may have been discussed- Thinking my options are the 200 watt 115 combo or the 500 watt 210 combo. The 112 combo would be nice, but small enough I’d question if it would keep up volume wise. Thanks for any info.

I like the 200 because of the 15 inch speaker. It fills a room in a way I like better than other speakers. Only once did I wish it had more power and that was outside without PA support. It still did fine, I just had to turn it way up. Indoors, I can't turn it up too far because of the great way it just fills a room with lush bass. I also have the 100 which is what I take to a lot of smaller gigs. It would be fine with PA support also. I only run it halfway, at most. If I needed more power, I'd go with the 500, but I don't. If everyone is playing so loud that my 200 won't do it, I don't want to be there anyway. My 200 is plenty loud!!

 

[Linnin]

But I’d like a combo that can handle a pretty good size gig- that’s askin a lot for most combos. All I know- the 500 210 handled a pretty loud gig I did and never broke a sweat.

The Fender Rumble 500 combo isn't most combos. In fact it is the best bass combo ever designed & manufactured. Add a matching Rumble 210 cabinet for a Fabulous Fender Rumble Stack of Massive Bass Power Unparalleled in the known universe today!

 

[Linnin]

I like the 200 because of the 15 inch speaker. It fills a room in a way I like better than other speakers.

Preach it brother @GregT!

My 200 is plenty loud!!

Put it on top of a Rumble 115 and get plenty louder!
Rumbles Rock!

 

[GonePlaid]

Preach it brother @GregT!

Put it on top of a Rumble 115 and get plenty louder!
Rumbles Rock!

Mine's on top of a R112. Louder? Sure but fuller which is what I was going for.

 

[Linnin]

So 3 votes for the 115- interesting. I’m usually not a big fan of 115’s, but one of my all time favorite cabs is the Genz Benz Uber 115- still have one and love it.

WOOT! Put a Rumble 500 or 200 combo on top of that puppy and stand back, 'cause you might get hurt. drool

I am curious what it is you all liked about the 200 over the 500?? And do you guys think the 200 could handle a decent size gig- we normally have PA support.

How much stage volume do you need?

 

[GonePlaid]

WOOT! Put a Rumble 500 or 200 combo on top of that puppy and stand back, 'cause you might get hurt. drool

How much stage volume do you need?

With the line out, as long as I can hear myself I don't need a wall of cabs behind me. Now, if someone else wants to lug them in for me............

 

[bassjam]

One thing to keep in mind is the 200C will put out 140 watt without extension cab and the 500C 350 watt.
That being said, most 200C owners are happily gigging with it although personal demands differ of course.
Some people prefer the sound of a 15" speaker over 2 10"s.

If you liked the sound of the 500C, just go for it (I did).
It handled the gig you did so you know what it can do.
Or compare it with a 200C, if you have the chance.

That all makes perfect sense- Reading up on gear I did find the specs without an extension cab. I really liked the 500. The music shop did not have a 200 to compare to, so I came here to you guys! I appreciate you chiming in!

 

[Linnin]

* Buy Them All *
Rumble On!

 

[bassjam]

I, like Linnin, happen to like the sound of the 15. I Really like 2-12s but they don't make that. For sound and ease of load in/out, and the $ difference, the R200c was/is the answer-for me.YMMV

Yeah, I’ve been playing 12’s for a while now so I haven’t been partial to 10’s or 15’s. And really I’d kind of given up on the combo thing- I actually have a nice small rig. But over the years I’d just wished I had a nice combo to walk in plug and play. Thanks for the reply!

 

[bassjam]

I have the 500 210 combo and was using it exclusively as my gigging amp - with shows every weekend it got a workout. I play in a 3 piece and for most places we dont need PA support and the rumble has never had any problems keeping up. I dont think I have had it much above half when playing live. Of course now that I have the matching extension speaker so it is just better all around

I do a lot of trio and 4 piece work- so I’m in a similar situation, though almost every gig I’ve done recently had had PA support! But good to know. Thanks for the info.

 

[bassjam]

I like the 200 because of the 15 inch speaker. It fills a room in a way I like better than other speakers. Only once did I wish it had more power and that was outside without PA support. It still did fine, I just had to turn it way up. Indoors, I can't turn it up too far because of the great way it just fills a room with lush bass. I also have the 100 which is what I take to a lot of smaller gigs. It would be fine with PA support also. I only run it halfway, at most. If I needed more power, I'd go with the 500, but I don't. If everyone is playing so loud that my 200 won't do it, I don't want to be there anyway. My 200 is plenty loud!!

Perfect, thanks. And , I’ve always liked the way 15’s fill the room, mainly the stage. Just seems to have a little more foundation. And we aren’t crazy loud, but you know how it is- it’s nice to have it when you do need it.

 

[bassjam]

The Fender Rumble 500 combo isn't most combos. In fact it is the best bass combo ever designed & manufactured. Add a matching Rumble 210 cabinet for a Fabulous Fender Rumble Stack of Massive Bass Power Unparalleled in the known universe today!

Haha could be the best ever! Ive only had one run at it and it was great. I was off the combo hunt really- but seriously, left the gig and thought I had to have one! Lol

 

[bassjam]

WOOT! Put a Rumble 500 or 200 combo on top of that puppy and stand back, 'cause you might get hurt. drool

How much stage volume do you need?

We aren’t crazy loud- my main band is 4 piece- bass, drums, guitar, and keys. Not near as loud as my younger days! For big shows I have a big rig- but it’s more than I want to lug around all the time. But I do a lot of sub work too- so a lightweight combo would be perfect for some of that

 

[eudaimonia]

Another 15” lover here. I’m using 500/200 head with one or two 115s. Can’t think anything better.

 

[stingray69]

Nothing beats an A/B comparison (if possible) to see & hear which configuration really speaks to you.

I used to play only 10's in years past, but I've come to realize that a well chosen & well implemented 15" driver is a thing of beauty that not every cab company does well.

The Fender Rumble 200 is one of those examples of a well done design - lots of low end muscle, excellent midrange definition and still retains clarity. I'm thrilled with the tone of my 200 combo!

Honestly though, you cannot go wrong with ANY Fender Rumble you end up choosing.