Fender Rumble Club

[Rhubarbcrumble]

I don't know either, just posing a possibility.

Thanks, you’re quite right of course. A distinct possibility. I’ve heard it said that these ivory-coloured knobs on some of the early-manufactured Rumbles, like mine, were prone to yellowing and becoming sticky over time. What’s interesting is that the three tone push buttons (bright, contour and vintage) and the overdrive engage push button on my amp have not deteriorated in the same way as the rotary pot knobs have and still look pristine. I’m wondering if Fender maybe changed the knob material at some stage, realising the problem, to eradicate it.

 

[Linnin]

Thanks, you’re quite right of course. A distinct possibility. I’ve heard it said that these ivory-coloured knobs on some of the early-manufactured Rumbles, like mine, were prone to yellowing and becoming sticky over time. What’s interesting is that the three tone push buttons (bright, contour and vintage) and the overdrive engage push button on my amp have not deteriorated in the same way as the rotary pot knobs have and still look pristine. I’m wondering if Fender maybe changed the knob material at some stage, realising the problem, to eradicate it.

just ask Fender for a new set of knobs.

 

[TheDialog]

I have 2 rumble 115 cabs and either the rumble 500 head or a ashdown ctm 100 to go on top. sounds great with either amp, although the ctm 100 has more of a growl to it!

Have a pic with the 500 on top of two cabs side by side?

 

[TheDialog]

Someone did build one some time back that looked pretty cool. There are pics in the thread. You might also try browsing the Wiki pages. @G-Dog would know for sure.

Would love to see some options.

 

[Kipp Harrington]

I think Ampeg was the iconic bass amp back in the day and was top shelf. Today, I think Ampeg’s products are nothing near what they were. Reliability issues and so-so customer service. No thanks. If you’re going solid state, you just can’t beat Rumbles for reliability, tone and value.

Some people complain that the Rumbles can’t nail that “modern” tone. Okay, I get it. I think anyone can get some type of “modern” tone by EQuing the amp and/or bass controls. Strings, pups, etc. can help you achieve that also. However, it doesn’t matter that much to me because I’m an old fart, classic rock fan, and I’m in love with my Rumble 500 head and 115 and 410 cabs.
Rumble on!!!

 

[Raymundo49]

Have a pic with the 500 on top of two cabs side by side?

Go back to page 1647, you can see what I posted on Fender Friday!

 

[Linnin]

If you’re going solid state, you just can’t beat Rumbles for reliability, tone and value.

I’m in love with my Rumble 500 head and 115 and 410 cabs.
Rumble on!!!

^^^As it is written, so shall it be heard^^^ Rumbles Rule!

 

[Kipp Harrington]

Nice to hear someone else remark about those as well! I had to replace the knobs on my 500 head twice. I finally went with these:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01MFBQIKZ/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o03__o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Do the original 500 head knobs have a set screw?

 

[G-Dog]

Would love to see some options.

Did you miss my post? Or are you looking for something you can buy? If so, I think you're on your DIY own.

You mean something like this?

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Fender Rumble Club​

And, YES, there are some who play the 500 head with two 115 cabs. They're great!

 

[bdplaid]

Do the original 500 head knobs have a set screw?

No. And when they get sticky are a PITA to get off.

 

[Kipp Harrington]

No. And when they get sticky are a PITA to get off.

So... do you think it would be a good idea for me to order some of the ones you got? My Rumble head is only about 8 months old.

 

[Raymundo49]

As it is heard, so it shall be felt!

 

[GonePlaid]

No. And when they get sticky are a PITA to get off.

Yeah, but if you're replacing them you don't care if you destroy them with pliers.

 

[Rhubarbcrumble]

just ask Fender for a new set of knobs.

Already done. Waiting to hear back from them.

 

[Kipp Harrington]

No. And when they get sticky are a PITA to get off.

Would you post a pic of how these new knobs look on your Rumble, please? Thanks!

 

[JakobT]

Some people complain that the Rumbles can’t nail that “modern” tone. Okay, I get it. I think anyone can get some type of “modern” tone by EQuing the amp and/or bass controls. Strings, pups, etc. can help you achieve that also. However, it doesn’t matter that much to me because I’m an old fart, classic rock fan, and I’m in love with my Rumble 500 head and 115 and 410 cabs.
Rumble on!!!

This is what I have trouble understanding. I'm not wild about the "modern" tone myself, but if I did want one, my Rumbles can provide a tone so trebly and "modern" it would set my teeth on edge. It's a simple matter of EQ.

 

[JakobT]

No. And when they get sticky are a PITA to get off.

Use one of these.

 

[GonePlaid]

Use one of these.
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Cool! Available at Walmart?

 

[Kipp Harrington]

Use one of these.
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What the heck is that thing called and where can we get one? Thanks!

 

[JakobT]

Cool! Available at Walmart?

As I’m not familiar with the selection available at Wal-Mart, it’s kind of hard to say, but at a guess I shouldn’t think so.

Another solution would be something homemade. I should think a workable solution could be made from an old plastic card. Something like a two-pronged fork with a groove in the middle wide enough for the pot shaft and thin enough to slide underneath the knob.