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Don’t be sorry. My lady certainly enjoyed it!
Howdy!
So forgive what will undoubtedly be an entry-level, roundabout, lotta questions post, but I could use some advice.
I recently returned to playing after a *cough* 17 year hiatus. Playing in a band now, basically a power trio doing kinda power pop to harder melodic rock, though we may add someone for high vocals and sparing instrumentation (if we find the right person).
My rig is a Music Man HD 150 paired with an EV 15 cab (the cabinet is a beast). I am a plug-and-play kinda player, plus I sing lead and backups, and I really haven't played much with all the newer tech.
I get a lot of compliments on my sound, to which I can only shrug and say "thanks!" because yeah, I just plug it in and play.
The rig is heavy of course. And I feel like a backup amp would be a good idea -- the Music Man was recapped by the guitarist, who is also a bit of a gear head and builds amps for fun. Some of the tubes are getting, well, old! But I love the way it sounds. It's warm and tubes and all but still very focused and it's definitely loud enough for what we do.
We have a nice little rehearsal studio courtesy of said gear-head guitarist, which he'd equipped with a Rumbler 500c. I've never really been able to get it to sound the way I'd like -- kinda woofy and not focused -- but I realize after skimming through, oh, about 100 pages of this thread that there are all kinds of things I haven't tried that might improve it. The guitarist also thinks, and I tend to agree, that this Rumbler is kinda overkill for a small rehearsal space.
For whatever reason, I'm drawn to the idea of the 200c. I haven't played one or anything I just like the idea. Maybe because it's a 15? Maybe because I haven't been so thrilled with the 500c? It definitely seems to be popular in these parts.
I'm wondering, given that I love the sound of my Music Man + EV 15, if you all think the 500c or the 200c would be a better match for me.
So forgive what will undoubtedly be an entry-level, roundabout, lotta questions post, but I could use some advice.
I recently returned to playing after a *cough* 17 year hiatus. Playing in a band now, basically a power trio doing kinda power pop to harder melodic rock, though we may add someone for high vocals and sparing instrumentation (if we find the right person).
My rig is a Music Man HD 150 paired with an EV 15 cab (the cabinet is a beast). I am a plug-and-play kinda player, plus I sing lead and backups, and I really haven't played much with all the newer tech.
I get a lot of compliments on my sound, to which I can only shrug and say "thanks!" because yeah, I just plug it in and play.
The rig is heavy of course. And I feel like a backup amp would be a good idea -- the Music Man was recapped by the guitarist, who is also a bit of a gear head and builds amps for fun. Some of the tubes are getting, well, old! But I love the way it sounds. It's warm and tubes and all but still very focused and it's definitely loud enough for what we do.
We have a nice little rehearsal studio courtesy of said gear-head guitarist, which he'd equipped with a Rumbler 500c. I've never really been able to get it to sound the way I'd like -- kinda woofy and not focused -- but I realize after skimming through, oh, about 100 pages of this thread that there are all kinds of things I haven't tried that might improve it. The guitarist also thinks, and I tend to agree, that this Rumbler is kinda overkill for a small rehearsal space.
For whatever reason, I'm drawn to the idea of the 200c. I haven't played one or anything
I just like the idea. Maybe because it's a 15? Maybe because I haven't been so thrilled with the 500c? It definitely seems to be popular in these parts. I'm wondering, given that I love the sound of my Music Man + EV 15, if you all think the 500c or the 200c would be a better match for me.
You've already seen a 'shipload' of love for the 200c. I love mine for its sound and portability. Take a look at the Rumble Club Wiki page Tone pool section-it'll give you some ideas about settings. 'Course those hafta get tweaked every time you go to different venue but it's a good starting point.Howdy!
So forgive what will undoubtedly be an entry-level, roundabout, lotta questions post, but I could use some advice.
I recently returned to playing after a *cough* 17 year hiatus. Playing in a band now, basically a power trio doing kinda power pop to harder melodic rock, though we may add someone for high vocals and sparing instrumentation (if we find the right person).
My rig is a Music Man HD 150 paired with an EV 15 cab (the cabinet is a beast). I am a plug-and-play kinda player, plus I sing lead and backups, and I really haven't played much with all the newer tech.
I get a lot of compliments on my sound, to which I can only shrug and say "thanks!" because yeah, I just plug it in and play.
The rig is heavy of course. And I feel like a backup amp would be a good idea -- the Music Man was recapped by the guitarist, who is also a bit of a gear head and builds amps for fun. Some of the tubes are getting, well, old! But I love the way it sounds. It's warm and tubes and all but still very focused and it's definitely loud enough for what we do.
We have a nice little rehearsal studio courtesy of said gear-head guitarist, which he'd equipped with a Rumbler 500c. I've never really been able to get it to sound the way I'd like -- kinda woofy and not focused -- but I realize after skimming through, oh, about 100 pages of this thread that there are all kinds of things I haven't tried that might improve it. The guitarist also thinks, and I tend to agree, that this Rumbler is kinda overkill for a small rehearsal space.
For whatever reason, I'm drawn to the idea of the 200c. I haven't played one or anything
I'm wondering, given that I love the sound of my Music Man + EV 15, if you all think the 500c or the 200c would be a better match for me.
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Welcome back to the lowend!Howdy!
So forgive what will undoubtedly be an entry-level, roundabout, lotta questions post, but I could use some advice.
I recently returned to playing after a *cough* 17 year hiatus. Playing in a band now, basically a power trio doing kinda power pop to harder melodic rock, though we may add someone for high vocals and sparing instrumentation (if we find the right person).
My rig is a Music Man HD 150 paired with an EV 15 cab (the cabinet is a beast). I am a plug-and-play kinda player, plus I sing lead and backups, and I really haven't played much with all the newer tech.
I get a lot of compliments on my sound, to which I can only shrug and say "thanks!" because yeah, I just plug it in and play.
The rig is heavy of course. And I feel like a backup amp would be a good idea -- the Music Man was recapped by the guitarist, who is also a bit of a gear head and builds amps for fun. Some of the tubes are getting, well, old! But I love the way it sounds. It's warm and tubes and all but still very focused and it's definitely loud enough for what we do.
We have a nice little rehearsal studio courtesy of said gear-head guitarist, which he'd equipped with a Rumbler 500c. I've never really been able to get it to sound the way I'd like -- kinda woofy and not focused -- but I realize after skimming through, oh, about 100 pages of this thread that there are all kinds of things I haven't tried that might improve it. The guitarist also thinks, and I tend to agree, that this Rumbler is kinda overkill for a small rehearsal space.
For whatever reason, I'm drawn to the idea of the 200c. I haven't played one or anything
I'm wondering, given that I love the sound of my Music Man + EV 15, if you all think the 500c or the 200c would be a better match for me.
For the Rumble 500, try cutting the bass a bit. You might consider an adjustable High Pass Filter to get rid of the woofyness and get it more focused. Check out the HPF LPF mega thread for more info.
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First off let me say welcome to TB and the Fender Rumble Club. There are a heap of Rumble experts who will answer you questions fully and as I only own a 500 Combo plus the Rumble 115 cab I am more biased to that particular rig. so please wait for our resident Fender gurus to check out your query. I'm sure someone like @Linnin would be too pleased to help you. Hang on in there till they show up.Howdy!
So forgive what will undoubtedly be an entry-level, roundabout, lotta questions post, but I could use some advice.
I recently returned to playing after a *cough* 17 year hiatus. Playing in a band now, basically a power trio doing kinda power pop to harder melodic rock, though we may add someone for high vocals and sparing instrumentation (if we find the right person).
My rig is a Music Man HD 150 paired with an EV 15 cab (the cabinet is a beast). I am a plug-and-play kinda player, plus I sing lead and backups, and I really haven't played much with all the newer tech.
I get a lot of compliments on my sound, to which I can only shrug and say "thanks!" because yeah, I just plug it in and play.
The rig is heavy of course. And I feel like a backup amp would be a good idea -- the Music Man was recapped by the guitarist, who is also a bit of a gear head and builds amps for fun. Some of the tubes are getting, well, old! But I love the way it sounds. It's warm and tubes and all but still very focused and it's definitely loud enough for what we do.
We have a nice little rehearsal studio courtesy of said gear-head guitarist, which he'd equipped with a Rumbler 500c. I've never really been able to get it to sound the way I'd like -- kinda woofy and not focused -- but I realize after skimming through, oh, about 100 pages of this thread that there are all kinds of things I haven't tried that might improve it. The guitarist also thinks, and I tend to agree, that this Rumbler is kinda overkill for a small rehearsal space.
For whatever reason, I'm drawn to the idea of the 200c. I haven't played one or anything
I'm wondering, given that I love the sound of my Music Man + EV 15, if you all think the 500c or the 200c would be a better match for me.
EDIT. lol in the time it took to write my post 2 guys have jumped in ahead of me lolll
STUMBO, definitely have done that. Have also found that increasing the gain vs. master volume helps. But there are alllll these controls that I have just ignored to date that I'm going to have to mess with too!
GIFFRO, IDK about getting an extra cab, definitely not at first. Right now what I want is portability and reliability but I hope with a sound that I can live with even if I don't love it as much as my aforementioned Monstro rig.
that I'm going to have to mess with too!GIFFRO, IDK about getting an extra cab, definitely not at first. Right now what I want is portability and reliability but I hope with a sound that I can live with even if I don't love it as much as my aforementioned Monstro rig.
No I wasnt suggesting an extra cab for you...just that I mentioned that I use one which suits my needs...lol Hopefully plenty of responses from members will get your issue sorted out.STUMBO, definitely have done that. Have also found that increasing the gain vs. master volume helps. But there are alllll these controls that I have just ignored to date
GIFFRO, IDK about getting an extra cab, definitely not at first. Right now what I want is portability and reliability but I hope with a sound that I can live with even if I don't love it as much as my aforementioned Monstro rig.
EDIT. that old music man rig would be a valuable piece of gear these days wouldnt it?
The main thing is, most of the bass parts I play are pretty composed so I want to make sure that they have definition (if that makes sense!)
I do know that the Rumble200 gets a heap of love around here so you will get excellent help.
I've found I usually have to run Bass at about 10(o'clock), lo mids 12-2, high mids 2ish, and treble 9-10 almost always with 'vintage' in(on?). Most of the places I play have solid floors. If on a hollow wood stage, that adds a lotta 'boom'. Using a stand to de-couple from the floor helps.(and you can hear yerself better)
Thanks, I have been bookmarking the various stands you all have mentioned! 
I do a jam night now and again and the house amp is a Rumbler...uh...not sure which one but not a lot of power, maybe the 40c? And I never can hear it on stage. Every time I do it I think, "this would be better if I put it up on a chair or something." No reason not to have one of those more portable stands/wedges in my bag.
I do a jam night now and again and the house amp is a Rumbler...uh...not sure which one but not a lot of power, maybe the 40c? And I never can hear it on stage. Every time I do it I think, "this would be better if I put it up on a chair or something." No reason not to have one of those more portable stands/wedges in my bag.
I own 200c and absolutely love it! Very Versatile!Howdy!
So forgive what will undoubtedly be an entry-level, roundabout, lotta questions post, but I could use some advice.
I recently returned to playing after a *cough* 17 year hiatus. Playing in a band now, basically a power trio doing kinda power pop to harder melodic rock, though we may add someone for high vocals and sparing instrumentation (if we find the right person).
My rig is a Music Man HD 150 paired with an EV 15 cab (the cabinet is a beast). I am a plug-and-play kinda player, plus I sing lead and backups, and I really haven't played much with all the newer tech.
I get a lot of compliments on my sound, to which I can only shrug and say "thanks!" because yeah, I just plug it in and play.
The rig is heavy of course. And I feel like a backup amp would be a good idea -- the Music Man was recapped by the guitarist, who is also a bit of a gear head and builds amps for fun. Some of the tubes are getting, well, old! But I love the way it sounds. It's warm and tubes and all but still very focused and it's definitely loud enough for what we do.
We have a nice little rehearsal studio courtesy of said gear-head guitarist, which he'd equipped with a Rumbler 500c. I've never really been able to get it to sound the way I'd like -- kinda woofy and not focused -- but I realize after skimming through, oh, about 100 pages of this thread that there are all kinds of things I haven't tried that might improve it. The guitarist also thinks, and I tend to agree, that this Rumbler is kinda overkill for a small rehearsal space.
For whatever reason, I'm drawn to the idea of the 200c. I haven't played one or anything
I'm wondering, given that I love the sound of my Music Man + EV 15, if you all think the 500c or the 200c would be a better match for me.
Great great amp! I love mine! I even play my Les Paul through it. All my basses sound great through it! I use to tour back in the 70’s with an Ampeg SVT 300 watt tube with 9/10 cab! It’s a Great amp!Howdy!
So forgive what will undoubtedly be an entry-level, roundabout, lotta questions post, but I could use some advice.
I recently returned to playing after a *cough* 17 year hiatus. Playing in a band now, basically a power trio doing kinda power pop to harder melodic rock, though we may add someone for high vocals and sparing instrumentation (if we find the right person).
My rig is a Music Man HD 150 paired with an EV 15 cab (the cabinet is a beast). I am a plug-and-play kinda player, plus I sing lead and backups, and I really haven't played much with all the newer tech.
I get a lot of compliments on my sound, to which I can only shrug and say "thanks!" because yeah, I just plug it in and play.
The rig is heavy of course. And I feel like a backup amp would be a good idea -- the Music Man was recapped by the guitarist, who is also a bit of a gear head and builds amps for fun. Some of the tubes are getting, well, old! But I love the way it sounds. It's warm and tubes and all but still very focused and it's definitely loud enough for what we do.
We have a nice little rehearsal studio courtesy of said gear-head guitarist, which he'd equipped with a Rumbler 500c. I've never really been able to get it to sound the way I'd like -- kinda woofy and not focused -- but I realize after skimming through, oh, about 100 pages of this thread that there are all kinds of things I haven't tried that might improve it. The guitarist also thinks, and I tend to agree, that this Rumbler is kinda overkill for a small rehearsal space.
For whatever reason, I'm drawn to the idea of the 200c. I haven't played one or anything
I'm wondering, given that I love the sound of my Music Man + EV 15, if you all think the 500c or the 200c would be a better match for me.
EatS1stBassist, well given that we are both Jaguar shorty fans...
Hi I just got my first bass amp and it is an ebay used Rumble 60! Need advice on settings for playing a nice, warm jazz sound using a Squier VM, please? Any advice?
Welcome, shoulder! You are in need of lots of info available on the Rumble Club Wiki page linked in my signature. The Rumble TONE POOL list of settings is there for you to try. And there are descriptions of various aspects of your amp in the Rumble Talks, particularly Fender Rumble Overdrive, Adjust Gain, Drive and Level to Taste.
Hope this helps.
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I rushed to get him a number as soon as I saw your post! We haven't had such a number emergency in a long time. But, then I found several irregularities in the numbering system, such as the example below, and our whole Emergency Numbering System (ENS), whereby just anyone can assign a number, fell apart. RATS!
Fortunately, Gravey Davy, Executive Vice President of Numbering, was on hand to handle the situation. Whew! Another number crisis avoided. Thanks Dav!
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Thanks for the replies, will give the settings in the tone pool a look,
couple more questions, does anyone use the tone buttons (Bright, Contour, Vintage) in combination which each other and if so how does it sound?
Also, if wanting a more articulate,defined tone what is better cutting bass or boosting mids ?
I use TI Jazz flats btw
You're welcome. And yes, I have used the bright, contour and vintage buttons in combo. I usually just like using the vintage button for the genre of music I play (rock and blues). The contour button will scoop your mids. However, you can get a multitude of different sounds/tones using those buttons in conjunction with your EQ settings.
For a more articulate/defined tone, I would try boosting the high mids to about 3 o'clock and set the treble at around noon or 1... YMMV. Additionally, make use of your adjustable tweeter rocker switch; 3 settings, including a "defeat" option. The other 2 positions give you an increasingly brighter/snappier tone. Also, if you keep "tweaking" around you will find a bunch of different tones (for different contexts) that will suit your tonal palette. Good luck, have fun, and RUMBLE ON!!!
Welcome to the Fender Rumble Club @Mpcorb. The Rumble 60 is quite a nice first bass amp. This is from the original first generation of Rumbles made from 2003-2009. Your four band EQ tone controls are: Bass = +or- 15Hz centered at 50Hz Low Mids = +or- 15Hz centered at 330Hz High Mids = +or- 15Hz centered at 1.6kHz and Treble = +or- 15Hz centered at 8kHz. From the very beginning Fender Rumbles were designed to sound good with all controls at 12 o'clock high for the tone challenged. So start there and be sure to experiment. It is also fun to take a flying leap into the Fender Rumble Tone Pool. Here's a link to your owner's manual:Hi I just got my first bass amp and it is an ebay used Rumble 60! Need advice on settings for playing a nice, warm jazz sound using a Squier VM, please? Any advice?
https://www.fmicassets.com/Damroot/Original/10001/OM_leg_bassamp_Rumble_60.pdf
I have one of those also, mostly for tight spaces, next to my "A" bass.EatS1stBassist, well given that we are both Jaguar shorty fans...
Hello @OtherLisa. I know for a fact that your Music Man+EV15 rig is perfect for iconic rock. For a lightweight cost effective alternative, the Fender Rumble 200 1x15 combo is your huckleberry. The V3 front end is very versatile and requires some experimentation. The Fender Rumble Tone Pool is your friend.
I had a friend with an EV 15 cab, and as I recall it was 8 ohms. If yours is also 8 ohms, you can set your Rumble 200 on top and also drive the EV too. They should sound pretty good together and double the volume of air being moved plus you'll enjoy much increased dispersion especially throughout the all important midrange.
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Whether it's buttons or boost/cut, whatever you set up at home will be different at each gig.
