You can add a 1-15 extension cab to a Rumble 200 V3 combo and it stacks quite nicely with the Combo on it's side:
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You can add a 1-15 extension cab to a Rumble 200 V3 combo and it stacks quite nicely with the Combo on it's side:
You just repositioned the logo on the Combo to suit didnt you SR
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. Oh, and I also put a black faced logo on the Combo to match the Cab!
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Man!!! That was helpful!!! Thanks, guys!!! Now I know. @SoulReflection Dude, that is beyond clever. I think that is my best option.
Now, how do I get a number? Consider this as a request, please.
Loll yep..I bought 2 metal ones as well..look great now..all mixed and matched like bridesmaids lollSush...don't tell anyone
Hey guys. Another member has the FR500 which he sometimes pairs with the 115 cabinet. I am looking to upgrade from my Ampeg BA115 so when we play larger venues I don't have to rely on someone else's amp. I would think the FR500 would, by itself to be enough play gigs in smaller wine bar/restaurant bar venues but adding a 15" would give me a bit more when playing outside (a couple of places we play are outside). I have looked at other combo amps but don't pair with additional cabinets. I like to think modular. The FR500 is light and more than enough for our practices. But adding either the FR115 or FR210 cabinet can give me a bit more when playing outside, and I can keep that at home and only bring it when I need it.
I really like the weight of the FR500, about 10 pounds lighter than my BA115. Lighter is good as I am no longer considered a youngster.
I do like to have a deeper sound, not a shredder, I'm more melodic. I do provide background vocals so I do have to keep things a bit more simple. Will the FR500 give me that alone? Would you pair it with the 115 cabinet or the 210? I will probably head up to Guitar Center to check it out in person, but that doesn't really give me a real world experience.
This is probably not the best thread to be on for an unbiased opinion of the Fender but what the hell, right?
P.S. When I played a gig Friday I was using the second band's bass amp. He set it up but the head and top speaker toppled over on our second song. I will attest that I didn't set it up but I don't want to be responsible for damaging someone else's gear. Plus, I prefer playing something that I practice on. Oh, we didn't miss a beat when the thing came crashing down. It still played and, while I heard it fall, I didn't know what had happened until after the song was over.
I really like the weight of the FR500, about 10 pounds lighter than my BA115. Lighter is good as I am no longer considered a youngster.
I do like to have a deeper sound, not a shredder, I'm more melodic. I do provide background vocals so I do have to keep things a bit more simple. Will the FR500 give me that alone? Would you pair it with the 115 cabinet or the 210? I will probably head up to Guitar Center to check it out in person, but that doesn't really give me a real world experience.
This is probably not the best thread to be on for an unbiased opinion of the Fender but what the hell, right?
P.S. When I played a gig Friday I was using the second band's bass amp. He set it up but the head and top speaker toppled over on our second song. I will attest that I didn't set it up but I don't want to be responsible for damaging someone else's gear. Plus, I prefer playing something that I practice on. Oh, we didn't miss a beat when the thing came crashing down. It still played and, while I heard it fall, I didn't know what had happened until after the song was over.
Our band does 'classic rock'(whatever that really is), some country, some easy listening/dinner music. I prefer a mellow, rich, full sound. Love my 200c-and 112 cab when needed. Lotta people prefer the 2x10 of the 500c. Ya pays yer money and ya takes yer choice.
The R500c will, indeed, give you the deeper sound you seek, though many Rumblers here prefer the 15" driver in the R200c. Personally, I've not heard a big difference in tones between different Rumble speaker sizes but, others do.
It seems to me that most Rumblers, with occasional exceptions, prefer the cab with the same speaker(s) as their combo. R500c with 210 and R200c with 115. Although some R200c owners prefer the 210 because it's cabinet matches the combo, and the 115 is bigger.
At any rate, all Rumbles are designed to play well together so, you can't really go wrong either way. And a GC trial between the 200 & 500 combos and/or the 115 & 210 cabs should tell you if you hear a significant difference, or if you can just choose the cab size you prefer.
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I'm sorry, your post reads like you're already sold on Rumbles. And I didn't see any request to compare, or recommend, anything else.
Disclaimer: Some Rumbles do occasionally have technical problems, and some owners either change their minds or tire of the sound and switch off. But Fender's warranty has proven to be quite reliable, when needed, and Rumbles hold a very good resale value, if needed. Usually a very safe venture to try 'em out for yourself.
Just my 2¢.
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Hey, Rumblers!
Another question for you:
Is there a good stand that will hold a Rumble 115 cab and a head that would allow me to get a tiltback option going on?
I want to get the amp off the ground and angle it up towards my face.
Is this just impossible due to the risk of the head falling off once it's tilted?
Or do you put the cab on the stand and the head somewhere else?
If so, where do you put the head?
Another question for you:
Is there a good stand that will hold a Rumble 115 cab and a head that would allow me to get a tiltback option going on?
I want to get the amp off the ground and angle it up towards my face.
Is this just impossible due to the risk of the head falling off once it's tilted?
Or do you put the cab on the stand and the head somewhere else?
If so, where do you put the head?
If you have a Rumble head on a Rumble cab they have magnetic interlocks and that sucker WON'T slide anywhere.
Thank you!
Any suggestions for stands or will any good amp stand do?
I have one of these:
https://www.sweetwater.com/store/detail/GFWGTRAMP--gator-gfw-gtr-amp-combo-amp-stand
Also, what about different brand heads?
I’m going to keep my R350h, but have thought about trying a different brand for a backup and to have two different options.
Is the tilt back position even going to make that much difference?
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Head thing is not a problem. Rumbles have a magnetic connector that hold the head (Assuming it is a Rumle head) in place. I've used my 500 head with a 2x10 cab with a kickback stand.
I don't want to say I am already sold on one, just started looking at upgrading my current amp. When I was a guitarist many moons ago I was a Fender guy, Strat and Twin Reverb.. Started playing bass about 10 years ago just with a buddy of mine. Picked up a cheap Ibanez bass at that time. It has evolved over time so I picked up a better Ibanez bass (SR700) and an Ampeg B115. We continue to grow and the B115 is something I want to upgrade. Was looking at other combo units - mainly Hartke - and then one poster on here mentioned he had a Fender Rumble 500 that he can pair with the 115 cabinet. So I started looking more into that. I like the idea of buying a combo amp that is light but will allow me to add a second cabinet should I want more for bigger venues. Whether that is the 115 or the 210 I don't know, but it does look like a good option. We are not going to play large venues, mostly bars (some inside and some outside), and things like that. We do have some options to play bigger venues if want to, but at that point I expect to be playing through the board. I
If history follows suit, you’ll be overly pleased with the 500 combo and 115 combination. I own a R500 head and play it through my R115. Sounds great! There are many, many people on this site that swear by them and are in love with the tone! As an aside, very affordable also.
I prefer 15s over 10s but for your purposes, when it comes to the extension cab you should prolly 'weigh' the pros/cons of 2x10 vs 1x15 and $ difference.(210-$400,115-$300-both 39#)
FWIW....
Sounds like you and I are in the same boat. I have a Rumble 100. Ampeg 1-15 is one of my fav amps (I had a 1st gen solid state flip top,) and I love the rumble too. I can dial in a similar tone.
So I've thinking of upgrading, and was set on the 200c (I also like the idea of a combo with extension cab potential.) Anyways, I was testing them out and SOOO impressed with the 500c. Crisp and clear, while also warm and rich. And this was flat EQ, so plenty of room to warm it up more. Plus, for an extra $100 and 2lbs., you get over 2x the power. They're even the same size! Now I'm set on finding a used 500, and I figure that I will probably be set for life.
Not trying to sway YOU one way or the other, just food for thought.
Good luck on finding a (working/not beat) used one! Maybe a floor demo from someplace? BTW, unless you're planning on 'diming' either amp, it's a matter of preference for 10s vs 15.. I've seen a few Rumble owners like to put the 200c(15)on top of the 210.
