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Fender Rumble Club

#37,101
G-Dog said:
IIUC, your main beef with most Rumbles' XLR Out is mainly the Post Master Volume part (and the Post Gain that affects volume level, too?), but not so much the Post EQ? You seem to agree that the bass shouldn't be the only tone-neutered instrument in the band. In that case, why not take heart that the volume level change is small-to-unnoticeable as tested by Rumblers here (see Wiki for links)? I think that's how many of us "deal with it", as you had asked..
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Yup, that's what I read in Wiki links. And that's really good. If it is a minimal difference, you are right, I and others can simply deal with it. I will check it out at the next gig. And if it is a problem, I will simply feed the line out of the amp into the DI that I will bring with me. That way, I will get the tone and none of the volume change. If there is indeed a noticeable volume change.

G-Dog said:
Peace to you, sir.
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. And peace to you too, sir! You and a few others are always around to answer questions, share your knowledge and expertise concerning these amps...we are lucky to have you aboard to help us. Thanks for helping me, among others.

John
 
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Pleased to report after approximately 8 months that the Rumble 200c, 500h & dual 115 cabs have all worked flawlessly, in various combinations. Have enjoyed the sounds I've been getting using my P, PJ and J basses both with flatwound and roundwound strings.

Settings generally are gain & master knobs set from 9 (for self practice with the playback system) up to 12 o'clock usually (for rehearsals/gigs), tone knobs at 12 o'clock, overdrive knobs/button and bright/contour/vintage buttons all off (so far), horns off. Have gotten a lot of compliments on the sound, and only a few "too bad you don't have a tube amp" observations :)

Really impressed with the quality of the sound out of such lightweight components. Has saved a lot of wear & tear on my back. Am only sorry that I didn't try Rumbles sooner.
 
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JakobT said:
In the time I’ve been here on TB, Rumbles (and other amps as well) have often been described as muddy, boomy, or both.

I find that the words «boomy» or «muddy» are difficult to pin down. It’s all relative, a little bit like the using the word «short» to describe a haircut. It can mean anything from a buzz cut to shoulder length, depending on who you ask. It all depends on what you’re looking for to begin with, your frame of reference and the rest of your gear.

I’ve spent a fair bit of cash on stuff I thought I needed (often based on the well-meaning advice of fellow TB members) without stopping to think that their needs and frame of reference might be different from my own.

So now I’m trying to make things as simple as possible. My Rumbles are stock, and so are my basses, except for strings. I haven’t used my pedal board in months, I just plug straight into the amp, and it sounds great. I find it makes my life a lot easier, and considerably cheaper. If it ain’t broke, don’t fix it.
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Pardon the reply to an older post, I'm going backwards through this and other threads to see all the stuff I've missed.

Just wanted to comment on your approach, I use a similar one except in regards to basses. I do tend to change out hardware/electronics on my Squiers/Fenders. But for a long time now I've had the same view in regards to the amp, I just plug straight in from my bass and run EQ flat. And have been quite pleased with the results.
 
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Party gig tonight. Soul and blues.
This is it
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R500C, '08 RW-P
 
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OtherLisa said:
I am still dithering about a 25W or 40W for a practice/acoustic gig amp and looking at specs -- is it possible that the 40 is lighter than the 25?!
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The Studio 40 is lighter than the C25 by 2lbs (19 vs. 21). It has a 10' driver vs. the 8" in the C25. For other reasons outlined in previous posts, the Studio 40 would be the better choice. I know it was for me, as I own(ed) both. If price is major concern, sales pop up all the time, especially on MF.
 
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CallMeAl said:
Looks like it. 25 does not have line out, that would be a deal breaker for me
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Oooooh, good point, @alanloomis1980 -- I may need to save up my pennies a little longer and go for the 40. I'm trying to make this purchase useful for as many situations as possible, even though it's primarily for practice (I have the 200 for all the other good stuff). I recently got a Taylor Mini Bass with the idea that we'd do some "acoustic" gigs. I figured that a majority of those would probably be taking the bass direct but having the 40 as a monitor and with a direct line out is the best scenario, I think.
 
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SoulReflection said:
The Studio 40 is lighter than the C25 by 2lbs (19 vs. 21). It has a 10' driver vs. the 8" in the C25. For other reasons outlined in previous posts, the Studio 40 would be the better choice. I know it was for me, as I own(ed) both. If price is major concern, sales pop up all the time, especially on MF.
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@SoulReflection I am looking at the regular 40 (price is definitely a concern). I am pretty basic in my tones -- though lord knows I should probably play around with that stuff more. I just recently resurrected my old Boss compression/sustain pedal -- major accomplishment! :D
 
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OtherLisa said:
Oooooh, good point, @alanloomis1980 -- I may need to save up my pennies a little longer and go for the 40. I'm trying to make this purchase useful for as many situations as possible, even though it's primarily for practice (I have the 200 for all the other good stuff). I recently got a Taylor Mini Bass with the idea that we'd do some "acoustic" gigs. I figured that a majority of those would probably be taking the bass direct but having the 40 as a monitor and with a direct line out is the best scenario, I think.
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Not to keep beating the horse, I know the Studio would make a better monitor!
 
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OtherLisa said:
I am still dithering about a 25W or 40W for a practice/acoustic gig amp and looking at specs -- is it possible that the 40 is lighter than the 25?!
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Yes. IIRC, the Rumble 25 cabinet is made of MDF, rather than the Rumble 40’s plywood. MDF is much heavier.

The same preamp used on the Rumble models 40 and up, and the line out, made the 40 the best choice for me for home and church settings. I auditioned both the 40 and 100, and I preferred the tone of the 40. I found the 100 too thick and boomy. The effects loop, while nice to have, didn’t make up for the base tone of the 100 not being to my liking. 1 1/2 years later, still happy with my choice. :)
 
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Rip Topaz said:
Well, I was gonna use both 410’s at tonight’s gig, but after some bad McDonald’s this afternoon I’m looking at taking as little as possible to the show (and hoping I make it through it without puking on the stage!!).

So, 500h and single 410 it is. Time to make the hour-long drive and get loaded (in)!!
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Is there such a thing as good McDonalds? ;)

Jk, break a leg!
 
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