Fender Rumble Club

[Thom Fioriglio]

I HAVE A BUZZ/HUM FROM MY FENDER RUMBLE 200!

So I was playing around with different tone settings and noticed that when the Bright switch is engaged and the Tweeter is switched on, I hear a noticeable hum. It goes away when I touch metal of the input jack of my cable or the strings on the neck. When I turn the Tweeter off and turn off the Bright switch it is much less noticeable, but still there. Too low to be an issue. So, I am thinking that the Tweeter and Bright switch just make the hum more noticeable.

I tried different outlets in my house, and the newer outlets in my kitchen which was remodeled led to a much lower hum with those same settings. So, I am guessing it is a grounding issue with the amp???

Would shielding help my Fender P Bass help? I ordered some copper shielding tape, and was planning to shield under the pickguard at first and see if that helps, and if not, the cavities of the bass.

Any thoughts or advice? Anyone else have this problem?

THANKS!!!

Thom

 

[Pulverizor]

Yip, that's the ol' instrument grounding issue. I'm no expert but there ought to be a guide on TB from some knowledgeable folk. Just try searching.

 

[npbassman]

Hey there Rumblers, this thread is huge but I promise I tried searching before posting so I’ll ask here anyway and take my licks from the search police if necessary.

If you’ve seen any of my recent threads, you know that I’ve been doing quite a bit of auditioning lately and it has occurred to me that it would be really nice to not have to bring out my “gig rig” to them all, which is my WD800 head and Subway 115 cab. It would be great to walk into a place with something like a Rumble 100 and just plug in and go for it, both for auditions and for future practices. So the question is, can a Rumble 100 keep up with a typical top 40 band with guitar, keys, a reasonably volume’d drummer? Or do I need to bit the bullet and get the 200 which is quite honesty a little bigger than I want to haul around...

 

[13bass]

Hey there Rumblers, this thread is huge but I promise I tried searching before posting so I’ll ask here anyway and take my licks from the search police if necessary.

If you’ve seen any of my recent threads, you know that I’ve been doing quite a bit of auditioning lately and it has occurred to me that it would be really nice to not have to bring out my “gig rig” to them all, which is my WD800 head and Subway 115 cab. It would be great to walk into a place with something like a Rumble 100 and just plug in and go for it, both for auditions and for future practices. So the question is, can a Rumble 100 keep up with a typical top 40 or band with guitar, keys, a reasonably volume’d drummer? Or do I need to bit the bullet and get the 200 which is quite honesty a little bigger than I want to haul around...

This is right up @GonePlaid 's ally, he does just fine with a drummer and one/two guitarists I think? I've seen him with just the R100 with a guitarist and (medium loud IMO) drummer and sound great. He can fill you in on when he needs more.

 

[SoulReflection]

Hey there Rumblers, this thread is huge but I promise I tried searching before posting so I’ll ask here anyway and take my licks from the search police if necessary.

If you’ve seen any of my recent threads, you know that I’ve been doing quite a bit of auditioning lately and it has occurred to me that it would be really nice to not have to bring out my “gig rig” to them all, which is my WD800 head and Subway 115 cab. It would be great to walk into a place with something like a Rumble 100 and just plug in and go for it, both for auditions and for future practices. So the question is, can a Rumble 100 keep up with a typical top 40 or band with guitar, keys, a reasonably volume’d drummer? Or do I need to bit the bullet and get the 200 which is quite honesty a little bigger than I want to haul around...

Loved your rendition of "Chain of Fools"...singer was great, I just wish I could have heard your bass a bit better!

 

[GonePlaid]

Hey there Rumblers, this thread is huge but I promise I tried searching before posting so I’ll ask here anyway and take my licks from the search police if necessary.
If you’ve seen any of my recent threads, you know that I’ve been doing quite a bit of auditioning lately and it has occurred to me that it would be really nice to not have to bring out my “gig rig” to them all, which is my WD800 head and Subway 115 cab. It would be great to walk into a place with something like a Rumble 100 and just plug in and go for it, both for auditions and for future practices. So the question is, can a Rumble 100 keep up with a typical top 40 band with guitar, keys, a reasonably volume’d drummer? Or do I need to bit the bullet and get the 200 which is quite honesty a little bigger than I want to haul around...

@npbassman It's enuff if you're doing an audition at rehearsal levels. There's no need to play arena volume at practices. I've played the 100 alone at our largest venue(an American Legion hall-no, I don't know the dimensions). Take along a pic of your rig if ya think it's necessary.

 

[John Stephen]

Hey there Rumblers, this thread is huge but I promise I tried searching before posting so I’ll ask here anyway and take my licks from the search police if necessary.

If you’ve seen any of my recent threads, you know that I’ve been doing quite a bit of auditioning lately and it has occurred to me that it would be really nice to not have to bring out my “gig rig” to them all, which is my WD800 head and Subway 115 cab. It would be great to walk into a place with something like a Rumble 100 and just plug in and go for it, both for auditions and for future practices. So the question is, can a Rumble 100 keep up with a typical top 40 band with guitar, keys, a reasonably volume’d drummer? Or do I need to bit the bullet and get the 200 which is quite honesty a little bigger than I want to haul around...

I play pretty loud gigs at small clubs with a Rumble 40, and have no problem being heard. That's with keys, a reasonably volume'd drummer, and sometimes a guitar, sometimes not. The R40 does just fine.

For larger venues, probably not (the larger venues usually have a PA or we bring our own PA).

 

[pbass74]

Hey there Rumblers, this thread is huge but I promise I tried searching before posting so I’ll ask here anyway and take my licks from the search police if necessary.

If you’ve seen any of my recent threads, you know that I’ve been doing quite a bit of auditioning lately and it has occurred to me that it would be really nice to not have to bring out my “gig rig” to them all, which is my WD800 head and Subway 115 cab. It would be great to walk into a place with something like a Rumble 100 and just plug in and go for it, both for auditions and for future practices. So the question is, can a Rumble 100 keep up with a typical top 40 band with guitar, keys, a reasonably volume’d drummer? Or do I need to bit the bullet and get the 200 which is quite honesty a little bigger than I want to haul around...

I have a Rumble 75 and a 200. I leave the 75 at practice where we have two guitars, two saxophones, drums, bass and vocals. The 75 is always enough for practice, usually not turned up past noon or 1:00, and I always wear ear plugs. If I don't my ears would be ringing. We're not blasting the walls down, but it's plenty loud for a cover band practice.

 

[chupacerveza]

I have a Rumble 75 and a 200. I leave the 75 at practice where we have two guitars, two saxophones, drums, bass and vocals. The 75 is always enough for practice, usually not turned up past noon or 1:00, and I always wear ear plugs. If I don't my ears would be ringing. We're not blasting the walls down, but it's plenty loud for a cover band practice.

I’ve used the Rumble 100 at garage practice and small gigs and with a vocalist or two, electric guitar, a heavy hitting drummer, and a guy who doubles on guitar, mandolin, banjo, and slide, and it holds up fine without having to push it. It might hold up to a larger outdoor gig, but I bring more wattage to make sure I have sufficient dispersion.

 

[GonePlaid]

I have a Rumble 75 and a 200. I leave the 75 at practice where we have two guitars, two saxophones, drums, bass and vocals. The 75 is always enough for practice, usually not turned up past noon or 1:00, and I always wear ear plugs. If I don't my ears would be ringing. We're not blasting the walls down, but it's plenty loud for a cover band practice.

There's a local band re-forming that I've been assisting while they look for a bass player. They'd like to have me but I'm committed to another, working band. "Rehearsals" consist of running songs down, not stopping to correct goofs, at performance level. Doesn't accomplish a whole helluva lot, IMO.

 

[Bottom Octave]

There's a local band re-forming that I've been assisting while they look for a bass player. They'd like to have me but I'm committed to another, working band. "Rehearsals" consist of running songs down, not stopping to correct goofs, at performance level. Doesn't accomplish a whole helluva lot, IMO.

Might be illuminating to share useful info on how we structure rehearsals, prepare song charts and set lists, balance instrument and vocal levels internally, and establish sound pressure levels for public performance. I realize this isn't a subject for the Rumble Club. Is anyone familiar with a forum dealing with such subjects?

 

[GonePlaid]

Might be illuminating to share useful info on how we structure rehearsals, prepare song charts and set lists, balance instrument and vocal levels internally, and establish sound pressure levels for public performance. I realize this isn't a subject for the Rumble Club. Is anyone familiar with a forum dealing with such subjects?

Not me. I put in way too much time in the 'rooms' I'm already in. That said, a few pointers would be useful wherever they're found.
In our group, rehearsals are done with everyone's smallest amp, turned low-low enuff we don't hook up PA, just sing acoustically. Drummer-if he comes-uses a snare and hi-hat. We stop and correct form and/or harmonies as necessary. Then we'll run it down-maybe.

 

[G-Dog]

Might be illuminating to share useful info on how we structure rehearsals, prepare song charts and set lists, balance instrument and vocal levels internally, and establish sound pressure levels for public performance. I realize this isn't a subject for the Rumble Club. Is anyone familiar with a forum dealing with such subjects?

Sounds to me like subjects for the TB Band Management forum.
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[GonePlaid]

Sounds to me like subjects for the TB Band Management forum.
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At the risk of repeating myself-or being redundant-"I spend way too much time in the 'rooms' I'm already in." This said after noticing all the listings in your sig.

 

[npbassman]

Loved your rendition of "Chain of Fools"...singer was great, I just wish I could have heard your bass a bit better!

Thanks so much for the kind words. That band actually broke up for a while but we’re just about ready to announce our triumphant reunion so I’m super excited!

 

[Chrome Dome]

Never ending I guess,I decided to get another Fender Rumble,and managed to get the Rumble 500,reasonable. I had the Fender Rumble 200,and thought I wanted Fender Bassman 135,with matching 15 cab. Wanting to go with a lighter combo,getting up there,and my back don't like all the weight anymore. Had a Club number,but don't remember it now. Amp should be here maybe Saturday. Need to move the Fender Bassman 135.

 

[Indiedog]

Congrats on the new Rumble!

Speaking of that sort of thing, I am hoping to sell my 500 Combo so that someone else can enjoy it.

 

[ak56]

...Had a Club number,but don't remember it now...

Following the path from the bottom of one of G-Dogs posts to the

Fender Rumble Club Wiki
and from there to the
LATEST Fender Rumble Club Membership List

and on that post select the link to the file:
Rumble Club Numbers 20-01-06.txt

628. Chrome Dome

 

[G-Dog]

... decided to get another Fender Rumble,and managed to get the Rumble 500,reasonable. I had the Fender Rumble 200, ... ... Had a Club number,but don't remember it now. Amp should be here maybe Saturday. Need to move the Fender Bassman 135.

Your signature is a good place to keep those things.
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Following the path from the bottom of one of G-Dogs posts to the

Fender Rumble Club Wiki
and from there to the
LATEST Fender Rumble Club Membership List

and on that post select the link to the file:
Rumble Club Numbers 20-01-06.txt

628. Chrome Dome

Attaboy, ak! Good detective work!
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[Gravedigger Dav]

Might be illuminating to share useful info on how we structure rehearsals, prepare song charts and set lists, balance instrument and vocal levels internally, and establish sound pressure levels for public performance. I realize this isn't a subject for the Rumble Club. Is anyone familiar with a forum dealing with such subjects?

I would start looking in Live Sound