Fender Rumble Club

[Standupnfall]

You don’t have those same Vintage/Bright/Contour hardware buttons on the Stage 800. You “Do” have a whole bunch of options for each preset though and those can all be saved back to the original preset or saved to a new location as something different.

You’re going to have some big fun with that amp when you get it. Just take your time and don’t let it overwhelm you.

Thanks! That is exactly what I was hoping!
I've been into modeling amps and recording DAW for many years so I'm fairly certain I will pick it up quick. Recently for guitar I use a combination of a Splawn tube JCM style amp, and a Boss Katana 100 Artist modeling amp.

 

[B Dax]

Oh yeah, you got this!

Welcome to TalkBass.

 

[G-Dog]

Hi! Have my Fender Rumble 800 Stage on the way and have a question I don't see answered in the manual.

Can the vintage/Bright/Contour buttons be saved in presets, or is that only controllable by the hardware switches. My use case would be RUMBLE AMP MODULE WITHOUT VINTAGE, then change presets to AMPEG WITH VINTAGE BUTTON without needing to push the additional hardware button.

Thanks!

Greetings, Stan! Is "dupnfall" your real last name, or a pseudonym? Oh, nevermind.

Welcome to TalkBass in general and to The Rumble Club in particular. You've come to the right place! Please post a photo of your Rumble Stage 800 right here when it arrives and receive a free unique Club membership number. Then, for such modeling discussions as you have here proposed, we ask that you use our Rumble LT25, Studio 40 & Stage 800 club sub-thread specifically for such modeling topics. But, for your orientation purposes, I'll seek to begin your edification process here, for today only.

The short answer to your question is "Yes! The Vintage/Bright/Contour switch settings are saved with the presets." And, as brother B Dax points out, the Stage and Studio amps don't even have such hardware switches! They exist only in the software for the Rumble amp models. Such is modeling, as you may be aware.

In fact, in looking at a detailed listing of the stock presets, I don’t see such a Vintage switch listed for the "Rockin' 'Peg" amp model at all! Is there a physical Ampeg SVT amp with such a hardware Vintage switch? The modeling software doesn’t let you "build" new features into the modeled amps, pedals or cabs. It only lets you adjust all the features they already have, and arrange the pedals in whatever order you wish.

Stan, have you read the manual for the Rumble Studio 40 & Stage 800? It is quite illuminating on some topics, while fairly vague on others. That's another reason we've assembled links to several helpful resources in the Rumble Stage 800 & Studio 40 section of our Rumble Club Wiki page, repository of all Rumbling wisdom and knowledge. And most highly recommended for understanding presets is The Droopy_TX Rumble Preset Experience sub-section of the Rumble Tone App Support section of the Wiki page. His linked spreadsheets and PDF files give a great orientation and insight into those features.

Welcome, again, Stan. Can't wait to see your Rumble here. But please feel free to continue this discussion in the Rumble LT25, Studio 40 & Stage 800 club sub-thread.
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[Standupnfall]

Thanks for the warm welcome and informative post. My Name is actually Jeremy from NY, but I go by standupnfall on Youtube and forums. Figured I'd stick to the same username in case people from other forums are on here (Guitars, Motorcycles, Sports, RC hobbies, Drones, and many other things).

I will certainly check back when the amp arrives. Unfortunately it's scheduled for delivery next Tuesday, the day AFTER my 43rd birthday.
TTYL

Greetings, Stan! Is "dupnfall" your real last name, or a pseudonym? Oh, nevermind.
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[Baker69]

I normally use the "mute" function when setting up/breaking down. On breaks I turn down the volume knob on the bass(I always run the bass's volume @ 10).

I created an empty patch on my Stage 800 which I store at #001 and it’s totally void of any effects or volume. From the footswitch I just select this patch when I need to mute the amp at breaks etc.

 

[G-Dog]

I created an empty patch on my Stage 800 which I store at #001 and it’s totally void of any effects or volume. From the footswitch I just select this patch when I need to mute the amp at breaks etc.

Bake! You made your way from the Rumble LT25, Studio 40 & Stage 800 club sub-thread all the way over here to the main Rumble Club thread. Good for you!

Now show us a pic of that awesome Rumble Stage 800 of yours and get a free unique Club number.
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[Miles_ONeal]

To elaborate: most of the places we play are tight on space. So much so that I have to use a short scale at a few of them. I'm almost always no more than 6 feet in front of my amp. I set my amp volume about where I think I'll need it for the gig then when we're ready to begin, turn the bass volume fully clockwise-and fully anti-clockwise on breaks-and control my volume by how hard I 'dig in'. Occasionally need to tweak the amp volume one way or t'other. I always use some sort of amp stand to have the Rumble tilted up toward my ears-and separate it from the stage/floor.

I mainly do this, but got the volume pedal for times I want to play softer longer, or dig in with less volume. It doesn’t get used a ton, but I’m glad it’s there when I want it.

 

[Miles_ONeal]

When I began playing bass-entirely self taught-I did it that way and just got used to that. Plus I feel that-to my questionable ears-anything under 10 sounds 'choked'. Like trying to breathe with your hand(or a mask-) over your nose and mouth.

Agreed except that masks don’t bother me. I even did my 65 mile ride with one. It’s the ragweed that chokes me!

 

[GonePlaid]

I mainly do this, but got the volume pedal for times I want to play softer longer, or dig in with less volume. It doesn’t get used a ton, but I’m glad it’s there when I want it.

I've thought about getting a volume pedal, but IDK how much I'd actually use it. Someday...maybe.

 

[Michael Favata]

I like having the ability to increase or decrease my volume on my bass without having to adjust at the amp. For me it’s harder to adjust live when the controls are on the back of the amp like the Rumble is and the controls are not on the face of it. In the settings I’ve been in however limited that may be be I’ve found there’s always volume creep mid song. Usually the 6 string guitarist. Drummers can affect that volume dynamic as well. Having that ability to adjust volume at the bass is valuable to me. That’s volume. I was more referencing gain. I always set that as high as possible. To drive the amp and get the most out of it. That’s how I see it. Then usually set the volume on the amp to 12 o’clock then adjust volume to need on the bass. But to each his own. It’s all good.

 

[GonePlaid]

I like having the ability to increase or decrease my volume on my bass without having to adjust at the amp. For me it’s harder to adjust live when the controls are on the back of the amp like the Rumble is and the controls are not on the face of it. In the settings I’ve been in however limited that may be be I’ve found there’s always volume creep mid song. Usually the 6 string guitarist. Drummers can affect that volume dynamic as well. Having that ability to adjust volume at the bass is valuable to me. That’s volume. I was more referencing gain. I always set that as high as possible. To drive the amp and get the most out of it. That’s how I see it. Then usually set the volume on the amp to 12 o’clock then adjust volume to need on the bass. But to each his own. It’s all good.

I s'pose since we/I play at comparatively low volume, I never 'push' my amps. I have an outdoor thing tomorrow that I'll be using the R200c for b/c it's outside. I doubt I'll need the VOLUME at any more than noon; GAIN has never been above noon. Settings like these give me the clean-ish tone I want. Not sure which bass I'll take. Kinda depends on weather.

 

[Gravedigger Dav]

I've thought about getting a volume pedal, but IDK how much I'd actually use it. Someday...maybe.

You're in Florida. It will be hot and muggy.

 

[RL5]

I like having the ability to increase or decrease my volume on my bass without having to adjust at the amp. For me it’s harder to adjust live when the controls are on the back of the amp like the Rumble is and the controls are not on the face of it. In the settings I’ve been in however limited that may be be I’ve found there’s always volume creep mid song. Usually the 6 string guitarist. Drummers can affect that volume dynamic as well. Having that ability to adjust volume at the bass is valuable to me. That’s volume. I was more referencing gain. I always set that as high as possible. To drive the amp and get the most out of it. That’s how I see it. Then usually set the volume on the amp to 12 o’clock then adjust volume to need on the bass. But to each his own. It’s all good.

I am beginning to think about adding a volume pedal. I use use different models for different songs with my Stage 800 and the volumes can vary greatly. Additionally we have a couple of songs where my volume needs to be higher at certain points in the song. A volume pedal would help tremendously, rather than trying to adjust before or in the middle of the song.

 

[GonePlaid]

You're in Florida. It will be hot and muggy.

Yup.

 

[Michael Favata]

I s'pose since we/I play at comparatively low volume, I never 'push' my amps. I have an outdoor thing tomorrow that I'll be using the R200c for b/c it's outside. I doubt I'll need the VOLUME at any more than noon; GAIN has never been above noon. Settings like these give me the clean-ish tone I want. Not sure which bass I'll take. Kinda depends on weather.

When I say push my amps its not about pushing them for volume. It's about pushing the pre-amp to get the tone out of the amp that I want. Maximizing that amps tone. Now that sometimes changes the volume but I can adjust the volume knob at that point. On the R500 I have all the controls set at noon. Gain and Volumes and all the rest of the knobs. All at noon. I've tried everything but that's where it sounds best to me. Of course that's in my basement studio sans a band currently. That may change in a band dynamic and depending on the room.

 

[Michael Favata]

I am beginning to think about adding a volume pedal. I use use different models for different songs with my Stage 800 and the volumes can vary greatly. Additionally we have a couple of songs where my volume needs to be higher at certain points in the song. A volume pedal would help tremendously, rather than trying to adjust before or in the middle of the song.

It is an art adjusting the volume and tone controls on a bass/guitar mid song. The longer I do this the more I appreciate that skill in people who do it well.

 

[sloppy_phil]

I like having the ability to increase or decrease my volume on my bass without having to adjust at the amp. For me it’s harder to adjust live when the controls are on the back of the amp like the Rumble is and the controls are not on the face of it. In the settings I’ve been in however limited that may be be I’ve found there’s always volume creep mid song. Usually the 6 string guitarist. Drummers can affect that volume dynamic as well. Having that ability to adjust volume at the bass is valuable to me. That’s volume. I was more referencing gain. I always set that as high as possible. To drive the amp and get the most out of it. That’s how I see it. Then usually set the volume on the amp to 12 o’clock then adjust volume to need on the bass. But to each his own. It’s all good.

Diff'rent strokes, and all that! I never play my basses without the pickups turned all the way up. There's so much sparkle and character that pickups tend to lose when turned down, it feels like I'm cutting my tone off at the knees in order to have volume flexibility. If I need volume, I have a tiny pedalboard at my feet which allows for boosting levels. But hey, YMMV!

Riding the instrument's volume knob makes more sense to me from a guitar perspective; set the amp for a sorta driven/lead tone, which maxing out the guitar volume will hit. From there, turn down to hit cleaner/rhythm tones.

 

[Miles_ONeal]

I am beginning to think about adding a volume pedal. I use use different models for different songs with my Stage 800 and the volumes can vary greatly. Additionally we have a couple of songs where my volume needs to be higher at certain points in the song. A volume pedal would help tremendously, rather than trying to adjust before or in the middle of the song.

I recommend the Morley optical pedals. No pot to get scratchy. No string to break. LED should outlast us all. Built like a tank. Plus cool colors and a bit of glow in the dark!

Morley 20/20 Volume Plus Volume Pedal

 

[dORSY]

Gig update.
Really nice place, awesome accoustics, made for listening LPs, jams, all that good stuff.
Self built kit P bass > KOKO (chap@ss) compressor > r100

 

[MatchFive]

Gig update.
Really nice place, awesome accoustics, made for listening LPs, jams, all that good stuff.
Self built kit P bass > KOKO (chap@ss) compressor > r100
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Nice!