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Ive used my 100 on a few gigs too, it definitely punches above its weight.
I want to be in a situation where things are big enough that a heavy handed drummer is reasonable as a problem!
I've been in a country cover band with a heavy-handed drummer where my Bassman 250 combo couldn't hold its own. I had to slave it to my Bassman 150 combo to keep up.
That was the reason I tried the brand newly announced Rumble 500 combo back in '14, though not believing that combination of spec's for one minute! I was prepared to send it back for a new Bassman 500 head, since I already had the Bassman Neo 115 cab for that. But I was shocked, shocked I tell you!, to confirm every one of those Rumble's spec's with that band. I even added the BM115 to the R500c for the full 500 watts at outdoor gigs, but it wasn't really necessary. The R500c kept up, held its own and then some, all by itself!!
Then, since getting the Rumble Studio 40, I've played that alone alongside up to two dozen acoustic guitars, mandolins and fiddles with a dobro and/or banjo! It's also easily kept up with 3 electric guitars + 2 acoustic guitars, a PA and a very mature (but not old) full kit drummer!
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The Rumble 500 continues to amaze me with its big sound. I used it in a theater last night. Sounded fantastic on a big stage. Warm and fat. Flat eq, plenty of volume with drums, keys and two electric guitars on stage for a pop/rock artist
. Used my Tone Hammer DI running into it with a slight bass boost to 1pm. Love the Rumble!
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Several of the rumble cabs and combos are on sale on the Fender web site, and some of the retailers on Reverb are offering the sale price. There are some really good deals out there.
Does the aux in and headphone out sound the same on a rumble v3 15 compared to the rumble 40. I can get one cheap and will only be using for practice with headphones.
But, since the 15 preamp has much more limited features than the 40, their sounds from the amps themselves might not always be so similar. Just my $0.02
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Sadly, they don’t. The Rumble 15 has a different (and IMO inferior) preamp, which has a level of hiss that is not great for headphone practice.
But I like the headphone jack size (1/4") and location (top) better on the R25
I've had a Rumble 500 for awhile that I bought for band practice and small/acoustic gigs. I think it sounds great but haven't actually taken it to a full band gig. My band rarely practices so it's seen very little action
The last few gigs I had to use it due to space constraints during transport. My main band is a variety type group that mainly plays private functions. I usually use an Aguilar AG700 with an Aguilar 410SL or a Trickfish 1K with a Mesa SW410. I dig both rigs. But...after playing the last few gigs with the 500, I think I may prefer the Rumble. It sounds very fat and warm with great note definition and is extremely loud. I keep the master around 2 or 3 and it's plenty with a drummer, two guitars and keys. Load in is easier, too. So until the 500 proves otherwise, it is now my main gigging amp.
The last few gigs I had to use it due to space constraints during transport. My main band is a variety type group that mainly plays private functions. I usually use an Aguilar AG700 with an Aguilar 410SL or a Trickfish 1K with a Mesa SW410. I dig both rigs. But...after playing the last few gigs with the 500, I think I may prefer the Rumble. It sounds very fat and warm with great note definition and is extremely loud. I keep the master around 2 or 3 and it's plenty with a drummer, two guitars and keys. Load in is easier, too. So until the 500 proves otherwise, it is now my main gigging amp.
I’ve been using the 500+210 extension cab for quite a few reggae gigs this summer. Nice to get some height on the combo so I can hear myself better. I’m finding I have ample power and headroom with the pair, even outside.
Glad to hear it, Worky! @WorktheWood, you are now member #1515 in the Fender Rumble Club. Congratulations and welcome. Put that number in your TalkBass Signature for safe keeping. Then make yourself at home here and on your Rumble Club Wiki page, the repository of all Rumbling wisdom and knowledge.
Please tell us a bit about yourself, Worky, such as your bass experience in general and your Rumble journey in particular. Whatever your situation, you're bound to fit right in here, since we have all kinds. But we all love to ... ... ...
Rumble On!
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Yep, this really is the best setup. So glad I went with this, also. Pic (again) for you viewing pleasure....
