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Since speaker cables aren’t generally shielded, you’d pick up noise and hum. You would be sad.Since the signal from an FX Send jack has not gone thru a power amp, an instrument cable is sufficient. However, I don't believe it would hurt anything to use a speaker cable, which is more heavy-duty.
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Shielded is the word I should have used when I said insulated in my post. A guitar cable is both insulated and shielded, but it is the shielding that keeps out interference.
Hello, all!
I am introducing myself on this thread as I had been plowing through the related (Fender Rumble LT25, Studio 40 & Stage 800 thread) and had had a question for G-Dog and he informed me I should post up here as well!
So here I am. I have always wanted to play a musical instrument, as I’m not from a musical family, so never really had the option as a kid. I originally wanted to play guitar and tried a few times, half-heartedly, but was always intimidated by the whole chord-thing, really skinny strings, etc. Just seemed really overwhelming. So a few years ago, a couple of buddies of mine that do play guitars (though not crazy good or anything, just kinda “noodlers”) said, “Hey Kev, you should learn Bass and jam with us!”. I looked into it and liked the whole rhythm aspect, thicker strings, less of ‘em (LOL) and purchased a bass. I have been learning off and on now for a couple years (COVID, work, kids), but have lately really been throwing myself back into it. I have a couple of Yamaha basses (a TRBX604 and BB734) as well as my Epiphone JC semi-hollow)
The real reason I’m here though is my Studio 40 amp which I absolutely LOVE! Not only has it been a great starter amp for home playing/learning, I also think it’s been a great introduction to modeling and listening/learning about different tones, effects pedals, etc. in an affordable package. I of course, now lust for either and additional add-on amp for it to get more volume as I learn and look to play out with my buddies, or truth be told, get a Stage 800 as a bigger, more powerful do-it-all amp.
Just as I am doing in the other thread, I look forward to learning more about these amps, and all of you great folks that post, inform, and help me continue to love this new skill/pastime I’ve delved into!
Cheers,
Kev
I am introducing myself on this thread as I had been plowing through the related (Fender Rumble LT25, Studio 40 & Stage 800 thread) and had had a question for G-Dog and he informed me I should post up here as well!
So here I am. I have always wanted to play a musical instrument, as I’m not from a musical family, so never really had the option as a kid. I originally wanted to play guitar and tried a few times, half-heartedly, but was always intimidated by the whole chord-thing, really skinny strings, etc. Just seemed really overwhelming. So a few years ago, a couple of buddies of mine that do play guitars (though not crazy good or anything, just kinda “noodlers”) said, “Hey Kev, you should learn Bass and jam with us!”. I looked into it and liked the whole rhythm aspect, thicker strings, less of ‘em (LOL) and purchased a bass. I have been learning off and on now for a couple years (COVID, work, kids), but have lately really been throwing myself back into it. I have a couple of Yamaha basses (a TRBX604 and BB734) as well as my Epiphone JC semi-hollow)
The real reason I’m here though is my Studio 40 amp which I absolutely LOVE! Not only has it been a great starter amp for home playing/learning, I also think it’s been a great introduction to modeling and listening/learning about different tones, effects pedals, etc. in an affordable package. I of course, now lust for either and additional add-on amp for it to get more volume as I learn and look to play out with my buddies, or truth be told, get a Stage 800 as a bigger, more powerful do-it-all amp.
Just as I am doing in the other thread, I look forward to learning more about these amps, and all of you great folks that post, inform, and help me continue to love this new skill/pastime I’ve delved into!
Cheers,
Kev
JC's definitely look better sans PG.
I tried Ashdown on a recommendation, and as much as I tried to like it, I have to do a lot of messing with the EQ, to get the sound I like. On the Rumble amps, I put the gain at about 11 o’clock, vintage button in, EQ’s at noon, master at noon. From then on out, I can just use the tone on the bass, some foam, pluck in different spots to get tonal variations. The Rumbles also seem to have a bigger punch, in my humble opinion/experience.
I don’t actually regret selling the Rumble 1X15 cab, because I would rather have the matching 2X10 cabinet, but it didn’t exist at the time.
I’m just a Fender fanboy.
I don’t actually regret selling the Rumble 1X15 cab, because I would rather have the matching 2X10 cabinet, but it didn’t exist at the time.
I’m just a Fender fanboy.
Thanks GonePlaid; I agree! I definitely don't use a pick yet, and even should I start, I'm not sure I'd put it back on to tell you the truth.
I actually have modded this one to a fair degree; replaced the OEM 3-way bridge with a Hipshot, put in Grover tuners and moved the upper strap button to the upper horn instead of at the base of the neck due to the way it wanted to fall away from my body when playing standing up. I also painted the pickup and guard black to match the one that came on the 20th Anniversary models instead of the cream-color it was originally.
I'm loving it thus far!
I actually have modded this one to a fair degree; replaced the OEM 3-way bridge with a Hipshot, put in Grover tuners and moved the upper strap button to the upper horn instead of at the base of the neck due to the way it wanted to fall away from my body when playing standing up. I also painted the pickup and guard black to match the one that came on the 20th Anniversary models instead of the cream-color it was originally.
I'm loving it thus far!
I tried Ashdown on a recommendation, and as much as I tried to like it, I have to do a lot of messing with the EQ, to get the sound I like. On the Rumble amps, I put the gain at about 11 o’clock, vintage button in, EQ’s at noon, master at noon. From then on out, I can just use the tone on the bass, some foam, pluck in different spots to get tonal variations. The Rumbles also seem to have a bigger punch, in my humble opinion/experience.
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I don’t actually regret selling the Rumble 1X15 cab, because I would rather have the matching 2X10 cabinet, but it didn’t exist at the time.
I’m just a Fender fanboy.
I love my R115 Cab with an Ampeg PF20T. Maybe one day I will compare it to an Ampeg PF115.
I have had the Ampeg PF115 and the Rumble 115. The Rumble beat the Ampeg hands down. It just projected better and had a much fuller/richer tone. To my ear, the Ampeg just lacked the bottom end and tried to make up for it with mids, but that might just be the Ampeg thing and some people like that. I've had many Ampegs, and the only one I really liked was the R100 Rocket. I've had two of them. It really is a monster bass amp but it weighed in at 65 pounds. I sold two matching Ampeg Portaflex PF500 amps, both with the PF115 cabinets when I went with the Rumble amps. The Rumble 115 really does sound and feel bigger/more powerful than the PF115 in my experience.
Nice to know. Thanks @GregT, I appreciate the info! I am happy that I kept the R115...even though I bought at the old price, I could not bring myself to sell it for less than the new, discounted price.
I don't know what's going on, but a light, 15" cab with wheels has got to be worth more than $299. IMHO
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The Rumble 1X15 is a great sounding cabinet for sure!
Welcome to the kennel, 'dog! @Kdog, you are now member #1529 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.
This is the place general Rumblings, such as might apply even to the non-modeling Rumbles. But, for bass modeling discussions, please use The Club's Rumble LT25, Studio 40 & Stage 800 sub-thread, OK?
I can certainly recommend the Rumble 500 combo as a sound reinforcement amp for your Rumble Studio. It's very powerful at 350W by itself and only weighs 36.5 lb.s. It's really a great non-modeling bass amp and still a bargain at today's prices!
Well, you've introduced yourself quite well, K, and I'm sure you'll fit right in here. Especially since we have all kinds. But we all love to ... ... ...
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Hey Rumblers, It's been awhile since I posted about my 2 year old, used 500c. I've tried it now 3 times in our new jam place, a large basement. I've been too lazy to put new strings on my 88 Stingray so I'm using my new 98 G&L L1500 (no mods). I dime everything on it, including active. I'm coming from a 72 SVT and Fridge. Settings on the 500c, horn off, no overdrive, gain 0 , contour only, 10, 2, 2, 10 tone, and master at 10 o'clock. Sounds fabulous!!! Love that little thing,
I started with a Studio 40 and then bought a Stage 800 when the Studio was getting overwhelmed by a loud drummer. Great combination of amps to get, as you can test the settings/models on one and recreate them on the other if you like them.
And, to add to other questions/comments from previous posters, the Studio 40 was my first Rumble. I did have to dime it regularly (with my Yamaha TRBX504 in Active mode, full volume on both pickups, bass, middle, and treble full on as well). Never had an issue. The Stage doesn't get past 10 o'clock, with my bass pickups not even half way up. Plenty of headroom without even adding an extension cab. (But I want one anyway.)
Yeah, I'm sure I don't NEED a 210 extension cab, but I want one anyway ;-)
You absolutely want one! Can’t go wrong with this!
Last night's Rumble 200 gig!
Lookin' mighty fine, there, scooter! @scootsmason, you are now member #1530 in the Fender Rumble Club. Congratulations and welcome. Please 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, scoot, 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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