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There are some who will use brushes and can control stick velocity and therefore volume and also are not deaf...
Played a fun gig last night - the room was a decent size, I'd say 60' x 40', so I though I'd bring both my Rumble 200c & the 15" extension cab.
The pair handle the room with absolute ease - I honestly think I could have done the gig with just the 200c alone. But, I like the fullness that 2 15's give - they move a lot of air.
Snapped a quick pic while we were setting up early in the evening.
The pair handle the room with absolute ease - I honestly think I could have done the gig with just the 200c alone. But, I like the fullness that 2 15's give - they move a lot of air.
Snapped a quick pic while we were setting up early in the evening.
Played a fun gig last night - the room was a decent size, I'd say 60' x 40', so I though I'd bring both my Rumble 200c & the 15" extension cab.
The pair handle the room with absolute ease - I honestly think I could have done the gig with just the 200c alone. But, I like the fullness that 2 15's give - they move a lot of air.
Snapped a quick pic while we were setting up early in the evening.
I get this. My Rumble 100 will handle the room I typically play just fine, volume-wise. But running a pair of them, the 2 12s just sound soooo much better to me.
I agree - never was a fan of pushing a single speaker to fill a big room (even if it is capable) when multiples work so much better.
Sounds more natural, less "forced" I guess you'd say.
Plus the old addage - many hands make light work, and so it goes for speakers.
I'll echo what others have said: For me, it's the tone, followed by the cost. Warm, pseudo-tube tone, but very affordable. I have a 500 v3 head and a 115 cabinet; I bought them used, separately, and the total cost was $460 (plus tax). No sacrifice in power or sound.
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I have the same rig doug..bought new on special here in Australia a couple years ago..great combination the 500C v3 coupled to the 115 cab..the rig sounds great with both my 5'vers (Peavey Dyna 5 and an EBMMSR5) plus my 4003 Ric..doesnt really matter what bass guitar is put through the rig it sounds powerful clean, punchy affordable as you mentioned and LIGHTWEIGHT..what more does a bassist need these days.I'll echo what others have said: For me, it's the tone, followed by the cost. Warm, pseudo-tube tone, but very affordable. I have a 500 v3 head and a 115 cabinet; I bought them used, separately, and the total cost was $460 (plus tax). No sacrifice in power or sound.
Fender 800-watt bass head: Pros/Cons. Anyone own the Fender 800 watt bass head? I am in the market for a bass head (I play early 70's blues rock) and was wondering about the tone, reliability, whether or not it cuts-out, and anything else you can tell me about this amp before I consider sinking money into it. Oh, how is the warranty and does Fender stand behind it? Thanks in advance! -Bill
I'm sure a few guys in this club have the 800 head..i'll put out a call for the Resident Rumble Roustabout Roughrider @G-Dog as i'm pretty sure he can fill in your queries.
Have a look at the wiki link below while you wait for an answer.
Fender Rumble Club Wiki Page | TalkBass.com
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Gig report. Gigged my new R800c Saturday nite. Indoor club at gated community with good turnout. Dancing ensued at the downbeat of the first song and continued thru the event.
I used only the Combo without the R210 and used the attenuated power (LOW). Not only was enough, but rocked the place. The band was actually asked once to turn down by the manager. I know that's never good but the crowd seemed to really enjoy the music.
Prior to this recent acquisition, I would have used my R200c/R210 which sound great. Altho' the R200c alone would have been plenty, I really like the 210's sound. Seems tighter and more focussed to me. So I think the change to the 800 was a good move especially with it's new gen of 210's that I think sound crisper and less "boomy" than the 210's on the 500.
Next gig is a brewery so same setup. Later next month playing a larger outdoor venue on the lake so I'll use the additional 210--not for loudness, per se, but additional 'fullness."
Tim
I used only the Combo without the R210 and used the attenuated power (LOW). Not only was enough, but rocked the place. The band was actually asked once to turn down by the manager. I know that's never good but the crowd seemed to really enjoy the music.
Prior to this recent acquisition, I would have used my R200c/R210 which sound great. Altho' the R200c alone would have been plenty, I really like the 210's sound. Seems tighter and more focussed to me. So I think the change to the 800 was a good move especially with it's new gen of 210's that I think sound crisper and less "boomy" than the 210's on the 500.
Next gig is a brewery so same setup. Later next month playing a larger outdoor venue on the lake so I'll use the additional 210--not for loudness, per se, but additional 'fullness."
Tim
Oh boy, a 200c just popped up at a great price locally!
If I prefer the tighter tone of a 40c over the "boomier" 100c, how will I find the 200c? Realizing it's a 15" in a different box will change all that, I'd jump on this if it's more 40 than 100, or I'll just keep waiting for a 500c to pop up...
If I prefer the tighter tone of a 40c over the "boomier" 100c, how will I find the 200c? Realizing it's a 15" in a different box will change all that, I'd jump on this if it's more 40 than 100, or I'll just keep waiting for a 500c to pop up...
Personally, I'd didn't find the 200 any more "boomy" than the 500. Overall, I do prefer the 2x10's over the 1x15 as a stand-alone but that is just personal taste. If, on the other hand, you prefer the sound of the 10" over the 12", you may want to hold out for the 500.
Tim
Tim
Although, if it's a "tight bottom" you want, may I suggest the R800c? That's bottom you can cup in both hands...
Tim
It’s that “peach” that I’m sensing out of the reviews of the 800c! And what I was thinking. Thanks for the advice and crystal clear description
I've tested the 100 and 200 side by side in my living room. With the same settings and volume, the 100 was shaking things in the house a lot more than the 200. The 100 seems to have more "boom" than the 200. The 200 is a smoother room filling tone. Both are great.
Heck, even the 40 can shake things in my living room.
Yes, 2x100's, both inside and outside, have served me since I started linking early last year (about 40 gigs since). I was using a 500c exclusively, but since I tried the 100's linked, my 500's sit idly-by wondering what they did wrong. I won't/can't say that 2x100 sounds better or worse than a 500c. I'm just not sensing much/if any difference. But they look cooler together than a lone 500, and frankly, they're easier to carry too.
