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Yeah. I got 2(or3?)at a music store in Lakeland, FL. Here it is at Sweetwater: PWA-421 IEC C13 to NEMA 5-15P Adapter - Sweetwater
Tilt-back legs are PWA-421 IEC C13 to NEMA 5-15P Adapter - Sweetwater and easy enough to install, for those that want 'em enough. But not included so as to keep the amp's price down. 
Having an additional speaker output is where the Rumble 200 combo comes in, with easy and safe expandability when needed. (Although some have added their own speaker outputs to the 100, and other small amps, it's not recommended since the amp is only designed for a single 8 ohm load.)
Again, footswitches are chronic financial condition for those who want 'em. But not included with these value line amps. 
Guess what? Longer, more supple power cords are also readily and inexpensively available for those who want 'em. Guess why they aren't included? 
Looks like you've got even more flexibility with the R100 & R200c, than with just 2xR100s! You can easily go from 100w, to 140w, to 240w as needed! And, with an 8 ohm cab you could add 200w and 300w to that list. But, of course, as you point out, not everyone needs that much flexibility. 
Wha ... ? The poster child for that easy enough to install splurged on a footswitch?!? Wh ... , why, I can't believe it! So, there's hope for the rest of us, marginally more well off!
But ... , but ... what's this? You mean that simply pushing the button on top of the amp is about as convenient as using the footswitch? Hmmm, I wonder if that could be why the footswitch, and it's extra cost, aren't included with all value line Rumbles.
But ... , but ... what's this? You mean that simply pushing the button on top of the amp is about as convenient as using the footswitch? Hmmm, I wonder if that could be why the footswitch, and it's extra cost, aren't included with all value line Rumbles.
... ... ... I bought a couple of these adapters. They're a 3 prong connector on one end(plug into any 3 conductor extension cord), and a standard amp connector(IEC)on the other end. Best I could do pix wise.
View attachment 5373732 View attachment 5373733 I don't remember the brand*, but they came in those red 'blister packs' of accessories at GC.
Handy little mofos.
EDIT*: HOSA chronic financial condition
Yeah, adapters can be good flexibility, too. 
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I got a few of these for my amps: Amazon Basics Computer Monitor TV Replacement Power Cord, 10', Black. The extra length has helped me be able to put the amp in a position where I want in most all rooms.
I can see that adaptor being more useful, as all you would need is an extension cord of the needed length.
I can see that adaptor being more useful, as all you would need is an extension cord of the needed length.
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Tilt-back legs are easy enough to install and chronic financial condition, for those that want 'em enough. But not included so as to keep the amp's price down.
Having an additional speaker output is where the Rumble 200 combo comes in, with easy and safe expandability when needed. (Although some have added their own speaker outputs to the 100, and other small amps, it's not recommended since the amp is only designed for a single 8 ohm load.)
Again, footswitches are easy enough to install for those who want 'em. But not included with these value line amps.
Guess what? Longer, more supple power cords are also readily and inexpensively available for those who want 'em. Guess why they aren't included?
Looks like you've got even more flexibility with the R100 & R200c, than with just 2xR100s! You can easily go from 100w, to 140w, to 240w as needed! And, with an 8 ohm cab you could add 200w and 300w to that list. But, of course, as you point out, not everyone needs that much flexibility.
Wha ... ? The poster child for that chronic financial condition splurged on a footswitch?!? Wh ... , why, I can't believe it! So, there's hope for the rest of us, marginally more well off!
But ... , but ... what's this? You mean that simply pushing the button on top of the amp is about as convenient as using the footswitch? Hmmm, I wonder if that could be why the footswitch, and it's extra cost, aren't included with all value line Rumbles.
Yeah, adapters can be good flexibility, too.
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Yes, I know why they weren't included. I still wish they were.
Also, how do you know those cords are supple? Have you tried one?
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Tilt-back legs are easy enough to install and easy enough to install, for those that want 'em enough. But not included so as to keep the amp's price down.
As usual, what is "best" to someone is not so much to someone else. Assuming the bottom of the legs are near the bottom of the cabinet, the angle is a function of how close to the back the pivot point is and where the stop screw is located in relation to the top of the legs. But, the amp in an R200 is arranged vertically in the top back of the cabinet, so you can't get very close there with the long legs. And, depending on the angle, the short legs could become a tipping point themselves. My installation on my Bassman 115 cab didn't have that problem.
I recommend making a scale drawing and calculating the dimensions to get the angle, and aesthetics, you want. Measure twice, or more, but drill only once. The main thing is to be sure your drill holes miss the electronics and the speaker! And it's a good idea to remove the speaker to make sure the drill doesn't mess up the acoustic fiber liner too much in the R200 or R500.
But be very aware however, as our good friend @Miles_ONeal reminds us, such modifications of a new amp voids the very valuable warranty!
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Shakespeare wrote that, "There is nothing either good or evil, but wishing makes it so."
Many years ago I used to often wish for an affordable, very powerful, but very lightweight and good sounding bass combo amp. Imagine my shock! and cynical disbelief! upon first reading of the Fender Rumble 500 combo!! Sure, it didn't have all the extras of my Bassman amps, but it lived up to its advertising for me, and is still doing so 10 years later!!Now, I must admit that I don't have a braided IEC power cord quite like my suggestion. However, I do have a couple of similarly braided extension cords that I find to be much more supple than most such hard rubber covered cords. And I believe that the braided covering contributes to, if not fully accounts for, that suppleness. I could be wrong, now. But, I don't think so.
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Yup. Not trivial, which is why I wish they came installed from the factory. And modding a new amp voids the warranty.
Excellent point, Miley! Yes! Thank you, so much, for covering my omission of that critical information. It crossed my mind more than once while editing that post. I will now post-edit to add it, lest anyone overlook it. Thank you, again!
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Shakespeare wrote that, "There is nothing either good or evil, but wishing makes it so."
Now, I must admit that I don't have a braided IEC power cord quite like my suggestion. However, I do have a couple of similarly braided extension cords that I find to be much more supple than most such hard rubber covered cords. And I believe that the braided covering contributes to, if not fully accounts for, that suppleness. I could be wrong, now. But, I don't think so.
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It depends on the braid or other outer covering material, as well as the individual conductor's insulator materials, though the latter is usually less of a factor.
I have a braided extension cord which is a bit easier to bend than some, but it's still not supple, and it holds its shape as easily as it bends. Easier to roll up but only somewhat tricky to unroll and use. At least I can bend it into shape.
You make some good points there. Since the (only) two, quite supple, braided cords I have are from different manufacturers I assumed that most such these days would be likewise. At least they should be worth a try. But, I am aware of what assuming does, so I do apologize for that generalization.
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Perfectly understandable extrapolation. I'm just geek enough (and have burned myself enough) to question nearly everything. Except that G-Dog and this group are cool and extremely helpful. Those I accept at face value.
Not often do i encounter or use the term "supple" so willy-nilly. Interesting little corner of Talk Bass.
Over the weekend i woke my lazy teenager from her bed with my Rumble amp. Coming down the basement stairs from her 2nd floor bedroom to tell me she was suprised she could hear me from up there. Yet another feature of this Rumble amp!
Over the weekend i woke my lazy teenager from her bed with my Rumble amp. Coming down the basement stairs from her 2nd floor bedroom to tell me she was suprised she could hear me from up there. Yet another feature of this Rumble amp!
I posted a week or so back about adding a 2x10 to my Rumble 800c. I’d pretty much decided not to until I googled the cab and saw that there were VERY few available. In fact, I believe I may have picked up the last one from a UK retailer, with further stock unavailable for MONTHS. So, I grabbed it whilst I had chance.
Only had a very brief moment to plug it in before the wife got home, so the true test will be tomorrow. Then rehearsals Thurs and Fri, so I’ll update as I can.
But, first impressions: beautifully finished. The handles are great, and although it’s a few KG heavier than the cab, it’s easy to shift because of them.
Sound wise, I’m keen to try them stacked and next to each other, but having the combo on top made the sound clear and articulate and I think having that alone elevated will make it more audible on stage.
I’ll update after a good blast tomorrow. But the sound is definitely “more”, it’s thicker and fuller and just carried better, by an initial 10 minute test. Didn’t seem massively louder, but there was just MORE sound. Maybe it was louder, but it just seemed bigger with more authority. Can’t wait to try it properly!
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Congrats @Matt23! I have a similar setup (Stage 800 with 210 ext. cabinet). Agree the sound is fuller and richer. And definitely feel that having the speakers closer to my ears helps significantly in a band setting. Enjoy!
Thank you! I had a Stage 800 once, sold it as my band at the time went IEM. It was a lot of fun. Can imagine that sounds awesome as an 800w 4x10.
Funnily enough, I’d thought about shifting this and getting a head and 4x10 cab. But, I’m 6”4 - so actually, having the R800+210 stack will be a blessing, rather than having an amp fire at the back of my legs. I’d been reluctant to get a bigger setup, coming from a small pedalboard and IEM, but this is still 30kg all in, still an easy carry, but I get all the benefits of a “big rig”. Plus, the option to have that 2x10 combo for small gigs and rehearsals!
There's something to be said about a big rig and stage presence. Makes a statement. And now that we have light, big rigs with great sound, seems like a win-win to me.
