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It doesn't make sense to me, so it would be cool to get confirmation. But you're welcome.
Make a simple drawing (or a formal one) of the dimensions you want and take it around to places that make awnings, shades, etc. Or just take the amp to them. I work sometimes for a sail maker and we get walk-ins all the time who want a cover for some odd item or another. Just keep it simple; added features like snaps, straps, handles, Velcro, etc. start adding cost in a hurry. The cover for my v2 350 combo was basically 3 pieces (left-top-right, front, back) with a few strategic cut-outs.... Been thinking about a cover for my v3 Rumble 100, but not many make them, and they're expensive to ship to my part of the world as well, if they ship at all. Think I'll probably go the DIY route and make my own
Ugh! I've had occasional issues with domestic shipping. I've got things with expedited shipping (at extra cost) even though I didn't need it or want it. I've had items where the shipping was more than the product. Some places don't offer a choice of shipping.
Aha! The different location for the handle does make sense, I think. Judging by the difference in weight between the 500 and 200 head, which is about half a pound, the handle would need to be in a slightly different position (assuming that the same components are used in the combo) for it to balance correctly when carried. In the combo, the amplifier parts are at the top and to the rear, so a heavier amp section would shift the balance point of the amp, making it awkward to carry.
It doesn't explain the price difference, though
Totally Agree & Feel Your Pain! I ordered some acoustic foam from Parts-Express in Ohio. It weighed like five chicken feathers. $9.99 shipping! Rat Bastigages! Grrr!Ugh! I've had occasional issues with domestic shipping. I've got things with expedited shipping (at extra cost) even though I didn't need it or want it. I've had items where the shipping was more than the product. Some places don't offer a choice of shipping.
I played a gig saturday walked across grass in an air cast on my right ankle carrying my 500 combo. Against my chest no problems at all. It was an adventure with the cast on, but the 500 is so light. I also transport it in the trunk of my camry, it's freakin awesome. That's my 2 cents. Don
The dude just listed some cheap(er) covers for the 500. I picked one up and will comment on the quality when I get it.
Link in case anyone is interested: Fender Rumble 500 Amp Cover | eBay
Link in case anyone is interested: Fender Rumble 500 Amp Cover | eBay
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Hi all, I just arrived here and I have not had time to open the packages...
mmm, probably it sounds better to..
Welcome to the Fender Rumble Club, Gillou!Hi all, I just arrived here and I have not had time to open the packages...
You are member #442 
Rumbles Rock! 
A Cover from LeCover will be less than $50 with shipping too! Unless you want padding of any sort.
rumble club member here... but today a little something different to share w/ you:
-inspired by the "what beer are you drinking?" thread, i looked to see what beer i was drinking and saw a good opportunity to snap a "
", as it (my station) "looks so cool today" 
. i primarily dwell at my station, so it's fun to share a part of my life w/ everyone on TB (from time to time)! stay cool folks! 
un-official thread for this "maybe club", is here: lets-see-your-soldering-station-pics-and-poll
-inspired by the "what beer are you drinking?" thread, i looked to see what beer i was drinking and saw a good opportunity to snap a "
", as it (my station) "looks so cool today" . i primarily dwell at my station, so it's fun to share a part of my life w/ everyone on TB (from time to time)! stay cool folks! un-official thread for this "maybe club", is here: lets-see-your-soldering-station-pics-and-poll
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Thanks for the LeCover tip Gary. Looks like a quality product. I just need to nail down the shipping cost.
The 500 was delivered today! It's official. Boy it does get loud and stays clear, unless of course the OD is turned on.
First time attaching a pic, I hope it works. I'm just a little bummed it doesn't have a tuner output, I don't know why I thought it did.
The awesome tone will make up for the lack of tuner output
