Fender Rumble Club

[G-Dog]

Hmmm not my experience I find the OD is either on or off, not a lot of gradation and really different on the higher notes. Even with gain down and master up. Anyhoo I like the look of the Fender pedal so that's now on the list

And the Drive and Level controls don't give you any gradation?

 

[Miles_ONeal]

Hmmm not my experience I find the OD is either on or off, not a lot of gradation and really different on the higher notes. Even with gain down and master up. Anyhoo I like the look of the Fender pedal so that's now on the list

I’m a big fan of whatever works for each of us!

 

[MadJack]

Hmmm not my experience I find the OD is either on or off, not a lot of gradation and really different on the higher notes. Even with gain down and master up. Anyhoo I like the look of the Fender pedal so that's now on the list

I have noticed the OD is limited on the lesser levels of drive, when the VINTAGE button is depressed. Hotter pickups tend to push the drive a bit more too.

 

[Bass Motifs]

Thanks for comments all. I may need to try OD at higher volumes as well, could be a bedroom tone thing? Definitely like it better with vintage engaged.

The JHS Punchline is much more subtle tool, can add just a touch of hair.

 

[shirojiro]

Ok. I got this used Rumble 500 a few days ago and am incredibly disappointed to realize that this might be the only amp I really need.

Its feature set works great for home practice. Its footprint is pretty small. It gets loud enough for smaller gigs and rehearsals. It can take an extension cab if needed for louder venues. It has a direct out although it’s kinda odd that the master volume affects the output. It has an effects loop for those who like such things.

So what am I supposed to do with the rest of my amps???

I really like my GK 400RB and 800RB and BagEnd cabs.

I might not really need these anymore….

Yeah, the Rumble has a baked in warm-ish tone, but it can be scooped and brighter with the right EQ settings. Is it perfect? No, but it does what it needs to do for what I need these days. Plus I can carry it easily with one hand. It might be the best amp I've owned because it's so versatile.

I can see how folks might not love the overall tone, and it's certainly not boutique, but it is a very practical piece of gear.

 

[Bass Motifs]

"A very practical piece of gear" sums it up!

 

[G-Dog]

Ok. I got this used Rumble 500 a few days ago and am incredibly disappointed to realize that this might be the only amp I really need. ... ... ...

Oh, my! The "only amp you really need"! How disappointing! ​

... ... ... Its feature set works great for home practice. Its footprint is pretty small. It gets loud enough for smaller gigs and rehearsals. It can take an extension cab if needed for louder venues. It has a direct out although it's kinda odd that the master volume affects the output. It has an effects loop for those who like such things. ... ... ...

I found it to be great for big gigs and even outdoor stages, too, even without an extension cab! And this was with a very loud country cover band.

And the Master affecting the XLR Out is not as big a deal as some people make it out to be! ​

... ... ... So what am I supposed to do with the rest of my amps??? I really like my GK 400RB and 800RB and BagEnd cabs. I might not really need these anymore…. ... ...

I love my Bassman 500 with the 115 neo cab, too. It can get some really sweet tones that my R500c just can't. But it's a bit more cumbersome to move and setup than the mighty little Rumble combo (and I'm old and lazy). So, it has become my favorite at home practice and recording amp. But I'd really love the opportunity/need to use the FX Send from the Bassman to the FX Return of the Rumble for my 700 watt, 210 & 115 BassRumbMan rig (or STEREO rig)!!!​

... ... ... Yeah, the Rumble has a baked in warm-ish tone, but it can be scooped and brighter with the right EQ settings. Is it perfect? No, but it does what it needs to do for what I need these days. Plus I can carry it easily with one hand. It might be the best amp I've owned because it's so versatile.

I can see how folks might not love the overall tone, and it's certainly not boutique, but it is a very practical piece of gear.

Vive la différence! Variety is the spice of life! While historically great, alas, the Fender tone is not for everyone, or even every song. And that's... OK. Thank goodness the world is so interesting. And, versatility? That's where the 3rd generation modeling Rumble Stage 800, Studio 40 & LT25 come in, to put all those other sounds right at your fingertips, literally. So, practice never gets boring!​

Thus, doth we ... ... ... Rumble On!​

 

[Brandon Shea]

Ok. I got this used Rumble 500 a few days ago and am incredibly disappointed to realize that this might be the only amp I really need.

Its feature set works great for home practice. Its footprint is pretty small. It gets loud enough for smaller gigs and rehearsals. It can take an extension cab if needed for louder venues. It has a direct out although it's kinda odd that the master volume affects the output. It has an effects loop for those who like such things.

So what am I supposed to do with the rest of my amps???

I really like my GK 400RB and 800RB and BagEnd cabs.

I might not really need these anymore….

Yeah, the Rumble has a baked in warm-ish tone, but it can be scooped and brighter with the right EQ settings. Is it perfect? No, but it does what it needs to do for what I need these days. Plus I can carry it easily with one hand. It might be the best amp I've owned because it's so versatile.

I can see how folks might not love the overall tone, and it's certainly not boutique, but it is a very practical piece of gear.

I was away from bass for a while, specifically when the Rumble V3 amps were released, and I've been similarly blown away by how nice they are. These Rumbles really have it all, including pretty reasonable prices. The only major improvement I can think of would be the addition of a tuner since I really enjoy having that on my Rumble Studio. I just think it's awesome that younger bassists can get so much power and volume for such a reasonable amount of money!

 

[WI Short Scaler]

Ok. I got this used Rumble 500 a few days ago and am incredibly disappointed to realize that this might be the only amp I really need.

Its feature set works great for home practice. Its footprint is pretty small. It gets loud enough for smaller gigs and rehearsals. It can take an extension cab if needed for louder venues. It has a direct out although it's kinda odd that the master volume affects the output. It has an effects loop for those who like such things.

So what am I supposed to do with the rest of my amps???

I really like my GK 400RB and 800RB and BagEnd cabs.

I might not really need these anymore….

Yeah, the Rumble has a baked in warm-ish tone, but it can be scooped and brighter with the right EQ settings. Is it perfect? No, but it does what it needs to do for what I need these days. Plus I can carry it easily with one hand. It might be the best amp I've owned because it's so versatile.

I can see how folks might not love the overall tone, and it's certainly not boutique, but it is a very practical piece of gear.

I had one for years when I played with a louder classic rock band. In the biggest lineup we had 6 people and the ext cab was necessary. It never let me down. Now we're a smaller 3 pc with cajon and no drums so I downsized to a Rumble 100.

Unlike you though, I'm perfectly happy with only one amp. I just have to pick which bass.

I do wish that the DI wasn't controlled by your amp master volume too. But the plus's far outweigh this negative. Enjoy that one amp while the others stare on jealously.

 

[mixbus]

Just picked up a Rumble 100 for practice. I have a Rumble 500C for louder things. I am covered for just about anything now.

The Yamaha TRB-JP2 is also new. Not sure if it’ll stick around. TBD

 

[John Stephen]

Yep, with a 100 and a 500 I’d say you do have it covered. Good choice.

 

[Thundar]

Ok. I got this used Rumble 500 a few days ago and am incredibly disappointed to realize that this might be the only amp I really need.

Its feature set works great for home practice. Its footprint is pretty small. It gets loud enough for smaller gigs and rehearsals. It can take an extension cab if needed for louder venues. It has a direct out although it's kinda odd that the master volume affects the output. It has an effects loop for those who like such things.

So what am I supposed to do with the rest of my amps???

I really like my GK 400RB and 800RB and BagEnd cabs.

I might not really need these anymore….

Yeah, the Rumble has a baked in warm-ish tone, but it can be scooped and brighter with the right EQ settings. Is it perfect? No, but it does what it needs to do for what I need these days. Plus I can carry it easily with one hand. It might be the best amp I've owned because it's so versatile.

I can see how folks might not love the overall tone, and it's certainly not boutique, but it is a very practical piece of gear.

I am pretty sure I had this same epiphany and wrote this same post about 5 years ago
My 500c is my "Sonic Lunchbox"! I can use it with my Rumble 210 ext cab and carry the whole club.
I can also set it on top of most any other 8 ohm cab, and it sounds amazing. Like you, I had a LOT of big heavy cabs to sell...Congrats on your killer new amp!

 

[LennyJ]

New Rumble amp day. I have a rumble 100 combo and I added the by pass in the back to use a separate head with the cabinet. Then added some batting and a new eminence delta lite speaker.

Just added a new rumble 800 head to the mix for a bit more power. Here she is:

 

[brisonic]

I am looking at the bigger Rumbles. The 200 is 579 and the 500 is only 70 dollars more at 649? That seems like a lot more juice for not much more money. The price jump from the 100 watt combo to the 200 watt combo seems large, but you are getting the ability to hook up an external speaker.

 

[ratdoc]

I am looking at the bigger Rumbles. The 200 is 579 and the 500 is only 70 dollars more at 649? That seems like a lot more juice for not much more money. The price jump from the 100 watt combo to the 200 watt combo seems large, but you are getting the ability to hook up an external speaker.

If raw power isn't the main issue, you should demo them if you can. They all sound different. The R200 is the one I really fell for.

 

[Thundar]

I am looking at the bigger Rumbles. The 200 is 579 and the 500 is only 70 dollars more at 649? That seems like a lot more juice for not much more money. The price jump from the 100 watt combo to the 200 watt combo seems large, but you are getting the ability to hook up an external speaker.

Unless you are hung up on 15's for some reason, the 500c is well worth the $70

 

[Stealth57]

Unless you are hung up on 15's for some reason, the 500c is well worth the $70

Add a 15 extension.

 

[brisonic]

Unless you are hung up on 15's for some reason, the 500c is well worth the $70

I actually prefer 10s. I mostly play in a church environment but want the external speaker jack as a just incase. I have a small Rumble 40 already. I like it fior weight especially. The 100 probably isn't worth it to me unless I XLR out to the house all of the time. Thing is, I have played in churches and other places where they were just not equipped to deal with bass. Listening to the 500 is probably the best play. That or an active speaker like the QSC CP12 are probably what I am most interested in I think.

 

[Bass Motifs]

I am looking at the bigger Rumbles. The 200 is 579 and the 500 is only 70 dollars more at 649? That seems like a lot more juice for not much more money. The price jump from the 100 watt combo to the 200 watt combo seems large, but you are getting the ability to hook up an external speaker.

I have the 200 and the 500. There is a slight difference in sound quality so depends what you want. If old school R&B is your thing then maybe the 200. Smooth. I'd suggest the 500 is probably more versatile overall. And a bit more grunt. Price difference is negligible in my view. You'll be playing a lot longer than you remember what you paid.

The beaming on the 200 (115) is more pronounced than the the 500 (210). If playing up close that might matter to you.

 

[hondo4life]

Guys, you have to let me back in the club. I just got a Rumble 210 v3 cab. The little Elf sounds great through it. This will probably be my next gig rig.