Fender Rumble Club

[GregT]

This is my current Rumble setup. A 100, 500, 115 cabinet, and the humble-Rumble 15. The 15 is the one I practice on most of the time. The 100 has seen the most live use over the years. After I picked up the 500 new recently, I noticed the 115 on Craigslist so I picked it up for a very reasonable price in case I ever need it for playing outside. The 500 is more than enough, but with the 15, it is just that much better! The logo was missing on the 115 when I got it, but I found the perfect answer because I don't think you can just buy the correct one anywhere. You'll notice the logo is missing from the 15. It was the same one as the 500! So if you ever need the logo, just find a 15 for sale cheap. Mine cost $50 used several years ago and it's been great for what it is.

 

[GonePlaid]

This is my current Rumble setup. A 100, 500, 115 cabinet, and the humble-Rumble 15. The 15 is the one I practice on most of the time. The 100 has seen the most live use over the years. After I picked up the 500 new recently, I noticed the 115 on Craigslist so I picked it up for a very reasonable price in case I ever need it for playing outside. The 500 is more than enough, but with the 15, it is just that much better! The logo was missing on the 115 when I got it, but I found the perfect answer because I don't think you can just buy the correct one anywhere. You'll notice the logo is missing from the 15. It was the same one as the 500! So if you ever need the logo, just find a 15 for sale cheap. Mine cost $50 used several years ago and it's been great for what it is.

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So it has a 15 in it and on it.

 

[G-Dog]

Well, this all sounds like secret Yank talk to me, but believe me, we down under have our own version of secret talk that nobody outside of Oz can understand. It's called "Strine". But the good thing is that no matter where we live, we all love us some Boomshakalacka, & the best Boomshakalacka comes from a Fender Rumble Boomshakalacka. Whatcha reckon?

Yazz, butnik iss just plain yank talk. I am beink regular yankee Joe 12-pak, off de legal immigrant persuasion. No secrets are beink expose-sed her-r-re in publik forum for world to see.

Yazz! I reckon-ize de !BOOM!-shackle-shackle-lack-a-daisy very much!

 

[G-Dog]

I own a R200 and a R100 (original version, no pre-post switch).
I tried daisy-chaining the two, and was disappointed to find that the R100 contributed much less than I expected to the overall volume level.
The level of the R100 is almost exactly 6dB less than the R200, no matter which amp is the "master" and which is the "slave".

See my post here:
Fender Rumble Club

Yeah, Ken, the FX Return sends the FX Send signal directly to that amp's wide open power amp with the first amp's Master determining the signal strength. So, whatever the Master is set to, that signal strength is sent to both a 100-watt power amp & 12' speaker AND to a 140-watt amp & 15' speaker. Of course, the the 140-watt 15' will be louder! ​

Sometimes when I daisy chain two Rumbles, I actually go into the regular input so I can control the volume of both. I know this is not the regular method, but it was worked well for me in some circumstances.

Yes, Greggie, there is no danger of damage going FX Send to another Input. But, since the signal is already EQ'd, you may want to reduce the Gain and/or other EQ to keep from overpowering to distortion.​

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That can be a good way to bi-amp the signal to 2 different tones! ​

 

[Mvf]

My 2x12 ministack on stage yesterday

 

[rodak]

My 2x12 ministack on stage yesterday

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Love the coily cords

 

[RedVee]

Been away a while.
Is the current R100 still he V3 with the nice fabric front and vertical controls ?

 

[Miles_ONeal]

Been away a while.
Is the current R100 still he V3 with the nice fabric front and vertical controls ?

Yes

 

[RedVee]

Yes

Thanks Miles!

 

[Miles_ONeal]

Thanks Miles!

Sure thing, Geoff!

 

[Mvf]

Love the coily cords

Yeah, me too. And it never turns into a bird's nest, like a regular cord usually does...

 

[BassTheory]

Hey gang - I just picked up a rumble 210 combo and 210 cab. Having a lot of trouble with the low end and interested in some experience (not so much your opinion - no offense) of taming it. I'm really digging the tone of the combo by itself although still find it booming (in all rooms) but usable. With the 210 extension cab its a total mess. Cannot dial the boom out without taking the life out of the tone.

I've tried:
cutting bass (and low mids) boosting mids, contour switches etc etc.

For context:
I use a fender P and Sandberg J, passives with rounds. I sometimes run the sansamp V2 into the combo for one of my bands - sounds way better but still boomy AF.

My other rig is a genzler kinetix and berg 212. I'm no newby to tone and rigs (played GK/Ampeg/Aggie).

I'm interested if others have noticed extra low end from the extension cab or do I just maybe have an issue with mine? Again, I like the sound of the combo by itself. but with the 210 on the bottom its horrible. I have also stacked them on a crate to decouple from the floor - doesnt help much at all.

I have also considered that it might be the 410 nature, as I am so used to 12s - been rocking a 212 setup in various ways for years now. Maybe I just miss the mid punch of 12s.

Yes I realise this is a cheap rig compared to my other one, but I love the easy load-ins/out and the look of the vertical stack. After years of playing I also don't care too much about stage quality sound but more about whats out front so I use a preamp for FOH. No I'm not interested in IEMs.

I might try a HPF if someone has found that to work? Otherwise the rumbles might not be for me sadly. I would still keep the combo as its great for easy rehearsals.

Thanks and sorry for the long winded post.

 

[GregT]

Hey gang - I just picked up a rumble 210 combo and 210 cab. Having a lot of trouble with the low end and interested in some experience (not so much your opinion - no offense) of taming it. I'm really digging the tone of the combo by itself although still find it booming (in all rooms) but usable. With the 210 extension cab its a total mess. Cannot dial the boom out without taking the life out of the tone.

I've tried:
cutting bass (and low mids) boosting mids, contour switches etc etc.

For context:
I use a fender P and Sandberg J, passives with rounds. I sometimes run the sansamp V2 into the combo for one of my bands - sounds way better but still boomy AF.

My other rig is a genzler kinetix and berg 212. I'm no newby to tone and rigs (played GK/Ampeg/Aggie).

I'm interested if others have noticed extra low end from the extension cab or do I just maybe have an issue with mine? Again, I like the sound of the combo by itself. but with the 210 on the bottom its horrible. I have also stacked them on a crate to decouple from the floor - doesnt help much at all.

I have also considered that it might be the 410 nature, as I am so used to 12s - been rocking a 212 setup in various ways for years now. Maybe I just miss the mid punch of 12s.

Yes I realise this is a cheap rig compared to my other one, but I love the easy load-ins/out and the look of the vertical stack. After years of playing I also don't care too much about stage quality sound but more about whats out front so I use a preamp for FOH. No I'm not interested in IEMs.

I might try a HPF if someone has found that to work? Otherwise the rumbles might not be for me sadly. I would still keep the combo as its great for easy rehearsals.

Thanks and sorry for the long winded post.

I had the same issue when I stacked two Rumble 100s on St. Patrick's Day, so now I have a Broughton Low + High Pass Filter just for that very purpose. I have the 500 and the 115 cab, so I am prepared if I ever need it. I didn't need it when I used only the 500 live a couple weeks ago, but I had it with me. Althought I haven't tried the HPF live yet, it absolutely does do the job in my little home studio. It really tightens up everything. Also, I set my amp on an Auralex Gramma Isolation Riser which decouples it from the floor, but you've already tried the crates. A high pass filter really does work with the Rumbles when needed! The Broughton was highly recommended here on TB.

 

[mapleglo]

Yeah, I've been using a HPF with all my rigs for some time now and it really works wonders. I find it is essential.

 

[G-Dog]

Hey gang - I just picked up a rumble 210 combo and 210 cab. Having a lot of trouble with the low end and interested in some experience (not so much your opinion - no offense) of taming it. I'm really digging the tone of the combo by itself although still find it booming (in all rooms) but usable. With the 210 extension cab its a total mess. Cannot dial the boom out without taking the life out of the tone.​

I've tried:
cutting bass (and low mids) boosting mids, contour switches etc etc.

For context:
I use a fender P and Sandberg J, passives with rounds. I sometimes run the sansamp V2 into the combo for one of my bands - sounds way better but still boomy AF.

My other rig is a genzler kinetix and berg 212. I'm no newby to tone and rigs (played GK/Ampeg/Aggie).

I'm interested if others have noticed extra low end from the extension cab or do I just maybe have an issue with mine? Again, I like the sound of the combo by itself. but with the 210 on the bottom its horrible. I have also stacked them on a crate to decouple from the floor - doesnt help much at all.

I have also considered that it might be the 410 nature, as I am so used to 12s - been rocking a 212 setup in various ways for years now. Maybe I just miss the mid punch of 12s.

Yes I realise this is a cheap rig compared to my other one, but I love the easy load-ins/out and the look of the vertical stack. After years of playing I also don't care too much about stage quality sound but more about whats out front so I use a preamp for FOH. No I'm not interested in IEMs.

I might try a HPF if someone has found that to work? Otherwise the rumbles might not be for me sadly. I would still keep the combo as its great for easy rehearsals.

Thanks and sorry for the long winded post.

Howdy, Theo! @BassTheory, you are now member #1909 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.

A few clarifying questions: 1) Which 210 combo do you have, the 500 or 800? Many here say the Neo speakers of the 800 are more articulate, or modern, sounding than the ceramics of the 500. 2) Have you tried any of the voicing (contour?) buttons, such as the Bright? [I now see you'd already answered that] 3) Have you tried the cab beside the combo? The stacked configuration does provide extra bass frequency extension by coupling.

You might have a look at the Rumble TONE POOL section of your Rumble Club Wiki page for some suggestions in your tone quest.

So, Theo, how about telling us a bit about yourself, such as your bass experience in general and your Rumble journey in particular? You'll certainly fit right in here since we have all kinds. But we all love to ... ... ...

Rumble On!​

 

[BassTheory]

Howdy, Theo! @BassTheory, you are now member #1909 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.

A few clarifying questions: 1) Which 210 combo do you have, the 500 or 800? Many here say the Neo speakers of the 800 are more articulate, or modern, sounding than the ceramics of the 500. 2) Have you tried any of the voicing (contour?) buttons, such as the Bright? [I now see you'd already answered that] 3) Have you tried the cab beside the combo? The stacked configuration does provide extra bass frequency extension by coupling.

You might have a look at the Rumble TONE POOL section of your Rumble Club Wiki page for some suggestions in your tone quest.

So, Theo, how about telling us a bit about yourself, such as your bass experience in general and your Rumble journey in particular? You'll certainly fit right in here since we have all kinds. But we all love to ... ... ...

Rumble On!​

Hey gang! Thanks for member # - rumble on low enders. Oh, I have the 500.

Great advice all round - I'll search the wikis and other sections, get a HPF for sure and will try stacking them side by side! I did try putting the 500C on the bottom and cab on top but it was mostly the same.

I am digging the look, weight and tone of the combo (and the two stacked look ace!) just need to tame the boom.
I guess they are called rumbles for reason lol.

I'll be using them in my postmetal band and my other 'rock' band. Cheers all!

 

[G-Dog]

... ... ... I did try putting the 500C on the bottom and cab on top but it was mostly the same. ... ... ...

Yes, the vertical speaker coupling happens no matter if the cab or combo are stacked on top or bottom.​

... ... ... I am digging the look, weight and tone of the combo (and the two stacked look ace!) just need to tame the boom.
I guess they are called rumbles for reason lol. ... ... ...

Yes, I couldn't believe the unicorn combination of lightweight, great tone, high power , low price and retro good looks when the V3 first came out!​

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But although the Rumbles are basically aimed at the classic Fender tone, they are quite adaptable in many ways. You just need to find your preferred way. ​

 

[dORSY]

Hey gang - I just picked up a rumble 210 combo and 210 cab. Having a lot of trouble with the low end and interested in some experience (not so much your opinion - no offense) of taming it. I'm really digging the tone of the combo by itself although still find it booming (in all rooms) but usable. With the 210 extension cab its a total mess. Cannot dial the boom out without taking the life out of the tone.

I've tried:
cutting bass (and low mids) boosting mids, contour switches etc etc.

For context:
I use a fender P and Sandberg J, passives with rounds. I sometimes run the sansamp V2 into the combo for one of my bands - sounds way better but still boomy AF.

My other rig is a genzler kinetix and berg 212. I'm no newby to tone and rigs (played GK/Ampeg/Aggie).

I'm interested if others have noticed extra low end from the extension cab or do I just maybe have an issue with mine? Again, I like the sound of the combo by itself. but with the 210 on the bottom its horrible. I have also stacked them on a crate to decouple from the floor - doesnt help much at all.

I have also considered that it might be the 410 nature, as I am so used to 12s - been rocking a 212 setup in various ways for years now. Maybe I just miss the mid punch of 12s.

Yes I realise this is a cheap rig compared to my other one, but I love the easy load-ins/out and the look of the vertical stack. After years of playing I also don't care too much about stage quality sound but more about whats out front so I use a preamp for FOH. No I'm not interested in IEMs.

I might try a HPF if someone has found that to work? Otherwise the rumbles might not be for me sadly. I would still keep the combo as its great for easy rehearsals.

Thanks and sorry for the long winded post.

I had good results with plugging sub ports. One or both depending on the room. Changes the cab's low end freq. tuning.

Also my boss cs-3 comp does wonders with P+flats. Somehow "tightens?" the lowend.

If none of these work, I bring out the "big guns", aka: multieffect with HPF and all the EQs (graphic and parametric).

 

[RL5]

If anyone is looking for a Rumble 100 at a potentially reasonable price, there's one for sale near me (I have no affiliation with this ad):

Fender Rumble 100 1x12 100W Bass Combo Amp - musical instruments - by owner - sale - craigslist

Selling my Fender Rumble 100 (1x12, 100W) bass combo. 2 years old, rarely used, and kept in a smoke‑free studio. Excellent condition — loud, lightweight, and super clean tone. Pickup in Monument /...

cosprings.craigslist.org

No idea if the seller is willing to ship.

 

[Never2Late]

Hey gang - I just picked up a rumble 210 combo and 210 cab. Having a lot of trouble with the low end and interested in some experience (not so much your opinion - no offense) of taming it. I'm really digging the tone of the combo by itself although still find it booming (in all rooms) but usable. With the 210 extension cab its a total mess. Cannot dial the boom out without taking the life out of the tone.

I've tried:
cutting bass (and low mids) boosting mids, contour switches etc etc.

For context:
I use a fender P and Sandberg J, passives with rounds. I sometimes run the sansamp V2 into the combo for one of my bands - sounds way better but still boomy AF.

My other rig is a genzler kinetix and berg 212. I'm no newby to tone and rigs (played GK/Ampeg/Aggie).

I'm interested if others have noticed extra low end from the extension cab or do I just maybe have an issue with mine? Again, I like the sound of the combo by itself. but with the 210 on the bottom its horrible. I have also stacked them on a crate to decouple from the floor - doesnt help much at all.

I have also considered that it might be the 410 nature, as I am so used to 12s - been rocking a 212 setup in various ways for years now. Maybe I just miss the mid punch of 12s.

Yes I realise this is a cheap rig compared to my other one, but I love the easy load-ins/out and the look of the vertical stack. After years of playing I also don't care too much about stage quality sound but more about whats out front so I use a preamp for FOH. No I'm not interested in IEMs.

I might try a HPF if someone has found that to work? Otherwise the rumbles might not be for me sadly. I would still keep the combo as its great for easy rehearsals.

Thanks and sorry for the long winded post.

I recently spent a lot of time with two Rumble 500's (and two Rumble 100's) to see if I could get a better tone than using one of each in my music room.

Abbreviated details relevant to your questions:

I had to elevate my single R500 a good distance from the floor to get rid of the boominess (24"). I tried it on a crate and on an On-Stage RS7500 stand, and while they reduced the boominess a little, it wasn't enough in my music room to matter. A ProLine stand that raised it 24" off of the floor made the biggest positive change. I believe @Wasnex has covered this in his posts about amp height relative to wavelength.

Adding a second R500 on the floor under the first put the boominess right back. Adding the second R500 on top of the first (48" off of the floor) was successful in NOT reintroducing boominess, but put the controls too high for me to see and did not add anything special enough to the tone for the hassle factor.

The second R500 also substantially increased the variability in sound depending on where I stood in the room, creating sweet spots and awful spots. @Wasnex and others have covered the reasons for this in posts about lobing, reflections, and echoes.

I have the bass knob down between 8:30 and 10:30 for chromes and nylons. Low mids are usually around 11 and high mids are between 2 and 3 o'clock. Bass is up higher for roundwounds, near 11:30.

The results were almost identical for the Rumble 100's, with one major difference: In my music room with my basses, the R100 sounds best and least boomy with both ports blocked (I just use rolled up washcloths).