Fender Rumble Club

[GregT]

There have been a lot of combo amps with a single 15 over the years. I have played through and owned many. Some are highly sought after vintage amps still today. I really think the Rumble 200 has all of the ones I've played through beat. I agree that you just don't "feel" some other amps. I will never forget the first time I used my Rumble 200 in a club where no one ever danced. I know it was the "Feel of the Rumble" that got them up and dancing between the chairs. There was no dance floor. 15s are my favorite still today. If you like 15s, the 200 really does the job. Way better than "_____"!!!

 

[Linnin]

I concur completely, @GregT. The Rumble 200 combo is a very attractive 'grab 'n' go' rig that is perfect for bar gigs and gets the job done all while sounding great doing it. The fact that it is only $400 is phenomenal. Proving Rumbles Rock is more than just one of many Fender Rumble Club slogans. It's the truth!

 

[rodl2005]

The GB Streamliner 900 will certainly get LOUD! ! But it's baked in pillowy / bassy tone was what I couldn't come to grips with. Ppl said its like an all tube amp, but that wasn't my view.
I've used all tube amps all my life & it wasn't like any I've used. Each to his own of course.

 

[Specs4u 2 c]

Thanks, @Linnin - I'm sure it'll be OK, even though it's a little bit of a hassle Going to have to play my old Ampeg for a couple of weeks, though

Try cranking up the gain and use the vintage setting,. Then dime the drive and you can set the level to as low as 8 o'clock.
Dunno, works for me.

 

[Linnin]

The GB Streamliner 900 will certainly get LOUD! ! But it's baked in pillowy / bassy tone was what I couldn't come to grips with. Ppl said its like an all tube amp, but that wasn't my view.
I've used all tube amps all my life & it wasn't like any I've used. Each to his own of course.

I'm with ya! I've owned a Silverfaced Bassman 100 + 2x15 JBL D-140 loaded cab; a Bassman Ten, and finally a 1979 Studio Bass that carried me through the 1980's without a hitch. Numerous gigs and bar bands plus all original bands and studio sessions. A rather large 'lifequake' forced the sale almost everything I owned. I was able to hold onto my beloved '76 Precision. My drummer and best friend bought the Studio Bass and still owns it to this day. I rock Rumbles because they are good and affordable. They can sound as close to an all tube Bassman 100 as any solid state amp ever has. They may very well be the most reliable amp on the market today and they have a very solid history. Only a very few people have had any problems. Most of them small.

 

[JakobT]

Try cranking up the gain and use the vintage setting,. Then dime the drive and you can set the level to as low as 8 o'clock.
Dunno, works for me.

Thanks for the tip.

It's not as though it's a function I'll be using that much, though, but things that don't work properly bug me. Also, as @Linnin pointed out, if left alone a fault like that might cause other problems down the line. So I've shipped the amp off to the store I've bought it from, and they've confirmed my suspicions - the overdrive on the amp isn't working properly. They've ordered a new one in, so I'll be taking delivery of a brand, spanking new Rumble 100 in a couple of weeks' time.

 

[Linnin]

I've shipped the amp off to the store I've bought it from, and they've confirmed my suspicions - the overdrive on the amp isn't working properly. They've ordered a new one in, so I'll be taking delivery of a brand, spanking new Rumble 100 in a couple of weeks' time.

Now that's good customer service and the way it should be.

 

[JakobT]

Now that's good customer service and the way it should be.

Indeed. Once the problem was confirmed, they apologized and put it right. Definitely the right spirit.

 

[eric_B]

I could get a good deal on an Eminence Deltalite II 2512 speaker so decided to bite the bullet and check how much of an improvement that is for my Rumble V3 100.
Can still return it if I don't like it, I'll post my findings.

 

[Bassmunnky]

You most surely can! 112; 115, 210, or 410. The 112 and 210 have a footprint that matches up perfectly with the 200 and 500 combos, while the 115 and 410 are larger. Just go to the source, and look up all the specs. Invalid Link Removed Use any head you'd like. Fender Rumble 200 and 500 heads are also available. The new Fender Bassman 500 head would also be a killer choice. Enjoy!

Thank you!!!!

 

[Linnin]

I could get a good deal on an Eminence Deltalite II 2512 speaker so decided to bite the bullet and check how much of an improvement that is for my Rumble V3 100.
Can still return it if I don't like it, I'll post my findings.

Brilliant! Intelligent Tinkering is exactly what Leo Fender did that made his company world famous. Modifications that don't work out are just as important as the ones that do! And by all means do Rumble On!

 

[eudaimonia]

There have been a lot of combo amps with a single 15 over the years. I have played through and owned many. Some are highly sought after vintage amps still today. I really think the Rumble 200 has all of the ones I've played through beat. I agree that you just don't "feel" some other amps. I will never forget the first time I used my Rumble 200 in a club where no one ever danced. I know it was the "Feel of the Rumble" that got them up and dancing between the chairs. There was no dance floor. 15s are my favorite still today. If you like 15s, the 200 really does the job. Way better than "_____"!!!

Haven't tried 200 but I sure love my 500H with 115

 

[Shawn Luckman]

Nothing but good things to say about the Rumble 200. I have Always loved 15" speakers either in stacks or combo's I have owned my Rumble 200, for 7 months now and it still amazes me how well made & great sounding this combo is I love it

 

[Cedde]

Here's my Rumble 115 cab with a Bassman 500 head and my Fender CS Jazz Bass

 

[DerekW]

Gorgeous matching set!

 

[Linnin]

Gorgeous matching set!

drool

 

[eudaimonia]

Here's my Rumble 115 cab with a Bassman 500 head and my Fender CS Jazz Bass

Wau, perfect match. I didn't know they fit.
Mmmmm... I have the 115 cab.
All I need is Bassman head...

 

[Cedde]

eudaemonia buy it! Its a great amp!

 

[eudaimonia]

eudaemonia buy it! Its a great amp!

I might just do that!

I googled the specs. Now I understand why there is a speakon connector in 115.
Have you tried Rumble heads? How would you describe the differences of sound?
I have 500H. Do I really "need" the Bassman?

 

[Linnin]

Do I really "need" the Bassman?

But of course you do! And another Rumble 115 to go with it. Ha!