Fender Rumble Club

[tedsalt]

Actually I like the pull tabs on my Bassman Neo 410s, and have had to use them, as my cabs had issues at first (had bought them used). I ended up tightening all the screws holding the speakers and the horn in, and there was some loose paper that was either glued on or painted on in the port, and I pulled that out. Now my cabs sound great! Maintenance folks, everything requires some basic maintenance! And the tabs allow for easier maintenance on the cabs ...

 

[Chains]

Yeah, the DI behind the master volume makes it unusable. That is a design mistake. I'm keeping my Markbass Super Booster DI pedal just for that purpose. Otherwise I love my Rumble v3 head!

Hey,
What do you guys mean by the DI being "behind" the master? And why is it unusable?
Thanks......

 

[tedsalt]

If it's true, when you change the master volume, it changes the volume out of the line out xlr connection to FOH. This makes it unusable in my book, as I like to be able to change my amp settings without affecting the volume out of the line out. Workaround is to use a DI box or mic the cabinet or both, which I'm prepared to do anyhow.

Or, you can still use it, *IF* you don't make any gain or master volume changes, which will affect the line out.

 

[Chains]

Hmm... I wonder if this is how my V2 150 is set up. From memory, I believe that adjusting the master will affect the FOH. Are there amps/heads where the DI volume is not changed when the master is changed?

 

[tedsalt]

Are there amps/heads where the DI volume is not changed when the master is changed?

I'm fairly certain most amps/heads are set up with a fixed output line out.

 

[jthisdell]

Hmm... I wonder if this is how my V2 150 is set up. From memory, I believe that adjusting the master will affect the FOH. Are there amps/heads where the DI volume is not changed when the master is changed?

 

[jthisdell]

I will need to check the DI on my V@ 150 as well. I use the DI regularly but without a sound guy who would notice this.

Just joined TB yesterday and learned something useful already!

 

[George Mann]

I will need to check the DI on my V@ 150 as well. I use the DI regularly but without a sound guy who would notice this.

Yes, the 150 has the same arrangement. But why would anyone want to alter the gain once they are level-matched?

 

[Chains]

Yes....I do not see this as a negative for the V3 models. Is it?

 

[Low Class]

I've been through the whole gambit of lightweight Class D amplifiers and had come to the conclusion that they just didn't have it. So, just to have something lightweight in my arsenal I bought the Rumble 500 head mainly because of the price. I must say that these amps sound so good I could give a dang about the DI. I now can't see my heavy amps leaving the house and I'll carry a DI box with me if I have to.

 

[mongo2]

Actually I like the pull tabs on my Bassman Neo 410s, and have had to use them, as my cabs had issues at first (had bought them used). I ended up tightening all the screws holding the speakers and the horn in, and there was some loose paper that was either glued on or painted on in the port, and I pulled that out. Now my cabs sound great! Maintenance folks, everything requires some basic maintenance! And the tabs allow for easier maintenance on the cabs ...

The pull tab is still there but it doesn't flop around anymore.

 

[tedsalt]

It really just depends on how you are using it. Personally I think a line out should have a fixed output.

It doesn't affect me as I have other ways to output to FOH.

 

[Thomas Leyva]

I just got a Rumble 100 v3 yesterday and only played it for a little while. But the few minutes I did I was very impressed! I really like it a lot and hope to play a lot more soon. I do want to say that I bought the amp for 2 reasons. First was because I called their customer service and thought they were awesome. Second, based on that call I immediately went and tested the 100 v3 and bought it on the spot. I hope to give some great reports on it later.

 

[Robert Spencer]

Love my Rumble 60!

 

[Linnin]

I just got a Rumble 100 v3 yesterday and only played it for a little while. But the few minutes I did I was very impressed! I really like it a lot and hope to play a lot more soon. I do want to say that I bought the amp for 2 reasons. First was because I called their customer service and thought they were awesome. Second, based on that call I immediately went and tested the 100 v3 and bought it on the spot. I hope to give some great reports on it later.

Welcome to the Fender Rumble Club, Thomas Leyva! You are member #165 There's a lot of love for the Rumble 100's, and we look forward to your review.

Rumbles Rock!

 

[Linnin]

Love my Rumble 60!

Welcome to the Fender Rumble Club, Robert Spencer! You are member #166 Those old first generation Rumbles are tough, and I still see them out there being played.

Rumble On!

 

[hotbass57]

As promised used my v3 500 combo with 2x10 ext. cab. Huge outdoor show. Monster pa so no problem with that. Halfway thru the first song guitar players cab goes out. So drums ,myself and singer finish song. Not fun but the show must go on. Sound guy comes up decision made to work on cab after the set and finish set using my 2-10 cab. So I did the tilt back and brought master up to 12 o'clock.Finished the set. Got guitar player cab fixed bad solder on input jack. So the v3 by itself performed like a champ. I could hear it no problems moving around on stage. This thing continues to impress me, I actually think it liked being pushed a bit. Still digging this fine example of a an amp done right. Fender great job!

 

[BloozBass]

Had another orchestra-only rehearsal yesterday - took the V3 100 and one of my shorty P's. After last week, I decided that since this show is mostly swing music, I'd put a set of Roto tapewounds on it looking for a more upright-type sound. Man, did it deliver!!! Yet another thing this little amp does well! Tons of punch, solid lows at lower volumes, nothing at all to complain about. Tomorrow we move into the main theatre and start rehearsals with the cast - I've never played this venue, but I understand it's pretty big, and the whole pit will be mic'ed. After reading the comments above, I can't wait to try out the built-in DI and see how it works. As time permits, I'll report back later. Happy Rumbling to all.

 

[RColie]

I know the new Rumble v3 combos are pretty new, but I was wondering if anyone has heard both the Rumble neo 112 cab *and* one of new Rumble v3 combos (100, 200 or 500). The descriptive words I'm reading for the v3 combos are vintage, dark, and warm. I'm wondering if the Neo 112 is a bit more balanced and clear. I've ordered a Rumble 500 v3 head, so I could drive a couple of neo 112s. Nothing is available locally to hear. Thanks for your input!

Bob

 

[Ken Morgan]

Just took possession of the newest line 410 cab and a V3 500 watt head. First time I've been a full time working live bassist in decades. Been active in studio work for a very long time...

Anyhow, after giving the Rumble setup a good going over, I am more than amazed. I've used a lot of bass gear in the studio, but this is a monster in versatility and touch responsiveness... Will be going on the stages, with jobs booked from 200 seat clubs to 5000 seat venues in the next few weeks...Looks like Fender has a winner