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Fender Pro Series Bass Cabinets and TB-600 & TB-1200 Bass Amplifiers.
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I still have a stack of 15s driven by an amp that weighs even more than one of the cabs. They're growing roots at my drummer's house ever since the Rumbles made the scene. So home and road is Rumble city and pure overkill rules the rehearsals. Unfortunately, he's a smoker so the big rig may never see the inside of my house again. My dear spouse has a heart of gold but nostrils made of whatever-the-most-sensitive-thing-imaginable-maybe-bloodhound-neurons up in her grill.
Rumble Club,
I've had a rumble v2 150 for 2 years and like the sounds I can get out of it. For my home practice room I find the flexibility in tone fine.
I've just started rehearsing with 3 other guys (2 guitars and drums) and none of us are head bangers. So the 150 is great for band practice and a bit overkill for practicing at home.
My issue is moving this thing. Stated weights on the internet are anywhere from 55 - 64 lbs.. So I'll use 60 lbs. as the current weight. I have to carry it down a full flight of stairs to load in my car. At practice I get a hand moving it around but back at home I have to get it out of the car and carry it back up a flight of stairs. A couple of months ago I threw my back out (getting back into playing after a long hiatus) and do not want to experience that again!!
I'm playing 60's/early 70's R&R, R&B and Blues. So I have a few questions:
I don't see this band playing big venues but that may change in the future (this band or another).
Thanks to the TB collective – I’ve gleaned a tremendous amount of information from this site!
BassPilot (aka Dave)
I've had a rumble v2 150 for 2 years and like the sounds I can get out of it. For my home practice room I find the flexibility in tone fine.
I've just started rehearsing with 3 other guys (2 guitars and drums) and none of us are head bangers. So the 150 is great for band practice and a bit overkill for practicing at home.
My issue is moving this thing. Stated weights on the internet are anywhere from 55 - 64 lbs.. So I'll use 60 lbs. as the current weight. I have to carry it down a full flight of stairs to load in my car. At practice I get a hand moving it around but back at home I have to get it out of the car and carry it back up a flight of stairs. A couple of months ago I threw my back out (getting back into playing after a long hiatus) and do not want to experience that again!!
I'm playing 60's/early 70's R&R, R&B and Blues. So I have a few questions:
- How big a venue would the 150 be adequate for with a balanced band not trying to vibrate the paint off the walls? Should I keep the 150 at band practice & for gigs and get a practice amp for home?
- I've looked at the Rumble 200 or 500 combo's. What will I get in an upgrade (?) from the 150 to the 200 or 500 natively?
- I know the ability to add an external cabinet is a major advantage so what are the differences between the 200 with a 2nd 115 or the 500 with a 115 or 210?
I don't see this band playing big venues but that may change in the future (this band or another).
Thanks to the TB collective – I’ve gleaned a tremendous amount of information from this site!
BassPilot (aka Dave)
Hi @BassPilot! Welcome to the Fender Rumble Club, and you've certainly come to the right place. Yeah, the V2 Rumble 150 combos are heavy due to MDF cabinetry. In the 3 years (2010-2013) of their manufacture they were the number one selling bass amp in total world wide sales. They sound fabulous and are plenty loud enough for a typical bar/dance club gig. One watt per person occupancy is a good rule of thumb. Usually anything of 250 people and above will require PA support no matter what amp you're using.
$200 USD new & shipped. No more moving your amp around except to gigs and back.
The Rumble 500 is just more of a good thing. Same front end. 350 watts into it's internal 2x10 Eminence drivers. 500 watts when a 8 ohm extension speaker cabinet is utilized. Too much of a good thing is barely enough!
So take your pick, as you can't loose.
You could easily keep your Rumble 150 for rehearsal & gigs, and just pick up a V3 Rumble 40 for personal practice. This is a very popular option for many bass players even those that use a different brand of amp for their gig-rig.
$200 USD new & shipped. No more moving your amp around except to gigs and back.
The V3 Rumble 200 combo is 140 watts into it's internal Eminence 15" woofer. This newly designed cabinet and woofer combination is killer for tone and SPL. If you haven't played through one, you should. See if you like the differences between the two. Also the 36 pound Rumble 200 will seem a lightweight miracle compared to the 60 pound Rumble 150. You get the full 200 watts with the addition of an 8 ohm extension speaker cabinet. That's a capability you just don't have with the Rumble 150. Both have D-Class ICE Power sections for clean, transparent, and reliable power.
The Rumble 500 is just more of a good thing. Same front end. 350 watts into it's internal 2x10 Eminence drivers. 500 watts when a 8 ohm extension speaker cabinet is utilized. Too much of a good thing is barely enough!
So take your pick, as you can't loose.
@BassPilot
If you follow Linnin's advice and get a 40W combo, I'd "dare you" to take it to band rehearsal and see if it can cut it. A big ten inch might not be your style but the Vintage button adds another inch to the speaker diameter so it goes to eleven.
If you follow Linnin's advice and get a 40W combo, I'd "dare you" to take it to band rehearsal and see if it can cut it. A big ten inch might not be your style but the Vintage button adds another inch to the speaker diameter so it goes to eleven.
No. Linnin said ''you could easily keep your Rumble 150 for rehearsals and gigs AND just pick up a Rumble the R40 for personal practice''.
Correct. And I'm saying the 40 can sit in for the 150 and find a way to be heard. BassPilot was saying that his is not a "headbanger" band so I'll stand by my comment.
you are correct too.Correct. And I'm saying the 40 can sit in for the 150 and find a way to be heard. BassPilot was saying that his is not a "headbanger" band so I'll stand by my comment.
Happy Birthday coming up, @Linnin. I think we should all have a 5th to celebrate.
A lot of new happy Rumblers after Christmas. I can say for sure my family had a wonderful Christmas. Life moves on and I am very proud that my daughter is mentally tough. Thanks for the prayers and well wishes...they have been effective.
btw...I am excited that a second band has asked me to join them on bass. This second band is well established and would be a great learning experience for me. If I join them...I should be able to reach my goal of being a solid bassist in a year. My wife is concerned that they play too many gigs.....I have to take that into consideration.
btw...I am excited that a second band has asked me to join them on bass. This second band is well established and would be a great learning experience for me. If I join them...I should be able to reach my goal of being a solid bassist in a year. My wife is concerned that they play too many gigs.....I have to take that into consideration.
Linnin,
Thanks for your reply - just the kind of info I was looking for. I need to find some time to go to the local music store to try these out and purchase one. I'm looking forward to spending a couple of hours listening to the difference between the 150 and these other amps and the advantages of new technologies.
With everything I've read I'm thinking I may keep the 150 as a backup and purchase a 200 or 500 as a main amp. I'd hate to get our first gig and have an amp issue (read about input jacks failing, noisy pots, etc).
For next week, I can't think of anything better than getting both of your rhythms back - Happy (early) Birthday!
Dave
Thanks for your reply - just the kind of info I was looking for. I need to find some time to go to the local music store to try these out and purchase one. I'm looking forward to spending a couple of hours listening to the difference between the 150 and these other amps and the advantages of new technologies.
With everything I've read I'm thinking I may keep the 150 as a backup and purchase a 200 or 500 as a main amp. I'd hate to get our first gig and have an amp issue (read about input jacks failing, noisy pots, etc).
For next week, I can't think of anything better than getting both of your rhythms back - Happy (early) Birthday!
Dave
Thanks for your kind birthday wishes, Dave.
I've got a V2 Rumble 75 that has the exact same front end as your 150, and I've got a V3 Rumble 200 combo. With no voicing options engaged the basic Fender signature tone is there in both with very little difference. What sonic differences there are will mainly be in the cabinet & driver design.
Happy Rumble Shopping! 
