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I had a question for the rumblers. Is there a v3 rumble extension that is designed for the rumble 200combo? I mean it has the output for an additional cabinet just seems like the 210 may be way more cab than that combo can handle.
It will handle any of them. Most will say matching cabs is better than mixing. The 200c has a 15" in it, so the 1x15 would be recommended; however, some like a 2x10 & 1x15 mix.
And the 112 cabinet is a fit size-wise.
I didn't think there was a 1x12 extension just the 100c has the 1x12. Just a 1x15 and a 2x10 extension in v3. I also thought they changed the extension up to the same size as the 200c and 500c maybe I'm mistaken.
Most sites that sell the Rumble series will have the dimensions in the specs. I don't know about the 200, but the 2x10 cab is the same size as the 500c. The 1x15 is wider. I use the 500c and the 2x10.
I have the 500c and the 2x10 extension, and I've always wanted to bi amp into a 200c and 1x15 extension and see what both rigs together would sound like.
See below:
Here ya go! The new Rumble 210 (same size box and speakers as Rumble 500 combo) on top of the new Rumble 112
and with grills off
Praising the 100c.
I originally bought this amp more out of curiosity than anything and it turned out to be a real steal. I got it from GC used site and the description was wrong. It said it has 15" speaker. Even when I called the store in North Carolina that had it, they claimed it was a 15, so I was expecting some sort of Frankensteined rig.
It turned out to be a pristine 100c with the usual 12" in it. I found it a bit much for bedroom practive, so it mostly lives with the sound equipment in storage, but I take it out now and again. Twice I have used it on gigs where we had full FOH support. It works beautifully for that. There is plenty of stage volume with the drums, monitors, and guitar amp going.
My band doesn't practice often, but we did last night as we had to work in a sub drummer for a gig coming up.
We are in a 2 car garage with a Marshall half stack and a drummer. This little amp had no problem fitting in. I was playing my P Select. Gain 10, Vintage on all EQ as 12, master at 12. The drummer commented the bass sounded good. The Guitarist told him I have some nice basses.
I originally bought this amp more out of curiosity than anything and it turned out to be a real steal. I got it from GC used site and the description was wrong. It said it has 15" speaker. Even when I called the store in North Carolina that had it, they claimed it was a 15, so I was expecting some sort of Frankensteined rig.
It turned out to be a pristine 100c with the usual 12" in it. I found it a bit much for bedroom practive, so it mostly lives with the sound equipment in storage, but I take it out now and again. Twice I have used it on gigs where we had full FOH support. It works beautifully for that. There is plenty of stage volume with the drums, monitors, and guitar amp going.
My band doesn't practice often, but we did last night as we had to work in a sub drummer for a gig coming up.
We are in a 2 car garage with a Marshall half stack and a drummer. This little amp had no problem fitting in. I was playing my P Select. Gain 10, Vintage on all EQ as 12, master at 12. The drummer commented the bass sounded good. The Guitarist told him I have some nice basses.
Right on! like I said maybe I'm mistaken. Good to know. Also it appears at least from Fender specs on site, that the 200c 500c and 210 extension are all the same size and the 115 extension is 4" wider and .5" deeper (different height of course).
Two 500C are an incredibly light weight 700 watts. And a cheaper and lighter way to to get to 1000
1000: 2 x 500 plus 4 x 410: $2400 & 260lbs
1000: 2 x 500 plus 4 x 210: $2200 & 166lbs
1000: 2 x 500 plus 4 x 115: $2000 & 166lbs
700: 2 x 500C: $1200 & 73lbs
1000: 2 x 500C & 2 x 115: $1800 & 151 lbs
1000: 2 x 500C & 2 x 210: $2000 & 151 lbs
(Price & weight from Sweetwater, happy to make corrections)
The search bar isn't helping much, so I figure this might be a good place to ask:
Does anyone know if the Rumble 500 head can be run with no speaker load / direct only? I'm guessing this is not recommended since it's not listed as a feature, but it'd be a nice bonus if it works and can be done safely.
Also, how's the reliability? I've had an Ampeg PF-500 and an Orange Terror Bass that both blew up under normal use, so I've been kind of wary of the Class D stuff since. I'm hoping the tech has improved in the 5 or 6 years since I last bought tiny bass amps.
Does anyone know if the Rumble 500 head can be run with no speaker load / direct only? I'm guessing this is not recommended since it's not listed as a feature, but it'd be a nice bonus if it works and can be done safely.
Also, how's the reliability? I've had an Ampeg PF-500 and an Orange Terror Bass that both blew up under normal use, so I've been kind of wary of the Class D stuff since. I'm hoping the tech has improved in the 5 or 6 years since I last bought tiny bass amps.
Yes on the no speaker.
I haven't had it long enough to speak to reliability. Never heard a bad story though.
Yes, the 500 head can be run with no speaker load. Reliability seems to be very good. We have seen only a few issues with the Rumble series. For those, the warranty and Fender service has been good.
I own 3 rumbles. My original 100 I bought used from GC started loosing volume after about an hour of playing. I took it to an authorized service center and they sent me a brand new amp.
I own 3 rumbles. My original 100 I bought used from GC started loosing volume after about an hour of playing. I took it to an authorized service center and they sent me a brand new amp.
Good to hear! Thanks Scatabrain / Dav!
I've been looking for a good backup/practice rig for my girlfriend's Bassman 100t, and the 500 head seems to be the best option I can find. Pretty close soundwise, extremely portable, and not much more expensive used than a nice pedal.
I've been looking for a good backup/practice rig for my girlfriend's Bassman 100t, and the 500 head seems to be the best option I can find. Pretty close soundwise, extremely portable, and not much more expensive used than a nice pedal.
