Actually you are. You are Rumbler #754. Did I miss notifying you?
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Oooops, I stand corrected. Sorry and thanks!
I mentioned this on another thread and thought it was worth mentioning here.....I played them all...and currently own a GK MB212-ii that "WAS" my primary gigging rig, but these days I much prefer the classic tones and warm punch of my Rumble rig. Are there much, much more expensive boutique-ish amps I may like as much or a bit more, sure....but paying 200%-300%+ more for maybe having a 5% "better"(subjective i know) tone is NOT a winning equation for me.
For example, I also like some the MarkBass tones, its costs nearly twice as much as the Rumbles...but does certainly not sound twice as good
For the price, widespread availability and growing reputation, the Rumbles cant be beat, been gigging with it weekly since last Nov., not one hint of an issue.
For example, I also like some the MarkBass tones, its costs nearly twice as much as the Rumbles...but does certainly not sound twice as good
For the price, widespread availability and growing reputation, the Rumbles cant be beat, been gigging with it weekly since last Nov., not one hint of an issue.
Yes I read that!I mentioned this on another thread and thought it was worth mentioning here.....I played them all...and currently own a GK MB212-ii that "WAS" my primary gigging rig, but these days I much prefer the classic tones and warm punch of my Rumble rig. Are there much, much more expensive boutique-ish amps I may like as much or a bit more, sure....but paying 200%-300%+ more for maybe having a 5% "better"(subjective i know) tone is NOT a winning equation for me.
For example, I also like some the MarkBass tones, its costs nearly twice as much as the Rumbles...but does certainly not sound twice as good
You're a good man @FirewalZ 
Thanks... My approach to Rumble bashing threads or posts is to respond with personal experience and testimony and/or a well thought out counter argument. I try to avoid "glittering generalities, most haters probably just don't like the classic footprint or have not spent time with the eq and I try to point that out
It's pretty clear who has and who hasn't actually played through a Fender Rumble. Plus the usual haters & bashers.Thanks... My approach to Rumble bashing threads or posts is to respond with personal experience and testimony and/or a well thought out counter argument. I try to avoid "glittering generalities, most haters probably just don't like the classic footprint or have not spent time with the eq and I try to point that out
Yea, usually when probed....they went into a GC, pulled something off the wall, set controls at noon and passed judgement after 5 min
Oh yes! Completely unbiased and magnanimousYea, usually when probed....they went into a GC, pulled something off the wall, set controls at noon and passed judgement after 5 min
I have a 210 with the Rumble 500 head and I too was skeptical, I mean sure, everyone in the Rumble Clubs vouches for them. It was weird to hear the great bass sound at our jam and seeing that little cab with 3 guitarists and a firm hitting drummer. Master was at about 12:30. Convinced me. Now I'm GASSING for a second 210. I mean, you may not like it in the end but it's good you're trying it.
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I play, basically, exclusively at church, I just picked up a 40 over a 25 for the specific reason of having an XLR out. So, yep, get the 40. You won't regret it. Also, be extra nice to the guy at Guitar Center and he may get you out the door for $160 or so.
I used to work at GC, so I have some connections.
Thanks to all for your help and will let you know how it ends up.
Lenny
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So got together with the guys from the band last night. My practice room is 10x12, and my guitarist decided to get funny and twist knobs when I stepped out for a bio break... Sadly he hurt as bad as the rest of us after the first string was hit... Holy smokes this rig gets loud!
The only honest reason I can give you is my own, I picked the V3 200 combo because it had a 15" speaker & I have always liked 15" speakers in my combos & cabs. But today's speakers are light years ahead of what I had back in the 80's, many of the newer 12" speakers sound great the V3 100 & 2x10 cabs being a prime example.
100 needs a speaker upgrade if you want to push it hard, the stock speaker is not up to the task. The 112 cab speaker is much better than the one in the 100. On the other hand, the 200 combo was endowed with the same speaker as the 115 cab, but is a tad tighter and punchier in the smaller box.
Plus the ability to add a cab to make it a true "rig" and not just a combo. There are many reasons to pick the 200 over the 100. An additional $150 well spent.
I reloaded my 100 with an Eminence 2512 and got an increase in output that puts me somewhere in between the stock 100 and the 200. I'm happy for the moment with those results, and if I need anything bigger on a job, I can always roll out my TC BG250 or my old Ampeg B2.
Well, played an open mic night with my 100v3, stock speaker (first time out with it). Just me and a guy strumming acoustic guitar and singing. But, it was outdoors and the PA was pretty loud for an acoustic gig. I was worried listening to the acts before us that I wouldn't be loud enough (I wasn't gonna run through the PA). But, turned out that just as we got going the sound man told me to turn down! I had the gain at noon, master at about 2:00, all eq at noon, no drive, and with the VINTAGE button pushed in. Played my American Jazz Bass with the pickups blended more toward the neck pickup. I just turned my bass down a bit.
Tone-wise it sounded rounder than I expected. The amp was about six feet behind me. I noticed that my low F# on the E-string didn't have much bottom, but that was the only note that didn't sound full, maybe D on the A-string as well. I ended up plucking a little more toward the bridge to bring some more mids out to give certain notes more tonality.
Overall, I'm very pleased, especially with the volume. Could've easily handled an un-mic'd drummer up there. I may still replace the speaker, but no hurry at this point for sure considering the outcome tonight.
Tone-wise it sounded rounder than I expected. The amp was about six feet behind me. I noticed that my low F# on the E-string didn't have much bottom, but that was the only note that didn't sound full, maybe D on the A-string as well. I ended up plucking a little more toward the bridge to bring some more mids out to give certain notes more tonality.
Overall, I'm very pleased, especially with the volume. Could've easily handled an un-mic'd drummer up there. I may still replace the speaker, but no hurry at this point for sure considering the outcome tonight.
I've started using that when I play at church--instead of a DI to go into the board.
Works great...
So the Rumble 500...does it have built in compression? I love my Orange crush combo but I'd like to add a combo for smaller gigs where I can control the compression. I already know i love the tone of the new Fender stuff. Killer gear with a very stylish vibe
Sort of. When you up the gain, the compression kicks in.
