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Fender Rumble V3 200 combo vs the Fender Rumble V3 500 combo ???

Davyo

Davyo

Davyo
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So one my house resident gigs is a small club with full PA support (club holds 140 people), currently I'm using my GK MB500 head with my Neo 212 ll cab (which sounds AMAZING) but for this residency gig I really only need a small combo as a personal monitor, I've demoed both the Rumble 500 combo and the Rumble 200 combo (not side by side, each at different stores) to my ears the the Rumble 200 with the 115 sounds a bit beefyer and just about as loud as the Rumble 500.

Even with the less wattage I'm still kinda leaning towards the Rumble 200 115.

I'm using a passive MIA P-bass with full PA support at this venue.

Opinions more than welcome from those that have had experience with both of these particular Rumble V3 combos (sound, tone, punch, volume, ect.)

Thanks much in advance.

Cheers
Davyo
 
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I have the v3 500 combo. I also use a 72 pbass (flats) with full pa support EV Powered subs/hi packs. I haven't played the 200, but the 500 can handle and put out some low end. The footprint isn't much bigger than the 200 weight is 36 ils. I think you would be happy with either, I just like having the extra power. Makes the 500 more versatile IMO. Good luck!
 
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Eminence really outdid themselves when they custom designed the 15" woofer for Fender.
Both the Rumble 200 1x15 combo, and the Rumble 115 cabinet have gotten a lot of love with many testimonies that there is a special tone mojo that is pure magic. It is the very same driver in both. The tone of which was found to be so pleasing that Fender decided to go ahead and use it in the combo even though the 300/600 watt power handling rating far exceeded the need.

The Rumble 200 and 500 combos share the very same box, so they are they same size. The 200 is 34 1/2 lbs vs 36 1/2 lbs for the 500. They share the very same fabulous front end for world famous Fender tone, and they both have D-Class ICEPower sections.

Since you are already partial to the sound of the 15 in the Rumble 200 combo, I'd go for it. It will make a great stage bass monitor and at rehearsals too. As time goes on you will find the tone so addictively pleasing that you will use it more and more. :thumbsup:
 
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I owned both after a full band practice i decided to trade in the 200 for the 500. .. it just cuts through the mix better and has more headroom. . I was a 15 guy but these 2 10s are just great sounding and have more volume then the 200.. more punch too.. only 2lbs heavier go for it.. i l
Played a few med sized places with pa support the xlr sounds great too.. the 200 sounds great too but i had it cranked at the practice just had enough. . Loud drummer and guitarist too.
 
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Well an update,,,, I ended up getting the Rumble V3 200 for my house club gig with full PA support,,,,,,,I really do like the 200 a lot, (got a killer open box deal on it) but two issues.

To hear myself using the 200 as a stage monitor I need to tilt it back to really hear it better and it seems a bit muddy when I'm on my low B string and lacks definition with my low B.

I'm wondering if swapping the Rumble 200 combo for the Rumble 500 might solve those two issues.

Of course everything depends on which brand of combo one is using as well as many other factors.

10's are usually easier to hear up close and 15's are usually better for not farting out with a bottom low B,,, at least that seems to be the general consensus.

Anyone care to chime in on how their V3 500 combo is doing with a low B ?

And any other opinions welcome with V3 200 vs the V3 500 ?

Thanks in advance
Cheers
Davyo
 
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Davyo said:
Well an update,,,, I ended up getting the Rumble V3 200 for my house club gig with full PA support,,,,,,,I really do like the 200 a lot, (got a killer open box deal on it) but two issues.

To hear myself using the 200 as a stage monitor I need to tilt it back to really hear it better and it seems a bit muddy when I'm on my low B string and lacks definition with my low B.

I'm wondering if swapping the Rumble 200 combo for the Rumble 500 might solve those two issues.

Of course everything depends on which brand of combo one is using as well as many other factors.

10's are usually easier to hear up close and 15's are usually better for not farting out with a bottom low B,,, at least that seems to be the general consensus.

Anyone care to chime in on how their V3 500 combo is doing with a low B ?

And any other opinions welcome with V3 200 vs the V3 500 ?

Thanks in advance
Cheers
Davyo
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Hey thanks for the info..i am in the same boat as you are about the 200 vs 500, i just wish they made a 500 with a 15"...would solve all my probs
 
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Davyo said:
10's are usually easier to hear up close and 15's are usually better for not farting out with a bottom low B,,, at least that seems to be the general consensus.
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Davyo said:
So one my house resident gigs is a small club with full PA support (club holds 140 people), currently I'm using my GK MB500 head with my Neo 212 ll cab (which sounds AMAZING) but for this residency gig I really only need a small combo as a personal monitor, I've demoed both the Rumble 500 combo and the Rumble 200 combo (not side by side, each at different stores) to my ears the the Rumble 200 with the 115 sounds a bit beefyer and just about as loud as the Rumble 500.

Even with the less wattage I'm still kinda leaning towards the Rumble 200 115.

I'm using a passive MIA P-bass with full PA support at this venue.

Opinions more than welcome from those that have had experience with both of these particular Rumble V3 combos (sound, tone, punch, volume, ect.)

Thanks much in advance.

Cheers
Davyo
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Definitely go for the rumble 500
 
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bftbassman said:
Hey thanks for the info..i am in the same boat as you are about the 200 vs 500, i just wish they made a 500 with a 15"...would solve all my probs
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Update, picked up Ampeg Portaflex pf500& 115 he 15" cab. I am a Fender guy but found it for $400, kid got it and did not use it, came in the original box. Turns out to be pro gear and the tone is amazing !!! the flip top is awesome. I will prob still get the v3 200 and have the the best of both worlds.I will be honest and admit i copped a whole new tone with Ampeg i never had before,it bites thru the mix and records very well. So,i record with Ampeg and Fender bassman head from the 70's and i think i have every tone i will ever need covered.
 
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I own the 200 and a few years back I wanted more (I thought) so I bought the 500. I returned the 500 since I didn't notice a big volume jump and I liked the tone of the 200 with the 115 more. Still...being lazy (just wanting to carry one amp/cab) I still needed more power at times so I also added a GK MB212-ii to the stable. That has plenty of power and many times is too loud for the soundguy ha ha.
 
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