BobDeRosa
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You can plug headphones into the Rumble 100 and not disturb neighbors at all.
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First bass amp suggestion
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You can plug headphones into the Rumble 100 and not disturb neighbors at all.
The Rumble 100 is my amp of choice in my home studio. I take the front off to get a Shure SM57 close to the speaker.
You can also ask any question about it in the knowledgeable and friendly Fender Rumble Club:
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Get the Rumble 100. Eventually you'll move up to the 500 or higher. I've played the Rumble 100 with bands and kept up. The 500 is the better option for playing with bands. You may be able to get a used one for close to the price of a new 100.
If you want to buy a gig/rehearsal worthy amp and you are on a tight budget (if the cost of a Rumble 100 is all you want to swing, then you are), it's always a good Idea to look at used stuff.
I'd go modular. Ideally, you'd get two identical cabinets. 1x12" or 2x10".
You can leave one at the rehearsal space and take one home with you.
Even better: If you're only planning to join a band, you can get only one to begin with and then get a second one when you've found the band.
I'd go modular. Ideally, you'd get two identical cabinets. 1x12" or 2x10".
You can leave one at the rehearsal space and take one home with you.
Even better: If you're only planning to join a band, you can get only one to begin with and then get a second one when you've found the band.
No worries, the only stupid questions here are ones that you need to know the answer to but are afraid to ask! Bass amps are different than guitar amps, they will sound fine at very low levels (especially for practice). I do most of my at-home practice when I need to plug in, using headphones and my iPad, through my Genzler Magellan head (no speakers). So if you are set on moving into a band as soon as you are ready, don’t worry about thinking that you need a separate rig for practice. Your best bet, if you have something to use in the meantime (you can even use a guitar amp in your apartment at really low volumes, all you need to do is hear yourself), is to save up and get something more gig-worthy. In the meantime, read up here on Talkbass and try different amps in stores. In 3 months or so, you’ll be much better informed.
There's an Elf in the classifieds for sale that you could easily use both places. 200w can sound plenty loud, especially with enough speakers with a variety of cab options as was mentioned before. I like modular setups, as a "build the rig to the situation" resolution. There are a variety of quality single speaker cabs, my opinionated ears like to go for the 2x10s or 2x12s. I'm still waiting for a time when I "need" a 6x12 cab and when the time comes to finally buy one I will then and only then be truly happy. 
A little past your budget, but G.A.S. demands you stretch a little, 
. 100w with a 12" speaker will give you good power. Also has AUX in and headphone jack for silent practicing.
https://www.guitarcenter.com/Ampeg/...wTik-gFDa5zedaPMdQ2QpXf0P3qeJR8hoC6JoQAvD_BwE
. 100w with a 12" speaker will give you good power. Also has AUX in and headphone jack for silent practicing.https://www.guitarcenter.com/Ampeg/...wTik-gFDa5zedaPMdQ2QpXf0P3qeJR8hoC6JoQAvD_BwE
Try to buy used if you can. If this is your first buy, you may not have the savvy to do well in that regard. That said, the Fender Rumble 100 is a good choice (I own the Rum100 and Rum40). Unless you are playing in a relentlessly loud rock band, the Rumble 100 should suffice. It is easy to transport and if things do not work out, these are dead easy to resell. (A factor you may not have thought of)
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Okay ... THIS is what you want. I played one on the backline of a street festival and no PA support needed. It was angled upward cuz we were on a low stage, leaning against some kinda road case, and a sparrow flew in front of it. Poof! Nothing but feathers flying around. A guy who lives in the next county came up after the show and said he was listening from his front porch and heard me miss three notes on Plush.
You will need a hand truck to move it.
You will be able to leave it to your grandkids after you die from old age. It is indestructible. They'll need to clean the scratchy pots and the fx jacks. But it will still be working.
(Wish PV still made em like this. But without the weight)
I knew a guy who had one of these on top of an old PV 4x10. (Seriously) He was, of course, arrested as soon as he turned it on. Attemped manslaughter.
You will need a hand truck to move it.
You will be able to leave it to your grandkids after you die from old age. It is indestructible. They'll need to clean the scratchy pots and the fx jacks. But it will still be working.
(Wish PV still made em like this. But without the weight)
I knew a guy who had one of these on top of an old PV 4x10. (Seriously) He was, of course, arrested as soon as he turned it on. Attemped manslaughter.
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The Rumble 100 will work fine for rehearsal.
In a small room it will keep up with a R&B group just fine.
You'll want a bigger amp for gigging in bigger rooms, but the Fender will make a fine rehearsal and practice at home option.
Start with it and worry about a bigger amp down the road...
My 2 cents.
In a small room it will keep up with a R&B group just fine.
You'll want a bigger amp for gigging in bigger rooms, but the Fender will make a fine rehearsal and practice at home option.
Start with it and worry about a bigger amp down the road...
My 2 cents.
With your budget, I'd consider the Phil Jones Session 77. Sounds great, super easy to use and it has a headphone out if you don't want to bug your neighbors. There's a lightly used one on the Guitar Center website for $370 right now [Invalid or Expired Link Removed]. It's also pretty small, so it won't take up too much room. Some people will say hunt for a deal on a used combo with more watts, but man, it's a full-time job finding genuine deals right now. If you're just starting 100w is fine. You can practice with that. Better to get playing than wait months for the perfect deal.
You can use any amp you like, they all have volume knobs. I’ve used an SVP pro pre amp with a 1000 watt power amp into an 810 cab for practice at home for years.
'Nuff discush'n! Just get the Rumble 100 and be done with it!
I also agree that the Fender Rumble 100 is enough to start with. The fenders have a DI out (to go to the PA) and also, and effects loop. Later on, you can buy a second Rumble 100 and daisy chain them (send out of first amp to return on second amp). The first amp controls everything so you can stack em.
Or, for the same price, purchase a Fender Rumble 500 and get more wattage and the ability to add another cab. But man, two R100s together is hella loud.
Watch this and see where the 100 sits with a med loud drummer. Listen to the room mic.
Or, for the same price, purchase a Fender Rumble 500 and get more wattage and the ability to add another cab. But man, two R100s together is hella loud.
Watch this and see where the 100 sits with a med loud drummer. Listen to the room mic.
This or the GK MB112-II would be good. I’ve gigged with the GK with no issues.
Thanks everyone for the replies! I'll probably end up with the rumble 100 but I'm also considering Phil Jones s-77, hardke kb12 and Eden Terra Nova TN 2251. I need to check what is the best deal in Poland.
If buying through Thomann is a possibility, then Eden, Harley Benton, and Behringer also become possibilities for you! Ashdown equipment may also be cheaper than Fender out there.
