I just want a simple amp.

[Thrillhouse]

Why not just get an amp you like and not touch the knobs? That way it ends up being the same difference as not having any.

 

[FourNotFive]

1. Find an amp that you dig and set to taste.
2. Put an aluminum box over it with a giant knob.
3. Enjoy the simplicity.

 

[chrisjazzebass]

If you just want a flat response, a Little Mark II / III with the EQ set at noon and the VLE and VPF all the way down will get you there, according to measurements done at Bass Gear Magazine (issue 1, page 51).

If you want no knobs for some other reason, well...

 

[Molan]

How about a powered cab?

That cuts you right down to just your bass and a simple DI interface plus one box

The Bag End powered cabs are pretty cool for this sort of setup.

 

[Troph]

This is heresy. Next thing you'll try to tell me is that I don't need 5 pickups on my bass, either.

 

[Jeff Scott]

Why not just get an amp you like and not touch the knobs? That way it ends up being the same difference as not having any.

If you just want a flat response, a Little Mark II / III with the EQ set at noon and the VLE and VPF all the way down will get you there, according to measurements done at Bass Gear Magazine (issue 1, page 51).

If you want no knobs for some other reason, well...

The OP's concept is to have a minimum of "stuff" between his bass and the speakers; this makes perfect sense to those of us familiar with high end stereo system philosophy. One shining purveyor if this is Nelson Pass:

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[Scottkarch]

Well, there is the MicroMark 8" combo that has a power switch and 2 knobs. That's the closest I could find.

 

[JimmyM]

The OP's concept is to have a minimum of "stuff" between his bass and the speakers; this makes perfect sense to those of us familiar with high end stereo system philosophy. One shining purveyor if this is Nelson Pass:

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I guess it's fine if you're into reproducing sound, but we're creating sound. And even when you're reproducing sound, even when your head is flat, your cabs never are, so I just don't see why you wouldn't want at least a couple knobs to make up for it.

But far be it from me to tell others what they should want. If that's your thing, I'm sure you can find a way to get it. Just don't come crying to me when room modes screw with your tone and you can't do a thing about it

 

[icecycle66]

But far be it from me to tell others what they should want. If that's your thing, I'm sure you can find a way to get it. Just don't come crying to me when room modes screw with your tone and you can't do a thing about it

Exactly, now get out or answer the question.

 

[thewildest]

Phil Jones. Compact, reliable, warm, powerful, great sounding

 

[JimmyM]

Oh sorry, I thought you posted this on a public forum. My mistake. I forgot that Talkbass was private, and the posters were only looking for getting their butts kissed and not looking for any potential downsides of their bad ideas. But now that you have reminded me of that, I'll be sure to bear that in mind. Enjoy your bad idea.

 

[Right_Butterscotch64]

The epiphone valve Jr has like one knob doesn't it? I hear its useable for bass. Also, please be nice to the kind people that are trying to help you.

 

[BurningSkies]

If you're that into it that you're going to get snappy... Go hire someone to build one for you.

 

[monsterthompson]

this guy got no love for the same question
http://www.talkbass.com/forum/f15/single-one-uno-volume-only-knob-tube-bass-amp-878570/

 

[monsterthompson]

the orange AD200B MK 3 Head is pretty lean on controls, but still more than the OP wants.

 

[hsech]

If your bass also only has a single knob for volume and nothing else, you are screwed.

 

[seanm]

Some manufacturers have defeat switches for the EQ. This allows you to take the EQ out of the signal chain but still have it when you need it.

I went the no EQ route at a jam space but I would not do it live. You probably want an EQ pedal or at least an HPF to handle boomy or problem rooms.

 

[JimmyM]

If your bass also only has a single knob for volume and nothing else, you are screwed.

You're not allowed to tell him that. He'll yell at you and tell you to get out if you do. He has very specific rules on how to respond to his posts and don't even think about violating them!

 

[hsech]

Exactly, now get out or answer the question.

If you don't want opinions about your question, don't ask it in a public forum. Better yet, just don't ask it at all.

 

[dropbass]

sound like crap? with one knob?

the devil you say.

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