Let's talk GK heads

[smem]

i have an extremely quiet 1001rbII. it's a monster, replaced my longtime SVT, never looked back.

 

[shaolinwhat]

Madly in love with my 400RB

 

[yamaha]

800 rb
800 rb
400 rb

 

[jar546]

Played an 800RB tonight and compared it against the new Hartke heads. No comparison, the 800RB was much better. Will have to try it with my SR5. I only tried it with my P bass with flats.

 

[Matt Morgan]

Love the 1001RB-II! Talk about bang for the buck. Huge power, great tone. I really miss having one around for that "grindy" GK tone!
Just my $.02.

 

[fdeck]

Backline 600. Solid design, great tone quality, right price.

 

[Mastermold]

What GK head would you guys recommend for a guy (me) who usually plays an Ampeg SVT but who also digs his Markbass LMII? I play mostly classic rock (fingerstyle) these through mostly Fenders and Rickenbackers.

Reason I ask is I respect GK as a brand but just have no clue where to start insofar as giving their stuff a try.

 

[Crystalman85]

I own a 700rb-II, and it sounded fantastic. it matches well with my goldline 4x10 cab and it sounds radical when I use my effects.

 

[GabeN]

800b FTW. Great tone and PLENTY of power. I've already blown up one cabinet and have gotten that "burning driver" smell out of another.

 

[68Goldfish]

What GK head would you guys recommend for a guy (me) who usually plays an Ampeg SVT but who also digs his Markbass LMII? I play mostly classic rock (fingerstyle) these through mostly Fenders and Rickenbackers.

Reason I ask is I respect GK as a brand but just have no clue where to start insofar as giving their stuff a try.

I'm a vintage svt owner and lover but I recently acquired a 800rb and havn't pluged my svt in since. Awesome power and tone. Especially through my 8x10, it's a match made in heaven as far as I can tell.

 

[sratas]

I'm really intrigued in the new GK stuff, like the fusion 550 (the MB fusion is not out yet...), but I can't try one out because here in italy the amp is not for sale till now!
searched on TB, harmony-c, etc. and others but honestly there are very few reviews out there. it would be great if anyone who plays real new stuff could help us understand mpre about GK nirvana...If anyone wants to answer to this call, please, you are welcome!!!

 

[wnelson]

Ive played just about every GK head available....

and i bought the fusion 550 and havent had an ounce of regret....i havent found a reason to use to motorized knobs yet..but other than that,this thing is a tone/power monster....its perfect for my style(s) of playing.....ive had it since august08 and still get that ''new amp'' tingle every time i power it up....im considering replacing the pre-amp tubes but even as is,its not nessacery,just my own ******** quest for ultimate tone

i also noticed the price jumped up about a hundred bucks on these puppies!!!!...that sucks for new buyers.

 

[LowBSix]

Having owned 2 400RB heads in the 80's I was always pleased with the power aspect; however IMHO: In recent experience I used 1001RB-II and found it altered the sound of my bass too much...

 

[LevinFan]

800RB

700RBII

400RB

yea, I like my 700 RBII, and I was considering the 800RB as a backup head. Or vice versa. I'll know when I find a 800RB

 

[throbgod13]

400RB..
800RB..
700RBII..

i'm very happy with my 400RB..

 

[southernrocker]

1001 RB
800 RB
Backline 600-incredible bang for the buck for a bassist with a budget.

 

[Geddyfleaharris]

2001

700

1001

Love the grind and tone of the 700 but wanted a little more headroom. Found the 1001 too sterile for my tastes so went to the 2001. Warm, full and with a punch that will dislocate your jaw.

would like to try the 550 or 1050 Fusion though.....

 

[jar546]

Just ordered a new 800rb. Borrowing one off the shelf of the music store until it comes in. Very happy with it and even happier now that I put my dbx160 compressor in front of it.

Now that I hear it with my Eden D410xlt, I don't want to sell my beloved cab. I was going to sell it and downsize to two 112's but due to my bad back but now I am thinking twice about it. Maybe thinking three times.

 

[4Mal]

IMO - GK heads seem to be very cabinet friendly. It's hard to find a bad pairing. No way I'd hump a 100 lb 4x10 around anymore...

 

[e.maynard]

Everyone will have different opinions on this. But....

I've owned the 800RB (2 of them) and (2) 400RB's. I love the 400 with a pair of efficient cabs. Nice punch, a tad grindy if need be and just a great amp in every respect.