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Light combo/stack

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HernanSoul

Jan 30, 2013
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#1
Hi guys, I've never posted here, I'm really a fan of reading your threads only. This time really need your help, I had a back surgery and now can't lift heavy things :(

Recently sold a Yorkville xs 400 combo because that thing was really made of iron or something and was really hard to lift it.

Now, with a 650 dlls budget I'm looking for some combo or stack light weighted. What would you recommend me?

The amp must be enough punchy for band rehearsals or small venues. On my local store tried the Ampeg Micro VR but I'm not pretty sure if it's a good option.

Mostly play funk and bossa gigs.

Sorry for my bad english, cheers from Mexico.
 
#4
Carvin Microbass: MB10 or MB210 or MB12 or MB15 and a MB15 extension cab. All the MB combo amps are 200 watts @8 Ohms or 250 watts with the extension cab. All the MB combo amps range between 25 lbs and 35 lbs and the extension MB15 cab is about 30 lbs. Worth a look. I have two MB10 combos. I use one for bass and my son uses one for electronic drums. I have a Eden EX10 extension cab for my MB10, but the MB15 extension would give you more low end.
 
#11
The BG250 would not be my first choice,,, I owned one and HATED the tone.

My vote would also go for the GK MB210 or any of the other GK MB combos.

Do yourself a big favor and try out a GK combo before you buy the BG250.


If ya want to go for stack get the GK MBE210 ext cab to mate up with the GK MB210,,, although you might not need the ext cab,,, the MB210 is a pretty powerful stand alone rig as it is.

Cheers
Davyo
 
#12
If you're considering a small piggyback setup, you might look at the GK MB200 with a Hartke Hydrive 112.

More than enough for practice and small venues, and adequate for bigger rooms utilizing the direct out to a PA.

If your gig bags have shoulder straps, it's one trip to load in or out, and would run right around $650.
 
#13
All the local stores at my town sells the same brands, yesterday I played with a Fender rumble 150 and it's very punchy. I know its not so light but the castor wheels are handy for the transporting issues.

Any experience on the rumble 150?
 
#15
I have the exact same rig as you, the mb10 with a eden ex110. Plenty for the gigs I play, and for outdoor stuff I have a cheap seismic audio 1x15 I put under it. Run with a sans amp DI on the front end its a killer mini rig IMHO.
 
#16
Davyo said:
The BG250 would not be my first choice,,, I owned one and HATED the tone.

My vote would also go for the GK MB210 or any of the other GK MB combos.

Do yourself a big favor and try out a GK combo before you buy the BG250.

Cheers
Davyo
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:confused:
I have a MB200 I use with a Genz Benz Focus 115 - also just bought a BG250. The MB is fine, but I actually prefer the tone of the BG250. The Tubedrive sounds awesome!
IMHO the the BG has more "character" - in a good way.
 
#18
Can't say I'm a fan of digital amps like Line 6 and TC. And I love the Micro VR rig and use one on a regular basis, but one thing about it is it's a medium duty rig. Way plenty for my needs, but may not be enough for some.
 
#20
JimmyM said:
Can't say I'm a fan of digital amps like Line 6 and TC. And I love the Micro VR rig and use one on a regular basis, but one thing about it is it's a medium duty rig. Way plenty for my needs, but may not be enough for some.
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Jimmy, I have a VT Bass pedal, and while the Tubedrive on the BG250 is nowhere near as versatile (one knob after all), it does give a pretty good tube "edge" to the sound (to my untrained ears anyway) - without having to use an outboard pedal.

I certainly understand not being a fan of digital though:D
 

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