Guys -- I just scored this custom covered wine lizard WA15 and matching Ext 15 on CL. More than I need but it looks cool. Will I be happy?
HOLY MOLY!!!! that is absolutely GORGEOUS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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Mesa Boogie Walkabout Mega-thread Pt. Tres
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HOLY MOLY!!!! that is absolutely GORGEOUS!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
All this walkabout talk has me wanting that head I traded to stingray56 back
..I def will be looking for another one down the road..WITH the bronco headcase...and maybe a PH12 or old diesel 15...
I currently have a TF550b which I like for clean tone and to run with pedals...but I find I engage my tonehammer a lot to add some more character...makes me consider trading it for some mesa love...
Ideally I would like to have two setups..one for a more tubey tone and one faster and cleaner..
question:
1. Is the mesa equivalent of the TF550 the m6/m9? Chef...I know you used to have TF gear..how does it compare to the carbine line?
2. Is the walkabout comparable at all to the 400+ tone wise? I know it is not too much like the mpulse tonally
3. does anyone have any ideas about what Mesa is likely to do next with their bass lineup? Sure would be nice to have a walkabout in the same power as the m6/m9.
Thanks
Mark
..I def will be looking for another one down the road..WITH the bronco headcase...and maybe a PH12 or old diesel 15...I currently have a TF550b which I like for clean tone and to run with pedals...but I find I engage my tonehammer a lot to add some more character...makes me consider trading it for some mesa love...
Ideally I would like to have two setups..one for a more tubey tone and one faster and cleaner..
question:
1. Is the mesa equivalent of the TF550 the m6/m9? Chef...I know you used to have TF gear..how does it compare to the carbine line?
2. Is the walkabout comparable at all to the 400+ tone wise? I know it is not too much like the mpulse tonally
3. does anyone have any ideas about what Mesa is likely to do next with their bass lineup? Sure would be nice to have a walkabout in the same power as the m6/m9.
Thanks
Mark
We at BGM have been suggesting to Mesa that they make a "Walkabout9" for some time.
The TFB550 might have some more headroom, but, not tons.
The M6/9 will decimate the Walkabout for headroom, but, they sure don't have the same sonic attributes...
The Walkabout is similar to the 400+ for tone, but, not same.
I liked the 400+, but it was just too big for me to want to keep one.
The TFB550 might have some more headroom, but, not tons.
The M6/9 will decimate the Walkabout for headroom, but, they sure don't have the same sonic attributes...
The Walkabout is similar to the 400+ for tone, but, not same.
I liked the 400+, but it was just too big for me to want to keep one.
chef..what is your reasoning behind using the walkabout AND the carbine.? Just wondering? different kinds of gigs?
yes, the tfb is much closer to the M6/9 than to the walkaobut;
though the M6/9 are much clearer, shinier, and muuuuch more headroom than the tfb.
And yes, I like having the walkabout and M9 for two very different flavors!
though the M6/9 are much clearer, shinier, and muuuuch more headroom than the tfb.
And yes, I like having the walkabout and M9 for two very different flavors!
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Guys -- I just scored this custom covered wine lizard WA15 and matching Ext 15 on CL. More than I need but it looks cool. Will I be happy?
No, I think you are going to hate it. You should trade it to me for something...
All this walkabout talk has me wanting that head I traded to stingray56 back
Muahahahaha Muahahahaha!
I've found a red-faced walkabout. What about it? Is it just older? Were there significant changes after the red one?
That's the 1st series. It sounds exactly the same as a new one, but has 2 separate instrument inputs (instead of a toggle for active-passive) and lacks an FX bypass switch. If you get crackling-clean the fx jacks with a deoxidizer-that usually solves the problem.
Thanks for your answer, but I didn't get the thing with the solution for the bypass switch...
I have another question: How big is the cab's influence on the tone in the Scout combo? Is there the real walkabout tone when using it with another cab?
I have another question: How big is the cab's influence on the tone in the Scout combo? Is there the real walkabout tone when using it with another cab?
The Walkabout head is a tone machine, I use it with Bergantino HS410 or 115 Beyma cab and it delivers good all the time.
Get it while you can and be happy that you've find one with the 230V transformer for second hand price. You won't be sorry!
Get it while you can and be happy that you've find one with the 230V transformer for second hand price. You won't be sorry!
Petersmith - here's what the WA in headcase on an 210AV would look like. Can I get a rousing chorus of Stonehenge by Spinal Tap?
Whoa. That is a bit excessive isn't it? I think I'd get myself in trouble doing that, especially since I'm going to get another 210av and do the vertical stack thing.
Looks like there's no headcase in my (immediate) future!
Ah...OK...thanks! Great info in this thread...really appreciate it guys! My Walkabout will be here today!
Also for coolness-the headcase is gorgeous IMO
I love the looks too! I was just thinking that when I get the combo, I would try the head on my 210 SVT cab, and it I like it, I'd like a case for the head. I would probably get one more 210 SVT cab, and I'd be all set.
Sounds like a great, modular plan. The headcase adds about 10lbs but it also adds 2 grab handles and is way prettier than a plastic case. Plus, if you're flush and wanting to spoil yourself you can order it the custom finish of your choice.
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