New(complimentary)Mini Rig

[T. Alan Smith]

Currently, I own a MarkBass LittleMark II head and Bergantino HT112 cab. I'm very happy with this rig. However, I want to put a 2nd rig together to compliment what I already own.

I'd like another small/lightweight amp voiced different from my LMII. Am I safe to assume the Shuttle is the obvious choice, or what other recommendations should I consider? I've tried the Eden, and as nice as it is, I don't trust Eden's QC or CS.
I'd like a neo cab. I'd LOVE(okay, PREFER ) to stick with Bergie. I've considered their new neo 1x12, but I noticed their 2x10 is lighter than my HT112, and would push more air. I would assume it would sound much more different from my HT112 than the neo 1x12 would from my HT112.
The trick is to get the cab that matches the head best.
As for my situation, I play coffee shops and the like, either solo or small group...often accompanying acoustic players. So I don't need something to cut thru a dense mix.
In the end, because I'm keeping my current rig, I'd just like something with a sonic fingerprint distinctly different from it.

 

[RickenBoogie]

Mesa Walkabout would be at the opposite end of the spectrum. Either with the Scout cab, or whatever Berg you choose.

 

[T. Alan Smith]

Mesa Walkabout would be at the opposite end of the spectrum. Either with the Scout cab, or whatever Berg you choose.

Thanks for the idea. Never considered the Walkabout head...I'll check it out.

 

[T. Alan Smith]

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[fretster]

EA Micro 300. Insanely small. Very nice operation. A little more brittle sound than the Shuttle or Walkabout, but fits in your shirt pocket (almost). Very big sound. AND it runs at 2ohms!

It's killer with either the EA Wizzy 110 or Wizzy 112. Even more killer into both at once. It's very comfy with an upright bass too.

 

[T. Alan Smith]

EA Micro 300. Insanely small. Very nice operation. A little more brittle sound than the Shuttle or Walkabout, but fits in your shirt pocket (almost). Very big sound. AND it runs at 2ohms!

It's killer with either the EA Wizzy 110 or Wizzy 112. Even more killer into both at once. It's very comfy with an upright bass too.

Cool. I'll have to find a place to check it out.
Wish it had the power of the iAmp500 tho. I'm spoiled by the headroom of my LMI.

 

[wiro]

You want headroom? Check this one out!

My favourite:

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Schroeder 1212 light
http://www.schroedercabinets.com/1212.htm

As far as I know nothing comes even close in power, clarity, light weight and versatility. Just everything you need in a small blow away package. Including a low filter, notch filter and a few effects.
The amp however sounds extremely hifi. You can hear everything your fingers do. Which you might like or not.....

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[T. Alan Smith]

You want headroom? Check this one out!

My favourite:

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Schroeder 1212 light
http://www.schroedercabinets.com/1212.htm

As far as I know nothing comes even close in power, clarity, light weight and versatility. Just everything you need in a small blow away package. Including a low filter, notch filter and a few effects.
The amp however sounds extremely hifi. You can hear everything your fingers do. Which you might like or not.....

Thanks. I'll check 'em out when I get home tonite.

 

[T. Alan Smith]

You want headroom? Check this one out!

My favourite:

Acoustic Image Focus
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Schroeder 1212 light
http://www.schroedercabinets.com/1212.htm

As far as I know nothing comes even close in power, clarity, light weight and versatility. Just everything you need in a small blow away package. Including a low filter, notch filter and a few effects.
The amp however sounds extremely hifi. You can hear everything your fingers do. Which you might like or not.....

Great looking setup. I like what the cab offers spec-wise, however, I've been underwhelmed by Schroeders I've heard. That said, I understand they shine when it comes to cutting thru a loud, dense mix...w/o the size/weight. Not really necessary for what I'm doing...but the suggestion offers the difference in tone I'm looking for.
As for the head, I was hoping to get a whole rig for well under $1500. The LMII is pretty hi fi already, so I wonder how this compares.
Hopefully, I'll be able to check them both out in the near future.