Interesting that GK released the new Legacy RB1001 and 2001. It’ll be more interesting to see if they sell any! 1001 weighs in at 26 lbs?!?!
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New GK Lead Sleds
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I think these were needed in the lineup. If you look at the rigs of most touring acts, they are running class H or analogous equipment. It’s durable, powerful and repairable.
Also, no other amp in the GK lineup can do what the 2001 does. It’s essentially a stadium amp.
Also, no other amp in the GK lineup can do what the 2001 does. It’s essentially a stadium amp.
Is that saposed to be heavy?
original weighed 22. either way .. its still light . most cabs weigh more than that
Where the link? How are we supposed to gas for something if there’s no pictures? 
I thought most touring acts are now using class D, including PA systems. What example of class H equipment is used in today's touring acts? And why?
I thought class D was also durable, powerful and repairable?
I'm surprised by the specs of the 2 models:
- 1001 RB: 300 W @ 8ohms / 400 W @ 4ohms / 600 W @ 2 ohms
That's half of the power of most class D amps, and about 3 times heavier
- 2001 RB Bridged: 800 W @ 8 ohms / 1200 W @ 4ohms
When would you use that since most 8 ohms cabs are limited to 300W or less?
- 2001 RB Dual mono: per channel 300 W @ 8ohms / 400 W @ 4 ohms / 600 W @ 2 ohms
It makes more sense with walls of cabs in a stadium, but don't people use PA systems at that point?
I haven’t heard of a single amp on the road that is Class H. Maybe I’m living under a rock?
When you put it against any of the Mesa Subway series, Aguilar TH and AG etc….its HEAVY.
Let’s be realistic, 97% or more of the bass playing community is carrying around their own gear without roadies.
I can achieve every tonal goal I need with my Mesa TT800, D800+ or even a Quilter 803 BB at 1/5 the weight.
Anyone playing stadiums is relying heavily on the PA and doesn’t need that kind of stage volume.
Yeah, that's the point.
If you couldn't find a good sounding lightweight amp, and this one sounds incredibly better, I can understand that people would prefer a heavy but better sounding amp.
But since there are so many amps available today that sound great and weight nothing, why bother?
Theres a lot of guys still playing tube amps too .. big acts as well ... just because they want "that" sound.
I just think GK is putting out another option .... the RB's were their flagship amp for the longest time .
...could you Imagine Ampeg not offering the SVT anymore .... so many peeps would $#!+ a brick out of pure shock.
If its not for you ...then its not for you . stick to D's nuts
I just think GK is putting out another option .... the RB's were their flagship amp for the longest time .
...could you Imagine Ampeg not offering the SVT anymore .... so many peeps would $#!+ a brick out of pure shock.
If its not for you ...then its not for you . stick to D's nuts
I happen to be one of those people that "couldn't find a good sounding lightweight amp".
After watching the video, it doesn't sound any better than what I already have and it's the same weight.
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I'm not feelin' it. I'm obviously not the target market, but it sure looks to me like a solution looking for a problem.
This obviously isn't the amp for you then .
Because personal preference will always be a thing.
Where the link? How are we supposed to gas for something if there’s no pictures?
RB Legacy — Gallien-Krueger
www.gallien-krueger.com
Seems like a half-baked attempt at differentiating themselves from every other manufacturer cranking out class D amps.
Now Bob can talk about "riding the rails" again.
Now Bob can talk about "riding the rails" again.
I thought the class of output devices used in Class H was pretty much out of production? Is it even possible to sustain a large production run?
The current market seems to largely favor light and compact. There are other companies with current Led Sleds, but AFAIK none of them are in huge demand.
The current market seems to largely favor light and compact. There are other companies with current Led Sleds, but AFAIK none of them are in huge demand.
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