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Opinion on Ampeg Classic SVT 350H Head

Discussion in 'Amps and Cabs [BG]' started by epy, Jul 27, 2009.

  1. Jul 27, 2009 #1
    epy

    epy

    Jun 15, 2006
    I have an oppurtunity to sell my Ashdown MAG 300 Head and matching 4x10 cabinet to buy an Ampeg SVT 350H Head with the Matching 6x10 speaker cabinet for $1000. I've heard completely mixed review on the SVT350H. Can I get some straight opinions from some of you folks on this head.


    Thanks a bunch!
     
  2. Jul 27, 2009 #2
    JimmyM

    JimmyM Supporting Member

    Apr 11, 2005
    Apopka, FL
    Endorsing: Yamaha, Ampeg, Line 6, EMG
    I can tell you that it's not even close to worth $1000. I'd keep your Ashdown rig. The 350H is an OK but not great amp, and some people like the 610 pretty well, but I'm not a fan.
     
  3. Jul 27, 2009 #3
    Gearhead17

    Gearhead17 Supporting Member

    May 4, 2006
    Mount Prospect, IL
    The tone is lifeless and the head is overall really weak power wise. A Mark Bass LM II or III is more worth your time.

    The Ampeg 610 is a good cab, but seriously, don't buy that head. It won't be worth it at all. I used to to own one.
     
  4. Jul 28, 2009 #4
    Tim Cole

    Tim Cole

    Jun 12, 2002
    Findlay, Ohio
    Yepppppppppp

    I've owned both heads.....DONT DO IT!!!!
     
  5. Jul 28, 2009 #5
    Korladis

    Korladis Inactive

    Apr 9, 2009
    San Francisco Bay Area, CA
    I actually really liked my SVT-350H. Loud and easy to use, considering the wattage. Reliable, too. I just wanted sounds you can only really get from tubes, and it has none.

    I don't think it and a 610 are worth $1000, though.
     
  6. Jul 28, 2009 #6
    Tim Cole

    Tim Cole

    Jun 12, 2002
    Findlay, Ohio
    I just found the mag to be better on every front.
     
  7. Jul 28, 2009 #7
    RickenBoogie

    RickenBoogie

    Jul 22, 2007
    Dallas, TX
    Aside from the spkr cabs, that head would not be an upgrade from what you already have. (it is afterall, just a B1R in an SVT's disguise).