Please recommend a combo amp 40 lbs or less

[AMp'D.2play]

For new, as previously mentioned, the GK MB combos are tough to beat for the power you get in a lightweight package.

For something that may provide you with a more vintage-y tone, check out the Ibanez Promethean P3115 combo. 300w, single 15" speaker. I haven't weighed mine, but the spec has it somewhere betw/ 37-38 lbs. I think they go for $350-399.

With the XLR out, I've done outdoors gigs with it. Even used it for a medium-sized venue with my old classic rock band (2 gits, heavy-handed drummer). It was pushed hard, and the chassis was warm to not-quite-hot towards the end, but it never blinked.

Used opens up a bunch of other options. Perhaps one of the Genz Benz shuttle combos. They are also light & powerful.

 

[SickAura]

I have a TC Electronics BG250: 250W into its one 15"; 35lb. They've just added other models with different speaker choices. I had a GK MB210 (350W into two 10"; 500W w/ an extension cab) which is also light, but if you don't like the GK tone (prominent mids) you can't EQ it out to get an old-school sound. Also, it wasn't as loud as my BG250 in a side by side.

+1 to this
Also worth checking out the Traynor Small Block
I tested and a/b 'd a bunch of combo's just a couple of months back and these two rose to the top
The TC was a little cheaper so I would've went in that direction
But bang for the buck for either of these under $500 you cant go wrong

 

[MuthaFunk]

For new, as previously mentioned, the GK MB combos are tough to beat for the power you get in a lightweight package.

For something that may provide you with a more vintage-y tone, check out the Ibanez Promethean P3115 combo. 300w, single 15" speaker. I haven't weighed mine, but the spec has it somewhere betw/ 37-38 lbs. I think they go for $350-399.

With the XLR out, I've done outdoors gigs with it. Even used it for a medium-sized venue with my old classic rock band (2 gits, heavy-handed drummer). It was pushed hard, and the chassis was warm to not-quite-hot towards the end, but it never blinked.

Used opens up a bunch of other options. Perhaps one of the Genz Benz shuttle combos. They are also light & powerful.

I think I've read about a number of issues with the Promethean and people not being able to get parts for them when they fail. Might be worth a little online research before you buy if you think you like the sound and form factor of the Promethean.

 

[G On Bass]

I have a bad back and need a combo amp 40 lbs or less. What's the best bang for my buck new or used? I play blues and a little classic rock in medium to smaller clubs. Thanks!

IME a BG250 is a great, giggable standlone cab, even with a 5 string.

Also IME, the single Carvin MB15 is great for practice and smaller to some medium places. With the 115MB extension cab, it's an amazing gig-rig for even bigger places.

I had the BG250, I now have the Carvin.

 

[MoeTown1986]

GK MB212 is light and loud. I have one, but be careful, it will rattle itself apart.

 

[Linnin]

The new Fender Rumbles are on the way and offer a lot of bang for the weight and price. Might be well worth waiting for.

+100

 

[Lobster11]

Ultimately, I decided I was ahead to use a micro head with a compact cab like a decent 112. Two pieces instead on one, but better portability (form factor and lighter weight) and more capability. Also more money (although if you buy used…).

I would consider something like this if your budget allows, for the reasons stated. No need to restrict yourself to combos. Plus, it'll give you the option to add a second 2x10 later if at some point you need to. (Some combos will also support an extension cab, but many don't.)

 

[HaphAsSard]

I think I've read about a number of issues with the Promethean and people not being able to get parts for them when they fail. Might be worth a little online research before you buy if you think you like the sound and form factor of the Promethean.

AFAIK this only pertains to the old combos and head (500 W @ 4 &#8486, not the new line to which the 3115 belongs (300 W head), as per this post:

So my p500h (as part of the 5110 combo) had issues suddenly cutting in and out.
Ibby Hoshino said they could look at it...
(...)
The customer service rep also shared that the reason they went from the 500 to the 300s was the apparent hit or miss reliability -which seams to bear out here on the forum.

 

[dwjazz54]

I like my GK MB 212. 500 watts, 38 pounds.

Seconded - great amp!

 

[rtslinger]

I am also considering purchasing the new Peavey Max 112 combo so that would be my suggestion as well

 

[obimark]

My 2 cents- with the lower prices of small heads and separate cabs now- why go combo- Get the TC BH250 (I have this head and have played out with it many times) and get either a lightweight 2x10 cabinet or 112 or 115. Done.

 

[Mockyngbyrd]

Markbass Mini CMD-121p. power and expansion (if needed). Ibanez Promethean for value.