Pop Punk Combo Amp

[MrCash]

Well for 900 euro and from thomman you can get this
Ashdown Toneman 600 Evo III Bundle – Thomann Mobile
Ashdown toneman 600 head with a 4x10 and 1x15 cab its not a bad bundle as you could use the 1x15 for practice/rehersal and then use the 4x10 if needing a bit more volume then put the two cabs together and the 600 head will easy be
Enough volume for any stuff.

The head also has a decent overdrive too. And seems to of got good reviews. The toneman line is the mag line rebranded for thomann basically the last evo of the mag. I liked the mag stuff old and new over the higher abm range, so i think it will be a decent setup.
You could take a look at the ashdown combos maybe too

 

[Aidenn7]

how bout an ampeg mini Svt with a sansamp v2 pedal?

 

[Buzz E]

Don't get the OP started on pedals!!!

 

[Aidenn7]

well actually I don't consider the sans amp a real pedal. as much as an extension of the amp it's self. because it's very much an always on device.

 

[Aidenn7]

my always on pedals are two fealabs pedals the growler and optifet no matter what amp I use

 

[Bassmaticmatt]

The only amp you mentioned that is actually 500watts as it sits is the GK. And that is the way I would go. The others have the option to add a passive cab which bumps the amp up to the advertised 500watts. The GK however has powered ext.cabs a second 210 or 212(depending on what combo you go with) will add another 500watts to the mix along with 2 more drivers. Then you will have a 1000watt 410 or 412 setup that will drown out any drummer.

 

[BazzaBass]

Well for 900 euro and from thomman you can get this
Ashdown Toneman 600 Evo III Bundle – Thomann Mobile
Ashdown toneman 600 head with a 4x10 and 1x15 cab its not a bad bundle as you could use the 1x15 for practice/rehersal and then use the 4x10 if needing a bit more volume then put the two cabs together and the 600 head will easy be
Enough volume for any stuff.

The head also has a decent overdrive too. And seems to of got good reviews. The toneman line is the mag line rebranded for thomann basically the last evo of the mag. I liked the mag stuff old and new over the higher abm range, so i think it will be a decent setup.
You could take a look at the ashdown combos maybe too

Or, for close to the same price, OP could purchase and connect up 2 x Fender 500 Combos at a total weight of 34Kg (as opposed to the 74Kg of the Ashdown) and have 700 watts

 

[RickyWoo]

GK

 

[MDBass]

Or, for close to the same price, OP could purchase and connect up 2 x Fender 500 Combos at a total weight of 34Kg (as opposed to the 74Kg of the Ashdown) and have 700 watts

?

Two Rumble 500's would be €1266, which is certainly not "close to the same" as €729.

 

[Caleb Mills]

well actually I don't consider the sans amp a real pedal. as much as an extension of the amp it's self. because it's very much an always on device.

That's a true statement, for sure. Darkglass B7K is definitely worth a look although a LOT more expensive...

GK

You, sir, are a well spoken individual. Simple. Clean. And to the point

 

[Plake]

Who cares if its heavy? You dont carry it during the gig. Grab a Tone Hammer and a Kustom/Sunn/Trace 2x15 and let it fly!

 

[MrCash]

Or, for close to the same price, OP could purchase and connect up 2 x Fender 500 Combos at a total weight of 34Kg (as opposed to the 74Kg of the Ashdown) and have 700 watts

Two fender rumbles cost way more than the 900 euro the op wants to spend.
However a rumble 500 and an extension cab may be a good idea. Although that's still more expensive than the ashdown and imo won't be as loud. I've tried the 500 and I've tried plenty of the Ashdowns. The Rumble v3 series are nice enough And well built, a bit boomy imo and dare I say won't have the heft of the Ashdown.

 

[c3powil]

If you're in the US I have a GK MB212 for sale in the classifieds section for only $350

 

[Caleb Mills]

If you're in the US I have a GK MB212 for sale in the classifieds section for only $350

Shameless promotion. I like it. Hahaha.

 

[c3powil]

Shameless promotion. I like it. Hahaha.

Only because it's exactly what he's looking for and would give him a chance to try it out without a huge commitment.

 

[Suink141]

If you're in the US I have a GK MB212 for sale in the classifieds section for only $350

Thanks but im in Spain

 

[Suink141]

Well i dont know i think so many people like to go so hard even if its a first amp, its like if you buy a Bmw as your first car. I just want a enougth amp to be heard because right now im not going to be professional. I guess the problem is that all people wants to be extremely loud, so a guitar player buys a monster amp then the bass player needs a even bigger amp, and for the most situations as a starter band i think its unnecesary to have monster amps. For me more loud its not equal to more good. People think that he need a rig that can be used at a festival even if you are a starting band and that its too far. I think its more important to understand how a band/song should sound and spend time with the global Eq than putting tons of uncontroled noise/loudness.

 

[Session1969]

Hi all! I want to buy an amp to play in a Pop Punk band and need help. Now im doubting between this 3 combo amps (Fender Rumble 500, Ampeg BA210v2, GK Mb210 II) because i want something light but powerful enought also. Wich one is better in terms of riching good Pop Punk sound but also durability... Im also open to hear more opinions about what i should buy.
Thanks

Go find yourself a used 410 or 215, and an amp that is 300-500 watts.

More cab = more volume

My thoughts, as well.

I'd suck it up, and find a used GK 400rb and a Peavey 215D.

Perfect.

 

[SamPerdisian]

My vote is for a TC Electronic amp and one of their 4x10's with Neodymium speakers. The fact my amp, pedals and cables fit in a backpack and I can lift my cab on my own is awesome. Especially when my guitarist needs help lifting his amp and cab.

 

[beaglesandbass]

What are your favorite bands and what does their bassist use live? Whose tone are you trying to emulate? You may not be able to do that with a smaller combo, but we can get you closer.