The Combo Club

[iagtrplyr]

Sorry, Goner, but there was no 7ender Rumble Club Wiki page back in 2015. So, how were you to know? Well, the connecting of one amp's FX Send (or Pre Out) to another amp's FX Return (or Power In) has long been known by some as a way to connect a pair of amps, with the details being different for different makes and models (and not always documented in their manuals) . For example, my 2 early 2000s Bassman combos can do it, but the Master Volume on each amp still controls each amp!

How many of us Comboites* connect 2 amps together and how do you do it?

Here's a graphic illustration, created by @Scott Truesdell, borrowed from said Wiki page of said Club, showing how 2 Rumble combos connect for 1 to totally control both!

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*Yes, we Combo Club members have been dubbed "Comboites" by our Most Gracious Fearless Leader. See our Combo Club Wiki page for details.
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And this is why those of us in the know greatly appreciate the fine work G’Dog has done to create his Wiki encyclopedia for the comboite connoisseur. It’s a constantly-evolving trove of information that everyone reading this can dive into. Check it out if you haven’t and see what he has offer you. As always, thanks ‘Dog for being the record keeper of our combo-loving history!

 

[iagtrplyr]

BTW @iagtrplyr how do you like your markbass combo?

Sorry for being so late with a reply, b90. I love it in my music room as that’s the only place I’ve played it in. The Marcus Miller version has a slightly different vibe, IMHO.

It’s still a Markbass, no doubt, but with a more playful, assertive tone. The three-band EQ helps give it the versatility my 801 didn’t have.

The biggest difference is the use of a ten instead of an eight-inch speaker. Much more bass and that’s a good thing. I’m looking forward to trying it out with a few other players to see if it’ll hold its own with guitars.

Of course, now I’m salivating over these new Ampeg combos, but the MB fills a niche for me I didn’t have. Hook up my Rumble 115 cabinet and it fills the room with lots of boom!

Thanks for asking, bordinco90!

 

[iagtrplyr]

So guess it will only be a matter of time before I am not worthy for this club any longer.

Once a CC member, always a CC member, NN. You’re always welcome to stop by and drool at all the new and old combo pics, read the reviews, and laugh at the typical craziness that is us!

 

[GonePlaid]

Once a CC member, always a CC member, NN. You’re always welcome to stop by and drool at all the new and old combo pics, read the reviews, and laugh at the typical craziness that is us!

Hey! I don't know that our brand of craziness is all that typical.
Or is it?

 

[iagtrplyr]

Ok, got to play around with the new little 108. Build quality seems really good. All controls work well and easy to dial in a bunch of tones. Even though this is a small amp, it’s all ampeg. I love the ampeg tone, so if you’re like me this is a great little practice amp. I’m not really a dirt guy, clean tones are more my style, but the SGT sounds ok. Probably will sound better on the bigger amps as you have more control over the SGT tone. On this one it’s on or off. It’s got some decent volume. Acoustic jams or practice is where this little guy works would be my guess. For 149$ Ampegs got a winner here, but I really like Ampeg gear. I love Yamaha gear even more. Haha

First new Ampeg combo review and it’s all yours, C7, way to go! For the small increase in price, I think Ampeg gives you some nice additions compared to the v2 models.

It won’t surprise me your 108 here ends up being one of their most popular models. Thanks!

 

[iagtrplyr]

Hey! I don't know that our brand of craziness is all that typical.
Or is it?
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No, on second thought, it’s pretty unique and special. That’s why I keep hanging around here instead of the Headstock Bass Tuner Club. They’re not as much fun because they’re only looking for accuracy.

 

[GonePlaid]

No, on second thought, it’s pretty unique and special. That’s why I keep hanging around here instead of the Headstock Bass Tuner Club. They’re not as much fun because they’re only looking for accuracy.

Where's the fun in that!

 

[iagtrplyr]

I’m wrapping up here tonight with a long-winded soap box commentary on all the hullabaloo of the new ‘Peg combos, and rightly so because they’ve ignited some serious interest ‘round these parts the last couple of days and I’d like to thank who I believe is mainly responsible for it.

Fender and their Rumble series. Yep.

Someone brilliantly mentioned the comparison earlier today and it’s true. No doubt Ampeg set their sights directly on 7ender and the line that has captured the hearts (and wallets) of many of us bass players for the past number of years, particularly Version 3.

Everyone who reads my daily driveling knows I’m an Ampeg fanboy because I happen to love that particular baked-in sound they offer. But aside from their own V2 line being a decent overall entry, Fender kicked their butts with the third-gen Rumbles. Lighter, powerful, built well, and with their own distinct sound, Ampeg has paled in comparison. IMHO, not since their own Rocket Bass line or possibly the original BA-series have players taken Ampeg combo brand as serious pieces of gigging equipment.

Fender saw the opening and bounced with a much-improved Rumble version that hit us like sledgehammer. All of a sudden, this combo line was the best-selling in the history of music, including BC.

Ampeg watched their legacy wilt away and you have to give Fender credit where it’s deserved. They set the bar and, finally, with their new parent company, Yamaha, doing the funding and R & D, Ampeg looks to be making a run at the throne again. Good for them and it’s about time!

But what are they doing? Going with a lighter combo, offering a more traditional cabinet that pays homage to their classic era (sound familiar?), offering features similar to the industry leader, increasing output wattage to mimic the Rumbles, and keeping the prices quite competitive so they customers compare directly.

This week we celebrate Ampeg once again entering the fray of combo dominance and it’s about time. But lest you think Fender, who was given a huge compliment this week, is gonna stand on their laurels, go into a deep sleep like Ampeg did, and do nothing...not a chance.

I envision in the next year or so, Fender coming out with Version 4 combos and the battle will continue. The current lineup is getting a little long in the tooth and is probably due for some updating. New styling cues, feature offerings, and who knows what will make us all do a double-take and begin listing stuff to sell on CL. Don't ya love this game?

In conclusion, and thanks for hanging with me if you still are, yeah, I’d love Aunt Peg’s new 115 combo. Possibly as close as I’ll ever get to a B15 in my lifetime. But...and it’s a big one, I’m not tossing out my Fender Rumbles for the Rocket Bass Combo.

My 100c is the perfect grab and go that I’ve gigged with. It stays. My Stage 800 offers me modeling, power, ease of moving, ability to kick out 800 watts if needed, and looks cool to boot. It stays.

So thank you Fender for hopefully making Ampeg a better brand in 2021 and giving us combo-loving bass players an even wider array of amps to choose from.

Your move.

 

[bordinco90]

Sorry for being so late with a reply, b90. I love it in my music room as that’s the only place I’ve played it in. The Marcus Miller version has a slightly different vibe, IMHO.

It’s still a Markbass, no doubt, but with a more playful, assertive tone. The three-band EQ helps give it the versatility my 801 didn’t have.

The biggest difference is the use of a ten instead of an eight-inch speaker. Much more bass and that’s a good thing. I’m looking forward to trying it out with a few other players to see if it’ll hold its own with guitars.

Of course, now I’m salivating over these new Ampeg combos, but the MB fills a niche for me I didn’t have. Hook up my Rumble 115 cabinet and it fills the room with lots of boom!

Thanks for asking, bordinco90!

Thats great. I've owned the MM 250 head and it was just ok. I've been loving my 151p, it has a nice round tone that sounds great with my P basses. The ampeg combos look nice, but they also remind me too much of the Rumbles.

 

[Mvf]

Sorry, Goner, but there was no 7ender Rumble Club Wiki page back in 2015. So, how were you to know? Well, the connecting of one amp's FX Send (or Pre Out) to another amp's FX Return (or Power In) has long been known by some as a way to connect a pair of amps, with the details being different for different makes and models (and not always documented in their manuals) . For example, my 2 early 2000s Bassman combos can do it, but the Master Volume on each amp still controls each amp!

How many of us Comboites* connect 2 amps together and how do you do it?

Here's a graphic illustration, created by @Scott Truesdell, borrowed from said Wiki page of said Club, showing how 2 Rumble combos connect for 1 to totally control both!

View attachment 4223701​

*Yes, we Combo Club members have been dubbed "Comboites" by our Most Gracious Fearless Leader. See our Combo Club Wiki page for details.
.

I do it every now and then. 100->100, 100->200, 500->200.. all Rumble V3:s

 

[swink]

Once a CC member, always a CC member, NN. You’re always welcome to stop by and drool at all the new and old combo pics, read the reviews, and laugh at the typical craziness that is us!

As crazy as it is...... he never got a number..... remember the modded guitar-amp discussion? He got my vote and than the discussion died.... with your veto ....

 

[GonePlaid]

I’m wrapping up here tonight with a long-winded soap box commentary on all the hullabaloo of the new ‘Peg combos, and rightly so because they’ve ignited some serious interest ‘round these parts the last couple of days and I’d like to thank who I believe is mainly responsible for it.

Fender and their Rumble series. Yep.

Someone brilliantly mentioned the comparison earlier today and it’s true. No doubt Ampeg set their sights directly on 7ender and the line that has captured the hearts (and wallets) of many of us bass players for the past number of years, particularly Version 3.

Everyone who reads my daily driveling knows I’m an Ampeg fanboy because I happen to love that particular baked-in sound they offer. But aside from their own V2 line being a decent overall entry, Fender kicked their butts with the third-gen Rumbles. Lighter, powerful, built well, and with their own distinct sound, Ampeg has paled in comparison. IMHO, not since their own Rocket Bass line or possibly the original BA-series have players taken Ampeg combo brand as serious pieces of gigging equipment.

Fender saw the opening and bounced with a much-improved Rumble version that hit us like sledgehammer. All of a sudden, this combo line was the best-selling in the history of music, including BC.

Ampeg watched their legacy wilt away and you have to give Fender credit where it’s deserved. They set the bar and, finally, with their new parent company, Yamaha, doing the funding and R & D, Ampeg looks to be making a run at the throne again. Good for them and it’s about time!

But what are they doing? Going with a lighter combo, offering a more traditional cabinet that pays homage to their classic era (sound familiar?), offering features similar to the industry leader, increasing output wattage to mimic the Rumbles, and keeping the prices quite competitive so they customers compare directly.

This week we celebrate Ampeg once again entering the fray of combo dominance and it’s about time. But lest you think Fender, who was given a huge compliment this week, is gonna stand on their laurels, go into a deep sleep like Ampeg did, and do nothing...not a chance.

I envision in the next year or so, Fender coming out with Version 4 combos and the battle will continue. The current lineup is getting a little long in the tooth and is probably due for some updating. New styling cues, feature offerings, and who knows what will make us all do a double-take and begin listing stuff to sell on CL. Don't ya love this game?

In conclusion, and thanks for hanging with me if you still are, yeah, I’d love Aunt Peg’s new 115 combo. Possibly as close as I’ll ever get to a B15 in my lifetime. But...and it’s a big one, I’m not tossing out my Fender Rumbles for the Rocket Bass Combo.

My 100c is the perfect grab and go that I’ve gigged with. It stays. My Stage 800 offers me modeling, power, ease of moving, ability to kick out 800 watts if needed, and looks cool to boot. It stays.

So thank you Fender for hopefully making Ampeg a better brand in 2021 and giving us combo-loving bass players an even wider array of amps to choose from.

Your move.

Round 'X' of the amp wars. Coming soon. Leeeeet's get ready to...fight it out.

 

[bordinco90]

I just bought a cover for my markbass. Kinda pricey ($70) but I feel like it will protect my amp.

 

[Recon1342]

NCAD!!!!!

(New Combo Amp Day)

 

[swink]

NCAD!!!!!

(New Combo Amp Day)

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You got ripped off. You ordered an amp and got a cardboard box..... and the best thing about it:You're happy with it. Oh god, I like positive people

 

[bordinco90]

NCAD!!!!!

(New Combo Amp Day)

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What is it??? The excitement is killing me!

 

[Polish Thunder]

NCAD!!!!!

(New Combo Amp Day)

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Based on the picture, I am going to assume your new amp will sound "boxy"...

 

[Recon1342]

What is it??? The excitement is killing me!

I totally did not take a picture, because I unpacked it and promptly plugged in for a marathon practice session.

It’s a Vox VX50BA combo.

Here’s the fun part- 50 watts, a single 8” driver, a tuned ABS enclosure, and a fighting weight of 9.9 lbs. Oh, and it’s got a tube pre-amp running a Korg 6P1 NuTube.


From what I understand, they require a bit of break-in time to settle down; that seems to be a pretty good assumption, because I noticed an audible difference in the overdrive between the beginning and end of the session.

 

[Recon1342]

Based on the picture, I am going to assume your new amp will sound "boxy"...

You were only one letter off. It sounds Voxy...

 

[iagtrplyr]

As crazy as it is...... he never got a number..... remember the modded guitar-amp discussion? He got my vote and than the discussion died.... with your veto ....

In other words, the membership issue is a non-issue? Yeah, I do remember that one. swinks, we have to hold the line here. A combo is a combo, but a non-combo isn’t. Trust the logic.