Combo heads what do we know about keyboard amps? I’m thinking of something like this for keys and electronic drums.
Behringer Ultratone KXD12 - 600W 12" Keyboard Amp
Behringer Ultratone KXD12 - 600W 12" Keyboard Amp
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One of our Peavey alum (GP maybe) used a keyboard amp as a backup, I think. Maybe he'd have something to say about one. My buddy, who plays bass now and then, used to run into his Peavey keyboard amp so as to keep the stage tidy. I don't remember there be super deep bass, but it was serviceable.
I looked at the reviews for your Behringer, and they seem mostly positive. Lots of do-dads on the control panel. The gripe one or two customers had was it was not 600 watts like Behringer likes to advertise; peak power with no headroom, versus RMS power and a headroom amount maybe along with it. I wish I could say I totally trust the brand, but if you feel the warranty and service is good enough to catch a lemon, then go ahead. The price really isn't bad at all.
Okay, there's your non-keyboard player advice. Now maybe someone who actually knows what they're talking about!
I looked at the reviews for your Behringer, and they seem mostly positive. Lots of do-dads on the control panel. The gripe one or two customers had was it was not 600 watts like Behringer likes to advertise; peak power with no headroom, versus RMS power and a headroom amount maybe along with it. I wish I could say I totally trust the brand, but if you feel the warranty and service is good enough to catch a lemon, then go ahead. The price really isn't bad at all.
Okay, there's your non-keyboard player advice. Now maybe someone who actually knows what they're talking about!
Thanks. I’ve heard from a few people on here that keyboard amps work perfect for bass. However I was also wondering about the brand.One of our Peavey alum (GP maybe) used a keyboard amp as a backup, I think. Maybe he'd have something to say about one. My buddy, who plays bass now and then, used to run into his Peavey keyboard amp so as to keep the stage tidy. I don't remember there be super deep bass, but it was serviceable.
I looked at the reviews for your Behringer, and they seem mostly positive. Lots of do-dads on the control panel. The gripe one or two customers had was it was not 600 watts like Behringer likes to advertise; peak power with no headroom, versus RMS power and a headroom amount maybe along with it. I wish I could say I totally trust the brand, but if you feel the warranty and service is good enough to catch a lemon, then go ahead. The price really isn't bad at all.
Okay, there's your non-keyboard player advice. Now maybe someone who actually knows what they're talking about!
well, I’m behind in my correspondence, amp arrived today (photos attached).
It’s an SWR Workingman’s 10, made in 1998.
A friend had a Peavey KB?00 as a backup to his club rig. I doubt he ever used it outside rehearsal because his club rig never let him down in twenty years. He used to say, “Tell me again why I should ‘upgrade’ my rig?” He’s now retired in the midwest and playing a cittern in a Celtic group.
Yes, 'twas I, but it wasn't a backup. It was my main amp for a while 'cos even then, I didn't feel like schlepping the Kasino. Plus, in one group I was with, I had my POS keyboard-which had a bass section-in one channel and the THUNDERBIRD in another. From what I've been told, Behringers are fine 'til something goes wrong. They're nearly impossible to get parts for them-or useta be.One of our Peavey alum (GP maybe) used a keyboard amp as a backup, I think. Maybe he'd have something to say about one. My buddy, who plays bass now and then, used to run into his Peavey keyboard amp so as to keep the stage tidy. I don't remember there be super deep bass, but it was serviceable.
I looked at the reviews for your Behringer, and they seem mostly positive. Lots of do-dads on the control panel. The gripe one or two customers had was it was not 600 watts like Behringer likes to advertise; peak power with no headroom, versus RMS power and a headroom amount maybe along with it. I wish I could say I totally trust the brand, but if you feel the warranty and service is good enough to catch a lemon, then go ahead. The price really isn't bad at all.
Okay, there's your non-keyboard player advice. Now maybe someone who actually knows what they're talking about!
P_____ KB-300, 3 separate channels(Behringer appears to have 4)w/ volume-w/ pull gain, bass, mids, treble, and reverb on each channel, plus master volume and master reverb. Built like a tank, slightly heavier.
When I think of amps as a little kid. That’s what I would imagine.
One other comment on the Behringer. I knew someone who worked at a radio station. When they did personal appearances, they used an older version of this for canned music and a mic or 2 for announcements. It did the job.
After your suggestion, I immediately started arranging my rainbows, coffee mugs and plaids (the three most necessary attributes for a successful thinkologist).
In my enthusiasm, I forgot to notify you. I hope that Your Fearlessness, can forgive me.
YL, it gives me great pleasure to award you membership #240, all because you uploaded a couple of fine pics of your SWR W-10. She may be an oldie, but if it's working for ya, then let 'er rip! Ya know, with the rat fur and big plastic corner protectors, it kind of reminds me of a Markbass combo a little. Enjoy and welcome to the club!
You are forgiven, my friend...this time. Remember, if you're a doctor of Thinkology, you're always out-thinking our thoughts before we think them up. Live by it!
Let's try a simple quiz to see how you think: I'll be thinking of a number between 1-10 in two minutes. What will that number be? Tell us all or you'll be carrying GP's Peavey keyboard combo on your back for eternity.
BTW, good morning to all! It's a beautiful Saturday here in Ioway and we hope it's as beautiful where you live. #2 and I are quietly prepping for a good old-fashioned Independence Day celebration with food, beverages, bass, crafting, and a dumb movie on HBO Max. Fireworks? Don't need 'em since we've been listening to the booms for nights now. Ready for winter...
No, I'm in a great mood having accomplished a lot in June and looking to one more full month of vacation before school calls me back to those hallowed hallways and I'm causing grief to a bunch of ten-year-olds. Please stay safe, all you Americans out there, this weekend. We don't want any of you bass players out there losing important digits all in the name of John Hancock!
for everyone else outside the US (and on some days, I'll bet you're happy about it), have yourselves a safe weekend and make sure you too are playing lots of bass. It's the only way to fly!
FL
No, I'm in a great mood having accomplished a lot in June and looking to one more full month of vacation before school calls me back to those hallowed hallways and I'm causing grief to a bunch of ten-year-olds. Please stay safe, all you Americans out there, this weekend. We don't want any of you bass players out there losing important digits all in the name of John Hancock!
for everyone else outside the US (and on some days, I'll bet you're happy about it), have yourselves a safe weekend and make sure you too are playing lots of bass. It's the only way to fly!
FL
42You are forgiven, my friend...this time. Remember, if you're a doctor of Thinkology, you're always out-thinking our thoughts before we think them up. Live by it!
Let's try a simple quiz to see how you think: I'll be thinking of a number between 1-10 in two minutes. What will that number be? Tell us all or you'll be carrying GP's Peavey keyboard combo on your back for eternity.
Sorry, Jazz, this one was for Swink only since he was the one who received the big promotion.
Anyway, the number was the one I always pick...13.
That may be true, but then again, it may not be. Only a thinkologist would know.
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Thousands of years...developed in the 1950s...keeping time via 16th notes. Yep that math checks out.
Did I miss something last night?? Was @swink already to Mars ??
