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Time to go shopping!

Discussion in 'Amps and Cabs [BG]' started by D.M.N., Jul 20, 2009.

  1. Jul 20, 2009 #1
    D.M.N.

    D.M.N. (O))))

    Oct 6, 2008
    Los Angeles, CA
    Well, it seems my Ampeg B2 combo is starting to falter. I had not planned on getting a new set up until Fall, but I can't risk this amp cutting out on me. Therefore, it's time to start my search.

    To begin with, some background: I play rock and blues rock. I'm very much into vintage-y sounds, such as JPJ, Entwistle, Jack Bruce, Noel Redding, Geezer Butler, Roger Glover, Geddy Lee, etc etc. I currently play a 62RI P-bass and Zebrabird. With that in mind.......

    Here are the amps I've been looking at:
    Sunn 2000s (if I can find one)
    Bassman 300/Sunn 300T
    Sound City something
    Marshall Super Bass (or Super Lead)
    Vox AC100CPH

    As far as cabinets, I eventually want to run one of the above said amps into a 4x12+215 combination, though I'm only looking at getting one of them soon.. I prefer sealed cabs, just as a matter of preference, as I think ported cabs sound flubby. Tweeters aren't necessary, as I'd probably turn them off anyways.

    Overall, I'm leaning more towards the Sunn 2000 or Bassman. My only concern with the sunn is it's rating of only 120w. I play loud. And for cabs, I'm looking at Emperor, as the offer square (guitar-like) 4x12s, and offer them in ohms that I could use with vintage or guitar amps.

    Opinions, Rants, Grievances, Raves, and Qualms are all welcomed!

    GO!
     
  2. Jul 20, 2009 #2
    thirtypoint87

    thirtypoint87

    Feb 9, 2004
    Manager/Repairman: Music-Go-Round
  3. Jul 21, 2009 #3
    D.M.N.

    D.M.N. (O))))

    Oct 6, 2008
    Los Angeles, CA
    Oh, and Marshall Majors......I'd be interested in one of those if I could find one......
     
  4. Jul 21, 2009 #4
    D.M.N.

    D.M.N. (O))))

    Oct 6, 2008
    Los Angeles, CA
    Anyone with any input?
     
  5. Jul 22, 2009 #5
    D.M.N.

    D.M.N. (O))))

    Oct 6, 2008
    Los Angeles, CA
    Well this was a failure of a thread.....
     
  6. Jul 23, 2009 #6
    Edword

    Edword

    Jun 23, 2005
    Detroitish

    Maybe not. Give an old Traynor rig a shot. YBA-3 or YBA-3A head, and sealed YC-810 cabs.

    walloftraynor2.jpg
     
  7. Jul 23, 2009 #7
    D.M.N.

    D.M.N. (O))))

    Oct 6, 2008
    Los Angeles, CA
    If I can find one I will, anyone have info on Marshall Majors? I'm looking at one right now........I'm tempted, but I'm not sure if would just be a raging distortion machine or if it could just be clean(ish) with subtle overdrive.....