Trace Eilliot Micro Amp?

[BrentSimons]

Hey Guys,
I wonder why Trace hasn't put out a micro amp yet? Preamp tube, shape switch, compressor, maybe a smaller eq than the AH series. Big digital power amp. What are your thoughts?
Brent

 

[BrentSimons]

Bueller?

 

[fenderhutz]

Since Peavey owns them and doesn't have one either that might a be a clue. Maybe they think it's a "phase".

 

[Jazz Ad]

Trace Elliot hasn't released a new model for over 5 years and their current production is basically the same as what they did befor they closed doors 15 years ago.
I see them as a legacy brand for people who still want this Trace signature tone. I wouldn't expect any kind of innovation from them.

 

[seamonkey]

A phase

Maybe because Peavey is already moving on past micro already

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"Preamp tube" is cliche.

 

[fenderhutz]

It's hard to note sarcasm in typed words. They are missing out on a ton sales if they hit a good price point.

 

[BbbyBld]

Trace Elliot hasn't released a new model for over 5 years and their current production is basically the same as what they did befor they closed doors 15 years ago.

You're right about model releases, but I think the inside of the new Trace has come a long way since partnering with Peavey. Trace was stuck in the 70's and 80's technologically. Now that we handle customer service and repairs for the legacy stuff...holy geez some of that older stuff was a nightmare! Especially the power sections.

Since Peavey owns them and doesn't have one either that might a be a clue. Maybe they think it's a "phase".

I feel pretty certain it's a phase. People say they want portability, but micro amps are not a complete solution. A high quality, portable combo amp (like the Trace combos) would be more of a complete solution, but combos are not cool right now, micro amps are all the rage. That doesn't mean you won't see one from Trace or Peavey.

A phase

Maybe because Peavey is already moving on past micro already

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"Preamp tube" is cliche.

I think this is the way things are headed after "the phase". I am blown away by what you can do with an iPad and audio interface these days.

 

[yodedude2]

"...off you go into the superior sounding world of virtual instruments and effects."

interesting copy, there.

 

[slamzilla]

Don't get me wrong, the new digital stuff is really cool but I will take an old school Trace Elliot lead sled over that stuff any day.

 

[LexD]

Don't get me wrong, the new digital stuff is really cool but I will take an old school Trace Elliot lead sled over that stuff any day.

any day... for as long as my back holds out

 

[Cutty]

Don't get me wrong, the new digital stuff is really cool but I will take an old school Trace Elliot lead sled over that stuff any day.

I agree,i have one!ok it's heavy,but when you plug it in!what a great tone.

 

[phillybass101]

I'm 56 years old. have been playing for 41 + years. I own a legacy Trace Elliot GPSM 7 300 (made in England) and I own a PUMA 500. The Trace is now one of my backups and pretty much stays home. My next move is a 2x12 cab that weighs 39 lbs rated at 1200 watts RMS. I just added years to my gigging life. Load in/out will be painless. If it's a phase it's one I like.

 

[::::BASSIST::::]

People say they want portability, but micro amps are not a complete solution.

Could you please elaborate with this statement?

The gk mb800 (800w at 5LBS) seems to be a "complete solution" to me.

I'm genuinely curious and not trying to be an ass.

 

[lomo]

I feel pretty certain it's a phase. .

ROFLMAO

 

[jtl1380]

To the OP: If you're a Trace fan and want a micro with a nice power section, you should probably check out the Ashdown MiBass 550. Mark Gooday was the chief engineer at Trace back in their glory days and the Ashdown amps definitely borrow a lot from what Trace Elliot used to be. The MiBass series are really great and full sounding micros. I have the 220 & the thing has tone for days.

 

[silky smoove]

Could you please elaborate with this statement?

The gk mb800 (800w at 5LBS) seems to be a "complete solution" to me.

I'm genuinely curious and not trying to be an ass.

I'm also curious. He mentioned combos previously as being a "complete solution," but I don't buy that given the common design compromises with combos. It could certainly be done, but to my eyes/ears, it hasn't.

A micro amp coupled with a portable cab seems like a very ideal "complete solution" to me given that the cab compliment could be scalable. If you need more power, bring a larger cab, or multiple cabs. Very complete to me.

 

[::::BASSIST::::]

ROFLMAO

+1

The Markbass Littlemark has its 10th Anniv. edition out.

10 years is a bit more than a phase to me... and I am not sure, but there may have been micros before the LittleMarks. Acoustic Image perhaps?

 

[::::BASSIST::::]

I'm also curious. He mentioned combos previously as being a "complete solution," but I don't buy that given the common design compromises with combos. It could certainly be done, but to my eyes/ears, it hasn't.

A micro amp coupled with a portable cab seems like a very ideal "complete solution" to me given that the cab compliment could be scalable. If you need more power, bring a larger cab, or multiple cabs. Very complete to me.

Right. And you could also use a micro as a pre and hook it up to a power amp if/when required.

 

[rapidfirerob]

Micro amps are a choice, not a phase. Why would they disappear when they have so many positive thing going for them? Genz Benz customer here, very happily.

 

[BrentSimons]

To the OP: If you're a Trace fan and want a micro with a nice power section, you should probably check out the Ashdown MiBass 550. Mark Gooday was the chief engineer at Trace back in their glory days and the Ashdown amps definitely borrow a lot from what Trace Elliot used to be. The MiBass series are really great and full sounding micros. I have the 220 & the thing has tone for days.

Hmm, good to know thanks.
Brent