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What is the best way to add power to my rig?

Discussion in 'Amps and Cabs [BG]' started by handlax14, Aug 21, 2002.


  1. Aug 21, 2002 #1
    handlax14

    handlax14

    Aug 13, 2002
    Connecticut
    hey i was just wondering what the best and most cost efficient way to add wattage to my rig would be. i have too much cab and not enough head.(can never get enough of that)
    thanx

    pgk
     
  5. Aug 21, 2002 #2
    Nomadic Herder

    Nomadic Herder

    Aug 20, 2000
    Worcester, MA
  10. Aug 21, 2002 #3
    Captain Awesome

    Captain Awesome

    Apr 2, 2001
    PDX
    Just be sure you have access to 2 independent AC circuits wherever you go with that thing!
     
  14. Aug 22, 2002 #4
    handlax14

    handlax14

    Aug 13, 2002
    Connecticut
    so the best way is with a power amp? thas a pretty obvious answer. shows what i know. what IYO is a good economic choiche if im only looking for around say 400-500 watts?
     
  18. Aug 22, 2002 #5
    rockindoc

    rockindoc Daily Lama

    Jan 26, 2002
    Bonham, Tx
    Again, Carvin. DCM 600?
     
  22. Aug 22, 2002 #6
    Ronzo

    Ronzo

    Jun 10, 2002
    Deep down in Florida... where the sun shines damn
    Used QSC RMX 850's are only about $200 - $250 on eBay.
     
  26. Aug 23, 2002 #7
    BigBohn

    BigBohn

    Sep 29, 2001
    WPB, Florida
    No no, children, Carvin DCM2000.


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  31. Aug 23, 2002 #8
    ldiezman

    ldiezman

    Jul 11, 2001
    Nashville
    What the guy with the big chin said ;)

    Actually 2000 watts may be excessive.. but 600 watts may leave you wanting more. i would suggest getting a DCM1000. what kind of cab(s) are you using?

    [edit] you could always get the DCM1500, i did and I like it :)
     
  35. Aug 24, 2002 #9
    Turock

    Turock Supporting Member

    Apr 30, 2000
    Melnibone
    Flip the button to the "On" position.
     
  39. Aug 24, 2002 #10
    john turner

    john turner You don't want to do that. Trust me. Staff Member

    Mar 14, 2000
    atlanta ga
    "best" and "most cost efficient" don't always coincide.

    i'd spend a little extra and get a qsc instead of a carvin.
     
  43. Aug 26, 2002 #11
    handlax14

    handlax14

    Aug 13, 2002
    Connecticut
    im running a hartke 3500 through an avatar 4x10 and 115. together rated at 1500watts at 4 ohms. and here i am with only 350 to spare.