Kevin Dean Posted October 28, 2014 Share Posted October 28, 2014 I've got a Markbass Little Rocker & a Ashdown 400H both sound very different with this cab but not 100% happy with either , so I thought I'd ask the question. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Acebassmusic Posted October 28, 2014 Share Posted October 28, 2014 With my Barefaced Big Twin T I use various combinations[size=4] of [/size][size=4][font=arial, helvetica, sans-serif]Demeter HBP1-800D, Alembic F-1X into a Powersoft LD2004 or a Genz-Benz ShuttleMax 9.2. I prefer using the Demeter or Alembic / Powersoft over the Genz as they seem to give the clarity and sound I like. Clean, full range, hi-fi and punchy but not wooly or brittle. I'm not saying the Genz is sub-par in any way as its one heck of an amp, just slightly prefer the others.[/font][/size] [size=4][font=arial, helvetica, sans-serif]What sort of sound are you looking for from your set-up?[/font][/size] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Muzz Posted October 28, 2014 Share Posted October 28, 2014 I used a Streamliner and an F1. Rather different amps. I found you pretty much get out what you put into a Super 12. I found the Streamliner was best with a Schroeder - the low-mid voicing of the cab seemed to tame the big arse end of the Streamliner. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PTB Posted October 28, 2014 Share Posted October 28, 2014 I use a Markbass LM II. I'm happy with it across a variety of basses from passive Fender Jazz to my MTD. I've had other amps but that was before I got my Super 12T. I do fancy trying an Aguilar or a Demeter with it one day. What sort of sound are you after? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kevin Dean Posted October 28, 2014 Author Share Posted October 28, 2014 (edited) It's not so much of what sound i like it's a case of what works live for me , when I use the little rocker I get a sound I like bit I'm told out front I sound too HI Fi & no oomph ! When I use the Ashdown 400H there is a low end frequency that is really over powering that I can't eq out without changing the sound completely ...perhaps I just need to try a boss graphic to eq it out . Edited October 28, 2014 by Kevin Dean Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FinnDave Posted October 28, 2014 Share Posted October 28, 2014 I power my Super Twin (no tweeeter) with an ABM500, very happy with the sound. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest monsterthompson Posted October 28, 2014 Share Posted October 28, 2014 I notice a Genz Shuttle tends to be a common pairing with many BF cabs. I've got a Shuttle 9.0 with my G3 Compact and Midget, which aren't the same as the cab you've got, so I'm not certain my input is terribly helpful. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kevin Dean Posted October 28, 2014 Author Share Posted October 28, 2014 [quote name='FinnDave' timestamp='1414509772' post='2590019'] I power my Super Twin (no tweeeter) with an ABM500, very happy with the sound. [/quote]Do you use the pre shape button ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FinnDave Posted October 28, 2014 Share Posted October 28, 2014 [quote name='Kevin Dean' timestamp='1414513174' post='2590073'] Do you use the pre shape button ? [/quote] No, just a bit of the valve pre amp and adjust the eq to suit the venue. Usually just add a bit a middle and slight cut on the bass. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davehux Posted October 28, 2014 Share Posted October 28, 2014 I've tried........ GB Shuttle 9.0 Orange TB500 Phil Jones D200 Markbass TTE500 The TTE500 is the only one that got compliments from our guitard. Still looking for an all-valve that will sit on it's slim little body and not look like a mushroom. The Mesa Prodigy Four:88, fits but is close to £2000 new :-( Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Muzz Posted October 28, 2014 Share Posted October 28, 2014 I've spotted your problem...stop listening to the guitard... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimwin Posted October 28, 2014 Share Posted October 28, 2014 Not valve, but I use a GK MB800. I can't think I would ever need more power..ever…and the EQ allows good flexibility. I have the tweeter 3/4 off, with the treble rolled off slightly on the amp. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kevin Dean Posted November 13, 2014 Author Share Posted November 13, 2014 [quote name='davehux' timestamp='1414515058' post='2590112'] I've tried........ GB Shuttle 9.0 Orange TB500 Phil Jones D200 Markbass TTE500 The TTE500 is the only one that got compliments from our guitard. Still looking for an all-valve that will sit on it's slim little body and not look like a mushroom. The Mesa Prodigy Four:88, fits but is close to £2000 new :-( [/quote] What style do you play , pic , fingers ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davehux Posted November 13, 2014 Share Posted November 13, 2014 Used to use a pick, now fingers, with thumb for quiet stuff Now add a Markbass F1 to the list - tried it last night at full band practice and discovered a level of floor shaking bass that none of the others had ever come close to - incredible :-) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lozz196 Posted November 13, 2014 Share Posted November 13, 2014 Aguilar Tonehammer 500. Only used it once so far, but very pleased with the sound - a really nice warm, gnarly driven tone (much like a modern sounding Ampeg really) that`s ideal for my punk band. I wouldn`t recommend the TH for super hi-fi cleans but it is great for what I do. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
winterfire666 Posted November 13, 2014 Share Posted November 13, 2014 i use a TC RH750 with my super 12t i cant fault it, if you can get your head around the eq the possibilities are endless and its so handy having the 3 presets available its not got masses of character but that lets the bass tone shine through and theres bags of power. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
deaver Posted November 13, 2014 Share Posted November 13, 2014 Peavey Nitrobass, weighs about 10 times more than the cab. Can hear the bass loud and clear on stage which is all that really bothers me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
electriccheese Posted November 13, 2014 Share Posted November 13, 2014 I used mine with a Markbass F1 and sounded good, but with a Thunderfunk 750 was awesome! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tubbybloke68 Posted November 14, 2014 Share Posted November 14, 2014 Must admit to having my doubts about my super 12t when I first got it but as times gone on I've used it with a shuttle 9 ,streamliner 9 and now using it with a puma 900.playing in the house band at a jam session tonight I stood at the back as another guy was playing and the sound was bloody amazing!always wondered if it lacked a bit of ummph but hearing it earlier it filled the room with a clear full but tight sound.certainly didn't lack presence at all.great stuff!:-) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kevin Dean Posted November 14, 2014 Author Share Posted November 14, 2014 I other day & for some reason I didn't go through the PA & it kept up with the 4K pa , You can see it on youtube under "Scary Clown College" & the person recording it was right next to the PA Sub . Any way last night I spent ages checking out the following heads with the 12T , TC Bh250 this just sounded horrible I just couldn't get away from a nasal sound .The Markbass Little Rocker & MO Mark 250 were ok but lacked ooomph compared to the Ashdown ABM 400 RH . I'd like to try a Genz Benz but worried about support . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lozz196 Posted November 14, 2014 Share Posted November 14, 2014 Have you considered getting a pre-amp pedal like a Sansamp/VT DI to add some oompph in. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kevin Dean Posted November 14, 2014 Author Share Posted November 14, 2014 [quote name='Lozz196' timestamp='1415957294' post='2605490'] Have you considered getting a pre-amp pedal like a Sansamp/VT DI to add some oompph in. [/quote] I'm trying not to use pedals after a recent event I had . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snarf Posted November 14, 2014 Share Posted November 14, 2014 I'm one of the masses with a Super Twelve and GB Shuttle 9.0. I've tried a few different heads through the cab and I've got to say that the ole Barefaced does justice to them all. A guy in another band recently put a Tiny Terror through it and I've got to give credit to Orange on that, it sounded really awesome. I'm starting to get a bit of GAS for a Markbass though, I'd love to try a TTE800 though it. Has anyone tried a Warwick LWA1000 through one by any vague chance? I've not played any Warwick gear for years but curious about this one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jimwin Posted November 15, 2014 Share Posted November 15, 2014 I've used a few amps with my S12t. The first was a Hartke LH1000 (OK - but heavy), then I went the Pre/power amp option of Tech21/Crown (Ok) and now I use the GK MB800. The GK seems to have far more power than previous options - and is very light. Looks like a set top box though!!. Its great - and is my permanent choice for the S12t. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kevin Dean Posted November 16, 2014 Author Share Posted November 16, 2014 [quote name='Lozz196' timestamp='1415957294' post='2605490'] Have you considered getting a pre-amp pedal like a Sansamp/VT DI to add some oompph in. [/quote] Someone told me that they do rack versions? so I'll look into that thanks . Or a Rack grapic eq might help .? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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