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SOLD Aguilar Tone Hammer 500 Bass Head - Great condition with case
Kev replied to Kev's topic in Amps and Cabs For Sale
Bump. Happy to do a deal with the Vanderkley cab I'm selling, they work brilliantly together. -
Now £450 This is a feeler. I am a little short on money at the minute so need to free some funds up, so considering selling this cab and buying something cheaper/lesser quality. Being in the band I'm in, the clarity of this cab is somewhat unnecessary! You know what this is, top quality hand built cab from Holland, this is the top end 600w model so considerably more powerful than your average 112. Excellent cab in all respects. Durable carpet covering as opposed to cheap tolex and shock-absorbing corner caps instead of those rather useless bits of folding metal you see on so many cabs! This is the loudest 1x12 I have come across and has incredible range. The cab has been outstanding with all three heads I have used it with (GK MB500 Fusion, Aguilar Tone Hammer 500 and Tecamp Puma 900) Configuration: 1x12" Neodymium driver + 1" tweeter variable tweeter control from 0 - 10. Power: 600 Watts RMS Impedance: 8 Ohms Freq. response: 40 Hz – 16 kHz Sensitivity: 99 dB 1W @ 1m Size: H x W x D, 41 cm / 16" x 50 cm / 20" x 41 cm / 16" Weight: 16 Kg / 35 lbs Price: £650 Fitted/Padded cover: £45 This is the 8ohm model. £650 plus shipping new, I'd be after quite a quick sale for £SOLD plus shipping please. Trades plus cash considered, but only really interested in 12 inch cabs. Cab is very good condition with a fitted Roqsolid case. Stock pic but actual pics can be arranged. [url="http://www.bassdirect.co.uk/bass_guitar_specialists/MNT112_files/EXT112.jpg"][/url] -
[quote name='mcnach' timestamp='1470013070' post='3102702'] Oh I'd love to hear that mix! Please post it here! Yes, it arrived on Friday. Unfortunately I've been too busy and I haven't been able to do much with it yet. I unpacked it and plugged it in for a few minutes using headphones only... just trying to get to grips with what each control does. The controls are pretty interactive, aren't they? You can't say "knob X in position Y is the right one for me" because it depends on what you do with the rest... but I thought I started to "get it" after about 15 minutes fiddling with it. It covers a LOT of ground. I want to play with it a bit more tomorrow or Tuesday and then take it to my rehearsal session on Wednesday, and use the OCS into the PA and see what it sounds like. So... it's early days, but I like what I hear so far. I think with a decent preamp this could be a killer magic box [/quote] They are very interactive with one another, particularly the top 3 knobs. I have settled with 1oclock, 9oclock and 1oclock respectively, sounds absolutely killer with my rig (Dingwall/Darkglass). The pedal was built and tested with a B7K preamp which is probably why I like it so much! For me it goes beyond cab modeling, it just does something magic to your tone whether amping or just recording. I haven't turned it off since I got it, rehearsal and recording alike!
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[quote name='chris_b' timestamp='1470006672' post='3102684'] Pete Stephens told me he though the wood altered the sound of his basses. That's why he preferred to use the mahogany core. [/quote] Absolutely, core wood certainly has some impact on tone. Topwood? Not so much.
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I thought Shedua was Ovangkol, rather than a type or related. Certainly looks identical to the stuff Warwick used on their 00's basses. I concur that topwood will have little effect on the Wal tone. I would suggest the choice of finish would have more of an impact, satin vs gloss.
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[quote name='mcnach' timestamp='1468687370' post='3092699'] Oh, really? You even considered that option? that would have made that little box... well, not very little as you say after all! Maybe one day the bluetooth technology will be better (30ms latency for *low latency* bluetooth is just not good enough, as I have found out), or there will be something else. No biggie. It was just a thought. Omnicabsim just ordered, by the way I was going to wait but after checking a few more reviews, it does seem this will be perfect for me. Can't wait! [/quote] Has it arrived yet mate? I recorded a couple of tracks for our bands debut EP last week with it, it just sounds fantastic. DI straight to Focusrite interface and cubase with zero processing in-between, it sounds killer. Tracks are being mastered at the moment but hopefully will be able to share one soon. I may get the chief to do a mix of just drums and bass so you can here what it does better
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SOLD Aguilar Tone Hammer 500 Bass Head - Great condition with case
Kev replied to Kev's topic in Amps and Cabs For Sale
Bump Had a couple of trade requests but very much still available. Any more pics or details needed please ask! -
[quote name='Beedster' timestamp='1469876170' post='3101659'] My thoughts on this bass is that it's classic Fender QC once again, a few absolute diamonds likely the equal of some Pre-CSB instruments (and it sounds like a few folks on here have been lucky enough to get such examples), a few absolute dogs equivalent to the worst of the late '70s (which mine was, heavy, lacking in resonance, misaligned and faulty), and the vast majority sitting between those extremes, many of which are no doubt very playable and decent instruments. What I should have mentioned in my post was that after the PUP stopped working I took off the control plate to have a look. I did so VERY carefully. I've never seen such poor soldering, I'm not great at it but even my solder joints look infinitely more tidy and functional than did those in my bass. Guess what, while I had the circuit out, ANOTHER WIRE DROPPED OFF A POT, JUST DROPPED OFF!!! It was shocking and explained entirely why the front PUP had stopped working in the first place. Two wires off pots in less than 20 minutes from new! I dread to think what else was going to happen had I kept it I doubt I'll ever buy another new Fender. The lack of respect they must have for their customers to let such instruments through QC is quite incredible. [/quote] Whilst Fender QC is awful at the best of times, this is the first run of a new signature series. Who the hell is checking these guitars before they ship and define a whole line!
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[quote name='LayDownThaFunk' timestamp='1469807965' post='3101254'] I always thought compression was a cover up for poor technique. Honestly. I can see why in the studio it is used so much but tbh I thought that was down to making it easier to get a better mix? [/quote] Interesting. My own view is it enhances poor technique. String noise, bum notes, fretting where you shouldn't etc all a helluva lot more audible with a compressor. Mine stay on all the time, just gives the sound an extra presence and rolls of the super high end. Also useful for my bass as having my pickups in series/coils in series and having my pickups in parallel/coils in series are very different outputs and I use both for various songs in my band, but the compressor sorts that out quite nicely.
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[quote name='hiram.k.hackenbacker' timestamp='1469812345' post='3101296'] I'm not quite sure I follow the logic here. How is buying used a guarantee that it's sound as a pound? [/quote] Unless I am mistaken, the majority of buyers in this thread bought blind off the internet, as opposed to playing in the shop and choosing (I know not all). From what I'v read, its been a complete lottery. 2nd hand, I would always take the opportunity to try such an instrument before buying, thats mainly where I was coming from. But yes, if it didn't go back to the shop in the first place, its probably a better one.
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Up for sale I have a recently acquired Aguilar Tone Hammer 500. The latest Class D to pass through my mitts, pitting them all against one another and at the moment the Tecamp is winning, so moving this one on. Its a lovely powerful amp and has its reputation for a reason. Cracking bit of kit. Specs:- [left] [b]Power Output:[/b] 500 watts into 4 ohms, 250 watts into 8 ohms [b]Preamp Section:[/b] Solid State [b]Power Section:[/b] Class D [b]Transformer:[/b] Switching mode power supply (SMPS) [b]EQ Section:[/b] [b]Bass:[/b] +/- 17 dB @ 40 Hz [b]Mid Level:[/b] +/- 16 dB [b]Mid Frequency:[/b] 180 Hz – 1 kHz [b]Treble:[/b] +/- 14 dB @ 4 kHz [b]Drive Control:[/b] Fully adjustable, featuring Aguilar’s proprietary AGS(adaptive gain shaping) circuit.[/left] [left] [font=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif][size=3][color=#000000][b]Effects Loop:[/b] Series operation. Adds 6 dB of additional gain, making it useful for a broad range of effects units.[/color] [color=#000000][b]Inputs:[/b] One 1/4" input jack, compatible with all active and passive basses[/color] [color=#000000][b]Speaker Outputs:[/b] Two Neutrik Speakon speaker outputs[/color] [color=#000000][b]Balanced Output:[/b] XLR balanced output with pre/post EQ and ground lift switch[/color] [color=#000000]Tuner output[/color] [color=#000000][b]Cooling:[/b] Two high quality whisper fans with thermal speed control[/color] [color=#000000][b]Dimensions:[/b] 10.75”W X 8.5”D X 2.75”H[/color][/size][/font][/left] [font=Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif][size=3]The amp is in perfect working condition and great cosmetic condition, only marks to note are pictures on the base of the amp. Comes with kettle lead. No original box, but does come with the Aguilar soft case. The case has been well used, the edge on one side is coming away revealing the foam padding and could do with some attention with a needle and thread and generally the case is rough around the edges, but the case still does its job i.e. there are no holes in either compartment. I wouldn't trust it on the shoulder strap anymore though! Seems that all Class D cases suffer this at some point! Need a quick sale ideally so bargain price of £435, will include shipping in the UK or travel for a meet up. Happy to consider trades for high end 1x12 cabinets or other Class D heads, but nothing from GK, Aguilar, Markbass or Genz Benz please. Not interested in trading up and adding cash, but happy to do a partial trade the other way. Cash sale very much preferred. Cheers![/size][/font]
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[quote name='MacDaddy' timestamp='1469787836' post='3101024'] what about people who have never tried Barefaced before, but gig regularly in a band with a bassist who has been using Barefaced for a number of years, thereby having some experience of Barefaced sound (on stage and FOH) at various gigging levels (indoor and out), and with different amps (ss and valve)? Should they be allowed to comment? [/quote] You know that wasn't what I was getting at, I shall not engage further
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[quote name='obbm' timestamp='1469740906' post='3100838'] Yes that would achieve it or make yourself a very short XLR-F to XLR-M cable and not connect pin#1. [/quote] Cheers Dave And make myself a cable? Now now, lets not get carried away I think one of these should be fine, especially for the price.
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Just a quickie... For reasons unknown (anyone care to enlighten?), Tecamp Puma heads were not fitted with a ground switch for their DI. First time I have come across that. With my equipment, there is a ground hum and I cannot DI out without the ground being lifted. Would this do the trick, without sacrificing sound quality? [url="https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/product/B00FC4YPL4/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=A3P5ROKL5A1OLE"]https://www.amazon.c...=A3P5ROKL5A1OLE[/url]
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It is a real shame. For weeks I was trying to find a way of freeing up the cash for one, but second hand appears to be definitely the way to go so you know your getting a decent one.
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Cheeky little amp trade with this guy, great to deal with and fully recommend you give him a go! Cheers bud.
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Jesus. Reading the last few pages isn't good. What percentage of BC'ers have had some kind of issue? Broken pickups, flaking paint, threaded screws, pole pieces not lining up, warped plastic, chunks of pick guard missing, chewed truss rod, dead spots, super high action, the list appears endless! Fender QC, people don't exaggerate do they! I wonder if they will release a proper US Custom Shop version at some point?
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Wish I could grab this from you bud. Not enough room in the stable for 3 basses though! -
Awesome looking bit of kit, shame you can't get on with the 5th string! How long you had it? -
Interesting to read about these amps. There are SO many top quality amps to choose from these days, many of which you will be able to easily try out with your gear in exchange for a short drive. What is it about these particular amps that makes it worth the risk taking a chance on one?
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[quote name='Hobbayne' timestamp='1469481187' post='3098750'] Always sitting down, although its a bit difficult on a leather recliner chair not to keep hitting the neck on the arms. I could never see myself standing up in the front room with a Fender Precision strapped on. I would feel such a pillock! [/quote] Don't use a Precision then!
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I learn/write sitting down and practice what Iv learnt standing up.
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Well, Ill look forward to the Fender price crash next year when the GBP recovers from the market shock.
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[quote name='thodrik' timestamp='1469478278' post='3098702'] I've heard that the Super P model sounds really super when played through a Super Twin... [/quote] Good for metal, too...
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Have you considered Eich/Tecamp?
