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Fairly cheap new rig - , 8x10, 6x10 or 2x10/4x10 combination?
RussFM posted a topic in Amps and Cabs
I'm thinking of picking up some new cabs, as I'm struggling to hear myself at practice with just a 4ohm 2x10 on the floor. After spending the last few years with my small but loud GK Neo 212, I'm thinking since I need to cut costs, I may as well forget any ideas I have about going lightweight, and enjoy having a decent size stack behind me before I can afford to go small and lightweight again next year. I've had a look around, but there are just too many options, so wondering what other BCers have done to get a decent stack on a budget. My amp is 500w at 4ohm - the most sensible option would be a 4x10 and 2x10 (300w each), but I could go for something bigger and keep my current 2x10 if needed. My amp only has one speak-on out, so the cabs would need to have input and output. These are what I've found. Cheapest option seems to be the MAG 810, but would this be too big to handle by myself? At gigs it would be fine, but getting it back into the house on my own may be an issue? I've never seen one in the flesh. The ABM looked pretty small for an 8x10 last time I saw one though? Ashdown MAG 810 Ashdown MAG210 and MAG410 GK Backline 2x10 & 4x10 Warwick 610 Pro Laney Richter 4x10 x 2 Hartke VX 4x10 & 2x10 Peavey TVX 210 + 410 Any experiences or other suggestions? Obviously it doesn't have to be new, I'd prefer second hand, much cheaper, but I'd like matching cabs. -
So what do you drive to transport your bass gear around?
RussFM replied to Linus27's topic in General Discussion
[quote name='ben604' post='474249' date='Apr 28 2009, 03:05 PM']Is that a factory fitted sub in the back?[/quote] Yeah, I think that's the SE version, mine's the Sport so hasn't got it (stock pic from Parkers). -
So what do you drive to transport your bass gear around?
RussFM replied to Linus27's topic in General Discussion
I just bought a Peugeot 308 1.6 HDi. Part of me wanted the CC version, and part of me wanted the SW version and an 8x10, but pretty happy with it anyway, I can get my 2x10, 3u rack case and the guitaristist's Gretch case in the boot, and my bass goes on the back seats. Probably would get an 8x10 in there with the seats down. -
Singing and Playing..Do you find this hard/easy???
RussFM replied to bubinga5's topic in General Discussion
In one band I sing along to most choruses and a few harmonies, but in the other I play more complex parts and can't sing at the same time. In contrast, I can never sing while playing guitar! -
Up to £200 it may have been ok, but it's looks far too cheap for a £500 bass, there are so many better options around for that!
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My recently downsized rig. Very happy with the sound though! Not as punchy as the old GK, but I can get a few tones I'm happy with, and it doesn't take up much space! Ernie Ball MusicMan Audiophile HD500 head and SWR Goliath JR III, with Fender Deluxe Active Jazz and modded SX Jazz.
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My main drummer is absolutely perfect every time. He also does backing vocals, is an amazing lead guitarist, and wrote half our songs. He's also grade 8 on violin. Bastard.
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Damn, if I hadn't just bought a 2x10 and amp I'd have had those off you! Always liked the look of that head. -
I use what sounds good and looks good - for me, the Fender Jazz is the best looking bass out there, but I don't have to buy US for it to sound good.
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I want one already!
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I am now the proud owner of an SWR Goliath Jr III, Thanks Andrew! Great to deal with. Nice collection you've got, I'm sure I'll be looking for Warwicks in the for sale forum soon, very nice!
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The bridge pickup on my Deluxe Jazz is pretty quiet, and that's got the noiseless pickups in. No problem with the neck pickup, just the bridge. I usually dial out the bridge a bit anyway though so I never bothered to look into it, sounded good as it was!
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I'd just find the cheapest place online for the cab and order it. If it was a bass, I'd definitely want to play it first, but amps and cabs I'll happily order from the cheapest vendor! I've never had problems with PMT before (should I rephrase that?), but only ever been to the Birmingham one.
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PM'd! -
The Genz Benz Shuttle combos look pretty damn good for a lightweight rig. Don't think you'll find much smaller than those.
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The best Killers bass line has to be Jenny Was A Friend Of Mine, surely!?!!! There's quite a few interesting Kings Of Leon bass lines, I'm not a huge fan, but each album has 3 or 4 great songs on, so worth giving them all a listen and seeing what stands out for you.
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Sold, pending payment. Thanks, now I just need to find a cheap head... Little Giant maybe! -
PM'd.
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Looks like rent will be paid this month! I'll PM you both in the morning
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I guess if there are buyers for both I'd be able to split. Forgot to mention the GK Speakon cable is included too of course for the HMS.
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I had a B410HLF once, was really cheaply built I'd definitely look elsewhere, there are much better cabs around for less money, if you do need to go the Ampeg route, it's worth spending the extra cash for the SVT 410HLF.
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I once bought a 300w Trace Elliot head with 4x10 and 1x15 Peavey cabs for £300, there's plenty of bargains out there in the second hand market!
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First of all, let me get this out of the way... Ok, I think I'm over it. Right, so I've been out of work for a while, and I'm sure rent will be due before I get paid even if I do get a job soon, so my GK rig is up for sale. I'm certain i'll buy GK again in the future (MB2!!), but in the meantime I'll get something cheap to practice/gig with. I'm looking for £800 for the amp and cab, including bag for the amp. I'd rather not seperate them, as then I'd still be left with something I can't use and not enough for rent. I can take pictures of them in daylight if anyone wants them, but rest assured they're in mint condition, just a few barely visible scuff marks on the top of the cab where the amp's been sat. Still got the box and instructions for the amp too. Specs from the GK site: 1001RB-II POWER <1% THD: Main Amp-700W@4ohm, 460W@8ohm, 1kHz -- Horn Amp-50W@8ohm, 5kHz COOLING: Continuously Variable Speed Fan INPUT SECTION: Ultra low noise S/N>90dB, Clip LED, -14dB Pad, Volume, Mute Switch and Mute LED VOICING FILTERS: 5/4 String Voicing, Adjustable Contour and Presence EQUALIZER: Bass Specific Series Four Band Active OUTPUT: Boost, Tweeter Level with Hi-Cut Switch and Woofer Level with Hi-Cut Switch DIRECT OUT: XLR, Ground Lift, Pre/Post Switch and Level Control PATCHING: Send, Return and Tuner Out SPEAKER OUTPUT: Two 1/4" and Two Horn Bi-Amp compatible Speakon Connectors WEIGHT: 22 lbs DIMENSIONS: 19"W x 3.5"H x 8"D NEO212 IMPEDANCE: 8 ohms POWER RATING: 600 Watts WOOFER: 2xGK-Paragon 12B300-16, Cast Frame, 12", 300W, 16 ohm Neodymium TWEETER: GK-Paragon 5H50-8 FREQUENCY RESPONSE: 60Hz to 19 kHz + 3dB SENSITIVITY: 101dB CROSS OVER: Horn Bi-Amp/Full Range Switch, Horn Power Limiter, L-Pad High Frequency Attenuator CONNECTORS: 1xHorn Bi-Amp/Full Range Speakon, 1x1/4" (Full Range Only) CONSTRUCTION: 11-Ply Poplar, Black Tolex, 16 Gauge Steel Grill, Removable Nickel Plated Castors, Custom Tooled Interlocking Corner System and Front Ported WEIGHT: 60 lbs DIMENSIONS: 21"W x 26"H x 16"D Someone put me out of my misery quick!!
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I have to get a fender and I dont like them Dohhh
RussFM replied to grimbeaver's topic in Bass Guitars
The Deluxe Active Jazz is pretty good for the money (about £530), I've played mine in punk bands, got a great tone from it. But I'd probably go with a Deluxe Active Precision if it was specifically for punk, then you can use the P-bass pickup on it's own, but the Jazz pickup is there if you need it. And it's also got the Jazz neck. In fact... I want one! [url="http://www.soundslive.co.uk/product~name~Fender-Deluxe-Active-P-Bass-Special,-Maple~ID~6876.asp"]http://www.soundslive.co.uk/product~name~F...ple~ID~6876.asp[/url] No point going for the expensive US models if you're not really into it, but this would make an excellent compromise. -
I've never had any problems, never played through it for longer than two hours, and mostly for 30-40 minute gigs, but always been fine.
