Raslee

I'm finding both my Markbass Amp and Carvin are quite similar sounding and i've been considering selling one as i have a Genz Combo too. I love them all but i enjoy the filters on the Markbass that the Carvin doesn't have, however the Carvin does have parametric eq and a whole host of other great attributes. I'm not too bothered really if this doesn't trade as I'm very happy to keep and I may change my mind anyhow as the Carvin is the most versatile amp i've ever owned. Tradewise, At the moment I fancy another bass.....try me on anything but I fancy a Warwick, Yamaha, Musicman Ray 34 or US Sub, would consider the cheaper SUBs too with some cash my way. I like old quicky basses too like the Ibanez Musician/Studio etc. 4 or 5's...may even fancy a 6. I Would also entertain a swap for a different voiced amp like an Eden, Orange Terror, Genz Streamliner perhaps (again) or a Markbass cab. So back to the Carvin, Specs,,,basically its sh*t hot and in superb condition as its been rack mounted since new. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A7hU1pzWE9E Stock pic: [i]The BX1500 dual mono block rack mount bass head delivers huge power that’s rich and warm all generated from discrete Class A preamps and 12AX7 tube driven power amps. The comprehensive EQ is fun to work, shaping all your tones to perfection. There is not a more powerfully featured, fabulous sounding bass head on the market, and this one is an ultra-light 10 lbs. – 1500w RMS, bridgeable – Dual Power Amps – Biamping – Warm 12AX7 Tube – 3 Parametric EQs, 9-band EQ – 2 rack space – Ultra Light 10 Lbs – Made in San Diego, California [b]BX1500 Features:[/b] – 2 power amps deliver 300w at 8 ohm, 450w at 4 ohms, and 750w at 2 ohm each or 900w at 8 ohm bridged or 1500w at 4 ohms bridged – Rich, warm 12AX7 tube drives each power amp and features a rear In/Out switch – 3 EQ sections, the Contour Control going from a flat mid response to a heavy scooped mid response for slap bass players, the 3 mid sweeps with Bass and Treble precisely dial in your exact needs, and the 9 band graphic is perfect for overall tone shaping – foot switchable. No bass head has more tonal flexibility. – A one knob compressor adjusts for smooth light compression and the internal amp limiters hold everything. – Bi-Amping is easily done from the front panel crossover control with each amp setting it own level for the HI and LO balance – Everything is nicely controlled with independent Amp 1 & 2 Levels and a Master Volume – A conveniently located Mute switch and an Active/Passive switch to tailor the input for different pickup configurations, plus Graphic EQ,Effects and X-over front panel switches – The rear panel features an XLR Balanced DIRECT output with Level control and pre or post switch. – 3 High current Speakon™ 1/4-inch combo speaker connectors are for Amp 1, 2 and Bridge – Rear panel Effect loop, stereo amp patch inserts and an un-muted turner jacks. – The CLASS D power amps feature high current, high speed FET output devices for optimal 2 ohm current. – The high headroom reveals its high dynamic power from the Switchmode power supply that operates at 100,000 Hz delivering maximum efficiency while reducing weight. – The head runs cool from its 94% efficiency. There is no wasted heat or energy from the AC Wall plug – Auto-switching AC input for 120V 60 Hz or 240V 50 Hz – Size: 2U rack mount 19″ wide x 10.5″ deep x 3.5″ high – Weight: 10 lbs – Made in the USA[/i]

This is still available as a sale fell through. Would trade towards a Sterling SUB Ray 4, obviously i'd add some cash too

May consider trades, w.h.y

What a bargain! Such a flexible amp.

Did you get my PM ?

I've got one of these and i keep considering selling due to lack of use but then when i play it I change my mind as they just sound superb, and they're worth a lot more than the OP's asking price considering the Genz sound and build quality. Also the heads are removable, i.e. there is a lid on top