So was informed that promoter was providing backline for gig this Friday just gone. OK so no surprises there, but brought LMii 500 head & 2x10 cab just in case.
I play very straightforward (boring?) P basses, with no pedals, so plug in and play.
Found, to my surprise, an Orange Crush 100 combo waiting for me & support bands to use. It was DI'd to desk along with mic'd
Now this thing had to "compete" with 2 (loud) electric guitars, drums, keys, 3 backing vocalists & mandolin. I don't have bass through monitors, just lead singer's guitar & vox, but thought I would have to on this occasion.
I was going to swap it out for my rig for guaranteed "heft", but thought "I'll give it a go".
I was proven very wrong! This thing was immense, with loads of headroom. Held it's own on stage, without dialing in too much on the master volume. Very impressive tone and a bit of grit on hand.
Made me think about the wattage/power needed for reasonable on stage volume. My LMii very rarely goes above 3 on master.
Anyway, hats off to the Crush combo, you served me well and I love the colour!!