Cuzzie Posted October 14, 2020 Share Posted October 14, 2020 1 hour ago, foxyFuze said: After some considerable time faffing with buying, selling, rebuying etc etc, I'm pretty happy with this now. Was going to sell the GK but it's just too good; it's very handy for ease of carriage and when I don't need the Fender. My latest bass purchase is included. I can't see myself wanting anything else anytime soon 🙂 Dats a great rig - noice Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
la bam Posted October 17, 2020 Share Posted October 17, 2020 New rig for me at the moment. At lot of re jogging, selling and replacing due to covid work situation, but I'm really happy with this. Blisteringly powerful and versatile. Ashdown ABM 600 evo iv (main head). Ashdown RM500 (back up head). Ashdown tone pocket for practicing. Korg pitchblack tuner. Line 6 G90 wireless unit. Ashdown ABM evo iv cab. Cheeky markbass keeper on the side to hold the bass. Current main bass Fender Player precision. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ern500evo Posted October 17, 2020 Share Posted October 17, 2020 On 01/10/2020 at 09:34, bartelby said: New amp means a new post in the rig thread! This CTM-300 arrived yesterday. I've only had chance to use it for about an hour, but I'm beginning to dial in a great tone (photos don't show the current settings). I was a little concerned about the tone stack as it's pretty subtle and my other amp is a JJB-500 whose 12 band graphic is anything but subtle. But it appears you don't need extensive tone shaping with this amp. The only downside is it weighs as much as my 10 year old daughter. But the upside of the pandemic means I'm not going to be moving this anytime soon... Is that my old Mag 810? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bartelby Posted October 17, 2020 Share Posted October 17, 2020 30 minutes ago, ern500evo said: Is that my old Mag 810? Yep. It’s still going strong. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ern500evo Posted October 17, 2020 Share Posted October 17, 2020 1 hour ago, bartelby said: Yep. It’s still going strong. Awesome! Glad it’s still getting used! Looks great too Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Al Krow Posted October 23, 2020 Share Posted October 23, 2020 (edited) Recently picked up a MB combo (CMD 121H) in the FS to leave at my folks' place in Brum, as I'm spending a bit more time up there these days to give them a bit of support. Forgotten how good value and quality these MB combos are - for £400 (used) it's considerably less than the second hand cost of my separates! One of the features of MB cabs is that they tend to have a little high frequency roll off, which some folk love as being the signature 'warm' MB sound. I personally prefer a brighter / 'flatter' top end and it seems that the Tech 21 VTDI pedal + MB Combo is a marriage made in heaven to deliver this - highly recommend. If I had discovered that particular pairing a few years back I suspect I might not have let go my MB AC 121 Lite, which is still one of the best combos out there and one of the very few that can deliver a full 500W through it's own single 12" speaker, without the need for an extension cab. Edited October 23, 2020 by Al Krow 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Naigewron Posted October 23, 2020 Share Posted October 23, 2020 From yesterday's rehearsal 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ramsay777 Posted October 25, 2020 Share Posted October 25, 2020 (edited) Some awesome rigs in this thread. Here's mine currently; EBMM Sterling HH > under-contruction pedalboard > Genz Benz ShuttleMax 12.2 > Ashdown ABM410. Plenty, though I wouldn't mind adding an ABM210 for modular set up... Edited October 25, 2020 by Ramsay777 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
funkypenguin Posted November 6, 2020 Share Posted November 6, 2020 (edited) Just finished putting my new rig together. Warwick Hellborg preamp Warwick Hellborg Mono 500w power amp Warwick Hellborg Hi Cab (2x12) Warwick Hellborg Lo Cab (1x15) joined by my 97 streamer LX Complete U-turn for me as far as rig philosophy is concerned in that its heavy as hell, but it sounds incredible Edited November 6, 2020 by funkypenguin 5 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EBS_freak Posted November 6, 2020 Share Posted November 6, 2020 9 minutes ago, funkypenguin said: Just finished putting my new rig together. Warwick Hellborg preamp Warwick Hellborg Mono 500w power amp Warwick Hellborg Hi Cab (2x12) Warwick Hellborg Lo Cab (1x15) joined by my 97 streamer LX Complete U-turn for me as far as rig philosophy is concerned in that its heavy as hell, but it sounds incredible You like Warwick then I presume? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pea Turgh Posted November 6, 2020 Share Posted November 6, 2020 11 minutes ago, funkypenguin said: Just finished putting my new rig together. Warwick Hellborg preamp Warwick Hellborg Mono 500w power amp Warwick Hellborg Hi Cab (2x12) Warwick Hellborg Lo Cab (1x15) joined by my 97 streamer LX Complete U-turn for me as far as rig philosophy is concerned in that its heavy as hell, but it sounds incredible So heavy, the sheer gravity of the rig prevented you from taking a photo?! Come on man, you knows the rules - pics or it didn’t happen! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
funkypenguin Posted November 6, 2020 Share Posted November 6, 2020 5 minutes ago, EBS_freak said: You like Warwick then I presume? In much the same way as you like EBS I imagine Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
funkypenguin Posted November 6, 2020 Share Posted November 6, 2020 3 minutes ago, Pea Turgh said: So heavy, the sheer gravity of the rig prevented you from taking a photo?! Come on man, you knows the rules - pics or it didn’t happen! Technical issues 😛 photo now posted 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EBS_freak Posted November 6, 2020 Share Posted November 6, 2020 27 minutes ago, funkypenguin said: In much the same way as you like EBS I imagine Despite my name, I dont use it anymore! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Muzz Posted November 6, 2020 Share Posted November 6, 2020 40 minutes ago, EBS_freak said: Despite my name, I dont use it anymore! Could've been worse: you could have had a tattoo... 😕😀 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EBS_freak Posted November 6, 2020 Share Posted November 6, 2020 Just now, Muzz said: Could've been worse: you could have had a tattoo... 😕😀 Err... funny you should mention that... I joke. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PaulThePlug Posted November 6, 2020 Share Posted November 6, 2020 (edited) @funkypenguin Youngest is not fussed about bass gear but has a keen eye for spotting a UCS Imperial Star Destroyer... The Force is strong in my youngest! Edited November 6, 2020 by PaulThePlug 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
funkypenguin Posted November 6, 2020 Share Posted November 6, 2020 4 hours ago, PaulThePlug said: @funkypenguin Youngest is not fussed about bass gear but has a keen eye for spotting a UCS Imperial Star Destroyer... The Force is strong in my youngest! Well spotted! The force is indeed strong with your youngest! The Star Destroyer was a present from my better half, she remembered me staring at the same model in the lego store in NYC while we were on our honeymoon last year. I wasn't in a position to buy it then and it would been hell trying to get it back to the UK, but she remembered it and surprised me with it last month! My desk has now been repurposed until I can find a suitable display case for it! Once we eventually get into a house of our own in the next couple of years, this and my UCS X wing will make quite a nice pair in my home studio! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bartelby Posted November 8, 2020 Share Posted November 8, 2020 After doing some hard thinking over that last few weeks I decided to do a bit of downsizing. I’ve donated the Ashdown 8x10” and a Laney 4x10” to a local music venue. They will be used as in house backline, once gigs happen again, and also in their new recording studio they’re setting up in their basement. So for now my rig is this (apologies in advance to those of a sensitive nature): it sounds bloody good. In fact I prefer it to the 8x10”. Next year I’ll be looking for something new, cab wise. Not decided on what yet... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pea Turgh Posted November 8, 2020 Share Posted November 8, 2020 18 minutes ago, bartelby said: After doing some hard thinking over that last few weeks I decided to do a bit of downsizing. I’ve donated the Ashdown 8x10” and a Laney 4x10” to a local music venue. They will be used as in house backline, once gigs happen again, and also in their new recording studio they’re setting up in their basement. So for now my rig is this (apologies in advance to those of a sensitive nature): it sounds bloody good. In fact I prefer it to the 8x10”. Next year I’ll be looking for something new, cab wise. Not decided on what yet... What cabs are they? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bartelby Posted November 8, 2020 Share Posted November 8, 2020 18 minutes ago, Pea Turgh said: What cabs are they? IIRC, they’re cabs that were made for the Ashdown ABM mini range (4x8” and 1x15”). But were left overs when they updated the design. So got loaded with Celestions. They had white piping on, but I changed that to yellow to match the Mark Bass head I was using at the time. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
three Posted November 8, 2020 Share Posted November 8, 2020 On 06/11/2020 at 15:14, funkypenguin said: Just finished putting my new rig together. Warwick Hellborg preamp Warwick Hellborg Mono 500w power amp Warwick Hellborg Hi Cab (2x12) Warwick Hellborg Lo Cab (1x15) joined by my 97 streamer LX Complete U-turn for me as far as rig philosophy is concerned in that its heavy as hell, but it sounds incredible Superb rig and fabulous with the six string I’d imagine. My favourite pre but interesting to hear how you get on with the power amp. I’m on my third (stereo 250) and find that they impart some harmonic colour, a kind of fine grit. Musical but a bit unexpected - I tend to use my pre through the back end of a db750 where complete cleanliness is required. I hope that you have sound floors. A very substantial stack (and if you need to add a few pounds, I think that Thomann still have a few of the Warwick dedicated 3u cases). Lovely to see the complete set - stunning! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
funkypenguin Posted November 8, 2020 Share Posted November 8, 2020 9 hours ago, three said: Superb rig and fabulous with the six string I’d imagine. My favourite pre but interesting to hear how you get on with the power amp. I’m on my third (stereo 250) and find that they impart some harmonic colour, a kind of fine grit. Musical but a bit unexpected - I tend to use my pre through the back end of a db750 where complete cleanliness is required. I hope that you have sound floors. A very substantial stack (and if you need to add a few pounds, I think that Thomann still have a few of the Warwick dedicated 3u cases). Lovely to see the complete set - stunning! It works beautifully with my 6 string. Its a great sounding bass regardless of the amp, but through this rig it sounds rich and sweet in a totally new way. I haven't cranked it yet for obvious reasons but can't wait to see how it sounds in a bigger room where I can push it a little! It's interesting you mention the power amp, I discovered the exact same thing. I played through a Hellborg rig back in 2008/9, but was in a room with a bunch of other gear (trade show) so didn't notice the harmonic grit. I wasn't sure if it was a fault or not so I went back to an old copy of bass player mag where they reviewed this rig (club cab rather than Hi Cab) and they mentioned this very characteristic. Its certainly unique and takes some getting used to, but adds a lovely warmth to the sound, especially after the transformers have fully warmed up. I've never played through anything that has this blend of warmth and clarity, and the dynamic range and attack are amazing. Really happy to have the dream rig assembled! obviously it still has to pass the acid test of being gigged, but the signs are very encouraging! ben 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Salt on your Bass? Posted November 9, 2020 Share Posted November 9, 2020 @bartelby - that rig has left me feeling confused, slightly violated, but overall warm and fuzzy. How do the smaller cabs compare tonewise? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bartelby Posted November 9, 2020 Share Posted November 9, 2020 3 minutes ago, Salt on your Bass? said: @bartelby - that rig has left me feeling confused, slightly violated, but overall warm and fuzzy. How do the smaller cabs compare tonewise? There’s more low end and things are a little more defined. Whether this is solely the cabs, or less air being moved means I can turn the amp up a touch more, or a combination of the two I’m not sure. But it’s enough of a difference to make me totally unsure of what cab(s) to get next. Although these cabs are small they’re not lightweight. The 4x8” is getting on for 30kgs. And I’d prefer a single cab solution. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Recommended Posts
Join the conversation
You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.