chrkelly Posted June 22, 2008 Posted June 22, 2008 (edited) Now I've finally moved into my new place, the clearout can commence! First up is a Bergantino HS410 4ohm in perfect condition. This IS THE BEST CAB I'VE EVER PLAYED THROUGH but unfortunately when I bought from Mark at Bass Direct in Nov last year I thought I'd be moving into a ground floor flat. Well, that one fell through and I'm now on the 2nd floor with a narrow staircase. Also, my new double bass is a lot bigger than my last one and my car isn't big enough for the two. It's much narrower in depth than most 410s and will fit in the back seat of the car comfortably. It will really hurt seeing this go but as soon as it's gone I'll be straight out to Bass Direct to replace it with a pair of Berg 12's. Also comes with padded cover and removable castors. SOLD! Next is my SWR Henry the 8x8. Pre Fender model in used but definitely not abused condition. There was a lot of interest in this after I'd put it into storage during the move so hopefully it gets the same this time round. Amazing punch and depth from the 8s and much smaller and lighter than an 810. Awesome cab but a bit OTT for my current needs. SOLD! Finally, my trusty EA iAmp 600. Amazing hifi powerhouse. With a Thon 3u rack. SOLD! All available for collection from Catford, S London or I can deliver myself depending on time and distance. Edited August 8, 2008 by chrkelly
chrkelly Posted June 25, 2008 Author Posted June 25, 2008 Pics will be up as soon as I've found the box with the camera in it.
Higgie Posted June 25, 2008 Posted June 25, 2008 I use an EA iAmp 600, and I just want to say what a fantastic amp it is. Good price too!
bassjamm Posted July 7, 2008 Posted July 7, 2008 Hi mate, Just a few questions on the EA...i've used a different model before, i found it to be a little wooly sounding, or a little undefined. Would you say this is clean and clear sounding? Also, what kind of warmth or punch does it offer? Thanks J
molan Posted July 8, 2008 Posted July 8, 2008 [quote name='bassjamm' post='234636' date='Jul 7 2008, 11:53 PM']Hi mate, Just a few questions on the EA...i've used a different model before, i found it to be a little wooly sounding, or a little undefined. Would you say this is clean and clear sounding? Also, what kind of warmth or punch does it offer? Thanks J[/quote] An EA sounding wooly - that's about the last thing I'd have said about EA gear. Was it paired with an EA cab?
chrkelly Posted July 9, 2008 Author Posted July 9, 2008 I've been playing a lot lately with the berg and it sounds so good that I just can't bring myself to sell it. Apologies to all those who were interested. I would never say the EA sounded wooly, what cab did you try it with, may have been a bad pairing. I've always found mine extremely clear and articulate. It doesn't add or take anything away from your sound. I always find the measure of a good clean amp is how well it amplifies double bass. Certain amps with frequency bumps that may be tasteful for bass guitar will give a horrible double bass sound. The EA has none (you can dial them in via the presets or eq though) and retains crystal clear highs that I find are missing from a lot of amps. Warmth and punch wise, that mainly depends on the instrument and how you play it, though you can get a nice thick mid present sound with the contour preset on.
casapete Posted July 10, 2008 Posted July 10, 2008 I've got an SWR 8x8 (Henry!) and its ace - like a scaled down Ampeg 810,and similiar sound - really shifts some air! Have a free bump!
chrkelly Posted July 13, 2008 Author Posted July 13, 2008 Berg back up for sale. Why did I move into a top floor flat????
chrkelly Posted July 23, 2008 Author Posted July 23, 2008 SWR on the bay [url="http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/SWR-Henry-the-8x8-bass-cabinet_W0QQitemZ230274332900QQcmdZViewItem?hash=item230274332900&_trksid=p3286.m14.l1318"]http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/SWR-Henry-the-8x8-ba...p3286.m14.l1318[/url]
Dubs Posted July 23, 2008 Posted July 23, 2008 Henry The 8x8 - I love the comical SWR cab names - I almost bought the 1x18 Big Ben once because of the name, then realised I didn't actually want a 1x18. The fickle youth of today...
MB1 Posted July 23, 2008 Posted July 23, 2008 [quote name='benwhiteuk' post='246110' date='Jul 23 2008, 02:08 PM']Henry The 8x8 - I love the comical SWR cab names - I almost bought the 1x18 Big Ben once because of the name, then realised I didn't actually want a 1x18. The fickle youth of today...[/quote] MB1. Good job your names not Mark Ashdown then innit?
Dubs Posted July 23, 2008 Posted July 23, 2008 [quote name='MB1' post='246132' date='Jul 23 2008, 02:25 PM']MB1. Good job your names not Mark Ashdown then innit? [/quote] Ay, that it is
Kev Posted July 23, 2008 Posted July 23, 2008 i bet that 8x8 sounds brilliant, bit loud for home use though i should imagine! probably the exact kinda thing i would look for if i was gigging
chrkelly Posted July 23, 2008 Author Posted July 23, 2008 There is something quite satisfying though about practising on the sofa with eight speakers firing sound at you. It's a good job the guy in the flat below me is a bit deaf!
chrkelly Posted July 24, 2008 Author Posted July 24, 2008 Bergantino - trade pending SWR - on ebay [url="http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/SWR-Henry-the-8x8-bass-cabinet_W0QQitemZ230274332900QQcmdZViewItem?hash=item230274332900&_trksid=p3286.m14.l1318"]http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/SWR-Henry-the-8x8-ba...p3286.m14.l1318[/url] EA - on ebay [url="http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Euphonic-Audio-iAMP-600-bass-amplifier_W0QQitemZ230274369924QQcmdZViewItem?hash=item230274369924&_trksid=p3286.m14.l1318"]http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/Euphonic-Audio-iAMP-...p3286.m14.l1318[/url]
chrkelly Posted July 26, 2008 Author Posted July 26, 2008 The Bergantino is now gone (cheers Toasted) and I've now joined the Aguilar club!
chrkelly Posted July 29, 2008 Author Posted July 29, 2008 Only a few days to go on the bay, SWR now at a massively reduced price as I really need to shift it soon.
molan Posted July 29, 2008 Posted July 29, 2008 [quote name='chrkelly' post='246219' date='Jul 23 2008, 04:18 PM']There is something quite satisfying though about practising on the sofa with eight speakers firing sound at you. It's a good job the guy in the flat below me is a bit deaf![/quote] I was vaguely amused to open the box of my new Fafner to discover it came with a set of nice bright yellow 'industrial style' ear plugs Maybe I'll give them to my neighbours. . . . . . . Those SWR cabs are definitely a lot of fun. I've only tried one in a shop at lowish volume but it certainly had some oomph behind it
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