Kiwi Posted November 22, 2014 Share Posted November 22, 2014 I've decided to embark on a rationalisation of my purchases over the last 10 years as the cash is needed for another aspiration. So I'm putting this mythical monster up for sale. For those who don't know...Trace Elliot did a limited run of valve amps in the mid 90's named V4, V6 and V8. The V6 was only ever offered in green carpet. The V4 was available in green carpet but 25 black vinyl versions were offered each in combo and head format. The V8 [size=4]was only available in the black vinyl format and estimates suggest only 100 were made. Not only rare but also exclusive and for a while was part of Entwhistle's set up.[/size] What you get is...monstrous lows, i[size=4]t's an Ampeg on steroids...its raw, its beefy it's very rock. It's the musical equivalent of being slapped in the face with a huge, bovril covered male prosthetic by a sh*t smiling Gene Simmons.[/size] [size=4]I'm not into rock, bovril or Gene Simmons...I'm into funk so that's why I'm selling it.[/size] [size=4]Features include:[/size][list] [*]Footswitching channels - clean and...less clean (depending on how you set the gain on the second channel, grindy fuzz is available if you want it.) [*][size=4]A three band passive eq with centre for the mid frequencies shifted via a pull pot. Personally, I don't understand the point as it doesn't make a big difference considering how beefy the amp sounds...but anyway. [/size] [*][size=4]A footswitchable compressor is single channel and you can set the threshold and ratio.[/size] [*][size=4]Series effects loop - stick your favourite OD in if the channels don't satisfy [/size] [*][size=4]The power can be halved from 400w to 200w using a switch on the back into either a 2 or 4 ohm load. [/size] [*][size=4]Speaker output which can be either through a jack or XLR.[/size] [/list] A copy of the service manual is available here: http://www.scribd.com/doc/26854018/Trace-Elliot-V8-Service-Manual The science bit: No trades. I really need the cash for a non bass related purchase. First person with the money gets the amp. A 10% deposit to secure the amp is absolutely OK if you need to raise funds to purchase so long as the balance is paid within 30 days. Otherwise you risk losing the deposit. If it doesn't sell on here within 4 or so weeks, it will be sold on commission through a selected bass retailer. So the cost of commission will be added to the cost of the amp. Collection from SE London is preferred - this amp weighs at least 25kg (still lighter than my old Mesa Bass 400+ though). However I can deliver within London/Kent/M25 south for the cost of Zipcar hire (£8.50/hour) subject to availability. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Billy Apple Posted November 22, 2014 Share Posted November 22, 2014 Lovely! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pentode Posted November 22, 2014 Share Posted November 22, 2014 Oh my........ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
funky8884 Posted November 22, 2014 Share Posted November 22, 2014 A museum needs to buy this ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris Horton Posted November 22, 2014 Share Posted November 22, 2014 I have wanted to try out these amps but I dont think my back would take it Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kiwi Posted November 22, 2014 Author Share Posted November 22, 2014 In all honesty, it's not that heavy for a valve amp. My Mesa Boogie Bass 400+ was 45kg when in its shockmounted road case. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
basexperience Posted November 23, 2014 Share Posted November 23, 2014 An epic amp. Just epic. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris Horton Posted November 23, 2014 Share Posted November 23, 2014 [quote name='Kiwi' timestamp='1416677622' post='2612596'] In all honesty, it's not that heavy for a valve amp. My Mesa Boogie Bass 400+ was 45kg when in its shockmounted road case. [/quote] Now that is heavy A few years ago I had an orange AD 200 in a flight case. I could lift it but not that fun. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tonyf Posted November 23, 2014 Share Posted November 23, 2014 My old gal ;-) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Norm Posted November 24, 2014 Share Posted November 24, 2014 Gert Lush! GLWTS. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cwbass Posted December 3, 2014 Share Posted December 3, 2014 Ooh is that my old one? I'm sure it was a similar serial... Have to try and dig out the pics! Haven't found anything since that even comes close for rock tone IMHO and definitely a manageable weight. If only I had the cash and a more understanding Mrs...! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kiwi Posted December 3, 2014 Author Share Posted December 3, 2014 [quote name='cwbass' timestamp='1417592209' post='2621977'] If only I had the cash and a more understanding Mrs...! [/quote] There is a clear solution...sell the Mrs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cwbass Posted December 3, 2014 Share Posted December 3, 2014 Is that an offer for a trade?! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sean Posted December 3, 2014 Share Posted December 3, 2014 That's the best thing I've seen for sale on BC this year. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
longtimefred Posted December 9, 2014 Share Posted December 9, 2014 Yum yum. I'd say I would buy it but I don't need to as I have a V4 These are the best amps of all time ever!!! Good luck. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bclhaynes Posted December 14, 2014 Share Posted December 14, 2014 By far the best bass amp I have ever played and highly recommend it. I've been fortunate to use my mates one for recording on a few albums and just wish I could afford this one! Let me know if you drop the price. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kiwi Posted December 15, 2014 Author Share Posted December 15, 2014 Yours for £2099...tempted? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bclhaynes Posted December 15, 2014 Share Posted December 15, 2014 [quote name='Kiwi' timestamp='1418635756' post='2631795'] Yours for £2099...tempted? [/quote] Love it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kiwi Posted December 17, 2014 Author Share Posted December 17, 2014 Running out of bump images...type bump Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bclhaynes Posted December 17, 2014 Share Posted December 17, 2014 For a grand in cash I'll give it a lovely home in time for Christmas even though my girlfriend would then kick me out. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kiwi Posted December 17, 2014 Author Share Posted December 17, 2014 Let me think about it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kiwi Posted December 17, 2014 Author Share Posted December 17, 2014 No. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bclhaynes Posted December 17, 2014 Share Posted December 17, 2014 Oh well, lol. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kiwi Posted January 26, 2015 Author Share Posted January 26, 2015 I might as well...bump! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mikhay77 Posted January 26, 2015 Share Posted January 26, 2015 Bump for a great amp. I am a lucky owner of one of the 25 V4s. They are awesome!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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