Highfox Posted January 5, 2017 Share Posted January 5, 2017 [quote name='synthaside' timestamp='1483610445' post='3208602'] I know It's VERY tempting to go for a second-hand amp, but I stress you head down to somewhere with reasonable stock and try a few out first I'm so glad I did. I'd gone into the store dead set on buying one thing and left with something completely different I'd taken my bass and spent 20 mins with the amp in question unable to find usable tones , then tried my markbass found my sound immediately and left with a grin the size of a house, skipping back to the carry carrying the stupidly light combo in one hand . Sound is very subjective, and amps definitely colour your tone, That being said for cost effective powerful rock tones, I'm surprised no-one's suggested one of the fender rumbles * [url="https://www.andertons.co.uk/p/2370606900/bass-combos/fender-rumble-500-v3-bass-amp"]https://www.anderton...500-v3-bass-amp[/url] * I doubt you will need more than the 350 watts that the combo produces right off the bat but it leaves room for finding that second cab if you do need 500 watts. Also before you go ahead and buy a gigantic 8x10 yourself what size venues do this band play? Will there be PA support, hell you may not even require an amp until you know the date of the first gig. I know its exciting to think about but I've found rehearsal room amps are getting better and better, one i'm going to in Clapham next week has my choice of markbass or GK :-S . [/quote] I use the Fender rumble v3 500 combo and love it. Thought people might of got tired of me spouting off how great they are all the time and I'm not on any sponsorship. I have the 210 extension cab for it as well, but only really need/use it at bigger gig's, tho I have it setup at the practice place all the time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blue Posted January 6, 2017 Share Posted January 6, 2017 [quote name='Cato' timestamp='1483555700' post='3208240'] You should be able to get a decent 500w amp head and a 4 × 10 cab for that much. That's your classic guitar band gigging rig. Headwise I'd be looking for a second hand Hartke (which will weigh as much as a small house by the way), which should leave you plenty of change for a decent second hand cab. [/quote] I saw a real cool looking Mark Bass 2 X 10 combo for $699.00 Blue Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harryburke14 Posted January 6, 2017 Author Share Posted January 6, 2017 Went into PMT today to buy patch cables. Left with a Fender Rumble 500 head and Orange 4x10 cab, for an absolute steal and 24 month interest free finance. Also, a minor cockuo involving them selling my cheapo gigbag has resulted in me getting a much more fancy, padded gig bag for nothing. Problem one and two sorted. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tuco Posted January 7, 2017 Share Posted January 7, 2017 [quote name='Harryburke14' timestamp='1483728669' post='3209698'] Went into PMT today to buy patch cables. Left with a Fender Rumble 500 head and Orange 4x10 cab, for an absolute steal and 24 month interest free finance. Also, a minor cockuo involving them selling my cheapo gigbag has resulted in me getting a much more fancy, padded gig bag for nothing. Problem one and two sorted. [/quote] I think that's what's known as a result mate As for problem 3, wing it. I joined a new band this time last year and had 40 original songs to learn almost overnight (no exaggeration) I've been winging it ever since.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harryburke14 Posted January 8, 2017 Author Share Posted January 8, 2017 After about an hour of spitballing, we came up with the following names. If anyone wants to be a star and help us vote then that would be greatly appreciated: http://www.strawpoll.me/12055529 vote for up to 3... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SpondonBassed Posted January 8, 2017 Share Posted January 8, 2017 [facetious quip] I haven't gone to the polling site to look at what you came up with because I thought "The Spitballers" sounded just fine. I'm just hoping you didn't have that as one of the names already. [/facetious quip] Good luck with the venture my friend. Break legs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Harryburke14 Posted January 8, 2017 Author Share Posted January 8, 2017 [quote name='SpondonBassed' timestamp='1483879395' post='3210763'] [facetious quip] I haven't gone to the polling site to look at what you came up with because I thought "The Spitballers" sounded just fine. I'm just hoping you didn't have that as one of the names already. [/facetious quip] Good luck with the venture my friend. Break legs. [/quote] Damn why didnt I put the Spitballers in there... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
72deluxe Posted January 8, 2017 Share Posted January 8, 2017 Got a cheap bass case I am selling, I can drop it off depending on where you are in Brum if you're interested. Shameless plug I know. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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