Shire Posted October 30, 2008 Posted October 30, 2008 Afternoon ladies and gents, my name is Matt and I was referred here by a friend for some general advice. I've been playing bass for about a year and my band is doing quite well. I have played guitar for 8 years or so but have converted to the bass! Here is my current (basic) setup but I'm looking to upgrade to a smaller/lighter amp in the near future. Lugging this beast around is doing my head in! If anyone can recommend any amps in the sub £400 bracket that are lightweight and small but loud enough to gig please fire away! I was looking at this setup, what do you think? [url="http://www.thomann.de/gb/ashdown_mag_300h_bundle.htm"]http://www.thomann.de/gb/ashdown_mag_300h_bundle.htm[/url] Cheers Quote
neepheid Posted October 30, 2008 Posted October 30, 2008 Welcome to the forum If you're looking to save weight, I can't see a 4x10 cab + head being much lighter than your combo. I run a Hartke HA3500 into an Ashdown ABM 410T 4x10 cab and it weighs enough to warrant using a trolley. Quote
Shire Posted October 30, 2008 Author Posted October 30, 2008 [quote name='neepheid' post='318419' date='Oct 30 2008, 03:19 PM']Welcome to the forum If you're looking to save weight, I can't see a 4x10 cab + head being much lighter than your combo. I run a Hartke HA3500 into an Ashdown ABM 410T 4x10 cab and it weighs enough to warrant using a trolley.[/quote] Yeah I had thought that but at least its in two parts! Any other suggestions please? Quote
Shire Posted October 30, 2008 Author Posted October 30, 2008 [quote name='ped' post='318429' date='Oct 30 2008, 03:31 PM']Hi Matt :0)[/quote] Hi Chris, Admin I see! Well I better stay in line then So could you give me some links to the amps you were talking about please matey? Quote
ped Posted October 30, 2008 Posted October 30, 2008 Not just an admin matey, I OWN this place! Markbass are a good place to start - their amplifiers are TINY and very light (some about the size and weight of a book!) Thanks to a switching power supply. [url="http://www.bassdirect.co.uk/bass_guitar_specialists/Mark_Bass_Amplifier_Range.html"]http://www.bassdirect.co.uk/bass_guitar_sp...fier_Range.html[/url] gives you some info and general prices. Genz have also started to make some lightweight gear using similar technology. [url="http://www.bassdirect.co.uk/bass_guitar_specialists/Genz_Benz_Heads.html"]http://www.bassdirect.co.uk/bass_guitar_sp...Benz_Heads.html[/url] I have tried the 'Shuttle' head and it sounded more natual than the Markbass to my ears. Unfortunately there isn't really anywhere in Oxford to try these out - you might be best off going to Bass Direct (Leamington Spa) or coming to Bass Day 08' where Bass Direct have a stand (presided over my myself, partly) where there will be some gear to try... another option would be a trip to the Bass Gallery in London [url="http://www.thebassgallery.com/"]http://www.thebassgallery.com/[/url] A 4x10 and head may actually be easier to move about for you - the amplifier you have at the moment has an inadequate handle on the top, making it an awkward lift. A 410 will have two decent side handles so you and a band mate can carry it together, or even by yourself if you are solid. Cheers! ped P.s I am not really the best person to ask about lightweight gear - my history is made up of large heavy great beasts which were completely impractical! Quote
Shire Posted October 30, 2008 Author Posted October 30, 2008 [quote name='ped' post='318451' date='Oct 30 2008, 03:57 PM']Not just an admin matey, I OWN this place! Markbass are a good place to start - their amplifiers are TINY and very light (some about the size and weight of a book!) Thanks to a switching power supply. [url="http://www.bassdirect.co.uk/bass_guitar_specialists/Mark_Bass_Amplifier_Range.html"]http://www.bassdirect.co.uk/bass_guitar_sp...fier_Range.html[/url] gives you some info and general prices. Genz have also started to make some lightweight gear using similar technology. [url="http://www.bassdirect.co.uk/bass_guitar_specialists/Genz_Benz_Heads.html"]http://www.bassdirect.co.uk/bass_guitar_sp...Benz_Heads.html[/url] I have tried the 'Shuttle' head and it sounded more natual than the Markbass to my ears. Unfortunately there isn't really anywhere in Oxford to try these out - you might be best off going to Bass Direct (Leamington Spa) or coming to Bass Day 08' where Bass Direct have a stand (presided over my myself, partly) where there will be some gear to try... another option would be a trip to the Bass Gallery in London [url="http://www.thebassgallery.com/"]http://www.thebassgallery.com/[/url] A 4x10 and head may actually be easier to move about for you - the amplifier you have at the moment has an inadequate handle on the top, making it an awkward lift. A 410 will have two decent side handles so you and a band mate can carry it together, or even by yourself if you are solid. Cheers! ped P.s I am not really the best person to ask about lightweight gear - my history is made up of large heavy great beasts which were completely impractical![/quote] I've had a look t those links Chris thanks, just need to do some thinking when I get home from work.... As for trying gear I don't mind travelling, Leamington Spa isn't too bad but bringing a cab back on the oxford tube might be a bit of a bugger! I might drive to some shops to try these beasts when I get a chance. As for the handels on the cab, at least I'll be able to carry the thing. That Peavey is an absolute pig! Oh and nice site btw, you've done well Quote
Shire Posted October 30, 2008 Author Posted October 30, 2008 [quote name='Pissman' post='318463' date='Oct 30 2008, 04:12 PM']Hey Matt and welcome to the site! [/quote] Tnaks mate, nice avatar by the way Quote
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