Cicero Posted October 8, 2018 Share Posted October 8, 2018 I have an old Gallien Krueger Backline 110, but was thinking of upgrading to something a bit more suited to my style: funk/soul. Can't fault the GK, but was looking for something of a similar size/wattage with a 'warmer' tone... Suggestions? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lozz196 Posted October 9, 2018 Share Posted October 9, 2018 For a warmer tone than GK I`d be looking at Fender Rumble series, Ampeg BA series, or Ashdown AAA series - having had all brands my personal recommendation would be Ashdown, but any of these should fit the bill. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
funky8884 Posted October 9, 2018 Share Posted October 9, 2018 Or you could keep the amp and add a pre amp or pedal. Zoom Ms-60B's are £69 new from PMT on eBay and they have amp sims and pre amp pedal sims. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheGreek Posted October 11, 2018 Share Posted October 11, 2018 I've still got my GK Backline 110...bought one when I started playing again. Lots of class D heads on the market - a bit of a muchness IMO - you'll get a whole host of recommendations. As you say "Can't fault the GK" - try adding a Behringer BD121 modeller for £20 and you'll get the greater tonal range you're after. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pbasspecial Posted October 12, 2018 Share Posted October 12, 2018 Or you could try some flats, or use a foam mute, roll off some of the tone on your bass, etc before you change your amp. It's cheaper and stops the GAS. +1 for the preamp pedal option too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cat Burrito Posted October 12, 2018 Share Posted October 12, 2018 1 minute ago, pbasspecial said: Or you could try some flats, or use a foam mute, roll off some of the tone on your bass, etc before you change your amp. ^^^This^^^ - I sound like me when I play, whatever the backline. For old school tone play up near the neck without a pick and roll back the tone using flats. I have basses with rounds and play with a pick when it suits but if I want to sound Motown / Stax-y I do the former. And flats with a pick get that wonderful clipped 60s tone too. If you do want the old school tone, a bigger speaker like a 1x15 will get you closer but as said it's more how you play. I really don't think there is anything wrong with your rig. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Reggaebass Posted October 12, 2018 Share Posted October 12, 2018 Markbass little mark 250 black line With the vle and vpf you can dial in some great tones Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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