RJB280 Posted December 21, 2019 Share Posted December 21, 2019 Ok fellow bass players, here is my dilemma. I'm currently using a Trace Quatravalve which I have had for many moons and I love the sound it makes to bits. As valve heads go, this is about as light and portable as you could wish for however, I'm not as young as I used to be and lugging it around at the end of an evening is beginning to get to me. My problem is this, what an earth is there out there that even comes close to replicating the sound of a good valve head but doesn't give me a double hernia every time I try and pick it up. If anyone out there has any ideas I would be very grateful to hear them. thanks 👍 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
obbm Posted December 21, 2019 Share Posted December 21, 2019 Get a Handbox WB 100 Amp Russ and lightweight cab. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JapanAxe Posted December 22, 2019 Share Posted December 22, 2019 Ampeg PF-50T - 'only' 50W but plenty loud through a decent cab. 8.8kg/19.4lb. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oldman Posted December 22, 2019 Share Posted December 22, 2019 5 hours ago, obbm said: Get a Handbox WB 100 Amp Russ and lightweight cab. Get a HB (HandBox) R400 check out the Handbox Thread here. https://www.basschat.co.uk/topic/282884-the-handbox-amplification-thread/?tab=comments#comment-3025022 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RJB280 Posted December 22, 2019 Author Share Posted December 22, 2019 Thanks for the response guys, the Ampeg PF 50t is a good shout however, I should have mentioned that I already have one. It's a lovely little amp that ticks loads of boxes but I have found it wanting ( only just) when it comes up against a drummer, a Hammond player and a very loud guitarist !! The handbox looks interesting, I've never heard of this stuff, has anyone gigged the valve heads ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skidder652003 Posted December 22, 2019 Share Posted December 22, 2019 maybe a valve DI pedal? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oldman Posted December 22, 2019 Share Posted December 22, 2019 4 hours ago, RJB280 said: Thanks for the response guys, the Ampeg PF 50t is a good shout however, I should have mentioned that I already have one. It's a lovely little amp that ticks loads of boxes but I have found it wanting ( only just) when it comes up against a drummer, a Hammond player and a very loud guitarist !! The handbox looks interesting, I've never heard of this stuff, has anyone gigged the valve heads ? Walshy has incoming I believe and Water of Tyne has one its all on the thread, I believe 🎅🏻 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
walshy Posted December 22, 2019 Share Posted December 22, 2019 (edited) 19 hours ago, obbm said: Get a Handbox WB 100 Amp Russ and lightweight cab. This, my current set up with a Barefaced 610. The Handbox is incredible and has replaced my DB751. Yep that good OOOOFFF Edited December 22, 2019 by walshy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
obbm Posted December 22, 2019 Share Posted December 22, 2019 11 hours ago, RJB280 said: The handbox looks interesting, I've never heard of this stuff, has anyone gigged the valve heads ? I have one and have gigged with it. Do you want to try it? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RJB280 Posted December 22, 2019 Author Share Posted December 22, 2019 This sounds very tempting, where are you based please ? Russ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
obbm Posted December 22, 2019 Share Posted December 22, 2019 About 3 miles from you in Seale. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RJB280 Posted December 22, 2019 Author Share Posted December 22, 2019 Well it must be fate !! i would love to take a look at it if it's not inconvenient. would I be talking to Dave by any chance ? Just realised you are in Seale Regards Russ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
la bam Posted December 22, 2019 Share Posted December 22, 2019 Helix stomp and a small powerful class d to power it. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
obbm Posted December 22, 2019 Share Posted December 22, 2019 10 minutes ago, RJB280 said: would I be talking to Dave by any chance ? Indeed you are. Give me a call tomorrow. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rubis Posted December 23, 2019 Share Posted December 23, 2019 On 22/12/2019 at 07:40, RJB280 said: Thanks for the response guys, the Ampeg PF 50t is a good shout however, I should have mentioned that I already have one. It's a lovely little amp that ticks loads of boxes but I have found it wanting ( only just) when it comes up against a drummer, a Hammond player and a very loud guitarist !! The handbox looks interesting, I've never heard of this stuff, has anyone gigged the valve heads ? If you already have an Ampeg PF50t, and like it, have you considered slaving it up with something like a Baby Sumo? That's what I'd do with my PF20t if I ever gigged again. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dan Dare Posted December 26, 2019 Share Posted December 26, 2019 (edited) On 23/12/2019 at 22:02, rubis said: If you already have an Ampeg PF50t, and like it, have you considered slaving it up with something like a Baby Sumo? That's a very good idea (assuming you use more than one cab, so can run two amps). A lot cheaper than a new valve head and if you're happy with the sound of the PF50, it should give you more of what you like. Edited December 26, 2019 by Dan Dare Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RJB280 Posted December 28, 2019 Author Share Posted December 28, 2019 Thanks guys, that's good for thought, will look into this 👍👍 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Defo Posted January 1, 2020 Share Posted January 1, 2020 You should definitely try a Tecamp Puma 900 (if you can find one) or the EICH equivalent. I had the same problem as you, still have my Trace but it's just too heavy - I also have an ELF but that is not what you are after. I use Vanderkley cabs for what it's worth. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
converse320 Posted January 2, 2020 Share Posted January 2, 2020 On 23/12/2019 at 22:02, rubis said: If you already have an Ampeg PF50t, and like it, have you considered slaving it up with something like a Baby Sumo? That's what I'd do with my PF20t if I ever gigged again. Or just use an efficient cab with the PF50t. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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