overwater#1 Posted February 15, 2009 Share Posted February 15, 2009 I'll probably close this thread shortly, as I really dont know if this is the right thing to do... I love my Trace Elliot gear!! I figured theres no harm in putting a thread on here anyway, and see what kind of interest it generates, although the way things are going lately with bass gear, I dont think its going to go anywhere... Anyway, just a feeler... I have a Trace Elliot AH400SMX, 1048 4x10 cab and 1153 1x15 cab full stack. Also I have my beloved V-type 4x8 combo which if a tempting trade comes up, I may part with it, although i'd rather I didnt part with it, or any of this gear! As I am a Trace Elliot nut through and through!!! Pretty much all my gigs nowadays don't require a rig of such size, I play with professional big bands, smaller jazz ensembles i.e 7 piece bands, a high rate soul band, and lots of theatre work in pit orchestras. I've never actually gigged the whole Trace stack in an environment where its been neccesary, as large rock kinda gigs aren't my scene. With these kinda gigs, I really need a smaller gig. I'm not all that bothered about weight.. a lightweight rig is just a bonus. Something more than perfect for my needs is the David Eden rig that Crez is selling, i.e I could use the combo for pit work. I really want a rig, combo or separates, although head prefferably, that inludes a 2x10 enclosure, as thats my ideal cab!! I'm looking to trade my gear/some of, or something, for a smaller rig like described above. Something David Eden, MarkBass, Aguilar, Epifani, whatever.. something smaller, but still powerful, and ideal for my use. If anyone fancies a trade, or might be able to look at a deal in some way, let me know. I'd probably have to look at meeting up at my place, but its all negotiable. Just a feeler like I say, if anyone fancies offering something. If not, I'm perfectly happy with the Trace rigs for now, but sometime in the future I'm going to have to look at this move. Thanks very much guys!! Best wishes, Matt Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thornybank Posted February 15, 2009 Share Posted February 15, 2009 (edited) Ampeg BA210? USA assembled. Says 200w, but I reckon 125 'Trace' watts. Not the goofy effects processor China thing. Wheels, top handle, side handles. It is a lift, but not as bad as a 4x10 cab... Found this...http://basschat.co.uk/index.php?showtopic=1739 Or you could have a Series 6 AH200 head on the wee Series 6 1x15 cab. Sweeeet. Edited February 15, 2009 by Thornybank Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hamster Posted February 15, 2009 Share Posted February 15, 2009 If self build is out, have you considered an ACME 2x10 Low B-2? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hamster Posted February 15, 2009 Share Posted February 15, 2009 ...........or this might be ideal with lightweight head of your choice [url="http://basschat.co.uk/index.php?showtopic=40971&hl="]http://basschat.co.uk/index.php?showtopic=40971&hl=[/url] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
overwater#1 Posted February 15, 2009 Author Share Posted February 15, 2009 I'd love an Acme Low B-2! They sound like great cabs!! I've never seen them in the UK though? I'd trade some gear for one or two of them, without doubt! If I could get a pair of smaller, possibly lighter cabs, with a larger frequency response than the Trace Elliots, then I'd be tempted to use them with my AH400SMX head, which to be honest id great! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hamster Posted February 15, 2009 Share Posted February 15, 2009 If you're good with glue, screws and fuzzy felt you could build a BFM Omni 15 Tall Boy - it's a [u]colossal [/u]sound in one cab. You can pop around to my house to try mine if you like! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
overwater#1 Posted February 15, 2009 Author Share Posted February 15, 2009 Actually, I did used to spend a lot of time doing that kinda thing.. my Dad is a trained joiner/carpenter. Hmmm actually, Im gonna weigh all that up to build one! How much cash does it cost all told? Where abouts are you based? Coach and Horses? Freckleton? Are you local Cheers! Matt Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hamster Posted February 16, 2009 Share Posted February 16, 2009 I'm a Sangrownun' by birth but the pub crawl has led me to Surrey at the moment! I actually cheated on the Omni15TB and bought it from David L Perry. I have all the components waiting to be glued together for an OmniTop 2x12 and a Titan39, but haven't got my finger out yet to build them Without checking the receipts, I'm guessing Bill's cabs cost between £150 - £300 each to put together depending on which one you choose to give birth to. If the trams still go as far as Preston you might want to PM David, but I'm not sure what cabs he's running ATM. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MB1 Posted February 16, 2009 Share Posted February 16, 2009 [quote name='Hamster' post='410504' date='Feb 15 2009, 09:57 PM']If self build is out, have you considered an ACME 2x10 Low B-2?[/quote] MB1. ......Acme??......Beep! Beep!... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Merton Posted February 18, 2009 Share Posted February 18, 2009 That V-Type 4x8 combo is a heavy bugger but one of the best, sweetest sounding combos I've ever heard. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trace_n_bass Posted February 18, 2009 Share Posted February 18, 2009 I have got an Eden Metro head. It's the same as the combo version but custom mounted separately. Let me know if you want more pictures etc. I've also got an Eden 210XLT. I'd be interested in a swap if the offer's right. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
overwater#1 Posted February 19, 2009 Author Share Posted February 19, 2009 I am pretty much at the point of regretting putting this thread on here, as I really do love my Trace Elliot gear, and couldn't bear to part with any, especially the 4x8 combo, which I will probably never sell! It's just tempting with seeing all these small lightweight enclosures and heads that are about, and to be honest, I could do with some more low end depth, with using ERBs. I might still be tempted at doing a deal of some sort if something tempting comes along, and I will be PMing you now mr TraceBass! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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