Fender Rumble 40 worth it?

[Cheeto726]

I'm trying to upgrade my ampeg practice amp and saw a Fender Rumble 40 that is in mint condition on Facebook marketplace for $150 USD. New they are about $250 USD. This will be used mostly for home practice and very small jam sessions. What you guys think? If not a Rumble 40, maybe something else in the same price range? 

[casapete]

I’d say probably yes - equivalent to just under £120 here. I haven’t tried the Rumble 40, but if

it’s anything like my Rumble 100 then it will be fine. The 100 is a great sounding amp, and I’ve

used it for many small gigs with no problems. If you could run to a s/h one of these it would

be more future proof than the 40 - over here they go from around £150 to £200 second hand

(around 190 to 250 dollars). Good luck! 

Edited March 26, 2024 by casapete

[Switch625]

I rented a Rumble 40 along with a Squier 40th anniversary jazz bass last year. I'm only a beginner but thought it sounded really good. The price seems decent too for a used one.

[Dan Dare]

If your jam sessions include drummers, I'd say it won't be sufficient. There's only so much air 40w and a 10" speaker will move. The Rumble 100 is not a great deal more expensive and would be much more suitable in that application.  I'd suggest saving a bit more money until you can afford something with a little more power.

[SteveXFR]

As Mr Dare says, it won't keep up with a drummer but otherwise a perfectly decent amp.

If you're playing with a drummer, you'll want at least 100w

[tredders]

On 25/03/2024 at 23:31, Cheeto726 said:

I'm trying to upgrade my ampeg practice amp and saw a Fender Rumble 40 that is in mint condition on Facebook marketplace for $150 USD. New they are about $250 USD. This will be used mostly for home practice and very small jam sessions. What you guys think? If not a Rumble 40, maybe something else in the same price range? 

Did you get sorted with the Rumble 40?

[Cheeto726]

23 minutes ago, tredders said:

Did you get sorted with the Rumble 40?

Not exactly lol. I found a used hartke rig and jumped on it. It's sounds super sweet! 

[tredders]

Just now, Cheeto726 said:

Not exactly lol. I found a used hartke rig and jumped on it. It's sounds super sweet! 

Aah, good choice.   Reason I asked is I have a new Rumble 40 here in Dallas which I was going to offer for free.  I bought it when I moved into an apartment here but then decided (for the sake of my neighbours) that a headphone setup would be kinder for all involved!  Glad you’re sorted. 

[Cheeto726]

5 minutes ago, tredders said:

Aah, good choice.   Reason I asked is I have a new Rumble 40 here in Dallas which I was going to offer for free.  I bought it when I moved into an apartment here but then decided (for the sake of my neighbours) that a headphone setup would be kinder for all involved!  Glad you’re sorted. 

That's very kind of you sir! I appreciate it. I know that's there's another new bass player out there that needs it more. Thanks for thinking of me

[Magister Ludi]

yo-you do know theres two versions of the rumble 40 don't you?

 

if you can pickup the 40 modelling model-its a cracker ! and fun to use too boot.....

[nilorius]

On 08/05/2024 at 04:17, Cheeto726 said:

Not exactly lol. I found a used hartke rig and jumped on it. It's sounds super sweet! 

I think - Hartke stuff is a bit more better than Fender rumble.