MB1 Posted September 3, 2007 Share Posted September 3, 2007 [quote name='Crazykiwi' post='54715' date='Sep 3 2007, 01:22 PM']I SO didn't need to read that! I missed out on a metal grilled one on Ebay a couple of weeks ago which went for fairly reasonable money because I prevaricated. Oh well, hopefully a pair of Acmes will be coming soon. [/quote] MB1. Prevaricated,..... sounds painful! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mr gig Posted September 4, 2007 Author Share Posted September 4, 2007 [quote name='paul, the' post='54731' date='Sep 3 2007, 01:41 PM']I've never played through a 412. I really really want to.[/quote] They are a great allrounder for a 4 string bass. Maybe not quite the bass extension you need for a 5 string. I guess they have a better midrange than 15s and not the bass wooliness of 10s. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MB1 Posted September 4, 2007 Share Posted September 4, 2007 [quote name='mr gig' date='Sep 4 2007, 02:31 AM' post='55069'] They are a great allrounder for a 4 string bass. Maybe not quite the bass extension you need for a 5 string. I guess they have a better midrange than 15s and not the bass wooliness of 10s. MB1. Do like the valve idea, how would this amp compare with a Ampeg SVT? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gwilym Posted September 4, 2007 Share Posted September 4, 2007 hi mr gig, i'm assuming you are not going to split this lot? possibly interested in the head on it's own. don't think my back would take the cab... cheers G Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steve-soar Posted September 4, 2007 Share Posted September 4, 2007 Yes Sir. How much for the amp? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mr gig Posted September 4, 2007 Author Share Posted September 4, 2007 [quote name='mr gig' post='55069' date='Sep 4 2007, 02:31 AM']They are a great allrounder for a 4 string bass. Maybe not quite the bass extension you need for a 5 string. I guess they have a better midrange than 15s and not the bass wooliness of 10s. MB1. Do like the valve idea, how would this amp compare with a Ampeg SVT?[/quote] Been a few years since I played through an SVT, but I would reckon the Trace to be smoother and warmer, like a super loud Fender Bassman. The SVT is harsher and full in yer face. They are as loud as eachother, I would say. That means very loud!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mr gig Posted September 4, 2007 Author Share Posted September 4, 2007 [quote name='Gwilym' post='55556' date='Sep 4 2007, 09:39 PM']hi mr gig, i'm assuming you are not going to split this lot? possibly interested in the head on it's own. don't think my back would take the cab... cheers G[/quote] Hi Gwilym, The head on it's own - £800. They usually go for a bit more than that these days and will only increase in value as long as you don't modify it. Mr Gig Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mr gig Posted September 4, 2007 Author Share Posted September 4, 2007 [quote name='steve-soar' post='55558' date='Sep 4 2007, 09:43 PM']Yes Sir. How much for the amp?[/quote] To you, ma boy, £800 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TPJ Posted September 5, 2007 Share Posted September 5, 2007 Hi, Have you had any issues at all with this amp? Is it all in good working condition, serviced etc...? Cheers, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mr gig Posted September 5, 2007 Author Share Posted September 5, 2007 [quote name='TPJ' post='55723' date='Sep 5 2007, 08:58 AM']Hi, Have you had any issues at all with this amp? Is it all in good working condition, serviced etc...? Cheers,[/quote] Hi M8, It was totally untouched by the previous owner, who had the pair from new, and the only thing I've done to it is to increase the mains inlet fuse from 5 amp to 6.3 amps as the previous owner said they failed from time to time. I reckon the amp will draw huge peaks if you play it very loud and the 5amp fuse was marginal. Since then, not a problem at all. All valves are original! I can replace the ECC83s for free if you like and give you the originals. I haven't serviced it. Being an engineer, I use the old saying "if it ain't broke, don't fix it". All a serviceman would do for a basic service is change the valves and clean up the pots and inspect/clean up inside. It has never had a lot of use, judging by the condition of the covering on the amp and cab, so the output valves should be good for ages yet. A preamp valve announces failure very obviously, but they are so cheap they're worth replacing every year or so, hence my offer to change em for you. Mr Gig Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mr gig Posted September 13, 2007 Author Share Posted September 13, 2007 [quote name='Gwilym' post='55556' date='Sep 4 2007, 09:39 PM']hi mr gig, i'm assuming you are not going to split this lot? possibly interested in the head on it's own. don't think my back would take the cab... cheers G[/quote] It would be nice to see them stay married to eachother, but a quickie divorce would be ok! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mr gig Posted September 30, 2007 Author Share Posted September 30, 2007 [quote name='mr gig' post='55899' date='Sep 5 2007, 01:02 PM']Hi M8, It was totally untouched by the previous owner, who had the pair from new, and the only thing I've done to it is to increase the mains inlet fuse from 5 amp to 6.3 amps as the previous owner said they failed from time to time. I reckon the amp will draw huge peaks if you play it very loud and the 5amp fuse was marginal. Since then, not a problem at all. All valves are original! I can replace the ECC83s for free if you like and give you the originals. I haven't serviced it. Being an engineer, I use the old saying "if it ain't broke, don't fix it". All a serviceman would do for a basic service is change the valves and clean up the pots and inspect/clean up inside. It has never had a lot of use, judging by the condition of the covering on the amp and cab, so the output valves should be good for ages yet. A preamp valve announces failure very obviously, but they are so cheap they're worth replacing every year or so, hence my offer to change em for you. Mr Gig[/quote] I guess there are no takers then! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Robin Posted October 2, 2007 Share Posted October 2, 2007 [quote name='mr gig' post='67952' date='Oct 1 2007, 12:30 AM']I guess there are no takers then![/quote] Consider it sold mate. You should have a message with my email address heading your way cause I don't check this site very often. That is assuming of course you still have the rig! Fingers crossed.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mr gig Posted October 29, 2007 Author Share Posted October 29, 2007 (edited) [quote name='Robin' post='68832' date='Oct 2 2007, 08:48 PM']Consider it sold mate. You should have a message with my email address heading your way cause I don't check this site very often. That is assuming of course you still have the rig! Fingers crossed.. [/quote] Now listed on Ebay for all you bargain hunters! Edited November 9, 2007 by mr gig Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mr gig Posted November 9, 2007 Author Share Posted November 9, 2007 Now listed on Ebay for all you bargain hunters! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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