eubassix Posted October 22, 2009 Share Posted October 22, 2009 (edited) Impeccable Ampeg quality & engineering! Cool little Flip Top Bass Combo. With the Transistor Head flipped and attached to the top, this has 100 Watts RMS) of Output and 1x15" Speaker. I've owned this versatile amp for a while and it really is fantastic: super loud, a massive range of tones and awesome retro looks/concept. Ampeg B15-Ts were introduced in the early 90s as a limited edition transistor version of the much-sought-after valve flip-tops they produced in the 60s/70s. These are hard to come by now and, unfortunately I need to let mine go. It has been moderately gigged and there are a few minimal scuffs as you'd expect (see the pics) but these don't detract from the overall cosmetics and generally excellent condition. Recently serviced by a technician so it is in tip-top working condition. The unit is pretty heavy (but it does have a decent set of castors) so collection might be best if not-too-distant. But I can package if required. The original castors are not currently fitted (as in some of the photos) but are located inside the cab, along with the original aluminium post, which allows the unit to be to tilted back. Specs: Imput @ 0db or -15db; EQ= Gain, Low (with Pull/Ultra-Low), Low-Mid (P/shift), High-Mid (P/shift), High (P/Ultra High); FX Loop (in/out); Master Vol (Pull/Limiter), Balanced Line-Out Level; Ground Polarity Switch (+ 0 -). Top Diagram (see Photos). Rear Panel: Speaker Out w. On / Mute 100RMS @ 4ohms; Bal. Line Output, Headphones socket, Power Amp Imput, Pre-Amp Output. Becoming very rare now (I think?) .. Edited November 18, 2009 by eubassix Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thumperbob 2002 Posted October 22, 2009 Share Posted October 22, 2009 Cool looking combo- some young hip bassist should buy this - for their cool looking band. best of luck bob Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MB1 Posted October 23, 2009 Share Posted October 23, 2009 MB1. BUMP! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beedster Posted October 23, 2009 Share Posted October 23, 2009 Love the look of that Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eubassix Posted October 27, 2009 Author Share Posted October 27, 2009 Thanks guys for +++ Commments (and associated BUMP's) ... taking offers on this / collection much preferred !! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eubassix Posted November 2, 2009 Author Share Posted November 2, 2009 BUMP / Offers (based on listed price). ... I did have one PM/offer but it seems to have been mis-deleted. Could that BC'er pls. contact again (sorry!!!). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
guybrush threepwood Posted November 2, 2009 Share Posted November 2, 2009 Wow, I've never seen a solid-state flip-top... Does it have a 'valvey' sound, or is it completely clean? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eubassix Posted November 2, 2009 Author Share Posted November 2, 2009 Classic Ampeg sound .. fairly clean (cf. the original valve version) but not like the new., transparent Combo's & systems. The amp is incedibly versatile and well thought-out for its age (see the specs, above, with the various pull/switches), and the 15" gives you the thump/bottom that's hard to get with the 10's and 12's. Of course, eithr bit can be sued individually, and it's also easy(ier) to add speakers etc. (as the inbuilt speaker isn't internally wired to the head - it requires a lead). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
warwickhunt Posted November 2, 2009 Share Posted November 2, 2009 I had one of these very combos some years back though I could have sworn the driver was an EV. I bought it 'new' from an auction room when I'd gone to see about buying a coffee table... Mrs WH was well miffed at my choice of living room furniture; "but look it's flat on the top when you flip the amp down, you can stand a coffee cup on it easy!" As you say a lovely looking little thing and deserves to be snapped up. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skankdelvar Posted November 3, 2009 Share Posted November 3, 2009 I have one of these and it's a very nice little combo. Great sound and records really well, using the balanced out or a mike. Or both. It's quite a loud 100w as well. On one occasion I put the head through a 6x10 and excited the wrath of a pub landlady. If your back's shifty like mine, you can separate the head from the cab and make two trips. Tilt-back's fantastically useful in tight spots and flipping the head out never fails to excite drummers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adee Posted November 3, 2009 Share Posted November 3, 2009 [quote name='skankdelvar' post='644064' date='Nov 3 2009, 01:04 AM']flipping the head out never fails to excite drummers.[/quote] Just wiggling your little finger never fails to excite (can also be mistaken for wind) a drummer Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eubassix Posted November 8, 2009 Author Share Posted November 8, 2009 (edited) Thanks chaps for some very supportive and helpful comments ... all I need now, is a buyer. Still available! Edited November 8, 2009 by eubassix Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
thisnameistaken Posted November 9, 2009 Share Posted November 9, 2009 A mate of mine's got one of these, it really does sound great to my ears and I don't usually like Ampeg gear or 15" cabs. Very clean, articulate, everything I didn't expect from looking at it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eubassix Posted November 13, 2009 Author Share Posted November 13, 2009 Thanks for more positive replies! .. there seems to be quite a bit of of interest (currently on ebay with about 23 Watchers), so hoping it will be sold this w/end !! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eubassix Posted November 16, 2009 Author Share Posted November 16, 2009 ... still available: Watchers up to about 30 by the end .. and still nothing. Currently have one BC'er and one 'ebayer' interested, so awaiting offers. As it stands - willing to hear offers based on the OT. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mark_ir Posted November 16, 2009 Share Posted November 16, 2009 Surprising that - I had one of these once and they're great little things. No need for one right now, but I do have a friend who may well be interested He's not on here, but I've just sent him info and will get back to you hopefully later today No fat ladies on the stage yet my friend, but she's warming up in the dressing room [quote name='eubassix' post='655677' date='Nov 16 2009, 09:06 AM']... still available: Watchers up to about 30 by the end .. and still nothing. Currently have one BC'er and one 'ebayer' interested, so awaiting offers. As it stands - willing to hear offers based on the OT.[/quote] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eubassix Posted November 16, 2009 Author Share Posted November 16, 2009 [quote name='mark_ir' post='655770' date='Nov 16 2009, 10:46 AM']Surprising that - I had one of these once and they're great little things. No need for one right now, but I do have a friend who may well be interested He's not on here, but I've just sent him info and will get back to you hopefully later today No fat ladies on the stage yet my friend, but she's warming up in the dressing room[/quote] Thanks Mark - look forward to any progress/update .. and appreciate the help. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eubassix Posted November 16, 2009 Author Share Posted November 16, 2009 Currently ON-HOLD / pending..... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eubassix Posted November 18, 2009 Author Share Posted November 18, 2009 ... and SOLD !!... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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