gub Posted March 27, 2010 Share Posted March 27, 2010 Seen a MARSHALL Bass Amplifier its a Combo MB44410 and could do with some advice ,i am looking for a nice punchy sound sort of stranglers sound but also do a bit of slap sometimes ,so was wondering if this would be a good choice? any advice welcome. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
leonshelley01 Posted March 27, 2010 Share Posted March 27, 2010 I have the MB4210 and I've been really pleased with it, capable of some great tones. The modern channel is great for slap tones, and the classic has a real grind to it. Be aware the classic channel is quieter than the modern channel, but you can compensate by using the blend facility. I did try the MB4410 (it's enormous!) but decided the 4210 was more than sufficient for rehearsals, and just bought the 1x15 extension cab to add at gigs. I know another person on this forum has had reliability issues with theirs, but I haven't had any problems so far (nearly two years). Final thought: Love mine, but try before you buy because everybody's different. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chriswilliams666 Posted March 27, 2010 Share Posted March 27, 2010 I work in a shop that sells tons of the Marshall MB stuff. They are seriously good for the money. But i would say the same as LeonShelley01, that the 4410 is stupidly big and heavy. Go down the 4210 and MBC115 route for sure, as you could get away with the combo only at most gigs. [quote name='leonshelley01' post='788218' date='Mar 27 2010, 09:20 PM']I have the MB4210 and I've been really pleased with it, capable of some great tones. The modern channel is great for slap tones, and the classic has a real grind to it. Be aware the classic channel is quieter than the modern channel, but you can compensate by using the blend facility. I did try the MB4410 (it's enormous!) but decided the 4210 was more than sufficient for rehearsals, and just bought the 1x15 extension cab to add at gigs. I know another person on this forum has had reliability issues with theirs, but I haven't had any problems so far (nearly two years). Final thought: Love mine, but try before you buy because everybody's different.[/quote] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GRAHAM SG1 Posted March 27, 2010 Share Posted March 27, 2010 Right about the tones in the 4210, mine has to go back with a volume fault after just one play, its not got much ! I look forward to getting a replacement with some decent volume because the amp has some very nice tones . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Doddy Posted March 28, 2010 Share Posted March 28, 2010 Advise on getting a Marshall amp? Don't Seriously though,Ive never really liked their bass amps. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Musicman69 Posted March 28, 2010 Share Posted March 28, 2010 I agree with Doddy on this, Marshall arent the best for bass amplification (I personally think they are crap for geetar aswell) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gub Posted March 28, 2010 Author Share Posted March 28, 2010 cheers for all the advice guys its been a long time since i was looking for gear and my last gigging amp was a trace elliot back in the mark king days ,late 80s . mmm wonder where that is now! was always pleased with it then. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bassmachine2112 Posted March 28, 2010 Share Posted March 28, 2010 hiho.I,ve got the head version and two 2x10 cabs and it,s seriously loud and all the beef you need.I changed the pre amp valve which was cracked and had no issues since. Very good for the cash Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NickH Posted March 28, 2010 Share Posted March 28, 2010 Exactly the same as the guys above, the 4x10" combo is insanely big and heavy. I'm a (really) big strong guy and I baulked at the thought of shifting that bugger on a regular basis. The 2x10 plus a 1x15 really rocks, or perhaps get the seperate head and a 4x10 cab if you're so inclined. Your profile doesn't say where in the country you are - if you're near Southampton you're welcome to come have a blast on mine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chris_b Posted March 28, 2010 Share Posted March 28, 2010 I've got no love for Marshall these days. It was different in the 70's!! But if that's what you want, fine. But, I would get a head and a cab, and another cab later if you find you need one, rather than a combo. If you're getting back into playing after a lay off then you could be at the start of some chopping and changing. You'll find upgrading easier with separates. Good luck. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hillbilly deluxe Posted March 28, 2010 Share Posted March 28, 2010 (edited) I have a Marshall amp,DBS model,and 1x15 + 2x10/1x15.Its LOUD & PUNCHY as you want.It is heavy though,but that does'nt bother me. Edited March 28, 2010 by hillbilly deluxe Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sarah5string Posted March 28, 2010 Share Posted March 28, 2010 I wouldn't get a Marshall simply because I don't want to be mistaken for a guitard Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hillbilly deluxe Posted March 28, 2010 Share Posted March 28, 2010 Guitard ? lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skampino Posted March 28, 2010 Share Posted March 28, 2010 My local music shop had to send all the MB range back coz customers kept returning them with faults. So I guess I would steer clear. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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