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Post by jlev on Jun 15, 2009 14:43:47 GMT -8
I have owned several bass amps over the years(Acoustic, Peavy, Ampeg, a BBE/QSC rack, Ashdown, GK). I have yet to find one that can stand up to the 200+ one nighters I do a year.
Any suggestions for something tough?
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Post by nickyn99 on Jun 15, 2009 19:28:16 GMT -8
Hey Joe - I would suggest a 70's Ampeg SVT. Heavy as hell but great tone. I have a 72, 78, 79 and one of the limited editions (500 made) they did back in the mid 80's that the Skunkwork team built. If you are ever down an amp and need one in a pinch, Steve's got my number. He is right down the road from me.
Cheers - Nick
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Post by jlev on Jun 15, 2009 23:53:32 GMT -8
Thanks man. I got tone, when the sucker works. I don't know if I wanna drag an SVT around, I used to use one when i was young and strong.
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Post by Richard on Jun 16, 2009 7:40:26 GMT -8
I have had a Mackie 1400i ( with different preamps ) for about 7 years now, and it has never given me any problems. I only use one side of the amp when playing, and it works well.
It is heavier than shit though, Im looking at getting a Genz Shuttle as soon as I can scrape up enough money.
Im sure you do the same, but I always bring a DI box in case my amp dies. Ive never had to use it, but if I stopped carrying it around, im sure my amp would die./
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Post by kennans on Jun 16, 2009 8:50:47 GMT -8
Im sure you do the same, but I always bring a DI box in case my amp dies. Ive never had to use it, but if I stopped carrying it around, im sure my amp would die./ Bingo. That's why I try to keep a backup at least as close as the car. Reminds me of a story; years ago, Elvis Costello & the Attractions were touring the states and using all Peavey gear. When asked why, the reply was "Because we can get it fixed or replaced in any city in America." |
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Post by jlev on Jun 16, 2009 9:45:22 GMT -8
I have had a Mackie 1400i ( with different preamps ) for about 7 years now, and it has never given me any problems. I only use one side of the amp when playing, and it works well. It is heavier than shit though, Im looking at getting a Genz Shuttle as soon as I can scrape up enough money. Im sure you do the same, but I always bring a DI box in case my amp dies. Ive never had to use it, but if I stopped carrying it around, im sure my amp would die./ I had a Mackie power amp before the QSC, but it was shipped with a wrong ribbon connector(not sure if this was the right word) and had other problems. Have you played through a Genz? I'm pretty sure I tried one when I was last amp shopping as well as the little Eden, but ended up getting the GK(more bang for the buck).Also I just liked the GK tone best. The DI idea is good. |
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Post by Richard on Jun 16, 2009 10:32:07 GMT -8
Ive never played thru a Genz at all, not even to try it out. Kennans on here has, he gave it good reviews. I dont know how many gigs he has played through it though. There is something about an amp head that is only 6 pounds that really compells me. But, Its all about reliability for someone like you that plays so much.
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Post by kennans on Jun 17, 2009 7:44:14 GMT -8
I've probably used my Shuttle 6 in about 200 gigs. One time, in Tahoe, it lit up but wouldn't make noise. I was never able to duplicate the problem, and it's been fine ever since. I suspect "dirty" power at that particular club.
Last weekend I had a "Fly in" gig in Nashville, and for gear requirements, just asked for a 4 ohm cab, and carried my Shuttle on the plane! It kicked butt having my own amp instead of taking my chances on a crappy rental.
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Post by bassoprofundo on Aug 3, 2009 10:56:52 GMT -8
Joe,
I had a Randall head for years that never left me high and dry. I also had 2 cabinets that it powered. Now that I'm old, I've downsized to a Carvin BR610. 61 lbs. of great tone. Of course, I now do mostly recording but this thing is built like a tank. Go the Carvin store and try one out.
Chuck
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Post by dropd on Oct 21, 2009 21:29:43 GMT -8
When it comes to working gear there is only one solution, and that's to have two of everything so you have a spare when one breaks down. The new compact (and lightweight) heads like the Shuttle or Markbass seem especially attractive in that respect as two of those would probably be lighter than what you're using now. Unless you have a roadie then neo-magnet cabs and ultralight heads seem like a good idea generally and especially so when you can easily keep a spare in the car.
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