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In my GP12X combo there is no exit grill for the air! It comes out of the EQ's slides tears. Here's some pics: [url="http://picasaweb.google.com/106572846091439162015/TraceElliot1215GP12X#slideshow/5509231183298746082"]http://picasaweb.google.com/10657284609143...231183298746082[/url] The air that does'n comes out from the grill on either side of the vent is pushed troug the front pannel. Some ether models have grills in both sides of the front pannel. Either way the vent is very quiet and i never had overheating problems.

Here's a preview from my idea in my first post in this topic: [color="#808080"][size=1][b]SVT-2Pro:[/b] RMS Power Output (4 Ohms): 300-Watts RMS Power Output (2 Ohms): 300-Watts Preamp: Tubes (4 x 12AX7, 1 x 12AU7) Driver Tubes: 1 x 12AX7, 2 x 12AU7 Power Amp: Tubes (6 x 6550) Tone Controls: 3-Band Mid Tone Control: 5-Position Graphic EQ: Yes, 9-Band Ultra Low/High Boosts: Yes Balanced Line Out: Yes, Pre/Post (transformer) Effects Loop: Yes Preamp Out/Power Amp In: Yes Slave Out: Yes Dimensions (W x H x D inches): 19 x 7.5 x 15.75 Weight: 70 Pounds [b]SVT-810E:[/b] LF Drivers: 8 x 10” Voice Coil: 2” Magnet Weight (each): 30 oz RMS Power Handling: 2 x 400-Watts (Stereo) RMS Power Handling: 800-Watts (Mono) Frequency Response (-3dB): 58Hz-5kHz Usable Low Frequency (-10dB): 40Hz Nominal Impedance: 2 x 8-Ohms (Stereo) Nominal Impedance: 4-Ohms (Mono) Sensitivity: 100dB Maximum SPL: 130dB Dimensions (W x H x D inches): 26 x 48 x 16 Shipping Weight: 165 Pounds Handling Weight: 140 Pounds [b]Shuttle 9.0:[/b] • Ultra Lightweight 4 lb Design • 500W/8 ohms; 900W/4 ohms • Analog 12AX7 Tube Preamp • Digital SMPS (Switch Mode Power Supply) • High Current Class D Amplifier • Patent Pending P.H.A.T topology • Active EQ w/Parametric Mids • 3-Band Signal Shape Circuit (Footswitchable) • Signal Mute Switch (Footswitchable) • Tuner Out • Extended Range Input Gain Structure for Active/Passive Sensitivity • Limiter Circuit • LED Status Indicators • Speakon® Speaker Outputs • Variable Speed Internal Fan Cooling • Full XLR Direct Out Interface • Aux. Input • Headphone Jack • Effects Loop • Optional Footswitch available [b]Midget T:[/b] Dimensions - 19.5" H x 13.5" W x 13.5" D ; 48cm x 34cm x 34cm Weight - 20 lbs / 9 kg (Midget) ; 22lbs / 10kg (Midget T) Sensitivity - 100dB - as loud as many 2x12" cabs USABLE Frequency RANGe - 37Hz - 4kHz (Midget) ; 37Hz - 22kHz (Midget T) Recommended Amp Power - 200-600W RMS Maximum CONTINUOUS BROADBAND SPL - 126dB - louder than most 2x10"s Nominal Impedance - 8 ohms[/size][/color] Wich one do you think would play louder/better? Damm those sh*tty lightweight rigs... let's all bow the all-mightyness of Ampeg!

[quote name='51m0n' post='942271' date='Sep 1 2010, 03:51 PM']IMO go with the supertwelve - its absolutely killer![/quote] Now your GASing me... i had my mind just set to settle for the Midget cause i dont need more power than i can get with this setting and the lower small/weight would be handy. I'm having second thoughts... again...

Not much to say after 8 pages of chearfull chit chat so i'll post my [i]middle of the road [/i]rig... I'm using a Trace Elliot GP12-X (300 TE's W) amp with both 2x10"H and 1x15" cabs and i can assure anybody that it is capable to throw the SVT back to beginning of the road... more defined and better balanced sound BUT still a tad too boomy for me. Oh!... and i'm playing with a TRB-5PII and a SR5, and better not start with the pedalboard... Entering in my 30ies i'm in the process of getting me a nice and light GB Shuttle 9.0 and a Barefaced cab (Midget T or Supertwelve T) to spare my back. I know it is not full-on-valve but i would like to hear that rig side by side with the SVT/Fridge rig, hehe! It would give a nice photo too

I find my compressor better in the end for helping the tracking of my octave because my compressin is set to limit the peaks and not to enhance light playing: Bass > Tuner > Octave > Overdrive > Distortion > Fuzz > Wah > Compressor > Amp

[quote name='walbassist' post='923534' date='Aug 13 2010, 09:41 AM']Good score; the Doubler is a great head. Surely it's worth spending a bit to get something decent to keep a £500 amp in? How about one of [url="http://www.maplin.co.uk/Module.aspx?ModuleNo=36796"]these[/url]? Cheers Gareth[/quote] Thats exactly what i tried to explain. I think it would be the best and safer bet.

If you don't want to carry it in the outer pocket of your gigbag you can get one of those tool aluminium briefcases and get a nice piece of foam cutted in size to stuff it in wich you could cut the shape of the doubler to fit it. Something like this (but in the right context): [url="http://www.hardcase.com/index.php?main_page=index&cPath=20"]http://www.hardcase.com/index.php?main_pag...ex&cPath=20[/url]

When is the next contest Alex? Maybe for a Super Twelve?!!... Sadly i only encountered this tread today because i too have a Stingray and some expressions to go with it... i could have been a serious candidate for that Midget!... Dammit! "Bring on the flu... a bass player is always prepared!" "Who's saying the bass player sucks?" "The best band photo ever!" I leave these in advance just in case i miss out a new oportunity Cheers

I also wouldn't mind a free trial being this the cab i'm aiming for my next rig but i'm not seeing it crossing the big pond for an overnight trial... i'm just gonna have to wait until i finally get the Shuttle 9.0 i'm after and take the plunge on the T'Midget. Hope i won't end up wishing for a Super12 instead... lol Alex, this is great marketing. Keep those good ideas comming

What about EHX? Have you tried one yet? I replaced the stock valve in my Trace Elliot GP12-X with a EHX 12AX7 and the difference was huge. I'm selling my Trace now to go for a Shuttle 9.0 just because of the height and i'm thinking in keeping the EHX to try it on the Benz. If anyone has tried it i would realy apreciate a coment. Cheers

I don't know the Wharfedale bass/guitar rigs but my band uses their Wharfedale Pro (red label) PA system (2 2x15"+T on the bottom plus 2 1x15"+T on top) and i haven't found another PA sounding as good as that for an acoustic band. We tried Mackie, EV, JBL,... and i still prefer Wharfedale. Very defined and well balanced. It's been lasting for 5 years now and still working without complaints.

[quote name='WHUFC BASS' post='901668' date='Jul 22 2010, 09:54 AM']Depends what you really want. If you want a bass that looks like a Musicman Stingray and sounds like one, then I'd go for either a SUB or the Sterling Ray34. I've got the Sterling Ray34 and it sounds just like a US Stingray. If you just like the shape, and want to modify it so as it sounds like something completley different from a Stingray then the Vintage is a really good bet. To be honest, if its the latter you want to do, then you'll probably end up spending around £300 on the whole thing. If its the former, you'll probably spend about £400. Bear in mind, that a Sterling Ray will hold its price better than a modified cheaper bass.[/quote] And if you want a bass sounding close to a stingray at lower cost and without any upgrades i would say to take a look at the Ibanez ATK. Tried one against my stingray5 and the tone is very similar (the SR5 is overall better thought )

I now own a GR and a AW-3. The GR sound is by far batter then the boss but i like the down sweep of the AW. The Boss unit has severeal different effects if you take the time to fiddle with the pedal but i can't seem to find a decent one... maybe i'm just so used to my GR sound that all seems poor to me! The filter in the GR is more musical, smooth and groovy as the AW has lots of high-end peaks and makes your bass sound sparkly (like a guitar).... So now i have my GR set to up sweep and the AW to down. It's just the way i like, set and forget, lol! Both of them sound pretty cool with an octave (MXR BOD) before in the chain.

I also have one and love it. Every setting i dial in is very musical and usable. I've only tried the EBS IQ before buying the 3leaf and it's a whole diferent world, the IQ it's very hard to find a soft spot with good sound. I'm waiting for a AW-3 i got in a buisiness and i'll post a A-B with the 3leaf but i'm sure it wont replace my GR. I recomend to any one looking for a auto-wah. I'm curious about the new MXR envelope filter though, anyone has tried both MXR and 3leaf and can post a opinion?

A+++++++++ for this guy. All went well and the bass was exactly (and even better) like the description. He kept his end of the deal on time. The bass arrived safely to Portugal, from UK, packed in a bomb-proof way. I'm very happy with this bass. I definitely recommend this user for any serious business.

[quote name='51m0n' post='854741' date='Jun 2 2010, 12:41 PM']Nope, you just couldnt hear the bass then....[/quote]

I'm also looking in to a lightweight rig. My current option would be a Genz-Benz Shuttle 6.0 with a Bergantino AE112 but where i live that kind of gear does't turn up! I'm hoping this thread would be useful to find my rig. Keep posting the stuff you've tried and your impressions. The only lightweight rig i've tried was a SWR Headlite with Markbass NY (4x6) plus NY (1x12) and it sounded great. Lots of bottom end but not much definition for my taste... needless to say that it is as light as a feather

[quote name='Mog' post='853882' date='Jun 1 2010, 05:56 PM']Sorry, missed the bit about your 100 Fender. If its a Rumble 100 its probably as loud as a 150 watt TE head and 1x15 cab. The Rumble is a serious bit of engineering. Love em to bits. Seen them go toe to toe with two guitar half stacks and ring through without issue. If your still too low I'd reckon jumping to 300 watts minimum power. I run a 150 watt Gp-7 Sm with a 4x10 and its just about right IMO.[/quote] Remember the fender is 100W but it's cab is 4ohm. The TE has an internal cab at 8ohm and alows a extension... is just putting out near 80W! The full 150W (i thought the combos were 130W and the AH were 150W but i could be wrong...) moves so much air that it could knock the fender to it's back!

[quote name='holio.cornolio' post='853860' date='Jun 1 2010, 05:42 PM']but why not a combo. do they shake themselves apart or is it just a weight thing. I reckon a 2 10 or 1 15 would be manageable for the few gigs I do......[/quote] I have both a 210 and 115 combos with 300W each. Only stack them to get more quality of the sound and only whith one of the heads working (a GP12-X). this way i get the full 300W in a 4ohm load and my volume can't pass 3.5/10 before walls start to fell... (feelss more like a 600-700W amp!). TE is buildt like a bunker and as a massive sound. I'm trying to ditch my rig just to get something in the lightweight range. Each combo weights arround 50kg (110pd) and my back are starting to complain... I will allways miss that sound though...

Take a look at the Yamaha RBX375. IMO is the best 5er for the price. A bit over your budget but you could search used basses (maybe a better one crosses your path!). Good hunt

[quote name='bass_ennyday' post='851046' date='May 29 2010, 12:41 PM']Did you buy it straight at 3Leaf USA or what is the best place in Europe to buy the Groove Regulator to save shipping/tax/custom fees?[/quote] I bought from 3Leaf, it was the cheapest option at the time. If you can´t find a used one you'll have to order it from 3Leaf. In their site they have links for distributors but when i bought mine there was only two, one in US and another in Australia if i'm not mistaken... with shipping and customs taxes mine costed 225€... Didn't regret it at the moment but now the new MXR looks like a cheaper and very reliable option...

I haven't tried the MXR env. filter yet but as for the rest i tried and got the MXR Octave Deluxe for octave and a 3Leaf Audio for env filter.

I have a MXR Bass Octave Deluxe and i can get clear tracking down to my B-string as long as i dont try to play superman-fast lines on that string. It's very good. I think the Aguilar is the best octave on the market in the present though. Try them and search for some reviews on U-tube. Cheers