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Maybe just slightly off-topic but does anyone know the technical specs for the Aguilar GS112 and Berg AE112 cabs? I tried to find them but failed. Jeez, the Bergs better be good at that price !! Frank

Please don't ignore the advice you're getting about the Barefaced cabs. I own Markbass gear, Ive owned quite a few different of their cabs and both LM I and LM II amps and it's great gear. The Barefaced cabs are lighter, cheaper, louder and better sounding than the Markbass. They are very clear and undistorted though. I like that but obviously it won't be to everyones taste. Frank

[url="http://www.markbass.it/products.php?lingua=en"]http://www.markbass.it/products.php?lingua=en[/url] Check the link for info on Markbass models. I don't think there ever was a Markbass combo with two 12" speakers. As far as the combos are concerned, yes, they are the dogs danglies. Even my CMD121P, a 1 x 12, is loud. I agree 100% with Gareth on these little amps. Frank

Bought a lovely classic '70s jazz from Rich. A very pleasant and smooth transaction and the bass was set up well by Rich himself. And a nice guy to chat with too. Frank

I have a Markbass 121 combo, which is probably close to the 121 cab in tone and volume. For my money, I would go for a pair of Barefaced 1 x 12 Midget cabs. Cheaper, louder, deeper, lighter...... I'm not on commission, just offering my opinion. Frank

[quote name='JTUK' post='881275' date='Jun 29 2010, 07:36 PM']Can't see the point of a one cab solution being ..err two cabs. I only use 1x12" for quiet rehearsals but then I am very picky about sound, projection, tone and frequency range. If your 15" and 12 " cabs have the range that you want, than that is a question for you.[/quote] I'm not sure if this is to me or the OP? If it's for me - I don't want a one cab solution. I like the situation where I can take either cab to most gigs and the 1 x 12 for handiness at rehearsals OR a pub gig, and have two cabs for bigger gigs. (Which isn't that often, but I have the gear if I need it) A one cab solution is all very well but a lot of the time for me, it would be far more than I need. (Assuming I had one cab rated at 4 ohms with multiple speakers) The Compact would always be my first choice as a single cab but sometimes I play in quite tight spaces and the Midget is perfect in that situation. People wonder where all the noise is coming from. "........but then I am very picky about sound, projection, tone and frequency range." Me too. That's why I went with Barefaced. Frank.

[quote name='cetera' post='881731' date='Jun 30 2010, 11:11 AM']Well, here's the info - straight from their wonderful Artist Relations man PJ.... weird they didn't realise this.... and it puts a WHOLE new slant on the Tonepump! [i]"Hello again - thanks for sending me the link. After reviewing all of this, of course the person who designed our TonePump circuit is accurate...so...I need to work with our new web designer and include the proper TonePump / TonePump Jr. info! Sounds like we misinterpreted his info almost 10 years ago while working on this with him. Thanks again, PJ Also please send my regards to everybody at Bass Chat UK!!! "[/i][/quote] Isn't that amazing, after all the years since it was introduced? My CRFM5 (made circa 2001) originally had an Aguilar preamp but had a U-Retro fitted years ago which sounds just wonderful. I got my Spector out of the case last night for a noodle. I'd forgotten how beautiful it sounds, looks and plays. Frank.

[quote name='fatback' post='881205' date='Jun 29 2010, 06:27 PM']Out of curiosity, is your Midget with or without tweeter?[/quote] Without tweeter. And it's fine. I have no regrets at all in buying the non-tweeter verssion. It handles the highs very smoothly. Frank

[quote name='Musicman20' post='881065' date='Jun 29 2010, 03:44 PM']A single 12 will only go so far....ok for rehearsing and acoustic, but a 2x10 is the smallest Id go for small gigs. 2x12 is the optimum (or 1x12 x 2).[/quote] I know what you mean, but the 1 x 12 Barefaced Midget is in another league. It's loud, very loud, but can still sound deep up to a pretty loud volume using a bit of EQ. Beats my Markbass 2 x 10 easily and I still regard the Markbass 2 x 10 as a good cab. For me, the Compact OR the Midget is loud enough for most of my gigs. The Compact with the Midget on top is a killer rig. It's nice to have all that headroom. Frank

[quote name='charlie_bass' post='879900' date='Jun 28 2010, 02:24 PM']I've used a GK MB150e with a GK MBX112 extension cab for all gigs and rehearsals until recently. This includes playing a Warwick Corvette $$ five string and a Steinberger UEB. Fitted the bill in terms of size and weight and has always sounded great but, it was just too "small a sound" for bigger gigs. So, I've taken the plunge and just taken delivery of the following: - MARKBASS F1 (500 watts into 4ohms) - MARKBASS 210P Traveller * 2 (8ohms + 8ohms = 4ohms) Absolutely fabulous, just the sound/presence required to be heard and to hear well on stage when playing in a big band. Also the 2x10s are less than 30lbs each and the F1 comes in under six lbs (and fits in my gig bag too) !! Nice speakon to speakon connections (optional as 1/4" jacks can be used too). The build quality is excellent and I also love the cool yellow cones and decals. Total cost about £1,500 (multiple suppliers). NB: the twin 210s fit together well in a vertical configuration and the F1 fits neatly on the top. This way you can have a back-line which sort of fits the human model rather than having loads of sound blasted around your knees. Issues ? None yet but I'll miss the stereo chorus on the GK a bit - perhaps you really can't have everything !? I'm keeping the MB150e for rehearsals and small gigs and for use with the Steinberger but I've sold the MBX 112 already. Charlie[/quote] That's a great and very flexible rig charlie. I had the same except with a little mark II. Try stacking the cabs on their sides, in a 4 high configuration. Gives a small footprint and gets the top speaker up to your ear height. Frank

Glad your turmoil is over gaf. I'd be interested in what advice Alex gave you. Frank.

After reading about your financial situation and having owned both rigs, I'd say just stick with what you have. The Midget is a better cab in every way than the 102P but the 102P is still a brilliant little cab and very good in most pub gig situations. And combined with the larger 2 x10, it's a very, very good rig. No doubt, the Midget is lighter thn the 102P and cheaper too, if you're buying new, but why spend money you don't have too? This is only my opinion and, just to add, I only sold my pair of markbass 2 x 10s because a new and smaller car wouldn't carry them in the boot. Frank

If you listened to a rig with your eyes closed, could you tell its weight? Frank

Black in a swirly pearl finish is lovely. Frank

[quote name='Happy Jack' post='875855' date='Jun 23 2010, 09:22 PM']But some of your cabs already have twitters, don't they?[/quote] hehehe. Just joined twEEter Frank

[quote name='lojo' post='870091' date='Jun 17 2010, 06:23 PM']Find a lightweight speaker you like and nail a RH450 to the top of it [/quote] I agree. A lightweight amp, about 500watts and a lightweight cab. Should end up overall a lighter weight and more convenient shape to carry. Plus, you have the option of adding another identical cab for bigger gigs. Lots of good gear out there to choose from, dependiing on your sound preferences. Frank.

I have a Markbass 121P and it is a decent and loud combo for rehearsals and small pubs. Weighs about 29 lbs. I also have a Barefaced Midget and LM II amp. The Midget and LM II weighs in at about 26 lbs so it's lighter than the 121P. It's also easier to carry due to the shape. The big difference is in the sound, with the Midget sounding much bigger, louder and deeper than the 121P. Both are decent rigs but the Midget would be easily the better of the two. And since you already own a LM 3............ Frank.

I played through one for most of the 80s and early 90s. Always seemed plenty loud although most of the time I was into the PA. I also used a Peavey databass 450. It's a tiny little cab but also loud. It all seemed decent gigging gear to me but I admit that times have moved an a lot with gear since those days. Frank.

The US '75 reissue has neck binding that covers the fret ends. Pure quality. I have no doubt that the Jap versions are top class too (I've only payed two, and they were both good) but the US version just seems slightly more classy all round. You pays yer money and makes yer choice. I have a US '75 reissue with the rosewood neck which is lovely to look at but the feel of the neck is the really outstanding feature of this bass - apart from the sound which I'm loving. Only fault is that the E string is slightly too loud compared to the others. I must try to sort this out when I get the time. An easy fix I think? They're not cheap, but once the money's spent, it's spent but the enjoyment lasts forever. Frank.

It's a bit obvious that since I own a US '75 reissue that my vote would go there. The quality is superb and the looks are what finally sold mine. Natural ash body with the rarer rosewood board and those beautiful block inlays. The range of sounds is enough for the music I play although I'm usually very partial to active basses for the more focussed type sound. The downside is the price. They are way overpriced when compared to other Fender models. Perhaps the best all-round value for money is the 2008 onwards models? Frank.