Thanks for the info on Thiele Jazzneck, I have learnt a great deal from that.
Geoff, the LB30 and Barefaced compact is more like I was thinking, but it seems the power stage valves are different from the B15. Would still like some similar options with valve amps and cabs like this to consider too.
Ahpook, The Flipster looks cool, would be interested to hear one.
Discreet and Chrismuzz, I have spent some hours with my B3 and am getting some fantastic results. I know the purists will be upset but it can sound great.
6V6, I would love to get a clone from Fliptops, but I expect it'd actually be cheaper to get an original B15N
Thumperbob, I have also spent a good few hours on the Bass POD and X3 and can never get quite what I'm after. Have you any .l6t files you could send me of your efforts? Would be very interested to hear how you got on.
I also fired up the V4B again today and it sounds great, but not like a B15.
Has anyone got the Bass POD, Zoom B3 and a VT bass that could offer a comparison on their respective B15ishness?