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The amp everybody love to hate. I haven't used it much, and not in the last year or so completely. So I pulled it out, thinking I could sell it along a cheap bass, just to get a bit of money for the summer. I was surprised how good the little fella' sounded (BXL 900A). With gain set at 9 o'clock it sounds great. Even If it's supposed to be a 90 watt combo, it's certainly not very loud. When gain passes noon, the sound just turn to crap, but from 9 - 12 everything's smooth and cool. I actually think I'll keep it, but 3 amps are a bit to much for my needs (and I think of getting a new one - Fender Rumble 500). Turn it up to much, and it sounds like sh*t. Watt is another story with Behringer, I would like to see a 1000 watt, then I might use it for a gig. Anyone with a positive experience with Behringer?

Does anyone know a place where I can check out Sansamp/Tech21 and compare their sounds? There are a whole lot of great stuff from the company, and I'd like to have one of each - if money was no object... I would like to listen to the Sansamp Bassdriver, and compare it to the Para Driver - and give the VT a go. Shops around reasonable drivingtime don't stock up on much here in Denmark, so if any of you could point me to a site that present those fine little gadgets, or have come across a forum that compare the sound, please let me know. Thanks

[quote name='Ghost_Bass' timestamp='1405430197' post='2501814'] Doesn't this combo comes with that toneprint thinghy? Isn't there a SVTish preset for it? Regarding the main question i can't give you an opinion, i don't use any preamp pedal, for me it's all bout the bass's own preamp and the right hand placement. My amp always DI's to FOH pre-EQ and the amp's EQ is only there to correct any anoying freqs caused by the room. [/quote] Yep, TC Ekectronic comes with a built in overdrive - but I also play a GK MB200. The reason of getting a Paradriver should be, If it would give me a better tone from the amp, a tone I can't dial in on the amp itself. Soundmen often tend to avoid the DI-option offered directly out of the amp, and hands out their preferred DI box. At least that's my experience.

Thanks John, I'll give it a go

I an going to shield and ground a bass, and have bought some isolating paint. After that I have to solder a wire - anyone who can post a photo/drawing of from where to where I have to attach that wire? As you might have guessed, I have never done this before - so I'm not sure what I'm doing Thanks

Thanks guys for your input. Yep, it's a bit expensive, but my last gig can pay for it.

Why are you using a preamp? To make you amp sound better, for the distortion, as a DI or? I consider getting a Sansamp Paradriver to get a smooth vintage sound out of my budget TC Electronic BG250 combo. I also like the optional DI solution, for gigs etc. Am I getting the bassdriver for the wrong reasons, and why are YOU using one? I prefer the Sansamp Paradriver instead of the original Sansamp Bassdriver DI for the smoother sound and more optional mid scoops. Your comments would be most appreciated

Considering a Rumble 500 combo instead of my TC Electronic BG250 combo.

What If you go directly from your bass to a Sansamp preamp/DI --> mixer/PA? Will that give a flat and dull sound from the bass?

I haven't played it yet, but I really like the option of adding an extra cab (like a 1x15") to it.

The Rumble is 555 euro at Thoman [url="http://www.thomann.de/dk/markbass_mini_cmd_151p_lm3.htm"][/url] [url="http://www.thomann.de/dk/markbass_mini_cmd_151p_lm3.htm"][b]the MarkbassMini CMD 151P LM3 is 879 euro?[/b][/url]

Any words on this lightweight 500 watt combo? Other alternatives in the 400-500 watt/price range? I hear the sound is good, vintage and very loud. The option of adding a second cab to it nice. The price is very good - but is there other stuff at that price I should consider? Thanks

Thanks guys

I got the Jaco-style Icon Series about a month ago. Plays very well, and the tone is just perfect. Only thing I don't like is the the pickups are not shielded. I get a buzzing whenever I don't touch the strings. A bit of a drag that I have to shield it myself

Helle there my fellow bassheads. It's a wonderfull weekend in sunny Denmark, feels almost like summer. I have a 15" Gallien Krueger cab, and are thinking about adding a EBS cab, either a 12" or a 10". What are your thoughts, and is there a difference in the sound I would get from adding the 10" instead of a 12"? Thanks, and enjoy the weather while it's good - well, I just hope it's good no matter where you are ;-)

[quote name='HowieBass' timestamp='1397999303' post='2429359']Just spotted you list a Squier in your signature - you know what I'm talking about then LOL [/quote] Yep, I have the Deluxe Jazz (active) - and I don't think I'll ever sell it. Next step up might be a Fender MIM

[color=#333333]I'm looking at Fender basses, in the budget Mexican series.[/color] [color=#333333]I'm a bit lost, since there are other series in the price range (Blacktop, Moderne Player etc.).[/color] [color=#333333]What are the differences in tone, quality, playability etc.[/color] [color=#333333]In short, what series offers the best bass for a budget buyer?[/color] [color=#333333]I'm mainly looking at a Fender Mexican Jazz - and likely a fretless Jazz later on.[/color] [color=#333333]Thanks for (hopefully) clearing this up for me[/color]

Can the 120 really go the distance with a drummer? Not on stage, but in the rehearsal room?

I really like the tone of the EBS Classic Session 120w combo, but 120w may not be enough. The next best thing could be the Reidmar 250w - not exactly the vintage tone of the combo - as Reidmar is a class D head, and the 120w combo is more of a slimmed down version of the EBS Classic 450 head. Have anyone used the Reidmar with other cabs than the EBS 10" and 12"? Someone said that it could be difficult getting the warm sound with other cabs than the EBS Classic cabs?

I have only one question: Can I get a fretless version?

Thank you for all inputs, I will definitely take them into consideration. Is the VJ96 replaced with the V74? Can't find the VJ96 on the homepage anymore

Thanks John, much appreciated

I'm getting interested in a fretless at a reasonable price - think Squier. I just stumbled across a bass from a company called Vintage. Not to crazy about the look, but then again - there's a cool sound from it, according to Youtube. Anyone who can tell me a bit about the good/bad from this company? It's priced around what a Squier VM fretless Jazz is at. The one I'm looking at is the Icon Series VJ96 fretless. [url="http://www.vintageguitarsusa.com/vintagebass.htm"]http://www.vintagegu...vintagebass.htm[/url]

Thanks guys, I better go and try them both out - and compare them

Hi guys, and happy holidays. I've been looking at the Hartke HA 3500 head lately, but people tell me that the fan is a bit noisy. What about the LH 500, is there a difference in sound between the two heads? Is the LH 500 as good a choice as the HA 3500 has been for many years? Which head would you choose, and why? Thanks