I have tried it out through my Gallien Krueger head and ampeg cab with my punk band. I usually use my Rickenbacker and the SUB doesn't match up, but we all know that. For 300 quid though, it's great value. Most importantly, it FEELS nice to play, yes the neck is thin, but only the same as a jazz bass and it's a nice contrast to my Ric. Played it through a PA with my other band (Irish Folk/Instrumental band) and it is a little lively in the sound dept for that. The RIC is much more suitable, but I think it's going to be ideal for the punk band, sounds nice and raw and fits well. But again, for 300 quid it is outstanding value