gazhowe

Still available. 

I've just reserved a 800w 2x12 cab from Bass Direct to use in my man cave on the basis that it will sound nicer than the 20 year old Peavey practice amp i've been using.  Definitely more of a GAS induced 'want' than a 'need' (I was interested in it anyway) but I'm justifying putting it on the credit card to cheer myself up while we're on lockdown with no prospect of gigs for some time.  It's not in stock yet but hopefully I'll get it in a couple of weeks.🤔

I'm a Portfolio (Project) Manager at a University.  It often involves long hours but they are flexible and I don't have to work away so it allows me to fit band stuff in without any issues.

Bergantino B|Amp:  700w @4 Ohms, Programmable EQ points and Q width, Speaker profiles, in-built parallel compression, Overdrive, Distortion, Fuzz, HPF, LPF, tuner and all can be saved into three pre-sets than can be selected via the amp or an optional Bluetooth footswitch.

Honourable 2nd place:  Aguilar AG700

I've also owned class D amps by Markbass and TC Electronic.

That must be one of the fastest ever sales on Basschat! 😎

In reply to the OP, I haven’t.  I’ve always bought the best gear I could afford and gigged it as long as I was still enjoying playing it. The only time I’ve felt guilty is following an impulse buy on something I don’t need and/or will hardly use. I’ve become more ruthless about moving that gear on but it’s never been about the cost. 
 

I just want to use the gear I enjoy the most while I’m still gigging, and don’t want to have any regrets about ‘making do’ and playing stuff that doesn’t give me as much enjoyment. 

My pub rock band uses RCF 705 subs (x2) plus RCF 712 tops (x2) for pubs and occasional bigger gigs. Been very impressed with RCF quality and value for money so far but haven’t used any other active PA cabs since we switched from a power amp/passive EV speaker set up. 

With the RCF gear we fully mic the drum kit, guitar plus 3 x vocals and put these through the PA.  My bass is backline only but I’ll go though the PA in case of any amp failures/emergencies. 
 

Regards, Gaz

14 hours ago, peteb said:

I haven't got a later LM3, but based on the difference in volume between my Italian 500w rated LM3 and the 800w Mesa D800 (spoiler, the Markbass is MUCH louder and generally has more umph), I'm guessing that there would be. Bear in mind that I actually liked the basic tone of the D800, it just wasn't loud enough and didn't cut through. 

Re: MarkBass - I used to own both a 500w (Class A/B) Momark and 800w (Class D) Momark.  Both very good amps but when I compared them at a soundcheck with exactly the same settings and felt that the Class A/B had more weight to the notes. 

I've since owned an Aguilar AG700 and Berg B-Amp.  Both are Class D and there's no lack of weight to the notes (or heft) with either and both of these are a step above the Class A/B Momark, and also a Trace 400SMX that I owned (IMHO etc).

I've not had any experience of using 1 x 12 cabs (I'm using a Berg AE410) but understand (like @chris_b) that the Berg AE, CN and HDN series are all slight improvements on each other in that order.  

Bergantino have just launched a new 'NXT' series of lightweight cabs including two different 1 x 12 cabs that look very good. These are due to start shipping from next week so there may be a few more of the older lightweight series up for sale soon.  I believe there are a couple of Berg CN 1 x 12 cabs up for sale on here at the moment at a very good price.

Aguilar AG700 amplifier for sale.  Price includes a Spider waterproof case and UK mainland shipping.  This is 2 years old and is in immaculate condition.  Please PM me if interested.

Spec as follows:

Power Output: 700 watts @ 2.67 or 4 ohms, 350 watts @ 8 ohms, Class D with Solid State preamp

EQ Section:
Bass: +/- 17 dB @ 40 Hz
Deep: +6 dB <250 Hz
Low Mid: +/- 15 dB @ 300 Hz
High Mid: +/- 14dB @ 800 Hz
Treble: +/- 14 dB @ 4 kHz
Bright: +6 dB >3 kHz, shelving

-10dB input pad

Tuner output

Inputs: One 1/4″ input jack, compatible with all active and passive basses

Speaker Outputs: Two Neutrik Speakon speaker outputs

Effects Loop: Series operation. Adds 6 dB of additional gain, making it useful for a broad range of effects units

Balanced Output: XLR balanced output with pre/post EQ and ground lift switch

Cooling: Two high-quality whisper fans with thermal speed control

Dimensions: 12″ W x 9″ D x 3″ H

Weight: 4.9 lbs

Due to buying a Bergantino B-amp the following pedals are no longer needed and for sale:

Prices include UK postage.  I would rather not ship outside of the UK.  Please PM me if interested.

Darkglass Vintage Microtubes (VMT) - immaculate condition, includes original box:  £125  SOLD

Broughton High Pass Filter and Low Pass Filter - immaculate condition:  £125  SOLD

MXR 109S 6-band EQ pedal - immaculate condition, includes original box:  £65  SOLD

Aguilar TLC compressor - few minor scuffs (see pic) but fully working order:  £100

35 in 2019, all with the same rock covers band. That’s about average for us as it’s as many as we usually want to do,  however we’ve managed to get 37 in the diary for this year already. 

Price now reduced to £350 including insured UK mainland shipping.  The Korg tuner shown in the pics is no longer included in the sale as this has been sold separately.

Slade for us from next weekend. 

I've just received my new B-amp and we're local so bad timing and unlucky for both of us.  I'm sure this will sell quickly but GLWTS all the same.😎

On 18/09/2019 at 12:30, Cairobill said:

PRICE DROP TO 1050 QUID

The news is that I have a window to buy back an old stingray of mine - if that window closes I'll withdraw this beauty from sale. It's flipping fantastic...

This is a vgc Japan made 1987 BB3000A with OHSC (case a bit tatty but good working order).

Here's a selection of (late 70s/80s) noodling played on this authentically eighties bass. Do check it out with nice headphones if you can...

Nice video!

Musicman Stingray Classic 4 string for sale.  Price:  £1,350 including insured UK mainland shipping.  I'm not interested in trades thanks.

The price includes a Musicman Stingray hard case, a set of Schaller strap locks and a couple of spare pick-guards.  It was manufactured in 2010 and has a few minor dings from normal wear and tear but nothing major.  Additional pics can be supplied on request.

Please PM me if interested.

On 04/12/2019 at 20:16, Ted Theodore Logan, III said:

Yes, the humans are a perplexing and often puzzling species....

Should I find a reasonably priced amplifier to compliment the AE410 then I will likely hold onto this little (big) gem!

 

Any suggestions on an amplifier?.. I was running a D800 at one point which sounded “Magnifico!!"

I've not tried a D800 but I've been using my AE410 with the Aguilar AG700 which I really like, and before that a Markbass MoMark.  Both sounded great.  I'm awaiting a Bergantino B-amp which should (in theory) be a perfect match due to the cab profiles in the amp. 

Congratulations Dan!

I have two of these lights and can confirm they are very good for the money.  Unfortunately they seem to be causing mains hum through our guitarist's gear so we've stopped using them.  They don't cause any issues with my gear so I suspect it may be linked to his particular amp setup and high gain settings.  We haven't had an issue with other makes of LED lighting.  Has anyone one else had a similar issue?

Very nice bass, GLWTS! 😎

2 hours ago, gillento said:

Are you sure the 500 watts power amp is Class D?

I think it should read Class AB or analog: http://www.markbass.it/product-detail/amp-frame-500/

Thanks @gillento for spotting my schoolboy error.  I've corrected it now. 😊  I used to also own the 800w version which is Class D and listed this amp as the same when I placed the ad last night. 😎

Markbass MoMark 500w Class A/B modular amplifier, with extra modules for sale.  The price includes rack mount ears and I'll also include a SKB 4u shallow rack case for free.  

Price:  £350 including insured UK mainland shipping.  I'm not interested in trades thanks.  

Please note that the Korg rackmount tuner shown in the pictures is not included in this reduced price (as it ahas been sold separately)

I'm based in South Shields, Tyne and Wear if you wish to inspect or try this out.  Please PM me if interested.  Spec as follows:

Momark module amp (serial number FE200014):

Power:             500w Class A/B (500w @ 4 ohm, 300w @ 8 ohm)

Height:             2 rack units: 

Front panel:     Tube preamp with Mute switch, 4 band equalizer with 2 semi-parametric EQ controls, Master level out, VLE (Vintage Loudspeaker Emulator), VPF (Variable Pre-shape Filter)

Rear panel:     2 x Speaker outputs (Speakon / quarter inch jack), Effects loop (parallel), XLR DI out with pre/post EQ switch and ground lift, Tuner out. 

Extra modules included:  TM1 tube pre-amp (Mute switch not working), Blank EQ section. 

I’m amazed that this hasn’t been snapped up by someone. I love my AG700 and this is a great price. 

Another +1 for David Wilson. Top quality professional and a great guy to deal with.