C88 Posted January 21, 2012 Share Posted January 21, 2012 Those of you that have one, loud enough to gig? And what cabs are you using? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nottswarwick Posted January 21, 2012 Author Share Posted January 21, 2012 Yes in my opinion as long as you do not need to be unreasonably loud on stage and have PA support for big gigs, and use a 4 ohm cab. I used a EBS neo 212 [quote name='C88' timestamp='1327166207' post='1507351'] Those of you that have one, loud enough to gig? And what cabs are you using? [/quote] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Musicman20 Posted January 22, 2012 Share Posted January 22, 2012 Tom Bowlus has mentioned on talkbass: "I am not sure if you guys have heard yet, but beginning in February, production on all GK models is moving back to the Stockton, CA facility. The last day of production in China was 12/31.@ Impressive and bold move. I think they may have had enough of the problems they had with the earlier MB2500, and the teething problems the MBE cabs have had. I'm still interested in the MB800...nothing on Polar Audio's site though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Merton Posted January 22, 2012 Share Posted January 22, 2012 Interesting move that will please everyone on TB no end I'm on tenterhooks waiting for the announcement of the MB Fusion 800, apparently it WILL happen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Musicman20 Posted January 22, 2012 Share Posted January 22, 2012 It HAS happened! KJung on Talkbass has mentioned he tested one at NAMM Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Merton Posted January 22, 2012 Share Posted January 22, 2012 Oh bugger. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
obbm Posted January 22, 2012 Share Posted January 22, 2012 [quote name='Merton' timestamp='1327251105' post='1508341'] Oh bugger. [/quote] It was the prototype and he said it was a year away. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gunsfreddy2003 Posted January 22, 2012 Share Posted January 22, 2012 Is it feasible to use the extra channel for a slap only sound and then switch between the two as and when you need it? I have never owned a two channel amp you see! [quote name='ThomBassmonkey' timestamp='1327145459' post='1506897'] The MB500 is basically the same amp as the MB200 but with some extra switches to play with and of course the extra channel. The MB Fusion has a valve pre and a few more controls. I can't remember what's added/removed on each off the top of my head but it'll be up on GK's website. I'm REALLY tempted to get an MB200, they're so small it'd be easy to put it in a gig bag and forget about it, then if anything ever does happen, there's a head sat there waiting to be used. Notts, I have a fair old pile of GK gear (as per sig), if you ever want to play with a fusion and have a comparison, you're welcome to pop round sometime and have a twiddle. [/quote] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Musicman20 Posted January 22, 2012 Share Posted January 22, 2012 I doubt we will see the new gear for a long time. Thats my only gripe with GK....they never seem to get the timings right. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Musicman20 Posted January 22, 2012 Share Posted January 22, 2012 New product video. The new looks is much more in line with the styles that are popular today. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hp_C6_xJASc MB800 and MB800 Fusion both there, but no demo. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Owen Posted January 22, 2012 Share Posted January 22, 2012 When I started looking for a micro head the GK thing was kind of off the radar, but I noticed them and got one. The Fusion is an exceptionally nice piece of kit, and for the record while driving a cab that is less than super efficient it had empirically more grunt than the Aguilar TH500. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ThomBassmonkey Posted January 23, 2012 Share Posted January 23, 2012 [quote name='Gunsfreddy2003' timestamp='1327253399' post='1508394'] Is it feasible to use the extra channel for a slap only sound and then switch between the two as and when you need it? I have never owned a two channel amp you see! [/quote] It depends on the amp and what you want to be different between the two channels. Technically the MB500 and Fusion probably don't really cound as 2 channel amps, they just have two gain structures whilst keeping the same EQ, contour etc. If you just want to nudge the volume one way or the other for slap, they'll be fine. If you want a different EQ then they won't be able to do it. I find GK's stuff is great for slap anyway, I play it a bit and I've never had to change anything for those sections. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ThomBassmonkey Posted January 23, 2012 Share Posted January 23, 2012 [quote name='Musicman20' timestamp='1327262243' post='1508580'] New product video. The new looks is much more in line with the styles that are popular today. MB800 and MB800 Fusion both there, but no demo. [/quote] Ah, they're the MBEs. They're probably trying to make them obviously different to the NEOs since they look very similar at the moment. Phew, at least that won't affect me. I wonder if the new MB heads are going to be the same as the smaller heads with more power or if they'll have extra features. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eude Posted January 23, 2012 Share Posted January 23, 2012 I like the look of dem MBE Cabs! I like them alot! I'm going to up my amp a little later this year, and was hoping to go for a very light upright 2x12 with a micro head. A 212MBE with an MB500 or a MB500 Fusion might be just the trick! Anyone tried the MBE Cabs? Are they up to task, or should I save up for a better cab? Eude Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Musicman20 Posted January 23, 2012 Share Posted January 23, 2012 Eude - I'd wait til the new USA made ones hit the UK Polar Audio told me the MB800 should be here April, with the new cabs and powered cabs in Summer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eude Posted January 23, 2012 Share Posted January 23, 2012 [quote name='Musicman20' timestamp='1327348030' post='1509793'] Eude - I'd wait til the new USA made ones hit the UK [/quote] Ah, bit will they be more expensive? At the current price point, they're incredibly tempting... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Musicman20 Posted January 23, 2012 Share Posted January 23, 2012 I doubt it will be much, and I think the quality will be much better. Not due to the fact its in USA but because Gallien has more control over it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eude Posted January 23, 2012 Share Posted January 23, 2012 [quote name='Musicman20' timestamp='1327357469' post='1510051'] I doubt it will be much, and I think the quality will be much better. Not due to the fact its in USA but because Gallien has more control over it. [/quote] Cool, thanks for the input mate Have you had any experience of these cabs, or know of anyone who has?... Eude Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Musicman20 Posted January 23, 2012 Share Posted January 23, 2012 I've heard the price point is great, but some of them aren't made so well...bit of a gamble. BUT, I think thats part of why they have changed to manufacturing near their head office. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eude Posted January 24, 2012 Share Posted January 24, 2012 [quote name='Musicman20' timestamp='1327358947' post='1510100'] I've heard the price point is great, but some of them aren't made so well...bit of a gamble. BUT, I think thats part of why they have changed to manufacturing near their head office. [/quote] Cheers for the advice, just skimmed some fairly lenghty threads about the MBE range on Talkbass. Seems they have all the same drivers as the equivalent in the NEO range, but without the biamp facility (where appicalble), and the NEO has a high quality horn and crossover vs the piezo tweeter in the MBE. They're assembled using the same grade of ply, the NEOs built and braced for strength and the MBEs built for lightweight. You're right about the QC on the current models though, for every thread about how good the cabs are, there's several moaning about build problems and modding them, adding in acoustic wadding to deal with boominess, can't find a single complaint about the NEO cabs though, seems they're regarded as very high end kit I'll hang fire for the US made MBE cab, which suits me fine as it'll be a few months before I'll be in a position to do anything anyway... Cheers, Eude Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ead Posted January 24, 2012 Share Posted January 24, 2012 I traded in my old Hartke HA5500 for an MB500 and have never looked back. I'm a big fan. Coupled with Barefaced cabs you have to be careful with the 'loud' control! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Merton Posted January 24, 2012 Share Posted January 24, 2012 Can't say i've seen many issues with build quality of the MB heads, only the cabs. The three MB heads which I've used (I still have 2) were all absolutely spot on. But I would expect the QC to be tighter in-house Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Platypus Posted January 24, 2012 Share Posted January 24, 2012 I just bought The MB200 from the 'For Sale' forum today and having spent the last hour playing through it have to agree it a great little amp. Great tone and incredible value Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eude Posted January 24, 2012 Share Posted January 24, 2012 [quote name='Merton' timestamp='1327431849' post='1511174'] Can't say i've seen many issues with build quality of the MB heads, only the cabs. The three MB heads which I've used (I still have 2) were all absolutely spot on. But I would expect the QC to be tighter in-house [/quote] Yup, nothing but good things regarding the MB Heads and the NEO Cabs, just seems some of the MBE Cabs have been a little off. Having said that, perhaps folks are expecting far too much from what is basically a fairly budget range of cabs. I'm pretty much sold on a 212MBE Cab, as it's exactly what I had in my tiny mind, but wasn't aware of anyone who made one that I could afford. The tricky thing now is, what head should I get to go with it? Are these cabs best with a GK head? My favourite tone previously was a LittleMark 250 into an Aggie GS112, but I want a bigger, louder one cab solution, without gaining loads of weight or size. Would a LittleMark speak nicely through a GK cab, or would it be sensible to go for an MB500 or Fusion head?... I've got plenty of time to figure this all out of course. Perhaps I should go bother Mark at Bass Direct one afternoon. Eude Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Musicman20 Posted January 24, 2012 Share Posted January 24, 2012 (edited) Wow, the quality of the combo fit and finish looks much higher! Check this picture, (flush corners, recessed handle, etc!). [url="http://bassgearmag.com/uploads/gallery/resized_NAMM2012Day1_167.jpg"]http://bassgearmag.c...012Day1_167.jpg[/url] http://www.bassgearmag.com/uploads/gallery/resized_NAMM2012Day1_166.jpg It even appears to have GK a GK logo recessed into the wood. Very similar to a Berg AE finish. Edited January 24, 2012 by Musicman20 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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