Upgrading amps

[Excalibr]

Hi all,

I currently have a Fender Rumble 15 practice amp that I tool around on in my bedroom and when I practice with my mates. Now, I know next to nothing about amps (is there a "what you need to know about amps" thread anywhere?) but I think I'll probably need to upgrade as time goes by, especially as we might start doing some small gigs here and there.

Any suggestions where I can go amp-wise next?

Thanks
Sam

[xgsjx]

First Q, what's your budget?

You'll get an amp at any budget that'll do what you're looking for just now, including small gigs.

The "For Sale" section on here is a good place to buy. Get to a shop that has a good selection & try some out to see what you like the sound of.

[discreet]

These may be of use to you?

[url="http://basschat.co.uk/topic/3730-gain-power-and-volume-a-confusing-menage-a-trois/"]http://basschat.co.uk/topic/3730-gain-power-and-volume-a-confusing-menage-a-trois/[/url]

[url="http://basschat.co.uk/topic/294-valve-amps-vs-solid-state/"]http://basschat.co.uk/topic/294-valve-amps-vs-solid-state/[/url]

[url="http://basschat.co.uk/topic/1880-buying-checks-and-trial/"]http://basschat.co.uk/topic/1880-buying-checks-and-trial/[/url]

[Lozz196]

Another thing to think of is, what other bassists sound do you like, then see if their gear is within budget. By this I don`t necessarily mean famous, although not a bad idea, but local bands you`ve seen, and whose bassist you`ve thought had a great sound. That should give an approximate idea, then start searches on here for opinions/reviews/Items for sale.

Edited February 3, 2013 by Lozz196

[Musky]

I think the nearest we had to an amp FAQ was the buyers guide on the now defunct basschat wiki. http://web.archive.org/web/20110907235419/http://wiki.basschat.co.uk/info:buying:choosing_your_first_amp

A bit of info like your budget and whether transporting your kit is an issue will likely bring up some concrete suggestions for you.