JTUK Posted December 8, 2013 Share Posted December 8, 2013 My A rig is a DB750 and DB212 and DB210 cabs and it doesn't go out on every gig due to it being too heavy (and too loud) and therefore you need easy access, but when you have a decent stage and load-in, then DB stands for the DOG'S BOLLOCKS . I generally aim to run an active bass through it but have also gone passive more of late. I don't need an EQ stage, as the sound is just THERE... This is quite like the big SVT and Mesa Blocks but I think it is a better bet than both..certainly for me. I would say the Aguilar DB is a modern update on the trad Ampeg Vintage vibe..and they do it better, IMO. I've posted this as I loved the sound I had from it last night....but I've not ever gotten anything less than a great at anytime.... To me, that is the defintion of a very good amp.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Musicman20 Posted December 8, 2013 Share Posted December 8, 2013 The DB cabinets are absolutely fantastic. I have not as yet tried the amps Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
molan Posted December 8, 2013 Share Posted December 8, 2013 The DB750 is a cracking head. Plug it in, turn it on, wait for the little blue standby light to stop blinking and play - simple as that. No fuss, no fiddling with eq and it just sounds fantastic Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JTUK Posted December 8, 2013 Author Share Posted December 8, 2013 That's it, Barrie..simple as that. Gareth...as you'd expect, the amp perfectly compliments the cabs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lozz196 Posted December 8, 2013 Share Posted December 8, 2013 I my ltd experience with Aguilar a modern Ampeg type-sound was my impression too. Very impressed - but the cabs are too heavy for me so won`t be getting any Ag gear Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JTUK Posted December 8, 2013 Author Share Posted December 8, 2013 Understand weight issues but I can man handle it if I need to... but there are 5 of us in the band and a two man lift on and off stages is easy.... we don't leave anyone to struggle with stuff... or I take a light rig, but not by choice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
clauster Posted December 12, 2013 Share Posted December 12, 2013 I've only ever heard a DB750 through two GS112s. Wasn't impressed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JTUK Posted December 12, 2013 Author Share Posted December 12, 2013 GS cabs, for me, are great with new lively strings but not useable once those strings go off their very brightest..which is after one gig. Too bigger a hole for me between cab bias and horn. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
molan Posted December 13, 2013 Share Posted December 13, 2013 DB751 through a pair of GS410's is possibly the best live bass sound I've ever heard Normally I'd say it's th player that's making all the difference but I've heard the same guy through a lot of other rigs and the GS combo was by far the best! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
0175westwood29 Posted December 13, 2013 Share Posted December 13, 2013 Used to love my db750 and 610hlf combo such a nice tone, when i got it i a/b'd it with a svt and it killed it! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bigwan Posted December 13, 2013 Share Posted December 13, 2013 I'd love to try a db750/db410 rig... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JTUK Posted December 13, 2013 Author Share Posted December 13, 2013 [quote name='Bigwan' timestamp='1386928708' post='2306446'] I'd love to try a db750/db410 rig... [/quote] I do this with a 750 and 2xDB210's....and the DB212 is a better match for me...and I didn't think I would ever say that... But... since the 750 goes to 2ohms..I can actually run all 3 cabs together.... ho hum...!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JTUK Posted December 13, 2013 Author Share Posted December 13, 2013 [quote name='molan' timestamp='1386899139' post='2306297'] DB751 through a pair of GS410's is possibly the best live bass sound I've ever heard [/quote] My comment should have been directed at 2xGS112's....which I ran for a yr or so...but not with the 750. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted December 16, 2013 Share Posted December 16, 2013 I just had a quick blast through my ( new to me ) DB112 at home and yeah, wow just about sums it up. I can tell after ten minutes that it's the best cab I've ever had ......and there's been a few ! I'm now looking forward to gettiing it's twin hehe. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JTUK Posted December 17, 2013 Author Share Posted December 17, 2013 I personally don't really like single 112's myself...but if you do...then adding another should really kick the 'wow' up a notch. I'd trade my Bergs for 2 DB112's Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted December 17, 2013 Share Posted December 17, 2013 It was always the plan to get two tbh but funds won't quite allow just yet.......I'm placing a deposit on the second cab tomorrow though so if things go to plan it'll be here between xmas and new year, failing that the first week in January. I had a evening with the cab last night and ended up with the tweeter rolled of by 75% ish. Treble slighty cut on the bass and to me, my ThumbNT has never sounded as good. I think that up to now and albeit just using it at home this is the best money I've spent on gear in the last 5 years. I suppose come gig time I'll know for sure............. Fingers crossed then. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JTUK Posted December 17, 2013 Author Share Posted December 17, 2013 If your 2xDB112's sound like my DB212, then you should get a nice tight but full bottom end ( great for 5st ) but enough mid bite to make your bass shine through. I wouldn't call them the most technical cabs, but they just work. Sometimes, why over complicate it...??? Aguilar have well and truly stolen Ampegs clothes,... whether that was by design or not, I don't know but vintage modern is where they sit, IMO I also think a Jazz and Aguilar will become a classic combination just like jazz and SWR were. Thankfully, Aguilar still seem a small U.S based company despite their growing global presence. I hope that situation remains Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Salt on your Bass? Posted December 27, 2013 Share Posted December 27, 2013 What is it about the tone of the 750 that makes it so good? Genuine question as I'm revisiting my head in about 12 months time and have been curious about this head for a while but not been anywhere that stocks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JTUK Posted December 27, 2013 Author Share Posted December 27, 2013 It isn't an out and out tone monster in terms of the EQ stage ..but neither does it need it. No ridiculous mini graphics required... I think the dials are very subtle... - you get no harsh extremes. I've only every tried them between 10-2 and that was more to have a play... -but then I am very confident that my bass sound will come through. Now... I turn it on and turn up the bass..set the level and we are good. I would say it is subtle but an educated sound ..and by that I mean it is the bass you are hearing but with a FULL wallop of the power stage. The valve pre is airey enough, and power stage has real heft. The only other amps I've used ( not owned ) that had this were the Boogie 400 series and the SVT and whilst they too, are plug and play and you are more than happy... the DB has a far more modern sympathetic sound. I am quite happy to accept this is because the DB is a more modern design and because this is the sound Aguilar were going for I also think they now have that ground covered over Ampeg and Boogie with BIG amps. The DB is around 60 plus lbs IMO... so not light. Molan has a better take on the 751 in comparison to the 750.... and when I've played through them, ...Not A/B.. it sounded pretty similar to me. You'll get 60-70's vintage thru to Geddy Lee very easily...should you be looking for a quick sound reference and if your bass doesn't fight that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PauBass Posted December 27, 2013 Share Posted December 27, 2013 (edited) I know what you mean JTUK! For the past 4 years Aguilar DB amps have been my amps, first a DB751 and now a DB750...I just love their tone and the weight/power they project on each note you play. As Molan has said, switch it on, wait for the blue light to stop blinking and off you go, excellent tone straight away. At the same time as Aguilar I have owned other amps, Ampeg, Hartke, EBS, Fender...none of them have stayed, it's always been the Aguilar. Edited December 27, 2013 by PauBass Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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