Conan Posted December 8, 2014 Share Posted December 8, 2014 (edited) I've been doing a bit of online research and have decided that I want to change my amp! Nothing wrong with the Hartke, but my current set-up involves me playing Jazz basses most of the time and my favourite setting is with both pickups on full. As a result, my tone can be a bit mid-shy and I need an amp that has a bit more control over the midrange. This amp has served me well for over four years, and I originally bought it used from this very forum. It comes in a quality rackbag (LD systems) and is therefore very easy to transport. Although it is not a "lightweight" head, it is very manageable and a comfortable one-handed carry even over significant distances. It is a [b][i]very[/i][/b] loud amp, with lots of clean headroom - and has never been pushed at all. For anyone unfamiliar with the beast in question - [url="http://www.thomann.de/gb/hartke_lh500.htm"]http://www.thomann.d...artke_lh500.htm[/url] They seem very well thought of on here too - [url="http://basschat.co.uk/topic/122730-hartke-lh500lh1000-heads/"]http://basschat.co.u...00lh1000-heads/[/url] I'm happy to package the amp up for shipping, which the buyer will have to pay for of course!. The only trades I would entertain would be other amps - and I am probably leaning towards an Aguilar TH350 or a GK MB500 (with cash adjustments as appropriate). Any questions just ask! Edited February 7, 2015 by Conan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Conan Posted December 17, 2014 Author Share Posted December 17, 2014 Wee friday bumplet Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Delberthot Posted December 17, 2014 Share Posted December 17, 2014 It's Wednesday or hump day as it's known up here Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Conan Posted December 17, 2014 Author Share Posted December 17, 2014 [quote name='Delberthot' timestamp='1418818401' post='2633598'] It's Wednesday or hump day as it's known up here [/quote] Oh bugger! Wishful thinking on my part... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Delberthot Posted December 17, 2014 Share Posted December 17, 2014 I think we're all like that at the moment. Roll on next Tuesday Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kevin Dean Posted December 19, 2014 Share Posted December 19, 2014 What that black square next to the power on switch ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
barkin Posted December 19, 2014 Share Posted December 19, 2014 Dust filter Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Conan Posted December 24, 2014 Author Share Posted December 24, 2014 [quote name='Kevin Dean' timestamp='1419001747' post='2635624'] What that black square next to the power on switch ? [/quote] [quote name='barkin' timestamp='1419003255' post='2635641'] Dust filter [/quote] Indeed. And it must be pretty efficient as this is one of the most dust-free amps I have ever owned... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Conan Posted December 27, 2014 Author Share Posted December 27, 2014 Just picked up the amp from the rehearsal room this afternoon, so will get some pics taken soon. In the meantime, the rackbag in which it resides is one of these- http://basschat.co.uk/topic/231956-sold-ld-systems-2u-rack-bag-mint-condition-l29/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Conan Posted December 29, 2014 Author Share Posted December 29, 2014 (edited) Pics as promised.... After looking at the pics I spotted one small scrape on the front left handle on the amp itself. I could have coloured it in with a black pen or some paint, but I'd rather any potential buyer could see it. I'm just honest like that... [attachment=179481:CIMG0348.JPG][attachment=179482:CIMG0368.JPG][attachment=179483:CIMG0369.JPG][attachment=179484:CIMG0370.JPG][attachment=179485:CIMG0371.JPG] And have a Hartke New Year! Edited January 6, 2015 by Conan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TRBboy Posted December 29, 2014 Share Posted December 29, 2014 Hi there, I quite like the look of your LH500, just wondered if there's any way to run it straight into a single 4ohm cab? Thanks. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Delberthot Posted December 29, 2014 Share Posted December 29, 2014 If you use a single 4ohm cab you'll get the full 500 watts from the amp Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wilco Posted December 30, 2014 Share Posted December 30, 2014 (edited) These are great amps. I've had mine for 4 years now & have never had the inclination to change it. The quality sound, bullet proof build & the simplicity of the controls just do it for me! I run mine into a single 8ohm cab & have never had the volume control above 6. GLWTS. Edited December 30, 2014 by Wilco Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Conan Posted January 1, 2015 Author Share Posted January 1, 2015 [quote name='TRBboy' timestamp='1419886995' post='2643692'] Hi there, I quite like the look of your LH500, just wondered if there's any way to run it straight into a single 4ohm cab? Thanks. [/quote] Indeed there is! I know what you mean though, as the speaker output sockets on the back imply that you can only connect 8 ohm cabs... not sure why it says that? I have run it through the following Barefaced cabs to excellent effect: Vintage (4 ohms), Compact (8 ohms) and (currently) Big One (6 ohms). It has also driven two Ashdown 410s (8 ohms each, but daisy-chained together to present the amp with a 4 ohm load), and an 8 ohm TKS H115 (by itself and in combination with the BF Compact). None of these cabs or combinations has given anything but oodles of power, clarity and volume! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Conan Posted January 1, 2015 Author Share Posted January 1, 2015 [quote name='Wilco' timestamp='1419938228' post='2644059'] These are great amps. I've had mine for 4 years now & have never had the inclination to change it. The quality sound, bullet proof build & the simplicity of the controls just do it for me! I run mine into a single 8ohm cab & have never had the volume control above 6. GLWTS. [/quote] Thanks They are indeed great amps, and offer fantastic bang-for-buck (as I believe the saying goes...)! If I had a bit more disposable income (or played paying gigs more regularly), I would happily keep this amp as a spare/backup. But I really need a bit more mid-range control and can't afford to own two amps... I suspect I would miss this amp though... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Conan Posted January 6, 2015 Author Share Posted January 6, 2015 Just to clarify, I am more than happy to ship this amp. I will package it securely, measure and weigh it and even arrange the courier. All the buyer will have to do is pay for it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Merton Posted January 6, 2015 Share Posted January 6, 2015 Cracking amp, cracking price Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Conan Posted January 6, 2015 Author Share Posted January 6, 2015 [quote name='Merton' timestamp='1420540431' post='2650339'] Cracking amp, cracking price [/quote] Correct on both points! Still very little interest though... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Delberthot Posted January 6, 2015 Share Posted January 6, 2015 I don't understand this either. It's a great sounding, rock solid amp with loads of power. I withdrew my LH1000 for both of these reasons. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Merton Posted January 6, 2015 Share Posted January 6, 2015 (edited) It's bizarre, definitely in my top five bass amps I've ever played because it sounds so good, is so simple and bulletproof. I made a friend buy one last year to replace his aging Laney combo and he's incredibly happy with it. Hope it shifts soon for you Edited January 6, 2015 by Merton Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Conan Posted January 11, 2015 Author Share Posted January 11, 2015 Auditioning a new drummer on wednesday, so I might have use for a new (to me!) amp after all No Hartke love around in the New Year? I know I'm asking a good price, so why does nobody want one of these budget powerhouses at the moment? Nearly 800 views and no offers? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Conan Posted January 19, 2015 Author Share Posted January 19, 2015 Post-weekend type BUMP! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Conan Posted January 22, 2015 Author Share Posted January 22, 2015 Back to the top... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Conan Posted January 27, 2015 Author Share Posted January 27, 2015 As these amps are now available brand new from GAK for the princely sum of £233 I have now reduced my selling price. Although GAK aren't including a rack unit or bag... [url="http://www.gak.co.uk/en/hartke-lh500-head/25125"]http://www.gak.co.uk/en/hartke-lh500-head/25125[/url] It's a tough world at the moment! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cachao Posted January 27, 2015 Share Posted January 27, 2015 Cannot beleive this is still here. I have a LH500. Great amp. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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