Merton Posted September 3, 2008 Share Posted September 3, 2008 (edited) Crap pic: (better ones to follow!) [attachment=12876:8x8rig.jpg] We're talking the combo on the left, not the cab on the right. V-Type preamp, 290W RMS (@ 4 ohm) MOSFET power amp. This is the best Trace amp I've ever used, the sound is slightly rounder and softer than the 1x15 version of this combo. I'm keeping the 1x15 as it's lighter and an earlier version with 250W BiPolar Bear power board. I added castors to the combo (they really are needed, this is 42kg!) and recently had four new Celestion speakers put in. Approx 180W into the internal speakers. [b]SOLD[/b] [i]*Earthing fix: the standard design has the preamp board AC-coupled to ground and this is a mass production fix which seems a bit, well, dumb. It's easier, cheaper, and quieter to have it DC-coupled, so that's what Steve did. It's made it quieter, and more importantly it no longer picks up power supply noise like an FM radio....[/i] Edited October 30, 2008 by Merton Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kev Posted September 3, 2008 Share Posted September 3, 2008 lol the title says £500, your post says £525, which is it to be? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Kev Posted September 3, 2008 Share Posted September 3, 2008 if you wernt building me the little 1x8, id be very tempted by that 4x8... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Merton Posted September 3, 2008 Author Share Posted September 3, 2008 [quote name='BassManKev' post='276296' date='Sep 3 2008, 02:58 PM']lol the title says £500, your post says £525, which is it to be? [/quote] Arseburgers. £500 Whoops - edit time! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Waldo Posted September 3, 2008 Share Posted September 3, 2008 Oh godamnit will someone please buy my Stingray so I can have this! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Merton Posted September 3, 2008 Author Share Posted September 3, 2008 [quote name='BassManKev' post='276298' date='Sep 3 2008, 03:00 PM']if you wernt building me the little 1x8, id be very tempted by that 4x8...[/quote] You still may want this depending on how the 1x8 turns out!! [quote name='Waldo' post='276301' date='Sep 3 2008, 03:02 PM']Oh godamnit will someone please buy my Stingray so I can have this![/quote] Trace GAS, sir? Forgot to say, it isn't currently going to the SE Bass Bash but that is as good a place as any for swapping heavy green stuff for papery green stuff Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
overwater#1 Posted September 3, 2008 Share Posted September 3, 2008 Arrgggh if only my job starting date was sooner, and I had the cash in my bank.. hell, id love this rig entirely!!!! Very special setup indeed!!! You don't need an arm? Perhaps a leg might tempt you....... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Merton Posted September 3, 2008 Author Share Posted September 3, 2008 [quote name='overwater#1' post='276410' date='Sep 3 2008, 05:25 PM']Perhaps a leg might tempt you....... [/quote] Already have 3, but cheers Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
overwater#1 Posted September 3, 2008 Share Posted September 3, 2008 ... and one is slightly longer than the other two im guessing? Il leave now.... Good luck with the sale, very nice rig!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Merton Posted September 8, 2008 Author Share Posted September 8, 2008 I played this rig at rehearsal last night. Heavy as hell but a gorgous sound. I'm half tempted to not sell... But I need the money and this is the rig which gets less use. So, er, that was all a rather longwinded bump! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Merton Posted October 9, 2008 Author Share Posted October 9, 2008 Post-holiday bump. Keeping the cab now, but the combo still has to go. Any offers? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
overwater#1 Posted October 9, 2008 Share Posted October 9, 2008 Are you going to the BassDay in Manchester? Im still tempted, I want either a small cab or lightish combo.. I know this is probably damn heavy, I need to find something around the house that weighs 42Kg?? I think it's a bit unrealistic though.. but im tempted. Let me know if you might be at the BassDay though.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Merton Posted October 9, 2008 Author Share Posted October 9, 2008 [quote name='overwater#1' post='303135' date='Oct 9 2008, 04:30 PM']Are you going to the BassDay in Manchester? Im still tempted, I want either a small cab or lightish combo.. I know this is probably damn heavy, I need to find something around the house that weighs 42Kg?? I think it's a bit unrealistic though.. but im tempted. Let me know if you might be at the BassDay though.. [/quote] Probably am going to BassDay but I'll be training it, not driving... (Tho if you really want it I will figure a way of getting it on the train with me!) Think your 4x10 cab is about 42kg as well if that helps? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
overwater#1 Posted October 9, 2008 Share Posted October 9, 2008 Il just attempt to weight it now.. hell, how easy is it to lift on that little handle then? How portable is it? Do you have any rough dimensions, just so I can see if it'l fit in the car easy enough? Il definately be at BassDay, so il let you know, im not sure though with the weight.. Il see! I bet its a cracker to play. How well does it handle a mighty low B? [quote name='Merton' post='303142' date='Oct 9 2008, 04:34 PM']Probably am going to BassDay but I'll be training it, not driving... (Tho if you really want it I will figure a way of getting it on the train with me!) Think your 4x10 cab is about 42kg as well if that helps?[/quote] Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Merton Posted October 9, 2008 Author Share Posted October 9, 2008 Low B - fine at reasonable volumes but it will fart out a bit at higher levels. Single strap is OK, but I tend to pick it up in a big hug-like grip and carry like that. The castors make it a helluva lot easier to cart around! Dimensions are 63cm tall (excluding castors and handle), 54cm wide and 34cm deep Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Merton Posted October 13, 2008 Author Share Posted October 13, 2008 Bumpage Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
overwater#1 Posted October 16, 2008 Share Posted October 16, 2008 Still thinking Merton, it's just the weight of the thing.. Soooo tempted, and have the cash Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Merton Posted October 16, 2008 Author Share Posted October 16, 2008 [quote name='overwater#1' post='307806' date='Oct 16 2008, 12:38 PM']Still thinking Merton, it's just the weight of the thing.. Soooo tempted, and have the cash [/quote] The weight is the main reason I'm selling it, other than the fact I really don't need a 2nd combo at the moment. It's a big consideration. But you're young and healthy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
overwater#1 Posted October 16, 2008 Share Posted October 16, 2008 I will be in touch anyway then, Im definately interested. How much extra was it for the matching 4x8 cab? Do you have any other pictures available? Thanks V much! Matt Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Merton Posted October 16, 2008 Author Share Posted October 16, 2008 [quote name='overwater#1' post='307900' date='Oct 16 2008, 02:25 PM']I will be in touch anyway then, Im definately interested. How much extra was it for the matching 4x8 cab? Do you have any other pictures available? Thanks V much! Matt[/quote] Will try to get some more pics tonight or tomorrow Matching cab has been withdrawn for the mo I'm afraid - it sounds awesome with my 1x15 combo and as my 1x15 cab is yet to even start being made I need it for the forseeable... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
overwater#1 Posted October 27, 2008 Share Posted October 27, 2008 SSSSSSSSSSSSOLD!!! Can't wait..!! More Tracey Stuff!! Cheers Merton.... This guy has been an absolute pleasure to deal with, as i've asked a million and one questions about the amp, and he's always replied promptly with detail, and has been just a top guy throughout! Thankyou very much for the help mate, i'l be filling in you're feedback thread too!! Matt Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Merton Posted October 27, 2008 Author Share Posted October 27, 2008 [quote name='overwater#1' post='315771' date='Oct 27 2008, 01:19 PM']SSSSSSSSSSSSOLD!!! Can't wait..!! More Tracey Stuff!! Cheers Merton.... This guy has been an absolute pleasure to deal with, as i've asked a million and one questions about the amp, and he's always replied promptly with detail, and has been just a top guy throughout! Thankyou very much for the help mate, i'l be filling in you're feedback thread too!! Matt [/quote] Cheers Matt - just got your email re. cheque too so thanks for that too! Matt has also been a pleasure to do biz with, I think he was worried he was pissing me off with questions but I really do think when spending out on an amp you have the right to ask what you want! Top fella Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
overwater#1 Posted October 27, 2008 Share Posted October 27, 2008 [quote name='Merton' post='315789' date='Oct 27 2008, 01:30 PM']I really do think when spending out on an amp you have the right to ask what you want! Top fella [/quote] Really really appreciate it Mert, thanks!! Can't wait!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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