elliswasp Posted October 2, 2015 Share Posted October 2, 2015 Hey everyone it's been a while since I posted last but here goes. I'm looking to update and improve my rig with a new head and cabs. I'm going to audition the above mentioned brands tomorrow and I'm looking at the 800w class d models in both brands. Little mark 800/tube. TC bh800. What I'm looking for is any reviews with regards to durability and reliability And if any of you have used or own the TC bh800 Is the tone print something you use regularly or is it a gimmick that soon becomes tiresome and annoying? I'm also going to take a look at the TC rh750 as this has had some fantastic reviews also. Thanks in advance Mark. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xgsjx Posted October 2, 2015 Share Posted October 2, 2015 Is the BH800 800 watt or is it like the RH750 which is 236 watt? I'd try them all & get the one you prefer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elliswasp Posted October 2, 2015 Author Share Posted October 2, 2015 I'm going to try them both but it was more a case of how reliable they are and whether anybody had any experience with them and to my knowledge the RH 750 is 750 W or so it states on the websites how have you come to the conclusion that it's 236 w Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ern500evo Posted October 2, 2015 Share Posted October 2, 2015 (edited) [quote name='elliswasp' timestamp='1443778966' post='2877571'] RH 750 is 750 W or so it states on the websites how have you come to the conclusion that it's 236 w [/quote] Can of worms! All I can add to this is, I've had a RH750 and I never found it wanting for power in any of the situations I used it in. From on stage monitoring on big stages, to gigs in a 5 piece rock band with no PA support. I only sold mine as I wasn't really making the most of its feature set and I fancied a change to be honest. I'd have no qualms about going back to using one. I would ask yourself the same thing really, if you're not going to make use of its feature set ie the 3 memory functions, sweepable hi and lo mid, spectracomp, tubetone etc, if you're more of a set it and forget it type player who doesn't have the need to change sounds 'on the fly' then maybe the LM800/LMT800 would be a better option. Edited October 2, 2015 by ern500evo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LewisK1975 Posted October 2, 2015 Share Posted October 2, 2015 There's a long running thing about TC overstating their Wattage ratings. Regardless of what opinions are the RH750 has a lot of fans and I for one would't be too deterred (the RH750 is certainly an amp I'd like to have in my arsenal!) The best advice is to try them all and see what sounds best to your ear. Helpful if you're able to use your own bass and cab too. When I went to Bass Direct to do something similar earlier this year I did that and they were fine with it. (did ask up front mind) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xgsjx Posted October 2, 2015 Share Posted October 2, 2015 TC amps were tested over on TalkBass & they use a 236w power section in the RH series. This is also worth a read... http://basschat.co.uk/topic/235100-tc-electronic-is-definately-better-than-markbass/page__hl__markbass%20tc Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Woodinblack Posted October 2, 2015 Share Posted October 2, 2015 There is quite a section on how they do their ratings here http://service.tcgroup.tc/media/tc-electronic-power-rating-and-active-power-management.pdf which focuses on the 450, but probably also covers the 750. Does show they are matching the stated figures though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elliswasp Posted October 2, 2015 Author Share Posted October 2, 2015 Well I'm not overly fussed on the 750 anyway it's bh800 I'm looking at and the little mark 800 tube tomorrow and as I said I'm looking for people's views on reliability as my current rig which is Ashdown has served me flawlessly for five years and has been bullet proof even in direct sunlight. I'm just finding I'm in need of more power as the Ashdown seems lacking for a 600w head and as we are now playing more outdoor events and larger venues it seemed the right time to upgrade. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xgsjx Posted October 2, 2015 Share Posted October 2, 2015 That might be down to your cabs. Watts don't = volume, that's decibel's job. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elliswasp Posted October 2, 2015 Author Share Posted October 2, 2015 Yes I know that's why I'm changing the whole rig on just the amp I'm looking at cab from both brands too but heads tend to be the part that break down I e overheating and such. And as they are class d solid state so I'm just wondering about there reliability. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xgsjx Posted October 2, 2015 Share Posted October 2, 2015 I've had Markbass & had no issues at all during the 6 years I had them. Not heard of any reliability with TC either. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elliswasp Posted October 2, 2015 Author Share Posted October 2, 2015 Thanks that's good to know both amps have a lot going for them so it's going to be down to personal taste now really. I'm taking my current rig with me as a benchmark so I won't be going in blind. And as mentioned earlier I will see just how loud these amps are as I have mine to compare it's then just a case of finding the right cabs to go with the head I choose. I think it's gonna be a long day. But a lot of fun. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lojo Posted October 2, 2015 Share Posted October 2, 2015 Ive been using markbass for a number of years now , but I did have a TC rig around 2009 , both are fantastic, you cant really go wrong with either IMO Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nightsun Posted October 2, 2015 Share Posted October 2, 2015 I've had the TC Classic 450, and now use the BH800 as my gigging head, with a BH250 as backup. I tend to set and forget the settings on the head, never had a problem with it. It's sits and makes a noise, a very loud noise if you want. As for the tone-prints, I have the compressor always on TP1 and then swap in out TP2 if I fancy a change of sound. Never tried it mid gig though. The foot switch is nice and sturdy and pretty much a necessity if you want to switch between tone prints. Any other questions ask away. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elliswasp Posted October 2, 2015 Author Share Posted October 2, 2015 Cheers guys it's good too know that I'm looking in the right place and more volume is a must as my Ashdown seems lacking. But more bottom end is also going to be needed as I'm playing more outdoor and large venues. And my current rig just gets lost. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Woodinblack Posted October 2, 2015 Share Posted October 2, 2015 I just have the TC cab, but I must admit that I don't really use the toneprints. Maybe I should try using them a bit more, but I go through a Zoom B3 and a Harkte bass attack, so no real need Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Muzz Posted October 2, 2015 Share Posted October 2, 2015 (edited) I've owned (and gigged fairly extensively) a TC Classic 450, a RH450, LMIIs and IIIs, and the MB combo/extension, and I've never even considered reliability - they just work. Edited October 2, 2015 by Muzz Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
nightsun Posted October 2, 2015 Share Posted October 2, 2015 Yep I get my base sound on the amp and then use the zoom if I want to experiment. I have a RS210 and a RS212 and there is plenty of bottom end using a Fender Precision Hot-Rod PJ. A nice amount of zing as well if I dial it in. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raslee Posted October 2, 2015 Share Posted October 2, 2015 Been running a Markbass LMT800 most weekends for the last two years, weddings & functions- great piece of kit and very reliable considering I've dropped mine a few times. I've owned loads of amps and I wasn't even a Markbass fan but this one has taken me by surprise and I cannot fault it 😃 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elliswasp Posted October 2, 2015 Author Share Posted October 2, 2015 Cheers for all your contributions I'll let you all know how I get on tomorrow Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elliswasp Posted October 3, 2015 Author Share Posted October 3, 2015 Well guys I went I looked and I compared and all I can say is wow. Both amp and cab combinations were great. But the littlemark tube800 won me over and the traveler cabs just amazing I can only assume they fill those damn things will helium or something because I cannot understand how they get that power handling from something that compact and light. So I have gone for the 210 cab and the 115 cab in the traveler range and the littlemark tube 800. Now I've got to try and sell my Ashdown rig. Wish me luck. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xgsjx Posted October 4, 2015 Share Posted October 4, 2015 Congrats on the new rig. I'd have went for 2 identical cabs, but if you're mainly playing larger venues & outdoor gigs, then you're gonna have PA to put your sound to the audience. You shouldn't have any probs shifting the Ashdown on here. Oh, & as for the new rig... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elliswasp Posted October 5, 2015 Author Share Posted October 5, 2015 I'll put some pics up soon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elliswasp Posted October 5, 2015 Author Share Posted October 5, 2015 This is my old rig and she's already sold. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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