EBS_freak Posted February 14, 2018 Share Posted February 14, 2018 RH450 and heft. Choose 1. 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wateroftyne Posted February 14, 2018 Author Share Posted February 14, 2018 So yes, anyway - this was today... The songs are coming together, so I had a bit of time to do some A/B-ing. Basically, as they have the same pre, the characteristics are the same - the richness & clarity. But the WB-100 is bigger and 'bloomier', whereas the R-400 is more focussed. So no surprises there, then... 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EBS_freak Posted February 14, 2018 Share Posted February 14, 2018 So which do you prefer? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wateroftyne Posted February 14, 2018 Author Share Posted February 14, 2018 ^^^ actually, the gain settings on the above photo tells a story. Both were set to pretty much the same volume - the output on the WB-100 is maxxed (as Leszek suggested) but as you can see, the input is barely ticking over. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EBS_freak Posted February 14, 2018 Share Posted February 14, 2018 Just now, wateroftyne said: ^^^ actually, the gain settings on the above photo tells a story. Both were set to pretty much the same volume - the output on the WB-100 is maxxed (as Leszek suggested) but as you can see, the input is barely ticking over. So defo a speaker killer if you forget to kill the output before you pull the jack... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wateroftyne Posted February 14, 2018 Author Share Posted February 14, 2018 Just now, EBS_freak said: So which do you prefer? Oof... too early to say. I know I'd be happy with either. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wateroftyne Posted February 14, 2018 Author Share Posted February 14, 2018 Just now, EBS_freak said: So defo a speaker killer if you forget to kill the output before you pull the jack... Yeah... I guess it would be! I just a mute-y cable, so I don't think about it. ...until the mute mechanism fails. ha ha. TBH, I'm going to dial the output back tomorrow, and it the input harder. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Musicman20 Posted February 15, 2018 Share Posted February 15, 2018 I do wonder why these haven't been picked up by a store in the UK....I know it's specialist, but still.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EBS_freak Posted February 15, 2018 Share Posted February 15, 2018 Just now, Musicman20 said: I do wonder why these haven't been picked up by a store in the UK....I know it's specialist, but still.. I dont know what his throughput is like... not being able to supply has crippled many a small business. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JapanAxe Posted February 15, 2018 Share Posted February 15, 2018 On 2/14/2018 at 17:36, wateroftyne said: TBH, I'm going to dial the output back tomorrow, and it the input harder. And the result? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wateroftyne Posted February 15, 2018 Author Share Posted February 15, 2018 Ahh... I knew I was going to do something today. Today was pretty intense, so I didn't really have much time to think. I used the R-400 all day, as it's what was left plugged in last night. They're both going with me this weekend, so I'll have a bit mess around with it at the soundcheck tomorrow night. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wateroftyne Posted February 16, 2018 Author Share Posted February 16, 2018 Well, it's got the nod over the R-400 for this weekend... 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Woodinblack Posted February 16, 2018 Share Posted February 16, 2018 I would be so worried about falling off that 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
T-Bay Posted February 16, 2018 Share Posted February 16, 2018 That is quite a view, have fun. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Beer of the Bass Posted February 18, 2018 Share Posted February 18, 2018 Ooh, proper Hammond! I always like seeing those used live, as it seems to happen less and less often now. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lw. Posted February 19, 2018 Share Posted February 19, 2018 So how did it do? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wateroftyne Posted February 19, 2018 Author Share Posted February 19, 2018 1 hour ago, Lw. said: So how did it do? It's incredible. The R-400 became a backup for the weekend. I didn't have much - if any - in my monitor... I just cooked on backline, and the WB-100 was more than capable. Loads of clean volume. When it came to Video Killed the Radio Star, I picked up a plec, hit the bright switch and dug in, and it growled like a beast. On the soulier P-and-flats stuff, it was beautifully round. I honestly would be happy with the R-400, but somehow the WB sounds even bigger and richer, and it feels like a work of art. I'm trying to decide if it's overkill for my needs. But then it's still a one-hand lift. But I haven't got the cash anyway. It's overkill. I think. Isn't it? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phil_T Posted February 19, 2018 Share Posted February 19, 2018 if it's overkill for you playing sold-out arenas then what excuse have I got when I'm seriously considering getting one just for home practice?! 1 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Merton Posted February 19, 2018 Share Posted February 19, 2018 38 minutes ago, Phil_T said: if it's overkill for you playing sold-out arenas then what excuse have I got when I'm seriously considering getting one just for home practice?! Wot 'e sed! Also, if it's overkill for you, chuck it darn sarf..... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JapanAxe Posted February 19, 2018 Share Posted February 19, 2018 WANT! Or do I? OK I want to try one in the flesh so that I can either deflate the GAS or buy one on the spot. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Owen Posted February 19, 2018 Share Posted February 19, 2018 2 hours ago, wateroftyne said: I honestly would be happy with the R-400, but somehow the WB sounds even bigger and richer, and it feels like a work of art. WOT in 6 months time "I have an amp which is really nice, but I used to have an amp which was even better. " Time to sell something that you are hoarding to buy something you will use regularly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sratas Posted February 20, 2018 Share Posted February 20, 2018 Hello mr. WoT. I think that handbox should seriously consider to endorse you and give you the WB amp no money asked! i know you are spreading out the handbox name just because you are a great passionate and happen to like their amps, but it’ s an impressive showcase nonetheless. keep the spirit and the passion bro Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lw. Posted February 20, 2018 Share Posted February 20, 2018 Thanks for this WoT - very useful. I'll have to try & get on the list of one comes on a trial tour! It looks pretty damn good at that gig - almost the perfect set-up! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wateroftyne Posted February 20, 2018 Author Share Posted February 20, 2018 9 hours ago, sratas said: Hello mr. WoT. I think that handbox should seriously consider to endorse you and give you the WB amp no money asked! i know you are spreading out the handbox name just because you are a great passionate and happen to like their amps, but it’ s an impressive showcase nonetheless. keep the spirit and the passion bro Ha.. that would be nice. I doubt Leszek could take the hit of discounting or giving one away, and if he could, he'd probably be wise to save it for the big-hitters. But you've nailed it - I just love the amp(s) and I think they should have a higher profile*. There's not a lot of comparable kit out there. *See also TKS & Maruszczyk, who I've also previously shouted from the rooftops about :-) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Oldman Posted February 20, 2018 Share Posted February 20, 2018 Well, late to the party again, story of my life.... tsk tsk tsk, now what can I sell.... Bona Fide anyone...🤓 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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