NasalFloss Posted February 29, 2020 Share Posted February 29, 2020 (edited) Hi guys, new poster here. I have the option of buying this https://www.gumtree.com/p/guitar-bass-amplifiers/line-6-lowdown-300-watt-bass-combo-/1366264610 which is 8years old, or https://www.andertons.co.uk/ashdown-mag-c115-300-evo-iii-bass-combo-300w-1-x-15 which is over twice the price, but is brand new and covered by a 3 year warranty. I can stretch to the Ashdown no problem. Is this a case of 'buy cheap, buy twice'? Thanks in advance for your input. I look forward to posting more and getting to know the community a bit better EDIT: I know there's a wide variety of amps available on eBay, but most of these are out of the question as they are collection only and I don't drive! Edited February 29, 2020 by NasalFloss Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hobbayne Posted February 29, 2020 Share Posted February 29, 2020 (edited) Is it just for home practice or are you playing live gigs? Edited February 29, 2020 by Hobbayne Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lozz196 Posted February 29, 2020 Share Posted February 29, 2020 (edited) I’m an Ashdown uber-fan so will always recommend their gear, it sounds great, it’s very hard wearing, they’re based in the UK and their customer service is very good, plus most of their gear can be fixed at Ashdown HQ. That said the Line 6 Amps get very favourable comments. What type of music do you play and what bass do you use, these are factors to take into account. Edited February 29, 2020 by Lozz196 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
hooky_lowdown Posted February 29, 2020 Share Posted February 29, 2020 I also am a fan of Ashdown gear. However the Line 6 offers a hella lot of bang for buck, lots of amp simulations and you can play about and programme your own, add a foot pedal and you can select a host of pre settings at your whim. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bertbass Posted February 29, 2020 Share Posted February 29, 2020 If it's lasted 8 years then I would have thought that anything that could go wrong with it would have already happened. I think it's safe to buy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NasalFloss Posted February 29, 2020 Author Share Posted February 29, 2020 22 minutes ago, Hobbayne said: Is it just for home practice or are you playing live gigs? I have a view to playing live gigs, plus I'm lucky enough to be able to play with some volume at home in my basement Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NasalFloss Posted February 29, 2020 Author Share Posted February 29, 2020 18 minutes ago, Lozz196 said: I’m an Ashdown uber-fan so will always recommend their gear, it sounds great, it’s very hard wearing, they’re based in the UK and their customer service is very good, plus most of their gear can be fixed at Ashdown HQ. That said the Line 6 Amps get very favourable comments. What type of music do you play and what bass do you use, these are factors to take into account. I'm not sure what my next music venture is going to be. I am a fan of funky stuff, think Jamiroquai and current use a Ray 34 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
uk_lefty Posted February 29, 2020 Share Posted February 29, 2020 I play a stingray through Ashdown, love the sound. Not an older line 6 amp fan myself but as others have said you're getting a lot for your money with it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lozz196 Posted February 29, 2020 Share Posted February 29, 2020 I’m currently using a Stingray, albeit only through my small Ashdown practice amp, but I like the combination of warmth of the Ashdown and the clinical punch of the Stingray. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elfrasho Posted February 29, 2020 Share Posted February 29, 2020 It's a tricky one, because I'd happily gig with both and the 2nd hand one will last. For me it's totally dependant on how important the extra dosh is to you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
la bam Posted February 29, 2020 Share Posted February 29, 2020 (edited) I've had the line 6 in the past. Decent for the money (about £400), but flippin awkward and heavy to move about. Also found it hard to get a decent cutting sound in the mix for some reason. It just seemed to miss something. But at £120 it's a steal. You could buy it and resell it for £200+. I'm an ashdown fan. But I never really got on with the mag stuff, yet when I hear others play them they sound great. Much sharper than the line 6. I think you'll be happy with either. More options on the line 6 if your playing at home too. (If I remember correctly - a tuner, presets, amp models, compression, chorus, drive, synth etc). Great value. Theres also some real bargains in the selling section on here at the moment. Be sure to take a look there as well. Edited February 29, 2020 by la bam Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gjones Posted February 29, 2020 Share Posted February 29, 2020 (edited) Having played regularly through that model of Line 6 bass combo, it is a very good sounding and loud amp. It is also heavy and awkward to carry. Having owned cheaper Ashdown combos in the past, they sound pretty good. The MAG won't be as heavy as the Line 6 and should have a speaker out, which will allow you to add another speaker cab, at a later date, to increase the volume you can get out of it. Either amp is good value. Edited February 29, 2020 by gjones Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ambient Posted February 29, 2020 Share Posted February 29, 2020 Buy new. Unless something is very new and relatively simple in design; the Line 6 doesn’t sound simple, therefore more to go wrong. Few things seem built to actually last nowadays. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NasalFloss Posted March 1, 2020 Author Share Posted March 1, 2020 (edited) Thanks everyone for your input! I decided to go for the Line 6 and I'm picking it up tomorrow morning. I figure if something goes wrong with it or I'm finding it too awkward I won't end up out of pocket too much, or can sell it on. However, disaster struck this evening and I somehow talked myself into purchasing a CV 60's Precision (b stock) with the money I would have 'saved'. Most unnecessary purchase of the last few years which has left me more out of pocket than if I'd just went for the more expensive Ashdown 🙄🙄🙄😳😳😳 Edited March 1, 2020 by NasalFloss Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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