Phil_bassman Posted March 21, 2021 Share Posted March 21, 2021 Hello People I need help on choosing my next bass amp. I have previously posted about my Trace Elliot SMX GP12 having problems on this forum, well after three fixes and back and fourth to an amp tech. The amp gave out again today at band practise. So now as much as I love the amp and the sound it gives me, i think it's time to let go and move on. Only problem is I'm not sure which amp or manufacture to go with and where its not going to be burning a hole (too much) in my pocket. I need an amp that gives me a punchy bass and treble sound that I got from the Trace Elliot Pre Shape, my sound is a mix between Mark King and Marcus Miller. Bass with enough punch and treble so you can hear every string being hit. Few things i will miss from the Trace is the Graphic EQ, built in compression and the EQ balance mix. The EQ balance mix is such a great tool for when cutting through certain frequencies more when you are playing venues with not so great acoustics. So if theres any amps out there that people have had experience with which would give me the same qualities as my Trace Elliott than any suggestions would be most appreciated. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ezbass Posted March 21, 2021 Share Posted March 21, 2021 Why not continue with the TE legacy and go Ashdown? 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
naxos10 Posted March 21, 2021 Share Posted March 21, 2021 +1👍 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BassBunny Posted March 21, 2021 Share Posted March 21, 2021 +2. Or get your Trace repaired by Ashdown. They are offering service and repair on TE amps now. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BoomTing Posted March 21, 2021 Share Posted March 21, 2021 (edited) These are new re-release from Ashdown. No comp or EQ balance (but You can do by sliding all to suit) but closest thing to original TE https://ashdownmusic.com/collections/heads/products/ashdown-12-band-600 Edited March 21, 2021 by BoomTing Spelling Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheGreek Posted March 21, 2021 Share Posted March 21, 2021 Ashdown provide the best Customer service on the planet and they're built by craftsmen in the UK at very reasonable prices. Can't ask for much more - my next new amp will be an Ashdown. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BassBunny Posted March 21, 2021 Share Posted March 21, 2021 1 hour ago, BoomTing said: These are new re-release from Ashdown. No comp or EQ balance (but You can do by sliding all to suit) but closest thing to original TE https://ashdownmusic.com/collections/heads/products/ashdown-12-band-600 And there's one FS down below. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Deedee Posted March 21, 2021 Share Posted March 21, 2021 (edited) Sorry to hear your SMX is broken again. There are pedals you can buy with the ‘Tilt’ function to replicate the EQ Balance. The Helix HXFX has one too. EDIT - Or you could try to find a SMX pedal, although for not much more you could probably buy another SMX head. Edited March 21, 2021 by Deedee Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chienmortbb Posted March 22, 2021 Share Posted March 22, 2021 16 hours ago, BoomTing said: These are new re-release from Ashdown. No comp or EQ balance (but You can do by sliding all to suit) but closest thing to original TE https://ashdownmusic.com/collections/heads/products/ashdown-12-band-600 Do the do it in Black and Green?😉 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BassAdder60 Posted March 22, 2021 Share Posted March 22, 2021 I’m sure the custom shop would !! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Skybone Posted March 22, 2021 Share Posted March 22, 2021 On 21/03/2021 at 18:30, BassBunny said: And there's one FS down below. Ashdown 12 band - latest model - brand new! - Amps and Cabs For Sale - Basschat Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BassmanPaul Posted March 23, 2021 Share Posted March 23, 2021 Mesa TT800 would be my choice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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