Elfrasho Posted March 28, 2023 Share Posted March 28, 2023 You've probably seen this kicking about the classifieds for a wee while for not alot of money. Over the weekend I decided just to take a punt on it. Got it delivered today. First impression is that its HEAVY. I don't think I've ever owned a combo this heavy. But.. it sounds tremendous. Had it in a rehearsal this evening with 2 guitarists playing rock covers and it more than easily handled it. Clear, defined, punchy but has incredible bottom end available with just a tweak of the EQ. The size and weight will probably mean this will only get whipped out when it's really necessary.. but for just over 100 quid, I highly doubt you could get a better giggable amp. Very happy with It.. so much so I'm tempted to hunt down a matching extension cab to get that wall of TE.. for this special occasions. 9 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Downunderwonder Posted March 28, 2023 Share Posted March 28, 2023 Looks even cleaner than advertised. Score. Mind out you don't break it playing with two guitarists. It will get louder up to about 4, so long as you don't have too much low end in the EQ. Low EQ sliders are there for cutting not boosting. If you RTFM it should say something along those lines, much like my later model. Adding another cab will give you a fright if you jump right in at 4. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fleabag Posted March 29, 2023 Share Posted March 29, 2023 Welcome to the club, and yes they weigh the same as Cornwall. Castors help. SMX300 GP12 2 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baloney Balderdash Posted March 30, 2023 Share Posted March 30, 2023 (edited) Congratulations. I miss my 1x 15" Trace Elliot GP7SM 130 W combo, that easily could compete with a loud rock band I played in at the time. Best I've ever sounded (I liked it back when I played though the Ampeg B-15S that I was stupid enough to sell at some point as well, much to my later regret, but a quite different beast, and honestly I personally still prefer the Trace tone). I think I might need to pick up a used Trace Elliot head soon. Edited March 30, 2023 by Baloney Balderdash Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
uk_lefty Posted March 30, 2023 Share Posted March 30, 2023 I love these combos. I was living in a second floor flat when I had mine and I sold it to @TheGreek so I know it went to a good home. Still my favourite sound though. Add an extension cab and you'll cause earthquakes. I just wish Ashdown could recreate that sound. 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baloney Balderdash Posted March 30, 2023 Share Posted March 30, 2023 (edited) Anyone knows how close the new Trace Elliot Transit B preamp that is supposed to recreate the original classic Trace tone actually gets to the real thing? Edited March 30, 2023 by Baloney Balderdash Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
martthebass Posted March 30, 2023 Share Posted March 30, 2023 On 28/03/2023 at 23:17, Elfrasho said: You've probably seen this kicking about the classifieds for a wee while for not alot of money. Over the weekend I decided just to take a punt on it. Got it delivered today. First impression is that its HEAVY. I don't think I've ever owned a combo this heavy. But.. it sounds tremendous. Had it in a rehearsal this evening with 2 guitarists playing rock covers and it more than easily handled it. Clear, defined, punchy but has incredible bottom end available with just a tweak of the EQ. The size and weight will probably mean this will only get whipped out when it's really necessary.. but for just over 100 quid, I highly doubt you could get a better giggable amp. Very happy with It.. so much so I'm tempted to hunt down a matching extension cab to get that wall of TE.. for this special occasions. I used these for years, I started with the 130W and then had a 150W. Loved them, eventually moved to MarkBass only because the Osmium/Iridium construction was destroying the suspension in my Pickup truck.... 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheGreek Posted March 30, 2023 Share Posted March 30, 2023 Trace Elliot is always going to be a good buy but people are starting to get wise on their real value. Getting hard to find those under £100 bargains - I'm sure that they're still out there but more of us chasing them now. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Minininjarob Posted April 2, 2023 Share Posted April 2, 2023 (edited) I have a friend who has a similar amp with the extension cab who may want to sell. Not sure if it’s the same model but man alive is it loud. EDIT - found a pic - if anyone is interested I’ll ask about it. He’s not an internet regular I don’t think. He really looks after stuff and it’s pretty much in brand new condition. Edited April 2, 2023 by Minininjarob Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elfrasho Posted April 2, 2023 Author Share Posted April 2, 2023 Buy that off your mate. That's an upgrade to your gk combo 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Minininjarob Posted April 2, 2023 Share Posted April 2, 2023 4 minutes ago, Elfrasho said: Buy that off your mate. That's an upgrade to your gk combo I really can’t use it, it’s too heavy for me where I need to use it. I have to store mine in a bedroom and move it between rooms in the house when I use it. I did borrow it for a few weeks but it just wasn’t practical. It’s a shame really. If I had a room downstairs to store/use it and only move it for a gig or something I’d have it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
E sharp Posted April 5, 2023 Share Posted April 5, 2023 Not quite the same, but still a Series 6 model. By chance I clicked on Facebook Marketplace early this morning , and this popped up for £120 - saying in the next town. Clicked on the ad, and it was in my village, about 30 houses down from me. Messaged there and then, and bought it when I got home. Last Trace gear I had was a Series 6 AH300 over 20 years ago. Wanted a Series 6 combo for rehearsals. Just the job 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elfrasho Posted April 5, 2023 Author Share Posted April 5, 2023 1 hour ago, E sharp said: Not quite the same, but still a Series 6 model. By chance I clicked on Facebook Marketplace early this morning , and this popped up for £120 - saying in the next town. Clicked on the ad, and it was in my village, about 30 houses down from me. Messaged there and then, and bought it when I got home. Last Trace gear I had was a Series 6 AH300 over 20 years ago. Wanted a Series 6 combo for rehearsals. Just the job That looks immaculate! I don't know the TE model history.. completely oblivious to TE up until i got this one. might need to do a bit of research as they're seems to be alot of variations out there! I've no clue as to whether mines or yours were low, mid or high range when new, or even the eras they were made! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
skidder652003 Posted April 6, 2023 Share Posted April 6, 2023 Awesome! Castors Calling!!! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lozz196 Posted April 6, 2023 Share Posted April 6, 2023 10 minutes ago, skidder652003 said: Awesome! Castors Calling!!! Wasn’t that a Clash b-side? 2 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elfrasho Posted April 7, 2023 Author Share Posted April 7, 2023 On 06/04/2023 at 07:40, skidder652003 said: Awesome! Castors Calling!!! Purchased! Thats a job for tomorrow! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MacDaddy Posted April 9, 2023 Share Posted April 9, 2023 I used to have to carry mine up 6 flights of stairs 🥵 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elfrasho Posted April 9, 2023 Author Share Posted April 9, 2023 41 minutes ago, MacDaddy said: I used to have to carry mine up 6 flights of stairs 🥵 I've just this second finished putting the casters on. Even manoeuvring it about my living room floor has knackered me out. Ha! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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