Shambo Posted January 17, 2010 Share Posted January 17, 2010 (edited) I've recently dispensed with my (admittedly very nice) Ashdown 410 300w combo because it just wasn't practical. I live in a middle flat at the top of a tiny metal staircase and the size and weight of the thing meant it was a nightmare to move. Halfway down the stairs I've thought this thing is slipping and either gonna break, or more likely break me. Also I can't drive and, well it just wasn't happening. So it's sold... After perusing the lightweight cabs on offer, I've plumped for a Purple Chilli 112 cab. One should be with me in the next week or so, with the intention of purchasing another one later in the year. Here's the [url="http://www.purple-chili.com/bass-cabs/pcb112nt.htm"]blurb[/url]. It'll handle 300w RMS at 8 ohms. Question is... which lightweight head to power them with? I've done a little research and have a couple of products in mind, but must admit to being a little ignorant about amps. I thought it might be more interesting to open this question upto the forum, and with your help, hopefully avoid any costly schoolboy mistakes. I've recently been roped in with a group of MOR jazz noodlers. Not my first choice of music, but then again I'm a bit of a musical magpie. Music across all genres appeals to me, nothing's too broad or highbrow, so in the future I could be playing metal or country and western... who knows. I currently play a nice 2007 american S1 Jazz with no intention of changing anytime soon. At this afternoons rehersal I'll have to play through a 25w Laney practice amp that sounds like an incontinent dog on Boxing Day after being surrepticiously fed the kids brussel sprouts under the christmas table. I'd like to say money's no object... but I'm not a rich man. If somethings worth it though, things can be saved for. tl;dr? Your recommendations for a micro amp for two 300W @ 8ohms cabs please. Edited January 17, 2010 by Shambo Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
2x18 Posted January 17, 2010 Share Posted January 17, 2010 [quote name='Shambo' post='715576' date='Jan 17 2010, 12:14 PM']I've recently dispensed with my (admittedly very nice) Ashdown 410 300w combo because it just wasn't practical. I live in a middle flat at the top of a tiny metal staircase and the size and weight of the thing meant it was a nightmare to move. Halfway down the stairs I've thought this thing is slipping and either gonna break, or more likely break me. Also I can't drive and, well it just wasn't happening. So it's sold... After perusing the lightweight cabs on offer, I've plumped for a Purple Chilli 112 cab. One should be with me in the next week or so, with the intention of purchasing another one later in the year. Here's the [url="http://www.purple-chili.com/bass-cabs/pcb112nt.htm"]blurb[/url]. It'll handle 300w RMS at 8 ohms. Question is... which lightweight head to power them with? I've done a little research and have a couple of products in mind, but must admit to being a little ignorant about amps. I thought it might be more interesting to open this question upto the forum, and with your help, hopefully avoid any costly schoolboy mistakes. I've recently been roped in with a group of MOR jazz noodlers. Not my first choice of music, but then again I'm a bit of a musical magpie. Music across all genres appeals to me, nothing's too broad or highbrow, so in the future I could be playing metal or country and western... who knows. I currently play a nice 2007 american S1 Jazz with no intention of changing anytime soon. At this afternoons rehersal I'll have to play through a 25w Laney practice amp that sounds like an incontinent dog on Boxing Day after being surrepticiously fed the kids brussel sprouts under the christmas table. I'd like to say money's no object... but I'm not a rich man. If somethings worth it though, things can be saved for. tl;dr? Your recommendations for a micro amp for two 300W @ 8ohms cabs please.[/quote] From personal experience I can recommend the Markbass amps and if you can stretch to it the fabulous TC Rebelhead 450. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shambo Posted January 17, 2010 Author Share Posted January 17, 2010 Tha Markbass amps do seem to be a bit of an industry standard... but which one to go for? I'd like to get the most out of the cabs. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lapolpora Posted January 17, 2010 Share Posted January 17, 2010 By now an old favourite: GenzBenz Shuttle 6.0. Lovely amp. Ultralight but powerful. I just wish the fan noise was as small as the form factor. No problem for gigging but you wouldn't want to do a recording with this head in the room. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Musicman20 Posted January 17, 2010 Share Posted January 17, 2010 I suggest trying the Markbass Little Mark 2/3. If you can stretch any further, I also agree the TC RH450 is great. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shambo Posted January 17, 2010 Author Share Posted January 17, 2010 I am considering the Shuttle 6.0 especially as they keep cropping up on the used amps forum... I've no qualms about buying used. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pal1972 Posted January 17, 2010 Share Posted January 17, 2010 what about the EA micro?? nice and light, powerful, small...and did i mention i have one for sale!??? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shambo Posted January 17, 2010 Author Share Posted January 17, 2010 [quote name='pal1972' post='715605' date='Jan 17 2010, 12:34 PM']what about the EA micro?? nice and light, powerful, small...and did i mention i have one for sale!???[/quote] I did see your amp for sale. It seems to have only one speakon output though and I think I'm looking for something with two. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Shambo Posted January 17, 2010 Author Share Posted January 17, 2010 Oh and just to add, I don't need built in compression. I have a Demeter Compulator pedal that does that sort of thing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raggy Posted January 17, 2010 Share Posted January 17, 2010 I have been very happy with Markbass and Genz amps, and would be happy to buy either second hand. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pantherairsoft Posted January 17, 2010 Share Posted January 17, 2010 I'd obviously be a little biased, the MarkBass SA450 I'm selling would be perfect... Although in fairness, most of the MarkBass range seems to suit your needs! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
crez5150 Posted January 17, 2010 Share Posted January 17, 2010 I have a Gallien Krueger MB2 500w powering my Purple Chilli cabs.... and it's awesome! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
largo Posted January 17, 2010 Share Posted January 17, 2010 I'd second the Markbass SA450 pantherairsoft is selling. Very good price too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raggy Posted January 17, 2010 Share Posted January 17, 2010 [quote name='crez5150' post='715696' date='Jan 17 2010, 02:42 PM']I have a Gallien Krueger MB2 500w powering my Purple Chilli cabs.... and it's awesome![/quote] What are your first impressions on the cabs? (sorry for the thread hijack) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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