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Post by gato on Jan 7, 2020 10:46:25 GMT -5
In the full band, two guitars, bass, drummer, two girl singers, I stack my two Fender Sidekick horn loaded cabs (JBL E-140's) and power them with a built-like-a-tank GK 800 RB .
For acoustic gigs (one guitar, one bass, the two girls) I go with a Carvin 1x15 combo.
What are y'all thumpin' with?
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Post by tmc on Jan 7, 2020 11:57:36 GMT -5
Most of the time I go light weight with a GK MB112II combo and a GK MBP115 powered cabinet. I do like my Genz-Benz Streamliner through an Avatar 2x12 cabinet, but it's just easier hauling the GK combos.
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Post by themaestro on Jan 7, 2020 14:18:59 GMT -5
I generally use two different rigs. However, all together I have 3 combos, 5 heads and 3 cabs.
The rock band gets a Genz Benz Shuttle 6.0 and an Avatar 2-12 cab. I usually have PA support.
The big band gets a Carvin MB210 combo. It is generally enough for gig, plus it fits into the trunk of my Mustang. If the room is really big with no PA support, I go with the Genz Benz Shuttle 6.0 and an Avatar 2-10 cab.
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Post by Laker on Jan 7, 2020 14:37:37 GMT -5
This is the main rig I use with either one or two cabinets depending on venue and sound requirements. From the top: Old Boss tuner and Line 6 G55 wireless Furman Power conditioner Aguilar DB 680 Preamp Crown K2 Power Amp Euphonic Audio VL210 speaker cabinets Attachments:
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Post by hushnel on Jan 7, 2020 15:00:21 GMT -5
Mostly the GB Shuttle 9.0 and the SWR GoLite 2X10 @ 400 watts. It’s just a hair shy of 45lbs. I have other cabinets that I can add if I need more power or a 15.
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Post by jeffscott on Jan 7, 2020 16:23:13 GMT -5
Aguilar Tone Hammer 500 and a pair of mirror-imaged custom LDS 1106 cabs.
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Post by babsobass on Jan 7, 2020 20:31:39 GMT -5
If it's with the (normally) acoustic duo I play with from time to time, its a Fender Rumble 100. For electric stuff it's a GK MB500 with two Avatar SB112s.
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Post by LTB on Jan 7, 2020 22:09:16 GMT -5
Mark Bass Little Ninja (Yes, it is "Puke" Green, but hey that is how I got it new at GC for 50% off $480)
2- GK 112-1 cabs with Eminence Kappalite 3012HO Neo’s I have one older GK cab given to me that I put an Older Kappa Pro LFA-2 15” speaker in it. I can use any one cab or any two together as needed. I built a midrange horn for frequencies 800hz-3800hz
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Post by Deleted on Jan 8, 2020 9:23:59 GMT -5
Fender Rumble 500 combo for the full band with drums (jazzers/swingers), Fender Rumble 100 for the acoustic band. I have enough gear to do more than I probably ever will again. I only gig about an average of 2-3/mo.
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Post by LTB on Jan 8, 2020 10:28:56 GMT -5
Fender Rumble 500 combo for the full band with drums (jazzers/swingers), Fender Rumble 100 for the acoustic band. I have enough gear to do more than I probably ever will again. I only gig about an average of 2-3/mo. Helped my cousin pick a bass amp within her budget. Got a Rumble 100 as it had the best tone for the money. BTW: I showed my family your Avatar photo and they think it looks like me LOL. Poor guy
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Post by nedmundo on Jan 8, 2020 17:08:39 GMT -5
During the last few years of my most recent band, the rig was supplied at most gigs. These were not high-end affairs, but at a club that supplied a rig, and private multi-band "mini-festivals" where someone always contributed a stage rig everyone used.
When I use mine, it's a G-K MB500 head through a G-K Neo112 cab. I have two of the Neo112s, but have only used both at one show.
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Post by windmill on Jan 8, 2020 20:21:26 GMT -5
Rumble 500 combo
it is enough for where we play
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Post by Bigfoot on Jan 8, 2020 22:15:06 GMT -5
Fender Rumble 500 Combo. if we're playing outside I run a line to the PA and I use it for a monitor. It's loud enough for outside as we are not too loud. But we get a better mix.
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Post by heynorm on Jan 8, 2020 23:35:07 GMT -5
My most frequent go-to is a GK Neo112 pushed either by an MB200 or MB500. Also have a Neo115, MB115, MB112 and MBP112, as options.
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Post by LTB on Jan 9, 2020 9:29:34 GMT -5
My most frequent go-to is a GK Neo112 pushed either by an MB200 or MB500. Also have a Neo115, MB115, MB112 and MBP112, as options. If you find yourself ever needing a speaker replacement in the GK 112 consider putting Eminence Kappalite 3012 HO’s. 450 watts (conservative RMS Wattage) vs. 300 watts RMS on the GK stock speaker. Longer cone excursion limits, very sensitive (higher perceived output per watt, and higher Xmas rating I had 2 of these cranked on an outdoor venue once and the drummer sitting 5 ft to my left said he felt the concussion from where he sat. Very good tone. Big improvement.
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Post by Laker on Jan 9, 2020 13:22:27 GMT -5
My rig for small, low volume gigs is an Eden WTX500 driving a TC Electronic RS210 cabinet using an old X2 wireless. I found the cabinet used (in like new condition) and picked it up for $100.
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Post by Fat Tony on Jan 10, 2020 23:24:37 GMT -5
We play a lot of small house parties or backyard gatherings, but we also play a few senior centers, etc as well as Veterans facilities and the occasional club.
90% of the time, I play direct into the small PA I take to the gigs. "Small parties" means less than 50 people, occasionally 75 people and a NYE with about 150. The "small PA" has two Yamaha DBR10 for mains...no stage monitors.
For the rare street gig or large club, I have an Ampeg SVT3Pro thru and Avatar B410. I also have a couple of Ampeg PF350....one mates with a Carvin 115MBE extension cabinet and the other one mates with a custom built 210 or an Eden EX112-4. I also have a small Carvin MB10 combo amp when I want or need more than the small PA.
And if you want to come to my place and jam awhile, I have 5 Fender guitar amps and 3 Vox guitar amps.
Did I mention two drum kits? And I do not play guitar or drums...I barely play bass adequately for this group I am in now.
Being a gear addict is a sad condition....
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Post by rwb on Jan 11, 2020 19:38:39 GMT -5
All Quilter for me. Bass Block 800 head, single 12" (infinite baffle) on top of a ported dual 10" cabinet. Total weight, 61 pounds, but in two cabs that are thin so very easy to carry the whole shebang in one trip. Still love my Mesa Walkabout but it's mostly for low volume or rehearsals now, although it can kick it loud if needed. Fab tone.
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Post by stevedallman on Jan 11, 2020 21:05:44 GMT -5
I use an Ampeg PF-800 and two Greenboy fEARful cabinets I built...a 12/6/1 and a 12 sub. If I use any pedals I just use an octave up and/or a simple bass distortion. For basses, I usually use a Line 6 Variax 5 string. Most of the time I use the Danelectro model and sometimes the Thunderbird model, and the Hagstrom 8 string model.
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Post by babsobass on Jan 11, 2020 22:51:36 GMT -5
I use an Ampeg PF-800 and two Greenboy fEARful cabinets I built...a 12/6/1 and a 12 sub. If I use any pedals I just use an octave up and/or a simple bass distortion. For basses, I usually use a Line 6 Variax 5 string. Most of the time I use the Danelectro model and sometimes the Thunderbird model, and the Hagstrom 8 string model. That combo of fEARfuls was always intrigued me. How do you like it? Is the 12/6/1 sufficient for most non-outdoor, non-big venue work?
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Post by vbass26 on Jan 21, 2020 8:12:23 GMT -5
Depending on the venue:
Fender Rumble 500 combo TC Electronic RH450 head Darkglass Microtubes 900 head Ampeg SVT-III Pro head TC Electronic 1-12 and 2-12 cabinets Mesa Boogie 6-10 cabinet Ampeg 4-10 cabinet Ampeg 1-15 cabinet Ampeg Rocket 100 combo
For most gigs it's either the Fender Rumble 500 combo or the Darkglass Microtubes 900 with the TC cabinets.
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Post by BluzLvr on Jan 22, 2020 11:12:44 GMT -5
My go-to is a Rumble 500C with the Rumble 112 cab. I have the 210 cab, as well, but (currently)like the 112 with it. That is subject to change, though.
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Post by oldfartbassplayrwalt on Jan 24, 2020 14:09:29 GMT -5
If its my once-a-year-substitute-in-a-bar-band, I've got an Ashdown Mag 300, with a second Ashdown cab, Klystron Mini (both 15s). A little heavy, 50 lbs apiece, but plenty of bottom, paired up with my J-Bass.
If its a praise service in our small chapel, my GK MB150E (at 28 lbs). 12" speaker does great, especially accompanying the piano and PA'ed guitar.
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Post by twangmeister on Feb 1, 2020 21:36:11 GMT -5
Acoustic Image Ten2 800watts RMS, two neo 10"s. around 30lbs.
Not like the self-indulgent days of my youth--a Sound City Bass 200 headand two D140-equipped Bassman 2x15s. Approximately 200 lbs.
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Post by daddy on Feb 5, 2020 19:14:55 GMT -5
Well, advice please, I play with some baby boomers, 1 guitar, drums, vocals and piano some outdoor engagements but useually indoors for over 50 TO active adults. Anyway my Hartke B60 (60 W) and Yorkvillle Bassmaster 100 (100 watt) are a bit weak - need more volume.Looking at, really leaning toward it, Hartke KB15 250 W RMS. I need something that is not too heavy. I have experience with and like Carvin (went to hell after he kids rook over), Hartke, Peavey and "70's Kustom. Not too worried about "tone" just need reliability; light er weight and not to many $$'s. Back in the day I used Carvin 1980's, Used a Traynor in "70's. As they say on Fox News, "What say you?"
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Post by Laker on Feb 6, 2020 14:20:02 GMT -5
Well, advice please, I play with some baby boomers, 1 guitar, drums, vocals and piano some outdoor engagements but useually indoors for over 50 TO active adults. Anyway my Hartke B60 (60 W) and Yorkvillle Bassmaster 100 (100 watt) are a bit weak - need more volume.Looking at, really leaning toward it, Hartke KB15 250 W RMS. I need something that is not too heavy. I have experience with and like Carvin (went to hell after he kids rook over), Hartke, Peavey and "70's Kustom. Not too worried about "tone" just need reliability; light er weight and not to many $$'s. Back in the day I used Carvin 1980's, Used a Traynor in "70's. As they say on Fox News, "What say you?" I really like the light weight of my TC Electronic 210 cabinet and it puts out a lot of sound for a small unit. My 500 watt Eden does run out of headroom if using in a bar atmosphere where everybody is really cranking on stage. Maybe The BH800 would perform better for me. A couple of bass playing friends both use Mark Bass cabinets and heads and are quite satisfied with their performance.
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Post by hushnel on Feb 6, 2020 15:50:00 GMT -5
There are a lot of good amps in the class D configuration that can get the head down to 4 to 6 pounds. A couple of Neo-tens in a cabinet, 38lbs, like my SWR golight Jr and can crank out 400 watts. Add another 8Ω cab and push 900 watts, using the GenzBenz Shuttle 9.0.
My ultra stealth rig is the Phil Jones Four by two. Small and I can power it with a battery for hours of use. I use it for un amplified acoustic gigs. It can hang with electric guitar too if not pushed to hard.
I used it last month at the Alafia River Rendezvous, wireless and stashed away in my split ash canoe basket. I forgot to apply electrical tape to the amps LED and the front singer/ acoustic guitar guy noticed the LED at about two hours into the music. He asked me what it was, anything developed after 1840 is not to be used, I just told him not to mess with my “Emotional Support Basket” he laughed and we played another hour. A few of my buddies listening knew what I was doing and told me it really sounded natural, nobody else had a clue. The whole wine tasting thing didn’t hurt “o) the guy who sponsored the party has a vineyard and everyone was there for dinner and wine tast.
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Post by morrow on Mar 7, 2020 14:56:24 GMT -5
Longtime GK fan but usually drag a GB 900 Streamliner out for gigs . I have a couple of Bergantino HDN cabs , a 112 and 210 so it's a nice modular rig . Most gigs I just run one cab , I usually deal with mid sized rooms , not going through the PA , but not overly loud bands . I gig in several lineups , mostly blues and roots music . One of these days I'll probably pick up the Berg Forte head , but I'm not in any rush . Quite happy with the modular rig , headroom to burn . I love the tone . Easily handles the rooms I'm usually playing in . Easy to lug in and out , I smile every time I pick up those little cabs .
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Post by LTB on Mar 9, 2020 23:03:50 GMT -5
We play a lot of small house parties or backyard gatherings, but we also play a few senior centers, etc as well as Veterans facilities and the occasional club. 90% of the time, I play direct into the small PA I take to the gigs. "Small parties" means less than 50 people, occasionally 75 people and a NYE with about 150. The "small PA" has two Yamaha DBR10 for mains...no stage monitors. For the rare street gig or large club, I have an Ampeg SVT3Pro thru and Avatar B410. I also have a couple of Ampeg PF350....one mates with a Carvin 115MBE extension cabinet and the other one mates with a custom built 210 or an Eden EX112-4. I also have a small Carvin MB10 combo amp when I want or need more than the small PA. And if you want to come to my place and jam awhile, I have 5 Fender guitar amps and 3 Vox guitar amps. Did I mention two drum kits? And I do not play guitar or drums...I barely play bass adequately for this group I am in now. Being a gear addict is a sad condition.... Fat Tony, I played a senior home through a small PA. I loved it where we could hear each instrument and not blowing everyones ears out. If I have my choice that is how I would like to play at lower volume levels but unfortunately a lot of drummers and guitarist play so loud I have to crank it up. I have a Genz Benz Streamliner 600 I played with but recently bought a 1000 watt RMS Markbass little Ninja amp so if we do play outside again I do not have to turn it up over 1/2 as I do not like driving amps up to 3/4 or full.
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Post by daddy on Oct 24, 2020 19:32:00 GMT -5
Well I ended up with a used Fender Rumble 100 ($200.0 plus a goody or two) It fits the bill, loud enough, LIGHTWEIGHT and I can go thru the PA if need be - I do like the other options, Orange, etc but out of my price range.
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