Riroon Posted January 1, 2010 Share Posted January 1, 2010 Hey guys-- Riroon here. I was on the boards (pretty active) until about 3 years ago until my health went south in a severe way. Back then, I was known as BOTTLE12AM. Not sure if it rings a bell to anyone... Anyway, I'm about to ask one of those questions that made everybody squirm way back then. Please don't sling too many arrows my way, but WHAT KIND OF AMP SHOULD I BUY?? Back when I was an active Lowdowner, I had a sweet Ampeg mini-fridge driven by a GK800. Unfortunately, I sold it for medical bills two years ago. I'm ready to get back into the game and I need me a backline! I've been out the loop for so long, I'm not too sure what new tech is out there, what old names got moved to China, etc. PERAMETERS: Under $1000 new Head/Cab or Combo okay Needs to fill a room of 50-300 Live sound is where it's at; I have a recording setup already Love the mids, Jaco'esque tones. I don't 'Drop D' or play the five-string. Occasional slapper, but for the most part I head for the middle of the neck and go fingerstyle. My weapons of choice are my MusicMan (fretted) and Carvin (fretless). Hope that helps. Sorry for any screams this question may have produced. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seamy ALB Posted January 1, 2010 Share Posted January 1, 2010 Hey Riroon, I remember you!! Has it really been 3 years? Glad to hear your well again. I haven't looked at amp stuff in at least 3 years but I currently do have a GK + Ampeg setup similar to what you had and it is the business!! Good luck on your search!! http://www.facebook.com/pages/A-Little-Bitter/185235472447 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kenfxj Posted January 1, 2010 Share Posted January 1, 2010 Good to have you back! Hope you're feeling better. Push the button Frank. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WCriley Posted January 1, 2010 Share Posted January 1, 2010 Welcome back, Bottle. I spend my free time reading the old posts and I've read many of yours. (I started reading as far back as what still exists and I'm currently up to Jan of 07.) I'm sure others will make the same suggestion, but look on the used market...you'll get more bang for your buck. There's a thread here where people have been listing their current rigs. It might be helpful to know what other people are using. If you liked the GK 800RB, look into a GK 1001RB. I have one and really like it. And there are a lot of used GK 800s out there used. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cthulhu Fhtagn Posted January 1, 2010 Share Posted January 1, 2010 So, why start over? I'm sure the web geeks would have found your original log on and stuff. But then, a couple of us changed at least our nicks in the last couple of years. No help on the cab, but I can welcome you back. Ph'nglui mglw'nafh Cthulhu R'lyeh wgah'nagl fhtagn Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul K Posted January 2, 2010 Share Posted January 2, 2010 Bang for the buck? Methinks this one: http://cgi.ebay.com/CARVIN-BR515N-1x15-500W-Bass-Amp-Amplifier-Combo-N_W0QQitemZ400094484430QQcmdZViewItemQQptZLH_DefaultDomain_0?hash=item5d277d57ce Add another cab as needed, even take the head out if you want. Welcome home. Things are just the way they are, and they're only going to get worse. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jlrush Posted January 2, 2010 Share Posted January 2, 2010 Welcome back Mel(Riroon), it's good to 'see' you. I hope your health problems are history my friend. I was in the market for a rig last year and was looking at light weight amps and 2x10 cabs. I would have spent $1300 new for Markbass, Eden, or Genz Benz. I decided to go to a Genz Benz 200W 1x15 Combo. It does well most anywhere and cost me $540 new. It handles my 5 string just fine too. It's good to have you back. Visit my band's new web site. www.themojoroots.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fingertalkin Posted January 2, 2010 Share Posted January 2, 2010 +1 on the Genz Benz. I have the shuttle 6.0 and only use a SWR 2x10 and it has served me very well. I could add another cab if I needed though. How do you sign a computer screen? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Riroon Posted January 2, 2010 Author Share Posted January 2, 2010 Hey guys-- Thanks for the welcome back, guys! Ken, I had to laugh, I think that 'bass player's mount rushmore' came about from a thread I either started or was deep into. I think I kept a jpg of that pic stuck away somewhere. (Were you the talented photoshopper that did it up? I just remember digging on that pic). Would've kept the Bottle12am moniker, but long since lost the password, and it wasn't tied to any e-mail addresses I currently use. As I'm now at a point where I'm ready to get back on the scene, I'll be bothering you guys a lot more. I'm assuming the boards are as civil as they ever were? Now that I've caught up with technology, I can torture you with my tunage as well as my rants. If you guys care to dig, please check out '440 Hertz' on reverbnation.com. Probably my finest hour on bass (or 2 minutes, or whatever). The rest you can listen to at your own risk. P.S. -- Once again, thanks for the welcome back and all the suggestions. I do dig 2x10's when they can push, and can't say I wouldn't opt for another GK head. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Geoff Posted January 2, 2010 Share Posted January 2, 2010 I remember you too!!!! Go over to Talkbass & read about fEarful cabs. G. "When the power of love overcomes the love of power the World will know Peace": Jimi Hendrix http://www.soundclick.com/bands/default.cfm?bandID=738517&content=music The Geoff - blame Caevan!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ross Brown Posted January 2, 2010 Share Posted January 2, 2010 yep, we're still civil. "When I take a stroll down Jackass Lane it is usually to see someone that is already there" Mrs. Brown Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fingertalkin Posted January 2, 2010 Share Posted January 2, 2010 yep, we're still civil. for the most part..... How do you sign a computer screen? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davio Posted January 2, 2010 Share Posted January 2, 2010 yep, we're still civil. Careful who you include in that statement. I might take offense. Welcome back! Of course we remember one of our own! As far as gear goes...do a lot of reading and don't trust reviews too much. Several companies have been advancing the "mini head" thing for the last few years. I currently play a GK MB2-500 (3 lb. 12 oz., 350W @ 8Ohms/500W @ 4Ohms and gobs of GK goodness!). It fits in the laptop slot of the backpack I use to cary all my cables! However, the 1001RB-II is a pretty common workhorse that sounds great as well if you're not worried about weight and portability (it's not that big and heavy). Other noteworthy companies that are doing similar stuff with mini heads: Eden WTX500 Markbass specifically their Little Mark series and the F1 Carvin BX500 Euphonic Audio (pretty much any of their products) Acoustic Image (again, pretty much any of their products) Some less common mini heads: TecAmp Puma line Ashdown Little Giant TC Electronic I got to try their RH450 a few days ago at a friend's practice space and was pleasantly surprised. This is by no means exhaustive. Just a starting point for your own research. Also keep your eye out over here: TalkBass amp classifieds since a healthy portion of the people there are gear whores and change their gear more frequently than they change their underwear. A lot of what you'll find there is in great condition, barely used and at a much better price than buying new. If you're interested in building your own cab, here's a link to the "fEarful" wiki on TB. Any one of these cabs (designed by greenboy if you remember him from when he used to haunt this forum) could walk all over the majority of what's on the market. PM me if you want some of the reasons why or anything like that. I've been pretty active on the fEarful threads since the beginning. If I were starting over with a $1k budget and I didn't want to or wasn't able to build my own cabs, I'd watch TB and some stores like Bass Central, etc. to see what they have used. Right now (assuming it isn't just an old listing like much of the other stuff on their website), they have a used set of Eden 112XLTs for $300 (near the bottom of the page, it's the older series, before the D112XLT improved on the design). That's a screamin' deal! Call some of these stores and ask them what they have used at the moment. Many times they'll either cover shipping or work with you on the price just to move the product. I'd also probably keep an eye on TB for a good deal on a GK MB2-500...I've had considerable success with mine so far. Hope that helps and doesn't make your eyes cross. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
fingertalkin Posted January 2, 2010 Share Posted January 2, 2010 You can also check www.bassgear.com How do you sign a computer screen? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
picker Posted January 2, 2010 Share Posted January 2, 2010 yep, we're still civil. Careful who you include in that statement. I might take offense. Then there would be a "Civil War"? Always remember that you are unique. Just like everyone else. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tom Capasso Posted January 2, 2010 Share Posted January 2, 2010 Riroon - welcome back !! When budget is a concern, I usually think of GK. I haven't checked the used market, but lots of people bought SWR heads that were workhorses. I find that the cab colors tone, so I'd spend more time (and money) checking that out - used as well as new. Tom www.stoneflyrocks.com Acoustic Color Be practical as well as generous in your ideals. Keep your eyes on the stars and keep your feet on the ground. - Theodore Roosevelt Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Danzilla Posted January 4, 2010 Share Posted January 4, 2010 Welcome back, Bottle! Glad to see you still alive & kickin'. We're still civil here, unless you mention Dream Theater. Davio & the gang have covered a lot of my suggestions- Genz Benz, Ashdown, Carvin, Eden. I've also seen some of the Peavey Tour bass amps going for cheap. No personal experience, but read good reviews of them. Enjoy the hunt, and post pics when you make the final selection. "Am I enough of a freak to be worth paying to see?"- Separated Out (Marillion) NEW band Old band Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Phil W Posted January 4, 2010 Share Posted January 4, 2010 Welcome back! We were worried about you. I think there were a few posts about your absence back then. Good luck with the amp thing! http://philwbass.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
getz out Posted January 4, 2010 Share Posted January 4, 2010 Welcome back. I hope you are well. If I had $1,000 for a budget on a new, main rig, I would do this pairing: Gallien Krueger 700RBII Avatar B212 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Riroon Posted January 4, 2010 Author Share Posted January 4, 2010 Can't believe all you guys remember me... you don't know how that makes me feel! Anywho, I'm glad to see the GK's still have a good rep. I've blasted through a 400rb and 800rb, so that might wind up being my brain of choice...always been a fan of theirs. (Rev. Thanks for the heads up on the 2x12's, too.) Tempted on the SWR WorkingPro, though. Heard that one in action and did not dissappoint. Thanks for the advice and the long memories. My health might not ever be 100% again, but I'm having enough good new days to want to relive the good old days, if that makes sense. ..... P.S. -- looks like my assignment for the night is to type 'Dream Theater' in the search and see what I've really been missing. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paul K Posted January 4, 2010 Share Posted January 4, 2010 I don't remember you. Things are just the way they are, and they're only going to get worse. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
... Posted January 5, 2010 Share Posted January 5, 2010 Welcome back, man. I remember you and had been wondering what happened. Good to hear you appear to be on the mend. Welcome back. I hope you are well. If I had $1,000 for a budget on a new, main rig, I would do this pairing: Gallien Krueger 700RBII Avatar B212 Yes. That. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
_Sweet Willie_ Posted January 5, 2010 Share Posted January 5, 2010 P.S. -- looks like my assignment for the night is to type 'Dream Theater' in the search and see what I've really been missing. Ok, now that's pure comedy right there. Thank you for that. Peace. --SW spreadluv Fanboy? Why, yes! Nordstrand Pickups and Guitars. Messiaen knew how to parlay the funk. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Basshappi Posted January 5, 2010 Share Posted January 5, 2010 Hey Bottle (a.k.a. Riroon)! Good to hear that you have recovered and are back in the game. Of course we remember one of our own, glad to have you back with us! Cheers! Nothing is as it seems but everything is exactly what it is - B. Banzai Life is what happens while you are busy playing in bands. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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