Geronimo Posted November 9, 2002 Share Posted November 9, 2002 Hi there, I am thinking of picking up an Ampeg B-15R Diamond Blue for studio and small gigs. What's the consensus on price/value for this one. It is a little on the pricey side, but sure sounds smooth... Let me have it. Peace, Oliver Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mudbass Posted November 9, 2002 Share Posted November 9, 2002 One of my favorite Ampegs. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
57pbass Posted November 9, 2002 Share Posted November 9, 2002 Tough call - They are great sounding and have more features than the original but expensive. I see the originals for sale in the $500.00 range on a regular basis. You then obviously need to deal with old parts repairs and speaker condition etc... I use an old B 15 and loaded it with a 400 watt JBL - I know its a total electronic mismatch but its kills. I have not heard a side by side comparison so I cannot comment on the sound difference between the two. If you play bass you cannot go wrong with one of these amps in your collection of gear. www.danielprine.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jeremy c Posted November 9, 2002 Share Posted November 9, 2002 I had an original B-15 in the 60's. I sold it, it wasn't loud enough to use with a band. I've never missed it. The original amps have become prized as "studio amps for that warm sound". To me, they sound sort of too bassy, not enough clarity, but I guess that's what some people like in the studio. I've never used an amp in the studio, I always record direct. I think if I wanted an amp of this size I'd prefer one of the newer Ampeg models. Free download of my cd!. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
57pbass Posted November 9, 2002 Share Posted November 9, 2002 Jeremys makes a good point about volume. If you are up against a Twin or 1/2 stack forget it - you mentioned small gigs so you should be OK. I have used mine in a low volume band setting Drums,Gtr,Bass,keys and 2 vocals and it sounded great. www.danielprine.com Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
davebrownbass Posted November 9, 2002 Share Posted November 9, 2002 Wait a minute. Don't these new ones go up to eleven? That's one better than ten. "Let's raise the level of this conversation" -- Jeremy Cohen, in the Picasso Thread. Still spendin' that political capital far faster than I can earn it...stretched way out on a limb here and looking for a better interest rate. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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