Members gonzobassman Posted September 3, 2008 Members Share Posted September 3, 2008 Anyone know much about Yorkville bass amps?I'm considering one thats in my price range,and Yorkie has a real good rep in the live sound forum.I've never owned one,and I like trying things I've never had.One of the reviews I read compared it to SWR SM500.That is another one I'm giving alot of consideration as well.Anyone with any "hands on" experience w/Yorkville? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Jazz Ad Posted September 3, 2008 Members Share Posted September 3, 2008 Yorkville doesn't make bass amps anymore.They now sell under the Traynor brand although they're still the same products. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members gonzobassman Posted September 3, 2008 Author Members Share Posted September 3, 2008 Saw one on Ebay,Jazz.Thats why I was asking.I've owned Traynor stuff.As I remember it was decent stuff.Never left me hanging. Thanx Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members terminalnation Posted September 3, 2008 Members Share Posted September 3, 2008 I just bought the XC808 cab, sounds pretty solid. Built like a tank. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members georgestrings Posted September 3, 2008 Members Share Posted September 3, 2008 I have an older Yorkie 115bloc cab that's pretty decent, and have played a couple of their amps that weren't bad... I sorta view them as Canada's "Peavey" - and I don't mean that in a bad way... - georgestrings Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members brake Posted September 3, 2008 Members Share Posted September 3, 2008 Yorkille is good stuff. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members mikgag Posted September 3, 2008 Members Share Posted September 3, 2008 I have the XS400. I swapped the pre tube for a old NOS tube. it makes me wet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members mlwarriner Posted September 3, 2008 Members Share Posted September 3, 2008 I have the XS400. I swapped the pre tube for a old NOS tube. it makes me wet. GTFO! :love: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members dwalmz Posted September 3, 2008 Members Share Posted September 3, 2008 XS800 owner here. Sweet sweet amp! The company has the best warranty in the business! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members frunobulax Posted September 3, 2008 Members Share Posted September 3, 2008 if you're interested in a Yorkville 400BH (amp), give me a shout. i've got one i don't use and i'll do a deal. it's a good workhorse amp with lots of power. i used a SansAmp with mine to give it a warmth it just doesn't have naturally (being SS) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members james on bass Posted September 3, 2008 Members Share Posted September 3, 2008 I've been using an XS800 the last couple years. Great amp!! Had the XC808 cabinet as well which was a fantastic cab. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members 1tallbassguy Posted September 3, 2008 Members Share Posted September 3, 2008 I've been using an XS800 the last couple years. Great amp!! Had the XC808 cabinet as well which was a fantastic cab. I have that rig in my living room.I use it for my practice amp.Its a really well made great sounding amp and cab.Very well built. The cab even has a recessed handle on the bottom which really helps load out. Good stuff. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members bassgirl9 Posted September 3, 2008 Members Share Posted September 3, 2008 You can literally throw them down a flight of stairs and they continue to work great. I have seen it happen. I wouldn't recommend it though, the stairs didn't fare too well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Renfield Posted September 3, 2008 Members Share Posted September 3, 2008 I have the XS400. I swapped the pre tube for a old NOS tube. it makes me wet. I put a GT ECC83S in my XS400H, pure bliss. I've owned or used practically everything of theirs in recent history, what model is it? What do you need to know in addition to what's been said so far? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members gonzobassman Posted September 3, 2008 Author Members Share Posted September 3, 2008 It is an XS400H that is just under what I'm looking to spend.You are aware that I'm looking at spares,Renfield.I saw this Yorkville,and figured I could learn more here.So,a worthy head! What would be a good price to give?Would you say better than SWR SM 500?{I've used SWR in the past,twice) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members bassred Posted September 3, 2008 Members Share Posted September 3, 2008 i use my BM200 at every gig! Besides the Transformer coming off it's mount (A little loc tite and camel snot fixed that 5 years ago) it's been a great amp, loud as hell for a 200 watt single 15 combo! I'd buy another one in a heart beat. Bought this one as a backup and when my main rig did die (5 nights a week beside the ocean will do that) it became my main one, and I love it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Renfield Posted September 3, 2008 Members Share Posted September 3, 2008 It is an XS400H that is just under what I'm looking to spend.You are aware that I'm looking at spares,Renfield.I saw this Yorkville,and figured I could learn more here.So,a worthy head! What would be a good price to give?Would you say better than SWR SM 500?{I've used SWR in the past,twice) Well, I will not speak of the SWR, I have put myself on a lifetime ban on using them now on account of them nearly killing me and 3 other people that I peronally know (4 different amps all melting down and electrocuting people, I was one of them). The XS400H is a great head, can get many tones out of it, solid as a rock. I've had mine since the first run, never an issue with it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members georgestrings Posted September 4, 2008 Members Share Posted September 4, 2008 You can literally throw them down a flight of stairs and they continue to work great. I have seen it happen. I wouldn't recommend it though, the stairs didn't fare too well. Like I said, Canada's "Peavey" - and again, I don't mean that in a bad way... - georgestrings Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members way2fat Posted September 4, 2008 Members Share Posted September 4, 2008 Good bang for the buck, excellent warranty. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members gonzobassman Posted September 4, 2008 Author Members Share Posted September 4, 2008 Latest develpoment.My nephew has a GK Backiline 600 head,and matching 4-10 cabinet less that 1 year old.They can be had for less than the MF price for the head.Cabinet could be rewired to 4 ohm load... Make a good spare? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members brake Posted September 4, 2008 Members Share Posted September 4, 2008 I've had mine since the first run I honestly can't remember how many times my amp has fallen down stairs or on to a parking lot or whatever...Nary a problem with it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members gonzobassman Posted September 4, 2008 Author Members Share Posted September 4, 2008 I may go with this GK set up,sell the 4-10,and just have the head as a spare.The Backline 600 has mixed reviews on MF.Iknow its not RB,but after I sell the speaker,I will have a minumal investment.Should make a decent spare. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members JeffBass Posted September 4, 2008 Members Share Posted September 4, 2008 A local club had all Yorkville PA equipment and it sounded great. Then they changed owners and a bigger PA was brought in that sucked compared to the more compact, powerful Yorkville. The Yorkie PA speakers were loud and clear but also smooth and easy on the ears. I have no experience with the Yorkie bass amps but Bassman's Traynor is a very cool all-tube head. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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