Members jconway Posted August 25, 2007 Members Posted August 25, 2007 I want to start playing bass soon, hoping to buy one after Christmas. I know I want a Squier Vintage Modified '70s Jazz Bass, but I'm not sure about the amp. All I need is a small combo, nothing too big. I'm not sure if I'll ever be gigging with it, I'll probably be mostly playing at home since my main instrument is guitar. I would like something I could do at least bar gigs with. Here are some amps I'm looking at, let me know what you think. It would be nice to keep it under $200. 1. Nemesis N8http://www.musiciansfriend.com/product/Nemesis-N8-40W-1x8-Bass-Combo-Amp?sku=488215 2. Marshall MB15http://www.musiciansfriend.com/product/Marshall-MB15-Bass-Amp-Combo?sku=480303 3. Peavey Max 110http://www.musiciansfriend.com/product/Peavey-MAX-110-Bass-Combo?sku=481447 4. Crate BT25http://www.musiciansfriend.com/product/Crate-BT25-Bass-Combo-Amp?sku=487806
Members Markee Posted August 25, 2007 Members Posted August 25, 2007 You better plan on miking those amps as none of them are loud enough for gig purposes. Look for a Peavey TNT or an Ashdown 180 15. Check out craigslist.com in your area. If it were me I'd scratch out a couple jobs and get An Ampeg B100R
Members jconway Posted August 25, 2007 Author Members Posted August 25, 2007 You better plan on miking those amps as none of them are loud enough for gig purposes. Look for a Peavey TNT or an Ashdown 180 15. Check out craigslist.com in your area. If it were me I'd scratch out a couple jobs and get An Ampeg B100R How much is the Ashdown 180 15 used? I mostly likely won't be gigging with bass so maybe I'll just get the Nemesis listed above. Unless of course any of the other amps I listed are better.
Members Super Bass Posted August 25, 2007 Members Posted August 25, 2007 Ive got the Marshall MB15, great little amp for practicing. The compressor is pretty useful too.
Members bassred Posted August 25, 2007 Members Posted August 25, 2007 I like my Peavey basic 12 for home and small gigs.. It's a little sucker, but it kicks out some great sound, and plenty of it! If there is PA support, I could easily count on it to gig with, but I have a Yorkville BM200 I use for that...
Members Noise... Posted August 25, 2007 Members Posted August 25, 2007 I went for the same exact bass as you're planning on getting - and let me tell you, it's AMAZING. Not just "for the price," but it is really just a great instrument. As for the amp, I found an Ibanez SW35 barely used for $140. Great little amp that can get loud enough to practice with a drummer. It's not big enough for gigging - even small gigs, but it's bigger brother, the SW65 should do the job nicely. They go for about $220 or so new, so I can't imagine it being hard to find one for under $200 used. It's 65w with a 12" speaker. If I were you, I'd look around for one of those.
Members bassred Posted August 25, 2007 Members Posted August 25, 2007 That 'biger brother' sounds like the basic 12, 60 wtts with a 12. I swear mine has only gotten better sounding with age, and it can keep up with a drummer in most small situations..... With proper PA support to get your sound right for the mix, of course
Members Noise... Posted August 25, 2007 Members Posted August 25, 2007 That 'biger brother' sounds like the basic 12, 60 wtts with a 12. I swear mine has only gotten better sounding with age, and it can keep up with a drummer in most small situations..... With proper PA support to get your sound right for the mix, of course Yep. I got the 35w version just because I really don't need more wattage. I was really just looking for a small practice/recording rig and this Ibanez SW35 did the trick perfectly.
Members RIC N BACKER Posted August 25, 2007 Members Posted August 25, 2007 the Peavey Minx 110 is a great little 35 watt amp that is built like a tank/has great sound and can be played with a guitarist and drummer in a practice session at moderate volumes and still be heard well..... I got one in 1990 for like 129 bucks and still have it today. I keep it at my Brother in Laws house for when I go there to Jam. no problems keeping up with a 50W Fender Tube amp.
Members basschick22 Posted August 26, 2007 Members Posted August 26, 2007 If it's just for "at home" use, I would recommend one of the Roland Bass Cubes. I don't think it would do well by itself at a gig, but for home practicing, they would make a great amp.
Members bassman1956 Posted August 26, 2007 Members Posted August 26, 2007 If it's just for "at home" use, I would recommend one of the Roland Bass Cubes. I don't think it would do well by itself at a gig, but for home practicing, they would make a great amp. I was just going to say this... I've got the 30, great for in-the-house!
Members basschick22 Posted August 26, 2007 Members Posted August 26, 2007 I was just going to say this... I've got the 30, great for in-the-house! ...great minds think alike.
Members SB900LE Posted August 26, 2007 Members Posted August 26, 2007 Baby Benz: TranZamp B40 Bigger Babybenz: TranZamp B70
Members PrestiaRules Posted August 26, 2007 Members Posted August 26, 2007 +1 on the Peavey or Nemesis also those bass cubes are great!
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