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Any one used SWR amps?

eric@basshangout.com — Mon, 3 May 2010 10:50:04 CST

I haven't had a bass amp since I sold my SVT many years ago, but now I am being asked to audition for local bands so I figure I need a new amp. I want a small combo but the Ampegs I've listened to were not what I remember. I played through an SWR WorkingPro 12 and I liked it. Does anyone have any experience with them? Thanks

MarkBass.... Anyone Tried Them?

eric@basshangout.com — Tue, 16 Mar 2010 08:39:32 CST

Has anyne had any experience with MarkBass products? I noticed a couple amps that looked interesting to me. They have a Micro Bass, and a MiniMark combo amp. The Micro weighs less than 10 lb. Right now that is looking pretty good to me! I play every Tuesday night with a group of between 8 and 14 people in a Jam setting. Every week I drag my amp and Bass Guitar over there. I have three Bass amps: 1. Ampeg B3 (on wheels) 2. Ampeg BA115 3. Crate 25 Watt (The lightest of the bunch) Is MarkBass a good option or is there another small amp that works and sounds good?

Thinking of rebuilding my practice amp

eric@basshangout.com — Thu, 31 Dec 2009 20:09:31 CST

I have a new, primary bass amp in my GK Backline 210. I am thinking of gently disassembling my Johnson RepTone 15B practice amp. 15 watts through a 6.5" speaker. Not exactly loud, or booming with bottom end. I was checking out a web site, and specifically this project: http://diyaudioprojects.com/Speakers/Jordan-JX92S-Bass-Reflex/ It got me thinking I could do the same treatment to my RepTone. Why? To see if I can do it. I don't have to make an mods to the electronics of the RepTone. And I just might be able to coax some more bottom end out of the tiny speaker.

Which Pre-amp For Acoustic Pickups?

eric@basshangout.com — Wed, 30 Dec 2009 14:06:26 CST

I got some gift certificates to a well-known online retailer, and may invest in a better pre-amp for my upright, which has a bridge mounted pickup. Any recommendations?

What's a Fair Price for 70s Ampeg B-15 Portaflex?

eric@basshangout.com — Mon, 14 Dec 2009 07:11:35 CST

I have the opportunity to buy an early 1970s Ampeg B-15 Portaflex fliptop bass amp from the estate of a good friend's father. It seems to be in good but very used condition. I believe the speaker connection has been wired directly (I've heard that the original speaker connection was made via the latches when the head was flipped up). Otherwise it appears to be all original. I've played through the amp during a few 4-hour long big band gigs and it worked fine. Any idea of what an amp like this goes for?

Newbie to bass world, lookin for suggestions

eric@basshangout.com — Sun, 6 Dec 2009 21:24:56 CST

I just ordered an epiphone Thunderbird goth.. I read several reviews that said it was the best Bass under $500... Anyhow.. I have a GUITAR amp laying around here that a friend gave me.. it's like a fender sp.10 beginners amp... comes with the cheap beginners fender at walmart.. (geeze..) Will I be able to use that amp for a while, or do I need to right away buy a new amp? If I do, What kind is recommended say in the $150 range on the USED market? Thanks a ton! -Ray

Compressors with Upright Bass?

eric@basshangout.com — Sat, 5 Dec 2009 13:08:41 CST

Anyone use a compressor in live shows? or recording? I often play out with my wife, who sings and plays guitar. I bow some of the songs and there is such a change in sound levels and such over the course of a set that I feel that a compressor will help balance my sound behind hers.

What kind of mic do you like to use on you bass?

eric@basshangout.com — Thu, 26 Nov 2009 13:33:47 CST

Just curious....

What kind of pickup do you use on your upright?

eric@basshangout.com — Tue, 24 Nov 2009 08:16:09 CST

I've just added a David Gage Realist pickup to my Kay bass. There are a lot of different styles of pickups and I had a tough time deciding what would work best for this bass and my playing style (mostly old-time and bluegrass). What works (or doesn't work) for you? Dale

What kind of amp you got?

eric@basshangout.com — Fri, 20 Nov 2009 10:02:12 CST

I use a Fender Rumble 60, 60 watts. I really like it. Has a great sound and can get loud. [img]http://img3.musiciansfriend.com/dbase/pics/products/3/9/9/265399.jpg[/img] What do you use?