AndyK Posted May 6, 2017 Share Posted May 6, 2017 Comrades, I have pretty much zero knowledge about bass amps, but my son and I agreed that his next music purchase should be a quality bass amp. Being an old traditionalist, I'm thinking Orange, Marshall, Ampeg... and there my knowledge runs out! He has a Musicman Stingray bass, so would like to get an amp of matching quality. When I had my Marshall JTM45, we put his bass through that, and he really liked the sound. Your recommendations would be much appreciated. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
surfpup Posted May 6, 2017 Share Posted May 6, 2017 How much volume is needed? I recently got one of these little PF-350 Ampeg heads and it sounds amazing with one of their 2-10 cabs. They make a 15" cab too. I got the 350 watt model, but they also make 500 and 800 watt versions. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndyK Posted May 6, 2017 Author Share Posted May 6, 2017 Thanks Surf, that looks pretty good. I'm sure 350-Watts would be enough. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tx-ogre Posted May 6, 2017 Share Posted May 6, 2017 I have an Ampeg PF-800 head with the matching PF-115HE cab and have been happy with it. I'm sure the 350 and 500 watt models would be good choices if you need less power. What's convenient with the PF models is that the top comes off. You can mount the head on one side and there is a handle on the other. If you need to carry it anywhere, you just flip the top until the head is inside the cab and secure it with the handle up. The head and cab together are about 55 lbs. and the cab comes with casters. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
surfpup Posted May 6, 2017 Share Posted May 6, 2017 Thanks Surf, that looks pretty good. I'm sure 350-Watts would be enough. Yeah, it rattles the house pretty good with just the little 2-10 cab I bought. I could add another cab and it would probably seem even louder on a stage if I needed to. Plus it has an XLR out if needed for a big PA show. This is the little cab I paired mine with. It's meant for the mini SVT head which is another cool option if you want something more traditional looking. The cab is a big underrated in power for the 350 head, but I don't need to turn it up that much and if I do I'll just add another cab as I mentioned above. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndyK Posted May 6, 2017 Author Share Posted May 6, 2017 For a kid who doesn't know much about amps, he sure has an eye for quality - he's spotted an Eden 500W valve amp and cab! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
glp2012 Posted May 6, 2017 Share Posted May 6, 2017 If you want old school, go with a Gallien Krueger 800RB and pair it with a 4X10 (Guild Hartke aluminum cone) and some type of 1X15 cabinet. For more modern stuff, I like the Tech 21 VT 500 and I'd pair it with a 2X10 and a 1X15. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AndyK Posted May 6, 2017 Author Share Posted May 6, 2017 Thank you, GLP. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaxson50 Posted May 6, 2017 Share Posted May 6, 2017 If you can find one of the Fender 400 PS go for it http://timeelect.com/400-histy.htm https://reverb.com/uk/item/496485-vintage-fender-400-ps-bass-guitar-amp-1970-s They double as wielding equipment Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dub-T-123 Posted May 6, 2017 Share Posted May 6, 2017 If you can find one of the Fender 400 PS go for it http://timeelect.com/400-histy.htm https://reverb.com/uk/item/496485-vintage-fender-400-ps-bass-guitar-amp-1970-s They double as wielding equipment There's one on reverb really close to me for $500 local pickup. I'm pretty tempted Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jaxson50 Posted May 7, 2017 Share Posted May 7, 2017 1494114554[/url]' post='1853660']There's one on reverb really close to me for $500 local pickup. I'm pretty tempted If it's in good condition I'd jump on it. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MrNylon Posted May 14, 2017 Share Posted May 14, 2017 The Markbass Mini CMD 121P / NY 121. 500 Watts @ 4 ohms. 300 Watts @ 8 ohms. A Combo, and Cab that pounds. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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