Delta Dirt
11 posts
Oct 29, 2009
4:49 PM
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Ok guys forgive me for asking this again but i have no one to turn to even my band is no help. I had my 25 year Bassman stolen recently and dont know what to get.Is the Double Trouble going to give me enough projection in average size clubs(dont get me talking square footage)?The band might get loud occasionally im certain i did with the Bassman.Or should i bite the bullet and be safe with something larger? It is a few bucks differance here gang.
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jbone
178 posts
Oct 29, 2009
5:35 PM
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you might see if you can find a peavey delta blues 210. really nice amp for harp and it has a speaker out so you could even run a bigger speaker cab.
i've never read any negatives about brian purdy's amps.
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wheezer
127 posts
Oct 29, 2009
5:40 PM
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I think the smaller the amp the better simply because it is easier to carry. As long as the amp is loud enough for you as a monitor you can mic. it up for out front.
I tried to lift a friends Peavey 50w, the one with the four speakers, the other day and that just confirmed my preference for the small amps
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Bb
94 posts
Oct 29, 2009
6:21 PM
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My band is LOUD. Conversations about stage volume control generally don't go over well. So I have a fairly large amp (Sonny Jr. Cruncher) so I can get over the band when I need to. The amp also sounds great at lower volumes so I figure it's a win-win. Sure, it would be ideal if the guys were more mature about dynamics and volume but it's still a pretty good band.
-Bob
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Cisco
30 posts
Oct 29, 2009
6:38 PM
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I prefer a full size amp that can handle the wattage needed and since I exercise regularly moving a good amp does not bother me - even at 59 years old and I'm a skinny dude! I now use the HarpGear HP50 1210 and I have an old 59 Bassman RI as a backup.
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bluesnut
110 posts
Oct 29, 2009
11:17 PM
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My SSJ410 gets the same kudos as Bb. The SuperSonny has more of the Chicago honk and projection. I find myself moving of to the side of the amp. This amp you can feel the sound. If our band wants to crank it up I am right with them.
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LittleJoeSamson
102 posts
Oct 30, 2009
1:00 AM
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That scrapes heels 'bout your having the Bassman rig skilfed! Many harpers swoon for the gear.
The Epiphone Valve Jr. is a current rig in favor for harp. Class A, and when mic'ed can be growling. Switch tubes from new Chinese junk to NIB NOS USA or Holland...Mullard or comparable quality.
The Fender Blues Jr. is another pop fave. Same simple mods for harp.
If you can find a classic 'suitcase' amp, or other vintage rides ( with valves ) at a decent price, go for it! [ course, once you get a tube beast, it will be an adventure to find the right mix of valves for your rig. ]
GOOD LUCK!
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Kingley
480 posts
Oct 30, 2009
1:08 AM
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If you're concerned about needing a bigger amp then I suggest either the HarpGear HG50 410, Sonny Jr Super Sonny 410,the Meteor or of course a Bassman LTD.
Any of those amps will cut the mustard.
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ZackPomerleau
417 posts
Oct 30, 2009
3:36 AM
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I can vouch for the HG50 410, it will DEFINITELY be enough.
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barbequebob
6 posts
Oct 30, 2009
7:30 AM
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Unless you have something like the Kinder AFB box, I find it's better to own one smaller size amp and one larger to suit the band or the gig you're playing.
I have two amps. One is a 1995 Pro Junior, which basically sounds more like 4-10 Tweed Bassman at 1/3 of the volume and I can play many more rooms where volume is not necessary and smaller amps tend to record better than a large amp does and I've used this amp on a number of recording sessions.
My other amp that I've owned since 1983 is a real 4-10 Bassman for venues or situations where a small amp, even when miked up, can get easily swallowed up.
Room acoustics play a huge role in what works because some rooms you may think need a small amp may not and vice versa. Whenever I go to place I've never played before, I bring both with me and once I get the feel of the room acoustics and get rebooked, I usually know right away what to bring.
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Sincerely,
Barbeque Bob Maglinte
Boston, MA
http://www.barbequebob.com
CD available at http://www.cdbqaby.com/cd/bbmaglinte
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