[quote:1c6iqc00]I'm still waiting for the release of the Peavey IPR 4500 (I've pre-ordered and paid). They keep moving back the release date and Peavey has told me that they're having component-pipeline problems, meaning that the manufacturers aren't producing enough parts for them to actually build the amps. But the thought of a 2ohm capable, 4500w, stereo power amp at 7lbs is pretty hard to resist. I'll rack it, with a tuner as well and use it for bigger gigs or outdoors as needed.
If you're playing a variety of music with different tonal settings, do look at cabs that are closer to 'flat' than otherwise. I have a Schroeder, and it's most definitely NOT flat sounding, so while its loud and they can be light, it may not fit all musical settings. Mine is often to brutal and mid-forward punchy for places where you're looking for a full, wide tone.[/quote:1c6iqc00]
I strayed away from the plx2 series of QSC amp because it's so light. I can't have it fail. At this point I don't have the ability to have backups. The RMX series weight is that of a normal amp but it also comes with tales of almost being Superman/amp. In a rack, tuner, power supply, midi synth(in the works), wireless unit(also in the future), and maybe an eventide rack unit or a echoplex looper that shouldn't be that difficult to carry. I would like it to be feather light but today I'll sacrifice for reliability.
What do you mean by flat? I think of big speakers 15's with no horns. I don't particularly want the
Modern/HiFi sound... I like the bass to be felt just as it is heard. Also I can get help from Schroedger. He is the one that I have talked to that was most knowledgeable about cabs, and what I was using currently, yet I do know that he owns a company and wants people to play his stuff.
What do you think of the BMF Triad 10, 12, 15 in it. Has it all, if it's loud and deep then I like the Idea. I have always used 4x10's sometimes with a 15".
People have been telling me about 12" cabs as being responsive like 10" punchy, and can get the low tones like 15".
In a perfect world I'd have pair of bagend 18" and a 2 or 4x10. But I have space concerns and weight concerns.
Money is always an issue cause I am playing music as my main source of income and I've got bills, and invest in the band. When I buy something I usually work with companies that will work directly with musicians. I've been really lucky and have made some awesome connections. On the flip side I have had more gear stolen than a Guitar Center(just feels like that...Karma?). Between Basses, Pedal boards, and amps I have less gear now than ever and we are playing more in front of new audiences witch is great, but I feel like a Dr. Really don't have many solidly booked dates to post and promote but some how we are being asked and offered positive gigs. Tell me where to play and I'm there. This attitude has forced us to cut way back on the amount of local gigs we play(sucks because the bars keep giving us more money to play) can't keep a loyal following if we are playing every couple of days, then we morph into a cover band to keep people into the music and help the bar keep filled and become that cover band at such and such they were good who were they?
I would like to have my amp(I'm good, but I know an Alembic endorsed artist and swears the F2B has a better tone, and stereo bass w/ effects would be so cool IMO.) and Cabinet squared away as soon as possible because I'm basically just waiting for the word or phone call that says be there(some festival or band playing multiple nights w/ campers) next (day in future) and we'll be opening for someone or playing a late night when the music stops and people are looking for more than DJ's.
Last week we got notice to late but were asked to open for Steve Kimock at Further in Northern California. That would have been fine big PA, but other festivals we have to become Jedi's and create our own stage. Phish Festival 8 Indio,CA we Set up and played 2 of the three nights(5 and a half hours straight) lead to new people hearing us play and offers of money to play the third night, and spread across the country promises... if you are in this area i'll help you book a venue and promote the hell out of it.
I'm totally off topic but we are young. As far as our connections and knowledge about the music industry as artists. We will be playiing festivals and shows to gain larger audiences and hopefully new fans(so far it has worked great and been good positive reinforcement that following my heart isn't going to lead to failure). I want to sound like Thunder and be as delicate as snow falling. I'm satisfied with what I have now but just like my musical abilities I know I could get a better sound and I know will have to... if we continue to play for larger and larger groups.
Burning Skies I'm guessing but do you play reggae? If so you probably know what tone I'm thinking I want. Super deep thick lows, clear highs that will be filling and pleasurable(warm and inviting), and must respond to fast combinations of notes and playing from low energy ambience to intense structured grooves and punches with out muddying it up.
Any advice? One problem I'm almost certain to buy a CAB blind, no real great bass shops close. I'm three and a half hours away from were I bought my bass, where I get strings, and try to support when if he's got something I want.
Ok Sorry for the rants and raves..... and Thanks