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Plastered P
Published on 12/26/05 at 11:23
150W solid-state amp. It is powerful, there's no question about it. One instrument jack input with active/passive switch. Two big, detented knobs: gain and master. I give it a 10 because it is really reliable for its price point.
UTILIZATION
Easy-to-use-amp. 7-band EQ (50Hz 100Hz 250Hz 500Hz 1.0Khz 2.0Khz 5.0Khz). A knob allows you to modify the influence of the equalizer on the overall sound and a switch allows you to turn on or off the EQ. Two pre-EQ switches correspond to two very typical sounds: A Warwick-like slap and a round, rock 'n' roll sound.
No user manual, but it's not necessary anyway. I give it a 10 because, unlike many combos, you can cut the influence of the preamp and benefit from the real sound of the bass.
SOUNDS
It suits any style of music: Very fat lows and highs that don't sound like cardboard, like on combos from Hartke, Swr, the small Ampeg. I have tried them all in rehearsal rooms. I have a 6-string Leduc and a Chapman Stick Bass and I think that, unlike the other combos mentioned above, it is relatively transparent. When you crank up the volume (7-8 to 10), the sound loses precision in the high end even if the lows remain fine. At normal volumes for concerts in bars, it stands out easily and fits all music styles. It really blows you away. I give it a 10 because I think this small trace elliot has a warmer and more organic sound than the new combos that have come out in this same price range.
OVERALL OPINION
I've had it for 5 years: I started out with a sh**** 4-string vantage but it was only after I had my leduc and my stick that this amp really showed its value. It is perfect for concerts in bars and other closed venues. It isn't really suited for bigger stages, but it has an XLR Di output on the front panel to connect it to any PA system.
It is relatively compact, very sturdy, and I added casters to make it easier to transport!!! When I bought it, I chose due to the reliability of the brand, but I have since tested a bunch of amps and have never found this roundness on combos at the same price point. Value for money: I think it's pretty good. A great amp for beginners.
UTILIZATION
Easy-to-use-amp. 7-band EQ (50Hz 100Hz 250Hz 500Hz 1.0Khz 2.0Khz 5.0Khz). A knob allows you to modify the influence of the equalizer on the overall sound and a switch allows you to turn on or off the EQ. Two pre-EQ switches correspond to two very typical sounds: A Warwick-like slap and a round, rock 'n' roll sound.
No user manual, but it's not necessary anyway. I give it a 10 because, unlike many combos, you can cut the influence of the preamp and benefit from the real sound of the bass.
SOUNDS
It suits any style of music: Very fat lows and highs that don't sound like cardboard, like on combos from Hartke, Swr, the small Ampeg. I have tried them all in rehearsal rooms. I have a 6-string Leduc and a Chapman Stick Bass and I think that, unlike the other combos mentioned above, it is relatively transparent. When you crank up the volume (7-8 to 10), the sound loses precision in the high end even if the lows remain fine. At normal volumes for concerts in bars, it stands out easily and fits all music styles. It really blows you away. I give it a 10 because I think this small trace elliot has a warmer and more organic sound than the new combos that have come out in this same price range.
OVERALL OPINION
I've had it for 5 years: I started out with a sh**** 4-string vantage but it was only after I had my leduc and my stick that this amp really showed its value. It is perfect for concerts in bars and other closed venues. It isn't really suited for bigger stages, but it has an XLR Di output on the front panel to connect it to any PA system.
It is relatively compact, very sturdy, and I added casters to make it easier to transport!!! When I bought it, I chose due to the reliability of the brand, but I have since tested a bunch of amps and have never found this roundness on combos at the same price point. Value for money: I think it's pretty good. A great amp for beginners.