Amp Advice Please

[dandegeit]

I got the bug to play again in a bad way. Problem is I dont have a suitable amp to keep up with kit/other guitars.

I have a 92 2 band stingray and a new sterling HS. Two very different signals if you ask me.

I like the idea of a nice little mark cabinet but dont have the ability to try one out where I live. I need you expert opinons on what would work for a little jazz/blues trio if I can only have One AMP!

Something that is great live and at practice that wont break the bank. Although I dont plan on buying many amps just the one.

Thanks for your help

DANO

 

[Mobay45]

Get ready for the deluge of opinions.

Here's mine - MarkBass Combo. Should be able to dial in a good sound for any type of music.

 

[StevieStingray]

New Liskard?! I grew up in Sudbury!

Hell, if you can make it to Toronto, you're welcome to crash @ my place for a weekend and check out the 100's of amps available @ the dozens of shops here

 

[mynan]

My GK Neo 1001/212 combo just got delivered yesterday. Messed around with it a little on my lunch break today. Tons of tone. Tons of thump. Then I paired it with my Ampeg Classic 15 cab and things about started falling off the walls. I couldn't be happier.

 

[58super]

I second the Mark Bass combo. Club Bass in Toronto has them but give them a call to verify the models in stock before you come down. 416-538-1685

 

[dandegeit]

Thanks Guys

I travel alot to TO so ill give the markbass a try. I dont like taking the sterling out of the house too often but thats gonna change.

If any of you in the Toronto area know of good places to buy amps please let me know.

Thanks

DANO

 

[StevieStingray]

in Toronto, here are the places that come to mind:

Steve's music (i've been there recently and can confirm they have a large selection to try)

Long & McQuade (several locations, but the the one I linked to is closest to Steve's, and probably the biggest)

Twelth fret (a smaller selection of amps [but maybe the kind you're looking for] but a large selection of EB MMs!)

 

[timmy5strings]

Markbass is nice only its big bucks, but if you got it, go for it. I like the Ampeg BA 15" or the 2-10" combo, (not positve on the names). They are more affordable and worth every penny if you're on a budget. They will definitely keep up at 100 watts and there is a 220 watt version with some effects if you want more. They have a good sound and will definitely make your Balls roar. (pun intended)