GK amps - New RB's or Classic 800?

[BigStrings]

Getting interested in buying a Gallien-Krueger Artist series amp. In researching the info, I find that some guys like the Classic 800 over the higher watt output 7001RB and 1001RB amps. When I check prices, I find that the 800 is more than the 7001 and around the same as the 1001. A friend of mine does sound contracts for big acts all over the state and he tells me that 9 times out of 10 the bass amp requested is the 800. To go along with that, a highly respected repair guy tells me that the 800 has a much better repair record than the newer
GK RB's. I've always been a guy who thinks more is better when it comes to RMS wattage output but in this case I'm not so sure. I think I'm starting to lean toward the 800 which I'm told has more than enough power to nicely drive my 15/6 EAW cab and my EV B-210 cab. Any thoughts or comments?

 

[TSanders]

I have a Gallien-Krueger endorsement and I play a 1001RB. The 800RB sounds great, but is basically geared to be a rock and roll amp. The 1001RB is very versatile. I have had several GK rigs ( combos, heads, and cabs ) and I have yet to have a problem. whatever you do dont make a desicion based on what your friend says or even what I say. Hit Guitar Center and buy what sounds best with you playing.

 

[Deaj]

The increased flexibility offered by the 700RB/1001RB alone makes this an easy choise. The 700RB and 1001RB will cop the tones offered by the 800RB but offer many shades in between. Being able to adjust the contour rather than having the two way switch allows for so many different voicings and makes it easier to adjust the amp to work in a wider variety of acoustic environments. The 800RB is a great amp no doubt but the 700RB/1001RB are definitely a notch above. This is, of course, just one's opinion. Your mileage may vary.

 

[Morrow]

I have been using a 400RB for years.I don't need that much volume and I love the tone. I have a number of different basses and it works with all of them. Also run a 150 MB for studio and practice. I originally bought it for my upright.