I’ve owned my Bass since I was a teen and my old amp stopped working years ago, my bass has been sitting lonely for like 7 years. Just recently, I decided that maybe getting a new amp for my bass would be a great idea. I dont need anything serious, just something small so that I can practice in my room. I looked at the Fender Rumble 15, but there were some concerns about the volume distortion issue I read in reviews, so now I’m thinking of paying the extra 40 bucks to get this puppy. $140 ain’t bad for a good little practice amp, thanks for posting this review! Sounds good too 👍🏻
You comment "It's ok for what it is" is a bit critical. It's a practice amp. Designed to be a practice amp. I have this amp and is does what it is designed to do very well. Thank you
This amp is ballsy beyond words!! It definitely goes hand in hand with my Ibanez SR400EPBDX It’s not that I’m in a band etc…but no regrets with the purchase!!
I just did a video on how easy it is to upgrade the speaker (ua-cam.com/video/-alqpUu4zz8/v-deo.html). A speaker with a sensitivity rating of, say, 95 dB (about average -- probably close to the stock speaker) is not very efficient. Every 3 dB increase makes the amp seem like a doubling of watt power (NOT doubling of volume). The point being, a more efficient speaker would DEFINITELY be louder. And could be substantially louder.
I recently bought this amp. I've got one problem though. My headphones aren't working when plugged in (tried different ones and definitely put it in the right spot with an adapter). Do you have any idea what the problem could be?
If you run it through the PA, it would be fine. Or if it's not a super loud stage. But with a loud rock band or something, I think it may not be enough.
I think the amp/speaker matters the most. You need a guitar that has the base sound you want and every part of the signal chain adds up, but I think the amp/speaker is the final piece of the puzzle. But I could be wrong. Just my opinion!
Does the Contour button activate the equalizer? With the contour button 'OUT' you will hear only the plain sound of the bass?? Am I right? Edit: Or ... You can set equalization with B / M / T knobs and switching the contour on adds a little more tone / brightness to what you've set on the EQ.... well.. right??
The contour control kind of changes the midrange response, it seems. Either way, the tone controls all work with the contour button in or out. It does seem to add a little brightness with the contour button in.
Why would the Rumble 40 be better than Rumble 25? They are different amps used for different applications. Is 40 better than 25. NO! It's what's better for how/where you play.
@nicolethewitch7 rumble 40 has a line out so you can just directly connect the pa with it plus aux and better overdrive and is louder and infact you could use that with a drummer who doesn't play that loud
I've had a Rumble 40 for years. It's a great sounding amp, with deep bottom end, excellent tone controls, and amazing volume for a 40 watt bass amp. It loves the B string, and can easily be used for live use in a moderate volume band. It's my practice and small gig amp.
@@robertbennett6418 I was asking overall and didn't know still what I needed or what is for what so my bad. Now I have Behringer ultrabass bx600 from a friend,still looking to buy my own soo if u have any suggestions..i play lots of genres..at home,mostly indie, jazz,rock and sometimes metal,planning on smaller stage gigs and pubs, music like rhcp,zz top,boa,pearl jam..
Yes, but may not have the "standard" EQ curve of a guitar amplifier. You may like it, though! It's not uncommon for guitarists to play through bass amps.
The room/building that I was in tends to be a bit noisy. "Dirty" electricity. But then again, turning up the treble on any audio signal would also up any high frequency noise. It's just what happens.
i have a question: if i get this amp and i m performing live on a stage, can i connect it into a mixer for a boost if power? and does it affect the sound clarity?
There's no DI, but you can certainly mic the amp to run into a PA. Then you would get as much power as needed and as clear as the amp is. Hope this helps!
@rubano_69 With a band with an actual drummer, unless you're mic'ing it up, I'd want something with rather more power. 50 watt as a minimum, though in the days when I did use an amp for rehearsal I don't think any of them were less than 100's. That being said, I never pushed them hard so maybe a 50 would do.
Actually, yes. It's voiced a little bassier, but works fine for keys and even guitar!! A Fender Bassman (the famous guitar amp that inspired the first Marshall amps) was actually marketed as a bass amp... until guitarists plugged into it!!! :-)
Thank you, reviews of this amp are so rare, it really help.
Glad it helped!!
I’ve owned my Bass since I was a teen and my old amp stopped working years ago, my bass has been sitting lonely for like 7 years. Just recently, I decided that maybe getting a new amp for my bass would be a great idea. I dont need anything serious, just something small so that I can practice in my room. I looked at the Fender Rumble 15, but there were some concerns about the volume distortion issue I read in reviews, so now I’m thinking of paying the extra 40 bucks to get this puppy. $140 ain’t bad for a good little practice amp, thanks for posting this review! Sounds good too 👍🏻
It's a decent sounding little amp!!
I have it and I love it. It’s a great practice amp. Worth the price.
@@russellhowardjr.9894 I bought it as well and I have to agree with you, I LOVE the sound of this little amp. Totally worth it!!
You comment "It's ok for what it is" is a bit critical. It's a practice amp. Designed to be a practice amp. I have this amp and is does what it is designed to do very well. Thank you
Yes. You're right. :-(
Mine quit after an hour of playing I got it out of the box an hour and an half ago
It also works pretty well for guitar.
Sounds like a legit bass amp. Tone sounds very decent.
Yes, not bad at all!!! Thanks for watching!!!
Now that I live in an apartment, I don't need a ton of wattage. I've been considering this for practice. Thanks for the demo!
I'm glad it was helpful!!
One of the best little combos to practice at home!
Great simple features en great quality.
You just can’t go wrong with this (no too) little fellow!
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This amp is ballsy beyond words!!
It definitely goes hand in hand with my Ibanez SR400EPBDX
It’s not that I’m in a band etc…but no regrets with the purchase!!
Thanks. Nice demo. Helped my decision. In my opinion.. great practice amp so not to cart heavy equipment around back n forth to rehearse.
I have this amp too. I'm glad i didn't get the Rumble 15. But definitely not enough to play with other musicians except maybe an acoustic guitarist.
I just did a video on how easy it is to upgrade the speaker (ua-cam.com/video/-alqpUu4zz8/v-deo.html). A speaker with a sensitivity rating of, say, 95 dB (about average -- probably close to the stock speaker) is not very efficient. Every 3 dB increase makes the amp seem like a doubling of watt power (NOT doubling of volume). The point being, a more efficient speaker would DEFINITELY be louder. And could be substantially louder.
Hey Joe could you please show how to connect the amp to the bass
I just plugged a standard guitar cord from the bass output to the amplifier input. That's all.
I recently bought this amp. I've got one problem though. My headphones aren't working when plugged in (tried different ones and definitely put it in the right spot with an adapter). Do you have any idea what the problem could be?
I don't know. Did you buy it new? Maybe it's still under warranty?
Do you think it’s loud enough for band practice? I know bass resonates a bit more so you don’t need as much wattage
Depends on how loud everyone else is, especially the drummer but as we know some bands bass just gets lost anyways so maybe some in ears may help
Good review.
Thank you!!
Can you please provide amp dimensions, i can't seem to find them anywhere
is the max volume pretty loud? like the annoying family member type loud but not something you can take on a stage?
If you run it through the PA, it would be fine. Or if it's not a super loud stage. But with a loud rock band or something, I think it may not be enough.
@@JoeHartRockscan this bass amp go play and be heard with other electric guitar that is on boss katana 50 watt amp?
@rmcf3972 following your comment for an answer. I have that katana amp also and was wondering the same!
Does the guitar or amp matter more? Because I want my guitar to sound that cool!
I think the amp/speaker matters the most. You need a guitar that has the base sound you want and every part of the signal chain adds up, but I think the amp/speaker is the final piece of the puzzle. But I could be wrong. Just my opinion!
Does the Contour button activate the equalizer? With the contour button 'OUT' you will hear only the plain sound of the bass?? Am I right?
Edit: Or ... You can set equalization with B / M / T knobs and switching the contour on adds a little more tone / brightness to what you've set on the EQ.... well.. right??
The contour control kind of changes the midrange response, it seems. Either way, the tone controls all work with the contour button in or out. It does seem to add a little brightness with the contour button in.
@@JoeHartRocks Hmm.. got it. Thank you! :)
Do you know if this is better or the rumble 40 but not the studio just the normal one??
I haven't tried the Rumble 40. It is louder. I've heard they are quite similar in tone. Sorry that I can't be any more help!
Why would the Rumble 40 be better than Rumble 25? They are different amps used for different applications. Is 40 better than 25. NO! It's what's better for how/where you play.
@nicolethewitch7 rumble 40 has a line out so you can just directly connect the pa with it plus aux and better overdrive and is louder and infact you could use that with a drummer who doesn't play that loud
I've had a Rumble 40 for years. It's a great sounding amp, with deep bottom end, excellent tone controls, and amazing volume for a 40 watt bass amp. It loves the B string, and can easily be used for live use in a moderate volume band. It's my practice and small gig amp.
@@robertbennett6418 I was asking overall and didn't know still what I needed or what is for what so my bad. Now I have Behringer ultrabass bx600 from a friend,still looking to buy my own soo if u have any suggestions..i play lots of genres..at home,mostly indie, jazz,rock and sometimes metal,planning on smaller stage gigs and pubs, music like rhcp,zz top,boa,pearl jam..
Does it also work well on just electric guitar
Yes, but may not have the "standard" EQ curve of a guitar amplifier. You may like it, though! It's not uncommon for guitarists to play through bass amps.
That buzzing sound when you turn up the treble…can that buzz be silenced or no?
The room/building that I was in tends to be a bit noisy. "Dirty" electricity. But then again, turning up the treble on any audio signal would also up any high frequency noise. It's just what happens.
i have a question: if i get this amp and i m performing live on a stage, can i connect it into a mixer for a boost if power? and does it affect the sound clarity?
There's no DI, but you can certainly mic the amp to run into a PA. Then you would get as much power as needed and as clear as the amp is. Hope this helps!
hey, do you use this amp for practice with other musicians please let me know as i am in a bit of a pickle 😂😂
@rubano_69 With a band with an actual drummer, unless you're mic'ing it up, I'd want something with rather more power. 50 watt as a minimum, though in the days when I did use an amp for rehearsal I don't think any of them were less than 100's. That being said, I never pushed them hard so maybe a 50 would do.
Hi sir
Is it okey to use an Active Bass guitar on this amp?
Yes. It shouldn't be a problem.
can you use this with audio interface?
I believe so. If you have a DI box.
how do you like change the battery
The amplifier plugs in. No battery needed.
@@JoeHartRocksyeah i just figured thag out yestery
Is it good for keyboard?
Actually, yes. It's voiced a little bassier, but works fine for keys and even guitar!! A Fender Bassman (the famous guitar amp that inspired the first Marshall amps) was actually marketed as a bass amp... until guitarists plugged into it!!! :-)
Is it loud enough for a small venue?
I don't think by itself. But you can always run it through the PA system.
@@JoeHartRockswhat is PA?
@@rmcf3972 public announcement system, or the speakers the venue already has installed
@@rmcf3972house speakers usually connected to their own amp/mixer
Channel guy is super generous with his time, but what is PA?? C'mon, what is Google?