Looking for a good 2x10 combo

throw_this_away · Post by **throw_this_away** » Sun May 01, 2005 9:49 am

I'm looking to get a good 2x10 combo to combine with my current tubeworks 7200 MosValve 15' combo.

Part of me wants something tube... but I am open to options. I am basically looking for a setup that will be my main rig for both home (headphone bypass is ideal), jams, and club sized gigs. In times of need I would link in my big 15 (130W)... so it would also need to be able to drive that.

Any ideas? I play modern rock/alternative.

bottom4 · Post by **bottom4** » Sun May 01, 2005 10:10 am

Check out Mesa. It's a little high-end. There's one on the bay right now. Search "Mesa Bass"

rickenbrother · Post by **rickenbrother** » Sun May 01, 2005 10:15 am

I sold a GK 400RB 2 x 10 combo a few months ago. It was a great little combo, I just didn't have much use for it.

I had been looking for one of those Tubeworks MosValve 7200 15" combos. I don't think Genz-Benz makes those anymore. It was supposed to be a really good combo that could handle a B string very well.

edski · Post by **edski** » Sun May 01, 2005 2:55 pm

I have a Carvin 2x10...I'm sure there are people who feel their amps and cabs are second rate, but I'm prety happy with this cabinet, but at times I think I need a little more. Don't know if it's the cabinet or moment or the player!

throw_this_away · Post by **throw_this_away** » Sun May 01, 2005 3:49 pm

Yeah... the tubeworks is pretty sweet, I just want to have something that I can combine it with for some shows... plus 2x10 would give me some variety.

rictified · Post by **rictified** » Sun May 01, 2005 4:50 pm

John you have a 15 ft. combo? You must get some mean bottom out of that. Must be hell to move though.

throw_this_away · Post by **throw_this_away** » Mon May 02, 2005 2:50 am

hahaha... bob, you ever see "This Is Spinal Tap"????

jocke · Post by **jocke** » Mon May 02, 2005 7:37 am

Check out Ashdowns ABM series combos. Great amps with tube sound.

rickengrowl · Post by **rickengrowl** » Mon May 02, 2005 8:07 am

I second Joakim's advice : Ashdown are great sounding amps, especially the ABM series.

Here's a link to one of their sweet 2x10 combos :
http://www.ashdownmusic.com/bass/detail.asp?ID=10

Cheers
JL

rictified · Post by **rictified** » Mon May 02, 2005 11:10 am

Yeah john, I remember the little Stonehenge coming down if that is what you are referring to, haha!

rictified · Post by **rictified** » Mon May 02, 2005 11:13 am

BTW If it were me I would get the same brand (Tube works) to go with my first amp, looks better and would probably match better sonically too. Another option would be to sell it and get an Ampeg 4 X 10 cab with a good tube head, like an umm.... Ampeg!

throw_this_away · Post by **throw_this_away** » Mon May 02, 2005 12:30 pm

I'll take a closer look at the ashdowns.

Another tubeworks would be a good idea... though I don't think GB produces them anymore... but I really do like the tube preamp... so I will keep my eye out.

I'm also looking into the idea of a single 10" combo that could just sit on top of the 15". One in the 100-150W range would pair well with my 130W tubeworks and the two together should be enough for the size of shows we are/will be doing...

I really just want something that will A: give me punch, and B: serve as a more appropriate practice amp for home as I need to blast the 15 to get it's true sound.

beefandbones · Post by **beefandbones** » Mon May 02, 2005 1:30 pm

I've got a Eden Nemesis 210, and I like it a lot.

86kubicki · Post by **86kubicki** » Mon May 02, 2005 2:08 pm

I have an Eden Nemesis 210 as well and quite like it. Light weight, 200 watts, built in compressor and XLR out make it a nice little combo for smaller gigs.

rickenbrother · Post by **rickenbrother** » Mon May 02, 2005 2:28 pm

Anybody have any experience with the Eden Nemesis 2 x 12 combo?