#Carvin bass amp reviews full
#Carvin bass amp reviews pro

I strongly suggest getting the F-22 foot switch with the amp- it's well worth $30. Two EQs, parametric and Graphic, are almost over-kill for tone-tweakin'. It's Carvin's page on the BX500.įeatures like the built-in DI with its own level adjust makes sound-techs happy, and a simple yet functional in-amp compressor does just what its supposed to. I have played rock, country/ western, jazz-ish indie folk and reggae with this amp driving a couple of Ampeg cabs and have never found it lacking the tonal adjustments needed for most any genre'.ĭon't know if you've seen this yet.

#Carvin bass amp reviews pro

I've got two of 'em, a mid-80s Pro Bass 350 and an '08 or '09 BX600, the slightly larger version of the amp you're looking at. Similarly, please send any comments or critiques to the moderators.Īs resident Carvin junkie (and pusher) I've got nothing but good things to say about Carvin amps. We encourage you to report spam posts or posts that violate the rules, but please send a message to the moderators at the same time. Please tag video or audio of you or your band with in the subject line of the post. Im not a big fan of combo bass amps in the first place, but in size and weight, this one is a real monster.

I liked the sound of the RL610 stack (15' and a 2x10') much better.

I tried one at a Carvin store and couldnt get a tone I liked, no matter what crossover settings I used.

#Carvin bass amp reviews full

Requests for tab should be made in /r/basstabs and will be removed from /r/bass The Cyclops is meant to be used bi-amped, not full range. Resist the urge to start 'gig pic' 'bass face' and 'family photo' threads. Also, do not post links to giveaways where you personally benefit (getting more entries) by propagating (spamming) a link. On the front it has the power Switch, single input, passive/active (-10db) switch, and a mute switch. I think the Carvin is just as much a quality amp and is way more versitile and will do 2 ohm loads too. The BX600 is a 300 watt solid state bass amp manufactured by Carvin mine was manufactured in 2008. The BX500 can get close to the sound of the LMII if you want but the LMII isnt as versitile as the Carvin. Posts made outside of the thread will be removed and asked to be reposted.ĭon't use the sub to sell or advertise your gear (with very few exceptions, ask the mods). The Carvin is more clinical, not as warm but it seems to cut through more than the LMII. New Bass Day (NBD) and Gear posts go into the weekly threads. We have lots of common questions with lots of common answers. I think I paid $279 on sale.Previous AMAs FAQ and Wiki Bass Resources 2016 Official Pedals Thread Follow /r/bass on Twitter Related Communities Other InstrumentsĬheck the sidebar, the FAQ, and search for your answer before making a post. This amp originally listed at Carvin new for $395. and is relatively easy to carry with one hand by the handle. I just haven't played live in so long that I figured someone else will get more use out of it. It was perfect for band practice or small gigs. The MB210 is one astonishing micro bass amp that really delivers the punch and tone for bass guitar. ' FONTArial, Helvetica, sans-serif Carvin is excited to announce the MB210, our newest entry in our popular Micro Bass amp lineup. It has a nice-feeling 'fuzzy' covering to it. It should be the loudest and most balanced cabinet design of the four, IMHO. I'm the only owner and have taken good care of it (compare the appearance to other ones for sale online). It has built-in filtering and EQ controls, compression, noise gate, and an effects loop (see specs below). No longer in production, this amp is highly sought after for its combination of a loud, clear sound, detailed tone sculpting, and portability. It has a 10 inch woofer and is front ported. This is a Carvin Pro Bass 100 bass guitar amplifier (version 10).