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Post subject: Rumble 150 vs. Rumble 75
Posted: Tue Dec 17, 2013 6:36 am
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I am thinking of getting a bass amp to go along with A Fender Standard Jazz bass. I am looking at either the Rumble 75 or the Rumble 150. Would you have any advice as to which to get? I play in my school concert band that has a Drummer. Would 75 watts be enough for that? I am also most likely going to be Bassist by default when I am in a band so I am wondering if the 150 would be better. Pros and cons of both would also be appreciated. Thank you very much.


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Post subject: Re: Rumble 150 vs. Rumble 75
Posted: Tue Dec 17, 2013 7:09 am
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:arrow: When playing with a drummer, you really need the Rumble 150 or 350. As good as the Rumble 75 is, you're really pushing it too hard for that. I've done it, but don't recommend it.

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Post subject: Re: Rumble 150 vs. Rumble 75
Posted: Tue Dec 17, 2013 8:35 am
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Ok Thank you very much. WHat about for practice. Is the 150 too much power?


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Post subject: Re: Rumble 150 vs. Rumble 75
Posted: Tue Dec 17, 2013 8:45 am
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therobertcollins wrote:
Ok Thank you very much. WHat about for practice. Is the 150 too much power?


Nope. It has a volume knob, and a headphone jack.

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Post subject: Re: Rumble 150 vs. Rumble 75
Posted: Tue Dec 17, 2013 9:01 am
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And you don't lose tone at quiet volumes?


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Post subject: Re: Rumble 150 vs. Rumble 75
Posted: Tue Dec 17, 2013 9:25 am
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therobertcollins wrote:
And you don't lose tone at quiet volumes?


Not being a smartass, but it has tone controls too. You just have to readjust for low volume. If you read my review of the Fender Rumble 75, you'll see that I was very impressed with its low volume performance, and in that respect it has no equal.

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Post subject: Re: Rumble 150 vs. Rumble 75
Posted: Tue Dec 17, 2013 10:41 am
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For as good as the Rumble 150 is, the Rumble 350 is one of the better all around Combos available. Good for practice, and no problem dealing with drummers, or loud lead players either.

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Posted: Tue Dec 17, 2013 12:51 pm
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Mr. Nylon wrote:
For as good as the Rumble 150 is, the Rumble 350 is one of the better all around Combos available. Good for practice, and no problem dealing with drummers, or loud lead players either.


+11

With the options offered by the OP, I must insist on the 150. I love the carrying case that came with the 350. I can keep my head with me and make sure it is not handled by those without opposable thumbs. :lol:

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Post subject: Re: Rumble 150 vs. Rumble 75
Posted: Tue Dec 17, 2013 1:06 pm
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I thought he was only referring to the 150 Combo. I didn't think he was going into a 150, or 350 head. Fender really should have labeled their Rumble line a bit different. 150 & 350 Combos, 150 & 350 heads.

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Posted: Tue Dec 17, 2013 1:13 pm
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Mr. Nylon wrote:
I thought he was only referring to the 150 Combo. I didn't think he was going into a 150, or 350 head. Fender really should have labeled their Rumble line a bit different. 150 & 350 Combos, 150 & 350 heads.


:lol: Not sure I knew what he meant. :lol: Sometimes it's just stream of consciousness. :shock:

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Post subject: Re: Rumble 150 vs. Rumble 75
Posted: Tue Dec 17, 2013 4:21 pm
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Mr. Nylon wrote:
I thought he was only referring to the 150 Combo. I didn't think he was going into a 150, or 350 head. Fender really should have labeled their Rumble line a bit different. 150 & 350 Combos, 150 & 350 heads.


:lol: Not sure I knew what he meant. :lol: Sometimes it's just stream of consciousness. :shock:


I know what you mean! :D

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Posted: Tue Dec 17, 2013 5:07 pm
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I was going for the Combo's


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Posted: Tue Dec 17, 2013 6:35 pm
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The Pros of the Rumble 150 are many.
1) 150 watts of class D ICE Power -> even if you aren't using all the power for volume you have twice the headroom of the Rumble 75
2) Balanced XLR output = use a microphone cable to connect to the soundboard for PA or recording.
3) effects send & return - you might not use any effects, but there are many useful things you can do with the out/in capability.
4) 15" woofer & horn
5) side handles & casters make it way easier to move 75 lbs.

The Rumble 75 has none of the above.
75 watts of class F power
a single high Z 1/4" phonejack out
no effects loop
the wonderful 'kickback' monitor style cabinet shape is great for personal practice at low volume levels is also very awkward to move. 46 lbs with a single top mounted handstrap/no casters

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It is my opinion that the Rumble 75 is the better personal practice amp, but it is just not enough for band use.

The Rumble 150 is the best selling bass combo on the planet with good reason. It is the best sounding bass combo in its wattage class & price range. It has enough watts and moves enough air (volume) for gigging in a live band. $350 brand spankin' new shipped! http://www.sweetwater.com/store/detail/Rumble150/

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Posted: Tue Dec 17, 2013 9:05 pm
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therobertcollins wrote:
I was going for the Combo's


Thanks for the edification. I stand by the 150. :P

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Posted: Tue Dec 17, 2013 9:17 pm
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linnin wrote:
It is my opinion that the Rumble 75 is the better personal practice amp, but it is just not enough for band use.

The Rumble 150 is the best selling bass combo on the planet with good reason. It is the best sounding bass combo in its wattage class & price range. It has enough watts and moves enough air (volume) for gigging in a live band. $350 brand spankin' new shipped! http://www.sweetwater.com/store/detail/Rumble150/


Since they are the same cost, I would choose a Bronco 40 over the Rumble 75 for practice and very light duty. The Bronco has so many tools for practice and recording. It is an exceptional amp, for what it is. There are times when I miss being able to just dial in an octavizer when I want it. Now I need a pedal but, the 350 is a very sweet baby and is the amp I live with. My Bronco sits forlorn in the garage. I think nice thoughts about it. If there was more space in the studio the Bronco would be there with me and I would plug into it once and awhile and get lost in the possibilities. :D

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