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FlyGuitars What kind of set up do you use live?
JMJ SVP-CL preamps, SVT-1600 and QSC PowerAmps, two Ampeg 8x10 cabs,
FlyGuitars Any Effects?
JMJ Piles and piles of them. I have three custom boards - two for the studio and one for live.
FlyGuitars And in the studio?
JMJ Basses and effects going into a B-15 or an SVT. Along with that is an amazing Divided By 13 bass rig I use as well, 200 watt, all tube with a 4 x 12 cabinet fitted with Celestions. Face melting.
FlyGuitars One classic Gibson bass you don't use is an EB2, but you regularly use other hollow-bodies, like the Guild Starfire. What do you like about the Starfire over the EB2?
JMJ Starfires are balanced sounding and have room for more "finesse" playing, I feel. EB2's are too heavy in the low end for me in terms of what I use the Starfires for, though I should probably own one. The Starfire has become my sound on a lot of records, most notably on Sea Change..."Paper Tiger", "End of the Day", "Lonesome Tears", songs like that....that bass sound is Starfire >> Ampeg B-15R >> Neumann FET 47, no DI.
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Gibson bass guitars for sale
Ampeg B-15NC Portaflex 2-Channel 25-Watt 1x15" Bass Combo 1964 CG01K43
Franklin, Tennessee, 370**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$2250
Ampeg B-15NC Portaflex 2-Channel 25-Watt 1x15" Bass Combo 1964
Condition: Good (Significant marks and wear are present. No major damage )
Includes original cart with casters; not shown in the photos
Includes: Correct power supply SKU: CG01K43
Unless otherwise stated, only what is shown in the pictures is included. Check out the pictures to make sure you like it. The pictures are of the exact item
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1963 Ampeg B-15N Portaflex 25-Watt 1x15 Bass Combo Blue Checkered Vinyl Serviced
Milford, New Jersey, 088**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$4000
A great example of a mid / late 63 Ampeg B-15N. Certainly in well above average condition. These are generally much more worn from years of use and transport. Made here in Linden NJ around 1963. Some of the pots date to 62 some to 63. This is prior to chassis serial numbers so its not as easy to date exactly. The serial number is present on the cabinet but not traceable. There are many variations of the B-15N circuit in the 60s. This falls somewhere between the B-15NB and B-15NC. This one is... more
AMPEG B15N BASS AMP SERVICED - SOUNDS EXCELLENT!!! 1960s PORTIFLEX TUBE AMP
Saint Cloud, Minnesota, 563**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$5000
THIS AMP SOUNDS ABSOLUTELY FANTASTIC! IF YOU'RE IN THE MARKET FOR A READY TO USE VINTAGE AMP, THIS IS YOUR BEST BET
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1970 Oliver B150 Bass Guitar Serviced Amplifier Amp Ampeg B15 7027 Tubes
Buffalo, New York, 142**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$980
1970 Ampeg BT-15 Portaflex - 50 Watts - 1x15 Bass Combo - With Trolly
Dayton, Ohio, 454**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$1100
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1970 Ampeg BT-15 Portaflex. This is a 50 Watts solid state bass combo with a 15" speakers. This one works great and is loud and clear. Includes the hard to find trolly! (10)
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1964 Ampeg B-18N Portaflex 2-Channel 50-Watt 1x18" Fliptop Bass Combo Serviced
Milford, New Jersey, 088**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$3000
1963-64 Ampeg B-18N Portaflex Fliptop combo amp, made in Linden NJ. I personally love every Ampeg Fliptop I've ever owned. (I have a decent collection) This is one has been gigged and used regularly. Serviced and suitable for a someone intending to continue to use it regularly. Features a newer 18" speaker. I am unsure of the manufacturer. Its nothing premium but does the job nicely. Its been fully inspected and is in great shape. No coil rub or issues operationally. This amp has mostly ... more
1965 Ampeg SB-12 Portaflex 2-Channel 25-Watt 1x12" Fliptop Combo Blue Diamond
Milford, New Jersey, 088**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$2000
Here's a good looking a recently serviced Ampeg SB-12 Portaflex Fliptop. I LOOOVE the fliptop amplifiers. I've really been enjoying putting this through its paces. An absolute studio staple since their inception over 60 years ago. The B-15's get most of the hype but their smaller cousin the SB-12 is equally capable of that classic bass tone. "SB" was short for string bass. This was marketed as the amplifier for the string bass Ampegs. It turned out to be a fantastic choice for just about ... more
1977 Ampeg B-25B Bass Guitar 1-15" modified Speaker cabinet / No Amp included
A Great Lake State, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$399
This is a Ampeg B-25B Cabinet . This SALE is for the speaker cabinet only , No amp head is included in the sale . The amp head has been sold. Feel free to ask any questions you wish. The cabinet is a B25B with impedance switch from 4 -16 ohms If this has been cut down I do not think the impedance switch will work I would not think the impedance switch ... more
Vintage Ampeg PortaFlex B-15s Bass Cabinet ONLY No Amp As Is Read Description.
Saint Louis, Missouri, 631**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$1200
I do my best to provide A honest and accurate description of the item for sale a happy buyer is top priority! There are No returns for this listing please see pictures and ask any and all necessary questions before purchase Thanks for looking!
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1970s Ampeg B-15S Extension Cabinet 8 Ohm Original Excellent Condition RARE
Milford, New Jersey, 088**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
$1500
Vintage Ampeg Portaflex Dolly cart Knob Assy
WHITSTABLE, KENT., CT5***, UNITED KINGDOM
£30
All questions answered promptly!!All offers considered!!... more
Ampeg B18X 1965-1966
Toulouse, 31***, FRANCE
€1700