Bassman 135

[73jbass]

Just joined a 60s soul band,and since I dont need effects,I wont need the AX8,and dont want to use the Markbass rig. Fancied the idea of of getting an old Fender Bassman 135,and a Fender 215 cab from the same era. This is a low volume gig, so I thought just for fun it would be nice to have this set up. Playing a stack knob Jazz,of course. Any thoughts on the rig?

 

[Stumbo]

What's your max budget?

$850 1979 Fender Bassman 135 | eBay

I'd leave those old closed back cabs for the collectors.

Alternatively, consider one or two Bassman® 115 Neo Enclosure and the Bassman® 500 Head

Add an HPF and you're golden.

 

[jnewmark]

I used to use a rig like this back in the day, in the same kind of band. I had the 135, but it went into a Kustom tuck n roll, 215 cab, loaded with JBL’s. Great sounding cab cab for that 60’s Soul sound. Jamerson used to use one on his live gigs, with the Kustom head.

 

[73jbass]

Oddly enough there is a Kustom 200 head and 3x15 cab for sale locally. Looking into that too.

 

[beans-on-toast]

I had a 135 in the 70’s. Something about it that I liked. Maybe it was the times. One of the ones that I wish I had never sold.

 

[mesaplayer83]

For a much more convenient and cost effective solution, what about a Rumble 200 Combo?

 

[deathness]

Dooooo it.

 

[Wisebass]

Fancied the idea of of getting an old Fender Bassman 135

Hi 73jbass

This head will certainly get you into the mood for soul and R&B stuff!
I would go with a more modern cab, maybe two 115s instead of on big 215?
That helps for the schlepp and sounds soooo much better than the vintage cab!!!

I would not even take Fender cabs...
(rather put the Fender grill cloth on some highend cabs to match the look )

but that' s just me!

have fun with your new band


Wise(b)ass