Re: help needed for my teenage son

In article [EMAIL PROTECTED], in the
days of 2003-11-26 03:14 PM, John at [EMAIL PROTECTED] made this strange
noise:

> Hi,
> 
> last time I got help from this group to buy a bass guitar for my son. I
> bought Fender 5 string jazz bass and he loves it.
> 
> Now he wants a bigger amp. I know this day will come, but it came sooner
> than I expected. He has a 15w practice amp and he told me he can't use it in
> the band.

He's not lying.  Especially for a five-string, 15 watts is next to nothing.
 
> I don't know much about guitar nor amp.. If anyone can help me to choose
> what to look for, brand, wattage etc., any recommendation would be greatly
> appreciated.
> 
> post reply here or email me at [EMAIL PROTECTED]
> 
> thank you again
> 
> 
There's a wide variety to choose from, but it depends a lot on your budget.
Depending on the band, I'd say at *least* 100w, hopefully more, probably
with one fifteen inch speaker or two tens.
In the "mid-quality, reliable, and not too expensive" category, check out
some Peaveys.  I've got a Peavey BAM 210 (350w, 2x10), and I love it, but
it's pretty expensive (~$1200).  Most of their amps do not cost nearly as
much as that one, though.
Another good line to look at is the SWR Workinman's series.  That includes
1x15 and 2x10 combos, as well as separate heads and cabs (though I'm
guessing you're probably looking for a combo and not a stack).
Good luck!



    -Zev

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