So if your outdoor gigs are not PA'ed, a DS with an open-back 2x12 is probably best. Some of this is wattage, sure, but a lot of it is the circuits' inherent differences, the OT differences, and solid-state vs. That said, the BMR has a warmth and richness that Twin Reverbs and Dual Showmans rather lack, unless you're using speakers that soften their sound. There's a resonance to their clarity that is like ringing bells of purity. Features: - Hybrid (Tube/Solid State) - 800 Watts. Bandmaster started out as a 1 by 15-inch combo before expanding to a 3 by 10-inch combo in 1955.
#FENDER BANDMASTER VS BASSMAN SERIES#
As was the case with most vintage Fender amps, the Bandmaster underwent a series of both cosmetic and electronic design changes through its production. The famous Bassman had 50 watts of output and typically came with a 2x12 speaker cabinet. Featuring a pair of 6L6GC power tubes, the Bandmaster was another good choice for small- to medium-sized venues. Packed with powerful, highly malleable, authentic Fender bass tone, the Bassman 800 is an inspiring amplifier that punches well above its weight class. The classic Fender Bandmaster is one of Fenders most iconic early amplifiers. The Bandmaster was about 40 watts and came with a 2x12 speaker cabinet. Hitting the mark between the two, plenty of blues. does that help sounds like you want the bassman from your 'I enjoy the chiming, mellow clean/slightly hairy tones that coldplay and other alternative-rock contemporary sounds. Two decades ago, when renewed appreciation of Fender’s narrow-panel tweed amps of the late ’50s really started to boom, the Bassman was generally considered king of the heap, with the 5E3 Deluxe winning fans among players who wanted to crush it in smaller rooms. As others have noted on the forum, they can make a Tele sound like a grand piano. Jump to Latest Follow 1 - 16 of 16 Posts. the bandmaster has more sag, more mids and a little less oomph. The Bassmans Bass channel is voiced for bass. The solidity of TR and DS's notes is gorgeous. Its tone is also slightly bigger and firmer than the Bandmaster, because of its larger output transformer. Trying not to leap too far in the Bandmaster Reverb's defense here, as I get T Prior's points, much love vintage Twin Reverbs and Dual Showmans, but find the Bandmaster Reverb the Holy Grail of Fender tones and options.
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