RACK MOUNT STEEL GUITAR Pre AMP

Pat Richardson · From: Paxton, Illinois, USA

Hello , i am pretty new at this so please forgive my ignorance . Can anyone suggest a simple to operate old school just knobs to turn steel GUITAR RACK MOUNT pre-amp THAT will not break the bank in the $200 or less range new or used ? like everyone else I'm getting old and weight is a big factor . And not to sure about the new light weight combo amps on the market these days . thanks in advance for any input here !
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GFI D-10 Ultra, Peavey Nashville 112, Goodrich 120 .

Dave Stroud · From: Texas

Welcome to the forum! Are you set on just a preamp? I'm sure someone will recommend a Quilter Tone Block. I see them go on the forum for about $250.

Dave Stroud · From: Texas

There is also the Frenzel DP-1 for $245 (add $95 to have them put it in a rack package). Another forum member tried one of these and has had good luck with it apparently.

Some people have been raving about the GK MB200. You can find them used at $200. This is a head though, not just a preamp.

http://www.musiciansfriend.com/amplifiers-effects/gallien-krueger-mb200-200w-ultra-light-bass-amp-head

Then, there is a Carvin BX500 amp head (also well regarded by some forum members). Just saw one online for $280 used. http://www.musicgoroundaurora.com/p/511973/used-carvin-bx500-bass-amp-500-watts?gclid=COKnjbfexM4CFY81aQodBKMPOA

I have not owned any of these, but you can find lots of info about them here on the forum. I only know about them because I monitor the forum pretty well Smile

Robert Parent · From: Gillette, WY

An older Roland GP-100 maybe what you are after. It is programmable but also has plenty of knobs to twist and turn if you so like. They are well built and were top-of-the-line in their day.

They sounds really nice for a box not specifically designed for steel.

Robert

Bill Moore · From: Manchester, Michigan

I the cost is a major consideration, the Line 6 Pod XT works well. It's not a rack mount, but you can probably get a used one for about 100.00.

Pat Richardson · From: Paxton, Illinois, USA

Thank you for all the suggestions, please keep them coming in . so far I am leaning towards the GK 200 bass head or its next step up the 500 nothing like head room.
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GFI D-10 Ultra, Peavey Nashville 112, Goodrich 120 .

Mike Spaeth · From: Springdale, Arkansas

Pat I'll be playing in Cissna Park this Thursday night. I will be using my GK MB200 on that Gig if your'e interested.

Dave Stroud · From: Texas

Maybe Pat should record your gig for all of us to take a listen to the MB200 Wink

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