Advice on upgrading bass amp
Im running a Tech 21 VT200 (1x12, 150W). Sounds decent at lower volume, nice mids, but the more I push it the more the low end compresses, then by rehearsal volume it’s noticeably mushy/distorted on the bottom. Im playing a StingRay, instrumental rock band.
Was thinking of moving to a proper head + cab instead of another combo or add an extension (for now/budget). Weighing:
- Ampeg SVT-210AV Bundle, I think it lands on similar watts but split into 2x10, kinda afraid to invest and end up failing into the same issue
- Orange OBC112 400w, add it as an extension for the vt200 for now, giving extra speaker area (maybe move away from the vt200 later and get another one and a head)
- Fender Rumble 210 350w, I haven’t decided on a head yet (can add with vt200 for now), but saw reviews mentioning low end mush when pushing even with a 150w head
Any thoughts/insights or other suggestions too? Thanks in advance.