9/4/2023 0 Comments Hartke bass amp![]() ![]() The active basses benefited from their onboard EQ, so adding more from the combo control panel at times became slightly excessive. Obviously as you start to add hefty dollops of EQ boost and push the volume, the tone becomes a little harsh - but if you're of a plectrum-wielding persuasion, you might like the way that the sound gains a touch of grind. Cranking the volume up with passive Precision and Jazz basses, there's plenty of volume, punch and definition on display. ![]() With several basses to hand, both active and passive, it was quite noticeable from the start how different each combo sounded.įor a 15-watt unit, the HD15 was remarkably full sounding and not especially lacking in tonal performance. It's all very neat, uncomplicated and tidy, with nothing to get confused about: the overall design of both combos is sleek and to the point. Both cabinets have front porting to improve the bass response - and to be honest, both units will need as much help in that respect as they can get.īoth combos feature the same control panel, namely a 1⁄4" jack input, controls for volume, bass, mid and treble, a 3.5mm input for external sound sources such as an MP3 player, laptop, tablet or phone and a 1⁄4" jack headphone output. The HyDrive design certainly has its merits, incorporating the vibrant transient attack that Hartke speakers were originally noted for alongside the warmer, less acutely punchy performance of the traditional paper cone, so on paper it fuses the best aspects of both designs. Speakers measuring 6.5" and 8" have been used on these combos, and although this may not sound like much of a difference, there will no doubt be some tonal variation, especially in the conveying of low notes. Both combos come with rubber feet, although these can be removed if you want your combo to have contact directly with the floor to improve the low-end performance.īoth combos did a fine job and at these prices, there really is little to complain about. A solid strap handle is located on the top of each combo for carrying ease and a black metal grille has been fitted to protect each speaker. ![]()
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