Ampeg PF500 & PF115HE Portafkex

[copacetic]

I have an opportunity to purchase this Portaflex Combo for $600. I'm not planning to move it around, just small practice and 2-3 piece rehearsal in a small studio. Wondering if anyone has had this combo or thumbs up or caution?
Thanks

[amptech]

I had a few PF350's in for repair over the years, but no PF500's, so maybe they are more reliable.
Now that Yamaha owns Ampeg, service is no problem anyway.

I did end up with one PF350 as a customer would rather buy a new one than pay for a new main PCB,
but only use it as a spare/backup that fit's into most glove compartments. I found it too underwhelming though,
as any 100W valve bass top I have is louder on 1 than the PF350 on 10. If weight was an issue and Ampeg tone was my preference, at least I'd look at the PF500 rather than the PF350. That was probably not very helpful, but I can recommend buying Ampeg any day because Yamaha is the best in the business at supporting their products!

[gearHed289]

I've had a PF500 for a couple of years now. I use it mostly for rehearsals and backup, though it does get some gig use. Ampeg tone is all I ever want, and it does the job. No issues with it. I think any problems were before Yamaha bought the company.