I purchased my first CARVIN Bass Amp, a PB30O, in 1993.  I was totally impressed being able to divide the amp into two separate EQ's; one for Arco work, the other for Jazz pizzicato, via a footswitch.  This opened up my Arco solo expression, without having to fool with amp settings on stage in the middle of a song. A new freedom!

I thought I had found the epitome of Bass Amps until one night my PB300 fell off the hand cart, onto a rock, smashing 7 "pots" on the front amp panel.  I called CARVIN in San Diego, and was taken under wing by Carlos Elorza from sales.  Carlos arranged with Service for me to immediately drive the amp down, in person, to the factory for repair, as I had a concert with Conte Condoli the next night.

When I arrived at CARVIN, Carlos introduced me to Dave Flores, artist and media relations, who just happened to be an avid fan of my band, The "Cosmic Brotherhood."  I had my string bass in the car and Dave and Carlos were excited about the performance of acoustic bass through the new "RED EYE" RC2 10 bass amp.

We were totally amazed when I started playing through the RC2IO by the extreme clarity and instant response the amp produced with absolutely "NO" IM distortion; in all registers, Arco and Pizz, double stops included.

The new additions added to the RC21O over the PB300 are astounding; 9 graphic EQ, pre shaped EQ, electronic crossover, bi-amp/full range select, tube blend, tuned RC2 10 cabinet punched out cannon low notes, extensive array of speaker and bi-amp speaker options, graphics EQ/effects loop, pre-amp out jacks, direct xlr output, 600/1000 watts power, passive/active inputs, and improved noise gate and compressor, all allow for performing and studio recording potentials beyond description. An "on the road" studio!

One of my favorite features is the "tilt-back" cabinet design. Finally, "HEAR" yourself on stage! Total 'back row' definition and projection throughout night club, concert hall, or outdoor stadium venues. "True! Cutting Edge, Acoustic Bass Amplification."

"An Upright Bassist' dream come true."

Projection: "We hear the Bass in the back row as well as we can on stage."

Presence: On Stage Clarity! Hear your live play like never before.

Arco/Double Stops: No IM distortion in any register.