So if I showed up for a rehearsal/gig with just a small monitor,a direct box and my bass,I would get bitc*ed out?
If the sound result is satisfactory and I(and the drummer) can hear me then thats all that should matter.Frankly I dont want to lug a huge bass rig around...my wallet and my back would appreciate it.
I know it would be cool to have a huge rack setup and an 8x10 cabinet,but I think any band that requires you to have a huge expensive setup is more concerned with...I'm not sure..but its dumb.Why couldnt they a lend a channel on there P.A for the bass!!?Greedy bastard singers!8+ line inputs and I cant make use of one?
most venues have there own P.A's anyway...

If I can get the sound of an 8x10 cabinet without one...why the hell would I get one?
Theres a lot of demand for bassists...but it shouldnt be about the man with the most equipment...what happened to the skill factor?