Do any Contra users use the Contra EX extension cabinet with their combos? The Contra has taken a little while to win me over (surprisingly), but I think that it may have finally succeeded. However, I do play some big rooms and corporate events around Dallas, and with a pretty loud octet my stage volume can get pretty anemic when I'm only using the Contra combo. With a good monitor setup this might not be as much of an issue, but that's not always readily available at these gigs.

I am interested in grabbing the extension cabinet for these type of gigs, and I am curious to hear about others' experiences with this setup. Has anyone used this setup with the electric bass for a rock/louder gig?

As always, your comments are very appreciated,
-Danny

I have the Contra with the ext. cab. I use a Fodera 5 string and a URB on my gigs. The ext. cab makes a big difference in volume and presence.
I love um.
Sonny Cobb:D

I'm planning to audition a Contra next month, and part of my decision is going to depend on how good it sounds with my electric bass.

Accordingly, I have a Hartke 2x10 that I'd like to try as an extension speaker with the Contra. There should be more than enough wattage to make my Jazz bass heard (I currently use a GK 800RB head).

Mike, that will surely be enough unless you are playing power rock.
Sonny cobb

Sonny:

How loud are the gigs that you use the Contra extension speaker? Are you able to get good lows and headroom with your Fodera (jealous drool...;) )? For what style of music is that setup primarily used? Do you ever play any rock gigs?

Thanks,
-Danny

Danny, I don't play rock gigs so to speak. I play in a 70's-80's retro, old school funk, disco. So its not a soft jazz gig and the Contra and ext cab do great.
The bass really fills the room and it's not a mushy sound. I dial everything pretty much flat and use the pre-amp on the bass for adjustment. like I said, unless you are playing power rock, you will be pleased and amazed.
Sonny Cobb:D