Aguilar Tone Hammer 350

[pauliebass]

I knew the cabs would sound very different, but I was very surprised at how much louder the SL was at the exact same settings than the DB. If I was going for a one cab quick solution, the SL would get my vote. The DB sounded great with its pronounced midrange but the SL was fuller across the range. I tried to explain to my wife that the DB midrange would cut like a knife in a band mix and she said "I don't care, that other one sounds like a bass should." To which I said "you know you picked the more expensive one."

[scotch]

Well thats interesting! The SL wins on style-points in my mind... Hmm...

[AMp'D.2play]

Originally Posted by KJung

... the Aguilar bag is top notch. ... LOTS of protective padding, ...

A big +1 to that! The Aguilar bag is almost padded too well! With those 3 velcro side pads in there, my TH500 is a tight squeeze! Of course, the OCD in me likes the added security once it's in the bag.

You are correct, sir. This bag exudes quality.

[KJung]

Originally Posted by pauliebass

I knew the cabs would sound very different, but I was very surprised at how much louder the SL was at the exact same settings than the DB. If I was going for a one cab quick solution, the SL would get my vote. The DB sounded great with its pronounced midrange but the SL was fuller across the range. I tried to explain to my wife that the DB midrange would cut like a knife in a band mix and she said "I don't care, that other one sounds like a bass should." To which I said "you know you picked the more expensive one."

I'd be just a bit careful there. One cab louder 'at the same setting' than another is an indication of 'sensitivity' (loudness per watt), and has NOTHING to do with the maximum volume capability of the cab.

In other words, when you start to really push the cab, you might have to turn the knob on the amp a bit more with the DB, but it also would not surprise me at all that the DB would actually end up delivering more absolute volume within its range.

Both cabs get very good reviews, just an FYI.

Edit: Of course, if you are running a single 8ohm cab with the little TH350, sensitivity can be quite important!

[pauliebass]

Originally Posted by KJung

I'd be just a bit careful there. One cab louder 'at the same setting' than another is an indication of 'sensitivity' (loudness per watt), and has NOTHING to do with the maximum volume capability of the cab.

In other words, when you start to really push the cab, you might have to turn the knob on the amp a bit more with the DB, but it also would not surprise me at all that the DB would actually end up delivering more absolute volume within its range.

Both cabs get very good reviews, just an FYI.

Edit: Of course, if you are running a single 8ohm cab with the little TH350, sensitivity can be quite important!

Exactly. I did not mean to imply that the SL was louder overall. In fact, I bet on stage the DB at full tilt would come across as louder. For lower volume gigs, I think I like the tone of the SL better. IMO.

[pauliebass]

Originally Posted by AMp'D.2play

A big +1 to that! The Aguilar bag is almost padded too well! With those 3 velcro side pads in there, my TH500 is a tight squeeze! Of course, the OCD in me likes the added security once it's in the bag.

You are correct, sir. This bag exudes quality.

The TC Electronic to the Aggie bag is like a Yugo to a BMW.

[scotch]

Made it to Aguilar hq today! What great folks! Spent probably 30-45 minutes touring the facility & talking shop with Justin Huth (artist relations, web design, etc.) & Dave Boonshoft came out and talked for a while too. Cool folks making killer gear.

Looks like the SL112 is the cab for me- especially considering I'm gearing up for a tour playing double bass, the SL has a slight advantage in that capacity as well as being a killer electric bass cab. I'll post more when I get the cab home later in the month...

Great hang in SoHo- thanks, Aguilar!

[pauliebass]

The SL would absolutely be the better choice for double bass from what I heard. My problem is I think I'll be swayed by the new line of Bergs coming out.

[ole Jason]

Thank you guys for the excellent insight in this thread. I just placed an order for a TH350. I'll be pairing it with one or two GS112's.

Hopefully it will be here before the weekend so I can try it on my restaurant gig.

[Fran Diaz]

Originally Posted by scotch

Looks like the SL112 is the cab for me- especially considering I'm gearing up for a tour playing double bass, the SL has a slight advantage in that capacity as well as being a killer electric bass cab. I'll post more when I get the cab home later in the month...

Great hang in SoHo- thanks, Aguilar!

Scotch, can you explain the advantages you found with the SLs over the DBs for Double Bass amplification?

[scotch]

Originally Posted by Fran Diaz

Scotch, can you explain the advantages you found with the SLs over the DBs for Double Bass amplification?

The SL has a flatter overall frequency response with just a touch less mid-emphasis.

[Fran Diaz]

Originally Posted by scotch

The SL has a flatter overall frequency response with just a touch less mid-emphasis.

I just got a new SL112 delivered at my door to pair with my new TH500. I won't be able to turn it up too loud, but I'm going to give it a go with my electric and my DB (Ehrlund pickup equipped).

[scotch]

Originally Posted by Fran Diaz

I just got a new SL112 delivered at my door to pair with my new TH500. I won't be able to turn it up too loud, but I'm going to give it a go with my electric and my DB (Ehrlund pickup equipped).

Report back!

[Fran Diaz]

Originally Posted by scotch

Report back!

I should use it on a gig soon, but I just tried it in my living room and I could get more volume while preserving the natural sound of my DB. I was standing 6 feet from the amp and the tone was great, then I stood by the amp and there were no feedback. We'll see how it works at higher volumes, but I'm as excited as this crowd in front of their favorite bassist:
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[pauliebass]

Like scotch said. Those mid bumped DB's that crush on louder electric gigs probably don't convey the upright tone quite as well as the SL's. I haven't played an upright through a DB, so take that as an educated guess from hearing the cab with electric and TH350. Someone please correct me if I'm wrong.

[john nam]

hi guys, I have a th350, which obviously has one speakon output in the back.

the problem is, i have two 8ohm cabs that both have only one speakon jack in the back (nothing else, no 1/4" jack either). will i be able to get the full 350 watts from my amp if i use a cable that has one speakon one one end and two speakons on the other end?

[camthebassman]

Might be easier/cleaner to add a second speak-on recepticle to each cab if you have room on the plates? Are speakon cable Y-assemblies commercially available or are you making your own?

Either way, as long as you wire the two 8 ohm cabs in parallel, the T350 will see a 4 ohm nominal load.

[john nam]

unfortunately, there is no room on the plate. i would still prefer a split cable solution if possible, instead of a box solution since cables are easier to carry, but would this box work?

http://www.mcmelectronics.com/produc...LIT-/555-15275

[AMJBASS]

Friggin Talkbass... Looks like I'll have one of these coming to me soon Looks like the ideal head for the theatre gigs I do occasionally. Small, reliable, great DI, etc.

[scotch]

Originally Posted by AMJBASS

Friggin Talkbass... Looks like I'll have one of these coming to me soon Looks like the ideal head for the theatre gigs I do occasionally. Small, reliable, great DI, etc.

Lol! You're gonna love it! The 350 will make a great pit amp & has plenty of guts for the stage too!