Alternate cabinet ideas for M6 Carbine

Ron Plichta · #1 01-05-2011, 09:25 AM

I'm reconsidering an M6 Carbine, but am a bit put off by the weight of of Mesa's cabinets. Running a 2x10" on top of a 1x15" setup seems to be my favorite setup since it allows the option of scaling back in situations where I have PA support or in a very small room.

I'm thinking of something lightweight like Mark Bass, Epifani's UL line or Bergantino. Suggestions are welcome.

lomo · #2 01-05-2011, 10:26 AM

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Originally Posted by Ron Plichta

I'm reconsidering an M6 Carbine, but am a bit put off by the weight of of Mesa's cabinets. Running a 2x10" on top of a 1x15" setup seems to be my favorite setup since it allows the option of scaling back in situations where I have PA support or in a very small room.

I'm thinking of something lightweight like Mark Bass, Epifani's UL line or Bergantino. Suggestions are welcome.

I just got an Avatgar TB153 and am very impressed with it under my M6. I have NOT gigged it yet, but it is an outstanding box, and at the intro price it was a no-brainer. 65 lbs, same volume as a 410. VERY loud.

KsPiNeSh · #3 01-05-2011, 10:46 AM

Genz Benz Uber series. I run a 410 (72 lbs) under my Carbine amps and it's a killer pairing.

Ron Plichta · #4 01-05-2011, 10:50 AM

I'd rather avoid 70+ pound cabinets. I can easily lug something like MB's Standard 151R at a little over 55, but not anything more.

CElton · #5 01-05-2011, 11:14 AM

The Epi and Berg options would be excellent IMO because of their very nice tweets and crossovers. They help keep the M6 from getting to brittle on top. If you like 12's, I would think the Genz Benz Neox 212T would be a nice option as well.

I haven't had any hands on experience with the Markbass cabs.

I paired my M6 with an Epi310UL and it was outstanding. Actually considering going that route again.

rockstarbassist · #6 01-05-2011, 11:17 AM

I see lotsa love for the Epi UL stuff w/ all 3 Carbine models.

RickenBoogie · #7 01-05-2011, 11:52 AM

+1 GB Uber cabs ROCK!!

KsPiNeSh · #8 01-05-2011, 03:39 PM

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Originally Posted by CElton

If you like 12's, I would think the Genz Benz Neox 212T would be a nice option as well.

I rock my Carbines with one of these too... great punch, surprising volume and low-end, and only 50 pounds. Great cabs.

derridiandrift · #9 01-05-2011, 03:45 PM

I don't know what the PH212 weighs, but I used to own an M6 and a PH212. If that's the sound you're going for, these two pieces sound really good together, and the PH212 surprised me by how light it was. This might be the perfect trade-off for you instead of having a 15+210 setup. The cab is pretty big, but not as heavy as I expected.

tuna · #10 01-05-2011, 03:48 PM

I have an M6 as well with a 2-10 Mesa Cabinet (79 lbs) and was wondering the same thing. I was looking into the SWR Go-Light series. According to their specs a 1-15 cabinet weighs in at 45lbs and the 2-10 is 38lbs. Anybody have any experience with these cabinets?

Thanks

Ron Plichta · #11 01-06-2011, 07:16 PM

Just scored an Epifani UL-212 Series II on clearance at GC. Sounds good with the M6; nice and ballsy when set flat, yet quick enough for me if I set the amp to one of the mid-scoop contours.

Crabby · #12 01-06-2011, 09:30 PM

I had an Epifani UL-2 410 and it was killer with my M9. I'm a sucker for the Mesa cabs though despite their weight. The 12 loaded Mesa cabs are a lot lighter with the neo drivers though!

rockstarbassist · #13 01-07-2011, 09:26 AM

PH212's are I think 78 or 79lbs. I have two, and I barely notice the weight.

"Heavy ess good, heavy ess reliable..."