Behringer Ultrabass 8-10, anyone used one?

4StringShooter · #1 07-22-2011, 10:01 PM

There's one near me for sale. Anyone on here use, or used one? Comments good or bad wanted.

Thanks, Scott

4StringShooter · #2 07-23-2011, 11:52 PM

I cannot believe NO ONE has ever used one of these !!!! 44 hits, and NO replies....wow.

tom once dead · #3 07-23-2011, 11:53 PM

They're not really a common cab. Check the review section and see if someone has written a review for that particular cab.

FrenchAK · #4 07-24-2011, 12:02 AM

From what I've read/experienced, there are bad Behringers, and there are okay Behringers. I haven't heard of a good Behringer. If you're going to buy the cab, don't expect the published rating to be realistic, I've heard people blow these cabs at much lower specs. It may be very cheap, but you are getting what you pay for in this case. There is a lot of Behringer hate on Talkbass (Not that it isn't at least party justified), so I wouldn't expect a ton of support.

Now, I did once own a Behringer combo amp that did fairly well for me. I had it for about a year before I sold it to someone I know, and it's still going strong under heavy use. There's a chance that this cab will work beautifully for many years to come. It's possible I would go for a Behringer cab if I wasn't going to give it too much power, since there's no amplifier unit to catch on fire. In the worst case, you have a box for speaker replacements in the future.

Unfortunately, you're playing Russian Roulette with your money.

mello_bedwetter · #5 07-24-2011, 12:05 AM

Seems Behringer isn't very popular on here although I have been using 4 of the 15" PA speakers for over 2 years with no problems. I can't say anything about the amps or bass cabs though...never tried them.

dereksilloway · #6 07-24-2011, 03:19 PM

How much is this cab for sale for?
I mean if its super cheap (like 200 dollars) i wouldnt think youd be really taking much of a risk. Even if it does go south on you after a few months youd probably have gotten your moneys worth.
On the other hand you could use that money and get a used anything (My local Guitar Center has a GK Goldline 810 for sale for 350) and I think youd probably do much better.

For me its all about how much the thing is for sale. Personally if it was anything over 300 dollars Id pass and use that money to get something better.

And also, Ive used a Behringer 410 for years at my home for bedroom playing and sure it was reliable, but sounded like poop.

I dont know if that helps but thats my take on the question

4StringShooter · #7 07-24-2011, 06:18 PM

Its listed for $300.00 . It seems that's the " new " price for this Cab. In the sellers picture, the " stats tag " is still on the front. It looks unused.
On the other hand, I've just recieved a reply from another seller with a Traynor 8-10 for $600.00. The Traynor Cab goes for $1065.00 new. Now, I'm undecided between 3

1. Ampeg 410 HLF for $400.00 Can. ( 4 Ohm )
2 Behringer Ultrabass 8-10 for $ 300.00 Can. ( 4 Ohm )
3. Traynor 8-10 (which I HAVE used one) for $600.00 Can.(4 Ohm)

#1 is 65 miles away, # 2 is 55 miles away # 3 is 120 miles away.

There IS a fourth Cab, 60 miles away. Seller says its an Ampeg 410, but doesnt have a camera (how cheap can ya get), and doesnt know the Impedance of the 410. He wants me to drive down there with my Multi-meter and determine the Impedance. BTW... this cab is selling for $150.00 Can. I'm tempted to spend the gas, but would be disapointed if it was an 8 Ohm Cab. I need 4 Ohms for the SVT CL.

Scott

RickenBoogie · #8 07-24-2011, 06:31 PM

Aside from the obvious-ness of a 410 being smaller and fewer spkrs than either of the 810's, there's also the fact that they are completely different cabs, in every way. Each will sound completely different as well. To properly assess the situation, you'd need to play them all. Since that seems unlikely, just scratch the Behringer cab off the list, and focus on the other 2. I'd go with the Traynor myself, but only you know which would suit you better. Alot to learn, I would guess, before you commit to anything.

Spaldo · #9 07-24-2011, 06:34 PM

They're not a bad cab, a mate of mine loaned me one a few years ago.

On the plus side, they are LOUD!

The down sides are - the weight (very heavy MDF construction)
- poor tone (esp the response in the upper mids)

If you're at all fussy about tone, you're better off getting an Ampeg or a Genz Benz.

4StringShooter · #10 07-24-2011, 06:47 PM

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Originally Posted by RickenBoogie

Aside from the obvious-ness of a 410 being smaller and fewer spkrs than either of the 810's, there's also the fact that they are completely different cabs, in every way. Each will sound completely different as well. To properly assess the situation, you'd need to play them all. Since that seems unlikely, just scratch the Behringer cab off the list, and focus on the other 2. I'd go with the Traynor myself, but only you know which would suit you better. Alot to learn, I would guess, before you commit to anything.

A Member on here linked me a vid of him playing his 410 HLF. I liked the tone. As I stated, I HAVE used the Traynor with my SVT CL. IMO...every bit the same cab as the Ampeg 8-10....and $600.00 CHEAPER. The Traynor warranty is second to NONE on " new " gear as well ..

dereksilloway · #11 07-24-2011, 10:04 PM

Id go with any of those other three.
As Rickenboogie said, skip the Behringer. You can do better with those two other options (in my opinion)

4StringShooter · #12 07-25-2011, 04:50 PM

Well, I have found an Ampeg 410 HLF for $300.00. That will be the one. 240 mile round trip. I can always get another 410 HLF later, or pair it with an 8-10 rented Cab for that pounding sound.Wont be the first time I used 12-10s on stage.

The $600.00 8-10 was tempting, but I really dont have anywhere to put the dam thing.

Thanks to all that replied.

RickenBoogie · #13 07-25-2011, 05:51 PM

The 410hlf will make a great platform for the CL, congrats, good choice.

**cheezewiz** · #14 07-25-2011, 06:40 PM

Absolutely. You made the best choice you could.

tribebass · #15 07-25-2011, 10:27 PM

If you play five string bass I would absolutely not recommend the Ultrabass 8-10. I had one as backline once and even with a just 200W amp (not tube) it could not handle the low notes. With just four strings it is OK and maybe even good for the money if you get it cheap, but not for use with a five string. Then the HLF is a better choice, it can give much more deep bas without sounding bad from just 4 speakers than the 8 speakers of the Behringer.

Rafael · #16 07-26-2011, 10:20 AM

Those cabs went on clearance years ago for nearly nothing. I came across a pair of them, and set them up in our rehearsal space and they were amazing. We played an outdoor show and one on each side of the stage looked VERY impressive [after I removed the Behringer logos.....] and sounded pretty good. Not the best sounding cab, but certainly up to the job.

Downsides: Super heavy, like over 100# each. Built in casters that were a complete joke. Flimsy covering that comes off if you look at it wrong. Cheap particle board which means do NOT transport in any kind of precipitation!!

I'd say if you have a space you can plant it in great, but for gigging, not so great....

dereksilloway · #17 07-26-2011, 12:48 PM

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Originally Posted by 4StringShooter

Well, I have found an Ampeg 410 HLF for $300.00. That will be the one. 240 mile round trip. I can always get another 410 HLF later, or pair it with an 8-10 rented Cab for that pounding sound.Wont be the first time I used 12-10s on stage.

Thats whay I do.
I love the thought of a 8x10 but im not a big enough (read strong enough) guy to handle one so I just bought 2 4x10s and stack them. So I have more portability, with the same look.
Plus I can keep on cab at practice and another at home.

silky smoove · #18 07-26-2011, 01:18 PM

I got one as part of a provided backline a couple weeks ago. The head was an Ampeg SVT-2 (non-pro), which I was excited about as it's often described as being an incredible head. The cab was the Behringer Ultrabass 810.

The sound was terrible. Lifeless, with a very narrow frequency response. It did get pretty loud, but not nearly as loud as I would expect an 810 to be. I had to move it to the other side of the stage, which included moving it off of a 6" tall riser, and it was HEAVY. Crazy heavy... but I'm used to an under-40lb cab these days, so my perception might just be skewed.

I didn't have my own gear there to do a comparison, so I can't say for sure if the cab or the head were the culprit (or a combination of both), but I was really disappointed with that setup.

dereksilloway · #19 07-26-2011, 01:44 PM

That situation reminds me of the saying "you cant polish a turd "
The Turd being the cab. The polish, of course is the SVT2.

silky smoove · #20 07-26-2011, 02:02 PM

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Originally Posted by dereksilloway

That situation reminds me of the saying "you cant polish a turd "
The Turd being the cab. The polish, of course is the SVT2.

That's some heavy polish to use on such a big turd