Best 410 cab for Ampeg SVT Cl

uncle woody · #1 03-06-2011, 05:48 AM

I have 800$ to spend and I've been looking for a good 410 cab. I play rock and the Hlf seems too muddy. The 810 would be ideal but its just too heavy

Any suggestions?
I'm thinking of getting the eden 410ex, is this a good idea?

RickenBoogie · #2 03-06-2011, 08:22 AM

Whatever you get, make sure it's a 4 ohm cab.

BassBob1 · #3 03-06-2011, 08:49 AM

If you wannt to keep it ampeg check the PN410 hlf. The neo magnet drivers will make the cab very light weight. I think they are about 1000 bucks though.... Never played one but ampeg has a demo video on youtube.

I have the classic HLF with a SVT 7 pro. I don't find the need to have the bass above noon. mid selector at #3. mids at about 2 o'clock. Treble at about 1. Both ultra hi and lo off. No mud for me. The hlf sure doesnt sound like the 810e though but nothing really does IMO.

The mesa powerhouse 410 is very nice but also a little out of your price range. Are you set on a 410? The mesa ph 212 is very nice IMO. very punchy a clear, it's also around 800 bucks.

those cabs are what i would check out. Hope it helps.

jastacey · #4 03-06-2011, 08:49 AM

The best cab is a Berg NV 610, it's just a little bigger that any 410, granted it's not a 410, but is easy to move around and fits in the back seat of most cars, and they can be found used for the price your willin' to pay ..... even if you don't buy one, you should at least try one ... IMHO

waleross · #5 03-06-2011, 09:13 AM

I run an Ampeg 410hlf and for extra bottom a Fender 215Pro which is not much heavier than the 410 but is a great cab.

uncle woody · #6 03-06-2011, 09:18 AM

Thanks for the replies.

I guess the best thing to do is to buy the Hlf, but I heard they're kind of heavy too. Will this be a problem seeing I have to do stairs pretty often?

I was also thinking about the Golight, but the head would be bigger then the cab and I dont want it to be ugly either

Smurf-o-Deth · #7 03-06-2011, 10:02 AM

How about two SVT 210-AVs? Fridge sound, lightweight, comes in under budget.

BassBob1 · #8 03-06-2011, 12:08 PM

The hlf is a heavy about 100lbs i think. I have done very narrow stair cases with mine by myself and it is a royal PITA. (I'm a pretty big guy with a good back for now) This cab wasn't designed with narrow stair cases in mind but it doesn't bother me. With help its not too bad but still not the most fun thing to do. The tilt back caster design can be a little awkward because the cab isnt that tall. As i see it those are the only draw backs. If you are willing to lug the SVT Cl around its worth it. I really think the HLF is a great cab. You will have all the low end you ever need. As with anything, you have to eq to the room you are playing. Try and keep the cab a way from walls and corners to reduce some of the boom you might get. I think you'll enjoy it but just in case buy it from a place with a good return policy. Try it at a gig and at practice and if you dont like it, take it back. Or you can really save some money if you buy used. They can be had quite cheap sometimes.

uncle woody · #9 03-06-2011, 12:20 PM

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Originally Posted by BassBob1

The hlf is a heavy about 100lbs i think. I have done very narrow stair cases with mine by myself and it is a royal PITA. (I'm a pretty big guy with a good back for now) This cab wasn't designed with narrow stair cases in mind but it doesn't bother me. With help its not too bad but still not the most fun thing to do. The tilt back caster design can be a little awkward because the cab isnt that tall. As i see it those are the only draw backs. If you are willing to lug the SVT Cl around its worth it. I really think the HLF is a great cab. You will have all the low end you ever need. As with anything, you have to eq to the room you are playing. Try and keep the cab a way from walls and corners to reduce some of the boom you might get. I think you'll enjoy it but just in case buy it from a place with a good return policy. Try it at a gig and at practice and if you dont like it, take it back. Or you can really save some money if you buy used. They can be had quite cheap sometimes.

Ok the Hlf it is, thanks for the help guys.

ButtUglyJeff · #10 03-06-2011, 12:38 PM

I believe the HLF is 85lbs. I would mess with the tweeter output, as I think it just needs a boost to eliminate the "muddiness" you're hearing.

Rockmusician · #11 03-06-2011, 12:40 PM

SVT 410 HLF. Great cabinet. It's heavy but easy to transport.

JimmyM · #12 03-06-2011, 01:12 PM

the newer 410hlf cabs since the move overseas don't seem quite as muddy as the ones before, so i might suggest trying a newer one first.