Best small cabinet choice with Genz Benz ShuttleMax 12.0

[Dinosaur Punk]

My master plan is to have the same amp used for both live and practice applications.

I've got the live situation covered (Uber Quad GB 1288T-UQ ).

The ShuttleMax 12 provides 375 watts into 8 ohms.

In looking at the Genz Benz small cabinet options, it looks like only the STL-210T is rated above that. That's 37 lbs.

I was also considering the STL-12T [27 lbs] and the NEOX-112T [36 lbs]

Two questions:
1) I suspect I'll probably be OK running 375 watts into either of the two 300 watt rated cabs. In practice I will never be running anywhere near full power. Anyone doing this? I've read the Amp FAQ, but I am new to digital switching power amps. Any different considerations?

2) Which of these cabs is better for 6-string? (Meaning the low B)

If all these are roughly equal, I'd lean towards the lightest smallest cab, but would definitely carry a few extra pounds for better sound or guaranteed compatibility.

I'm also leaning towards staying with Genz Benz. I know there's tons of other great cabinets out there, but I've had less than stellar results mixing vendor components in the past.

[KJung]

Ignore the power ratings when they are that close between amp and speaker. Zero issues within 100 watts either way.

The NeoX is by far the best of the three cabs you are considering, but it is larger than the other two, and it sounds like it is. It really isn't that much smaller than you 1288, so not sure if that would really help you out with a 'rehearsal' cab.

Between the Shuttle210 and 112, a greatly prefer the 112... fatter in the lows, smoother transition to the tweeter to my ears. So, for maximum portability in the Genz line, and decent tone, the Shuttle 112 would be my choice.

[Dinosaur Punk]

Thanks! Exactly the kind of insight I was looking for.

[deekay911]

Originally Posted by KJung

Ignore the power ratings when they are that close between amp and speaker. Zero issues within 100 watts either way.

The NeoX is by far the best of the three cabs you are considering, but it is larger than the other two, and it sounds like it is. It really isn't that much smaller than you 1288, so not sure if that would really help you out with a 'rehearsal' cab.

Between the Shuttle210 and 112, a greatly prefer the 112... fatter in the lows, smoother transition to the tweeter to my ears. So, for maximum portability in the Genz line, and decent tone, the Shuttle 112 would be my choice.

+1 - this is what I have and I love it..

[Dinosaur Punk]

Originally Posted by deekay911

+1 - this is what I have and I love it..

Clarification - by "this" do you mean the STL-12T ?