Disappointed in my GK Neo 212 - Page 4

**Chef** · #61 12-07-2012, 05:40 PM

I'd put the 15 on top.
The 115 is rated for slightly less power, so you want to be able to hear it complain, if it does.
Also, the 15 isn't tuned any deeper than the 212 IIRC.

scottfeldstein · #62 12-07-2012, 05:41 PM

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Originally Posted by 2milehighspike

Which cab would you put on top?

The 15 almost certainly. It's the one that's going to fail first at high volume so you'll want to hear that happening before you blow it.

2milehighspike · #63 12-07-2012, 05:43 PM

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Originally Posted by scottfeldstein

The 15 almost certainly. It's the one that's going to fail first at high volume so you'll want to hear that happening before you blow it.

RRRRIGHT!, near field monitoring for destruction

scottfeldstein · #64 12-07-2012, 05:45 PM

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Originally Posted by 2milehighspike

RRRRIGHT!, near field monitoring for destruction

Which is now also going to be the name of my new post-punk neo-math rock band.

ThisBass · #65 12-07-2012, 06:02 PM

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Originally Posted by iScott

Long story short... For what I'm doing this cab is not loud/powerful enough. I'm using a 6 string Spector and a GK 1001 head. It is perfect for the smaller gigs, no doubt. But for outdoor or larger gigs, it's not even close. I never feel confident that the cab isn't going to "fart" when I hit a not on the low b string (it starts doing that about about 50% volume). The size and weight of this cab makes it perfect for me to haul around in my car. But the price I paid doesn't justify the uses or the lack of power.

My current solution idea: Buy an old Blazer and then buy an 8x10.

What's it like your band members?

2milehighspike · #66 12-07-2012, 06:37 PM

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Originally Posted by scottfeldstein

Which is now also going to be the name of my new post-punk neo-math rock band.

No way, I thought of it first, damn, the copyright office is closed.

scottfeldstein · #67 12-07-2012, 06:40 PM

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Originally Posted by 2milehighspike

No way, I thought of it first

Our first album.

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damn, the copyright office is closed.

First single.

2milehighspike · #68 12-07-2012, 07:02 PM

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Our first album.

First single.

AAAAAHHHH!!! My wife always says I should keep my mouth shut, too bad she said nuthin bout my fingers

**HeavyDuty** · #69 12-07-2012, 08:38 PM

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Originally Posted by Chef

True: the 212 under/112 over works really well.

I was thinking about doing this, but a few posts in other threads seemed to discourage it. You've had good experience?

I really like the idea...

scottfeldstein · #70 12-07-2012, 08:51 PM

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Originally Posted by HeavyDuty

I was thinking about doing this, but a few posts in other threads seemed to discourage it. You've had good experience?

I really like the idea...

I haven't tried it myself, but smart people here have--and like it.

I suspect that they're right about how it sounds. But i think one would have to understand what one is doing and to operate the rig within certain parameters. Knowing, for example, that the 112 can take approximately half the punishment of the 212, is probably important against the advent of blowing your sh*t up. You'd want to make it sing just right...and no further.

**Versatek6** · #71 12-07-2012, 09:04 PM

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Originally Posted by Chef

"212/115"

I think that would work every bit as well, or, better

The classic Norm Stockton pairing.

Pedulla-Player · #72 12-08-2012, 12:15 AM

It looks like my Uber410 is going to sell so I ordered two GK Neo 112-II cabs to go with my new Fusion 550. I've heard a lot of people raving about these cabs. For what I'm selling the Uber for it pretty much covers most of the price of the two GK cabs. I never played cabinets rated at only 300 watts so I'm hoping that they will be able to handle my bigger bar and outdoor gigs because I sure don't want to blow them up! I do have PA support so for the bigger gigs I'm thinking they will be more of a stage monitor fer me. Any thoughts on this...?

**Chef** · #73 12-08-2012, 01:09 AM

Done it.
Dig it.

I think TomB and Vic have as well.

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Originally Posted by HeavyDuty

I was thinking about doing this, but a few posts in other threads seemed to discourage it. You've had good experience?

I really like the idea...

Downunderwonder · #74 12-08-2012, 02:03 AM

If the 1x12 has twice the impedance of the 2x12 you're good as far as matching the power through each driver, but adding a single to the 2x12 isn't adding very much extra to the total output if you're looking to carry a bigger room.

The main benefit is probably getting some speaker into ear height, which you could do by putting the 2x12 up on a $10 stool.

**Chef** · #75 12-08-2012, 06:47 AM

Ah, so you've tried it with those cabs then?

scottfeldstein · #76 12-08-2012, 07:47 AM

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Originally Posted by Downunderwonder

If the 1x12 has twice the impedance of the 2x12 you're good ...

I suppose you would be good, yeah. But that's not what we're talking about here. We're talking about a pair of 8 ohm cabs. A 112 on top of a 212. Weird. Possibly even dangerous in the wrong hands. But according to some...sounds great.

scottfeldstein · #77 12-08-2012, 08:13 AM

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Originally Posted by Pedulla-Player

I never played cabinets rated at only 300 watts so I'm hoping that they will be able to handle my bigger bar and outdoor gigs because I sure don't want to blow them up! I do have PA support so for the bigger gigs I'm thinking they will be more of a stage monitor fer me. Any thoughts on this...?

I think it'll be great. But boy do I hear your concern. Like you, I have a bad back. But ever since I was 14 and had my little Peavey combo blown away by guitarist pals in the basement I vowed that I would never go hungry again--I mean, not have enough rig for the gig. A pair of 12" drivers make me nervous. Even though I've seen plenty of guys--members here, even--totally dominate a room with a pair of Aguilar 112s. It seems like the rig of choice these days. Bass cabs must be better designed today than they were 30 years ago.

I can't see myself owning another 410. i'm probably selling the one I have later this afternoon. It just makes no sense for me to own a cab that I can't safely move anymore.

**HeavyDuty** · #78 12-08-2012, 08:17 AM

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Originally Posted by scottfeldstein

I suppose you would be good, yeah. But that's not what we're talking about here. We're talking about a pair of 8 ohm cabs. A 112 on top of a 212. Weird. Possibly even dangerous in the wrong hands. But according to some...sounds great.

Scott, let me know if you want to try it first hand - I need to make a Reynold's Pasty run soon.

Jack · #79 12-08-2012, 08:37 AM

I did the 1x12 and 2x12 with the original GK neos and loved it. As others have said, listen for the 1x12 complaining and you'll be golden.

NYCbassist · #80 12-08-2012, 08:43 AM

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Originally Posted by mike3715bass

I was thinking of purchasing a neo 212 , mainly to cut down the footprint on stage and the ease of loading and transporting in the car . But now I think I will stay with my twin 410's - running one cab at the small shows ( stacked - top cab ) and running both at the large ones ( stacked ), at 4 ohms I get approx 700watts ( LOUD ENOUGH TO MATCH THE TWIN GUITARISTS I HAVE TO COMPETE WITH ). I try to run the smaller gigs with one cab ( the stacked one as its closer to my ears . All the previous suggestions have merit .

+1 on the 2 4x10's. I used 2 Hartke 4X10's for a ton of very loud gigs. Peavey Firebass 700 watt head was killer too. It all fit into my '01 Jetta no problem. Yes it's true 2 4X10's in a Jetta.