G-K Differences between Neo II & MBE Lines?

lbwdog · #1 06-26-2010, 06:51 AM

Comparing the 2x12 cabs, I see the power handling is 600w for either, so I'm wondering if the same drivers are used in both lines. The MBE 2x12 has slightly different dimensions but 20 lbs lighter than it's Neo counterpart.
Has anybody A/B'ed these two lines?

**lowendfriend** · #2 06-26-2010, 06:58 AM

subscribed!

I've got the 212-II

RickenBoogie · #3 06-26-2010, 07:14 AM

The MBE is designed as an ext cab for the Neo combo's. That's it.

mello_bedwetter · #4 06-26-2010, 07:14 AM

Good question. I may try to get one since the MBE seems like it's never coming out. Looks like it's pushed back until 7/30 now.

Smurf-o-Deth · #5 06-26-2010, 07:27 AM

If I'm not mistaken, the MBE cabs also feature a peizo tweeter instead of the horn the Neos have.

Nedmundo · #6 06-26-2010, 07:52 AM

Also, the Neos can use the bi-amp feature (Horn Management System) of the RB heads, whereas the MBE cannot. I think the drivers are different too, with the Neo series using G-K's "Paragon" drivers, which are not mentioned for the MBE series.

I currently have two Neo 112 cabs, but I'm interested in the MBE 212 to go with my new MB-500 head and save some weight. But I love the Neo 112 tone, and wouldn't want to sacrifice much, if any, in that department.

rag · #7 06-26-2010, 04:13 PM

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Originally Posted by Nedmundo

Also, the Neos can use the bi-amp feature (Horn Management System) of the RB heads, whereas the MBE cannot. I think the drivers are different too, with the Neo series using G-K's "Paragon" drivers, which are not mentioned for the MBE series.

I currently have two Neo 112 cabs, but I'm interested in the MBE 212 to go with my new MB-500 head and save some weight. But I love the Neo 112 tone, and wouldn't want to sacrifice much, if any, in that department.

The MBE 210, 212 and 115 use the same drivers as the Neo210, 212 and 115.
Bob

Murph_Orpheus · #8 06-26-2010, 08:24 PM

Slightly off topic, but do the MBX series not use the bi-amp system of the RB heads either?

**B-string** · #9 06-26-2010, 09:07 PM

Does not appear the MBX has the biamp feature. The MBE does not have a tweeter per the spec sheets.

Murph_Orpheus · #10 06-26-2010, 09:11 PM

Don't suppose you have a link to those spec sheets B-string? Had a quick search there but couldn't find anything.

**B-string** · #11 06-26-2010, 09:26 PM

http://www.gallien.com/products_mbx_series.html
http://www.gallien.com/products_mbe_series.html

Links on both to download the spec. sheet.

Murph_Orpheus · #12 06-26-2010, 10:09 PM

Cheers for that!

**B-string** · #13 06-26-2010, 10:14 PM

No trouble, glad to help

Stingray5 · #14 06-27-2010, 09:42 PM

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Originally Posted by RickenBoogie

The MBE is designed as an ext cab for the Neo combo's. That's it.

What do you mean by that? Why couldn't it be used with any compatible amp?

lbwdog · #15 06-28-2010, 06:17 AM

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Originally Posted by B-string

The MBE does not have a tweeter per the spec sheets.

RAG; Is this correct? No tweeter?
So how do the cabinets (Neo 212 vs. 212MBE) compare tonally, in the low through mid frequencies?

rag · #16 06-28-2010, 07:22 AM

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Originally Posted by lbwdog

RAG; Is this correct? No tweeter?
So how do the cabinets (Neo 212 vs. 212MBE) compare tonally, in the low through mid frequencies?

The MBE and MBX cabinets use a peizo tweeter with a switch to turn it on and off. Both cabinets are made from light weight plywood. MBE cabinets are optimized for light weight, are a little smaller than the MBX cabs, use aluminum grills and match up well with the MB Combos. MBE cabinets use the same woofers as the comparable Neo cabinets, the MBX are our low power cabinets and use ceramic speakers. Basic build quality of all our cabinets is the same. The MBE cabinets sound just like the comparable MB combo; they are smaller than the Neo cabinets and therefore have a little bit smaller sound. The MBX cabinets are full size and have a full range sound, but have a lower power rating.
Bob

**B-string** · #17 06-28-2010, 09:45 AM

Thank you rag, no mention of a tweeter at all on the spec sheet.

lbwdog · #18 06-28-2010, 10:26 AM

Thakks Bob...big help.
Due to health conditions, I've got to find the lightest cab with the biggest sound, and when the MB Fusion arrives, i'll sell the Markbass to get it.

Nedmundo · #19 06-28-2010, 10:32 AM

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Originally Posted by lbwdog

Thakks Bob...big help.
Due to health conditions, I've got to find the lightest cab with the biggest sound...

I'll echo on both counts. Thanks for the info Bob. I also have a health issue -- recovering from hernia surgery -- which has prompted my interest in going lighter.

Jim C · #20 06-28-2010, 11:59 AM

You guys think Bob wakes up every morning and asks why he isn't selling boat loads of these cabinets yet?

Sounds like an incredible cabinet at a very low price and I'm anxiously awaiting their arrival!