GK 212MBE ? question(s) - Page 3

Jim C · #41 05-17-2010, 05:10 PM

For the record MF says the 1x15MBE is 200 watts / 33 lbs.
The man says 400 watts / 29 lbs.

I'm going with the man on this one.
Could this be the cabinet that parks my TL606 once and for all?
Even if these suck a little, it's quite the deal.
Compared to the Golights, these things are a steal; wonder how the marketing guys at SWR / Fender are feeling about moving some units right now!

unbasslichkeit · #42 05-18-2010, 09:46 AM

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Originally Posted by Jim C

For the record MF says the 1x15MBE is 200 watts / 33 lbs.
The man says 400 watts / 29 lbs.

Also now 8 ohms instead of 4.
Does this mean you'll not get the full 200 watts @ 4 ohms out of the MB 200 with just one MBE115?

I've got both on order at GC right now, so I'm very curious.

miner49er11 · #43 05-18-2010, 11:12 AM

I need someone to just give a 'yes' or 'no' answer, if possible. I have a 210MBE on order from RMC (hoping to have it by the 4th of July?), and a Seymour Duncan Bass 400 amp (NOT the bi-amped version). Are they compatible? Tweeter on the MBE can be switched on or off, correct? I'm getting concerned... But the MB-500 at less than 4 lbs is sounding better all the time, 'weigh' lighter than my Bass 400...

tallboybass · #44 05-18-2010, 11:18 AM

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Originally Posted by miner49er11

I need someone to just give a 'yes' or 'no' answer, if possible. I have a 210MBE on order from RMC (hoping to have it by the 4th of July?), and a Seymour Duncan Bass 400 amp (NOT the bi-amped version). Are they compatible? Tweeter on the MBE can be switched on or off, correct? I'm getting concerned... But the MB-500 at less than 4 lbs is sounding better all the time, 'weigh' lighter than my Bass 400...

Then why not consider the MB210 combo? If you had an MB-500 + MBE210 you'd end up paying a lot more for less convenience. Just sayin'...

miner49er11 · #45 05-18-2010, 08:13 PM

Right, I'm hearin' ya... Guess I could buy the combo, and with the extension cab I'd be all set! Thanks. As to my original question, can I use the 210MBE with my Bass 400, no problems... until I can spring for the MB210!

tallboybass · #46 05-18-2010, 08:53 PM

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Originally Posted by miner49er11

Right, I'm hearin' ya... Guess I could buy the combo, and with the extension cab I'd be all set! Thanks. As to my original question, can I use the 210MBE with my Bass 400, no problems... until I can spring for the MB210!

Yes, yes you can....as soon as it is released, and we really don't know WHEN that might be.

bass4u · #47 08-12-2010, 04:38 PM

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Originally Posted by thudfromafar

What about the 112?

I agree. If they make a MBE 112, I'll buy two. For me that option allows me to tailor my rig for the venue. I really prefer the sound of 12" speakers for bass now. For years I always used 10"s.

markdanson · #48 07-05-2011, 03:32 AM

Just registered to put in a quick review on this thread as its the top result (for me, at least) when searching for the 212mbe, and Ive seen barely any actual user reviews anywhere for it (theres a couple of threads here on TB but hey, another one can't hurt).

Received my 8ohm cab last week, had a gig to test it out with over the weekend, and was generally very happy - both with the size/weight combo, and the sound.

I'm used to 10" speakers (previously a trace 4x10 combo and an eden d210 - both up for sale now, i guess!), and whilst there is a noticeable drop in the high end in comparison, it also feels like a much smoother tone - feels more like an actual 'bass amp', if that makes sense. This is through the Orange terror bass 500w and a fender P, btw.

I saw someone comment about the handle strap being a bit awkward - this is true; whilst the cab is very light compared to others, its still quite tall, so can be a bit difficult to carry with one arm. I imagine a second strap on the side would make it more manageable, but then you'd be flipping it over all the time to lift, so who knows.

The covering material also feels a bit cheap on first glance, making me worry a bit for its longevity, and as there appears to be no covers available for it here in the uk, could be an issue long-term.

BUT otherwise, as I said, a fantastic value cab. didnt have a chance to compare to the neo 212, but FWIW, my opinion there's still a great arse-end to the sound on this model. Felt like i took a risk buying blind (or deaf), but overall i'm very pleased.

askrere · #49 06-20-2012, 08:16 PM

Bit of a bump, but I was looking into getting one of these 2x12's I have a mb200 right now, but I was thinking of getting maybe two 8 ohm versions.

From what I read the GK guy himself says you can't mix these cabs with other brands? I ask because I want to buy a bass terror like the guy above me and I'll be using a P bass as well.

is one 4 ohm 2x12 loud or since I can get the money should I spring for two 8 ohms as planned?

bassman1185 · #50 06-21-2012, 07:35 AM

You can use GK with other brands, but you may lose some of their capabilities, like the biamping setup. Generally speaking, amp companies design their amps to compliment their cabs, but essentially every amp and cab on the market today will have speakon and/or 1/4" ins and outs, so as long as your connections work and the impedances line up, you'll be good to go.

TravTrav · #51 09-03-2012, 07:09 PM

Just wondering if anyone is using a 212MBE, and how they're digging it so far. Also, if anyone has had experience with the MBE and NEO 212s I'd love to hear your opinions...

B-string · #52 09-03-2012, 09:37 PM

The NEO212 has been awesome for me so far. Good lows, solid punch, articulate lows and mids, good highs and excellent power handling. I like it almost as much as my NEO412......almost.

Jeb · #53 11-25-2012, 04:32 PM

Been gigging this 212mbe cab for about a year now. At least 50 times in and out of the van and 4 hours of power up and push in between. I play the standard bar, festival type stuff and currently with an old school soul/RnB/funk type outfit. My basses are Fender and EBMM and I top the cab with a Carvin BX500.

Any player who's loaded in and out night after night would appreciate this cab. If you don't do that, then you can't appreciate the value. I replaced my 150lb rig with this cab and the Carvin. If I'm playing in my bedroom and trying to capture every little nuance of my tone then maybe I'd be more critical. But I don't do that. I go to work on weekends to play live in front of real people with a real band. And what do I dread? Load in. Hate it. I can't stand having to haul gear, its the worse part of playing live. And maybe I'm not as critical of my gear as other players (other than my basses) because I am more concerned about my actual playing, but this rig has served me very well. I always have PA support so I have never had to push this head/cab combo to the "max" but it always powers up and gives a great mid forward punch that is easy to hear on stage. Enough thump to keep me smiling. Great stuff, couldn't ask for more. Especially for the price. BX500 in a laptop bag over my shoulder and the GK 212MBE in one hand, bass in the other. One trip and I'm done.

My complaint to GK? Put the handle on the side!!

Anyone see the GK 212MBE-II yet? Its on sweetwater

askrere · #54 11-28-2012, 10:08 PM

Got two of the last Phase I GK MBE 212's, and a Carvin BX500 as well. Waiting for the semester to end so I can play it all during the holiday and bring it up with me.

What kind of power are you guys getting out of these? Any issues when using 500+ watt amps turned up and pedals?