Lay down the cash for a beat up SVT Classic 810?

[aaronhutson]

8x10 Ampeg SVT Classic Bass Cabinet

The problem i have with it is that it is so beat up. It makes me wonder if its the outside beat up or the inside too.

I have never owned an svt before so im not too knowledgeable about them. So some advice on the condition would be great! Is it too risky or overpriced? I would put a new cloth on it for sure.. maybe even re tolex in tweed or something cool. Or maybe not.

Advice please!

[DudeWheresMy182]

Seems like a good price, dont worry about the tolex, that happens a lot!

[JimmyM]

Looks like an early or mid 90's cab, eh? They do sound excellent, those earlier SLM cabs. But man, that thing's pretty beat for $450. I wouldn't pay it.

[sad_katz]

I'd test the cab first and see if it's salvage-able and can still make sound.


Then re-neg for lower price. As much as I like SVT 810s and your idea of restoring it, I am not gonna pay it for $450. I'd get it at $250~$300 max if it really is still functional.

[Baird6869]

Originally Posted by JimmyM

Looks like an early or mid 90's cab, eh? They do sound excellent, those earlier SLM cabs. But man, that thing's pretty beat for $450. I wouldn't pay it.

+1

Ones in excellent shape can be had for $600-800.

This one looks abused as well as roadworn.

[Alex1984]

I paid more than that for my flatback, and mine had NO tolex left on it whatsoever. Still sounds great though.

[RFord04]

I wouldn't. I got one in great condition for $500, and you find these all the time for that price. I'd say $300-$350 would be more reasonable in this condition, because that thing is beat to hell. I know that some dings and tears are normal, but this is soooo bad....

[JimmyM]

Originally Posted by Alex1984

I paid more than that for my flatback, and mine had NO tolex left on it whatsoever. Still sounds great though.

You got a flatback, though. This is a 90's 810e.

[I<34080]

I don't know man, I got one in near perfect condition for $450, maybe you can talk him down

[bolophonic]

If that thing is really less than 20 years old, then I would offer half. How many times has that thing been dropped down the stairs?

[christw]

My 810E ('98 OSB) was a lot more beat up. Then again, I paid $75 for it. I paid $400 for my flatback (no tolex) with original CTS. $450 for that thing? No way.

[aaronhutson]

Cool. Honestly, thats what I was hoping to hear. But I wasnt sure because I havent owned any ampeg stuff myself. I'll see what (of if) I can talk him down to.

I was thinking, if i did do it, i would restore it. Maybe re tolex. But then I got to thinking some more. The band Hundredth has their cabs covered with fake snakeskin. At least I would assume its fake. But seeing as Im an okie, what would you think if you saw that bad boy covered in cowhide? Im talking stereotypical dairy cow black and white. Then Paint a white grill cloth to match?

Sound cheezy enough?

[JimmyM]

You could do that. Might look cool.

[aaronhutson]

Of course, thats just me getting my hopes up. I gotta see how low I can get him to go, justify it, and then see what repairs it needs as well as finding a leather shop around here. Or at least someone with an extra cow.. Ha.

[JimmyM]

I would never use real cowhide for that. It would shrink, especially if you're keeping it in a hot vehicle for periods of time.

[aaronhutson]

Good point.. I goes i got excited.. Ha. What would you recommend for getting the look and feel of cowhide?

[JimmyM]

Call Chik Fil-A

Maybe something like this:

Flock Cow Hide Design Upholstery Vinyl Fabric

[aaronhutson]

I talked to the guy and he said he'd sell it for 400. But that wasnt enough to convince me. He said if i knew anything about the cabs i would know that my grandson will still be using it years from now. But i cant justify paying that for a beat up cab..

[Von Felgenhauer]

There is a great looking one on Tampa Craigslist for $500 it trade for matching 210's.