New Rig Day - Bergantino IP212

MrDOS · #1 12-16-2011, 08:31 PM

I just can't resist posting the new arrival - Bergantino IP212. These are heavy!

MysticMichael · #2 12-16-2011, 08:37 PM

...and just about the "Holy Grail" of bass rigs too. At least from what I've gathered...

What kind of preamp are you using with it? How's she sound?

MM

MrDOS · #3 12-16-2011, 08:40 PM

And here's the whole fam damily

Left:
QSC PLX-2402 Power Amplifier
Bergantino 2X12 prototype (no horn)
Bergantino HT310

Right:
Crest CA9
Korg DTR1 tuner
Demeter VTBP-201s tube preamp
Aphex 204
dbx 166XL Compressor

Furman PL-Plus Power Conditioner
Alembic F-1X Tube Preamp
dbx 266XL Compressor
QSC PLX1602 Power Amplifier
Bergantino IP212

MrDOS · #4 12-16-2011, 08:44 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MysticMichael

...and just about the "Holy Grail" of bass rigs too. At least from what I've gathered...

What kind of preamp are you using with it? How's she sound?

MM

I'm going to plug it in now! But my experience with these Berg cabs is that you appreciate them even more at the gig

MrDOS · #5 12-16-2011, 09:13 PM

IP212

OK - I'm sure there's plenty of reviews of it elsewhere, but here's my first impressions.
1) It's LOUD. Amazing volume, but I won't know for sure until I compete with two guitars and a drum kit
2) CHORDS -- I can't recall plying an Ab5 and having it so clear in a bass rig!
Referring to the "have scales ruined music thread," maybe they are dyads or harmonies

-- but I'm very impressed.

Have scales ruined music?

3) I'm hearing more nuances of my bass preamp than before. I may need to have the tube replaced!

I'll have a full report after I play a loud rock club Saturday night!

chadds · #6 12-17-2011, 05:07 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MrDOS

IP212

OK - I'm sure there's plenty of reviews of it elsewhere, but here's my first impressions.
1) It's LOUD. Amazing volume, but I won't know for sure until I compete with two guitars and a drum kit
2) CHORDS -- I can't recall plying an Ab5 and having it so clear in a bass rig!
Referring to the "have scales ruined music thread," maybe they are dyads or harmonies

-- but I'm very impressed.

Have scales ruined music?

3) I'm hearing more nuances of my bass preamp than before. I may need to have the tube replaced!

I'll have a full report after I play a loud rock club Saturday night!

Oh yeah. Good score!
A large IP is quite sufficient, with full low end and punch outside with no PA support or stage back shell.
Good holiday present to yourself and listeners.
What pre are you using?

MrDOS · #7 12-17-2011, 08:29 AM

Primarily the gig rack with the Demeter VTBP-201s. I will try out the Alembic today just for fun

**Jeremy Allen** · #8 12-17-2011, 11:24 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MrDOS

Primarily the gig rack with the Demeter VTBP-201s.

That's a GREAT sounding rig. I preferred the Demeter to the Kern or the Read Purity with my IP112/HT112.

**pacojas** · #9 12-17-2011, 11:37 AM

love it!!!

Dan Knowlton · #10 12-17-2011, 02:18 PM

Looking at the pics of the rest of your rigs - what are you doing complaining the IP212 is heavy?

Just kidding...

Dan K.

Quote:

Originally Posted by MrDOS

I just can't resist posting the new arrival - Bergantino IP212. These are heavy!

MrDOS · #11 12-17-2011, 03:34 PM

LOL
The 2X12 I've been using is quite light. I had plans to install Neo 12s but decided it was not needed. It doesn't even have casters!

chadds · #12 12-17-2011, 08:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dan Knowlton

Looking at the pics of the rest of your rigs - what are you doing complaining the IP212 is heavy?

Just kidding...

Dan K.

I was thinking the same thing.

Seriously it's 3 lbs. less than a SWR Goliath III with 1000 w amp built in. The Ampegs weigh more. You need two GIIIs to do what one large Berg IP can do. I speak from experience.

jsbarber · #13 12-18-2011, 10:42 AM

Just out of curiosity, has anyone compared the IP212 to the modular IP112 or IP112ER versions with the extension cabs?

Jim

MrDOS · #14 12-18-2011, 10:56 AM

Gig report
We played at a hard rock club famous for high volume. I heard myself more clearly than ever. The IP amp has a unique quality that reminds me of the first time I heard Meyer PA gear with woofer cone feedback control (Servo-driven speakers).

With the casters on, the weight was not an issue. Setup time was reduced without having to carry in the Crest Amp, too.

So glad I purchased this cab!

Bassflute · #15 12-18-2011, 11:05 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MrDOS

Gig report
We played at a hard rock club famous for high volume. I heard myself more clearly than ever. The IP amp has a unique quality that reminds me of the first time I heard Meyer PA gear with woofer cone feedback control (Servo-driven speakers).

With the casters on, the weight was not an issue. Setup time was reduced without having to carry in the Crest Amp, too.

So glad I purchased this cab!

Summit Summit Summit...

Summit Audio 2ba-221

Cheers,
Cameron

chadds · #16 12-18-2011, 05:57 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Bassflute

Summit Summit Summit...

Summit Audio 2ba-221

Cheers,
Cameron

Oh, Cameron!
If I'm not waxing on about the Bergs you steal my parking space to talk about the great great Summit on the Bergs. Who's consistent? What's up Bruh?!

chadds · #17 12-18-2011, 06:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by jsbarber

Just out of curiosity, has anyone compared the IP212 to the modular IP112 or IP112ER versions with the extension cabs?

Jim

Jung of Jive Sound said the IP112 ER with EX112 ERs get really close to the bigger Bergs. I love the original IP112/EX112 for exactly what it does in terms of portability, small footprint on stage and in transportation. Their seismic ability is outstanding but the bigger IPs don't even care when they are outside.