Please help with agonizing decision!

[mberlin74]

I currently own an Ampeg 1540 HE Cabinet and an Ampeg SVT 350 H head. I've been over seas for the better part of the last 4 and a half years and finally have time to get this done. The cabinet is like a small fridge and i'm thinking of getting something way smaller. Not to mention I will never need a cabinet that large and will never play anywhere that it would be utilized. Could some of you chime in with your oppinins? I've had some people tell me to not get rid of the cabinet because of it's rarity and also because it's an older Ampeg that's still USA made. Others have said that although its a killer cabinet that will rock the foundation, why keep something you'll never need. I was leaning towards maybe a cabinet with 4 10's and a decent amp. I'd like something with at least a tube pre amp. Markbass or Ampeg (despite quality concerns) are some i've been looking at. I'd probably also get rid of the SVT 350 and just start fresh. I'm at a mjor crossroads and could really use some good advise.
Thanks in advance for any of your help.

[eyeballkid]

If youre wanting to stick with Ampeg.. pick up a SVT 410HE and a used american made SVT3 pro.. if you get em both used your probably gonna drop no more than $800 and the other rig would just about pay for it.
Great tone, and portable and reliable.

[mberlin74]

Thanks for the info. If by some chance I decided to get a single 15 down the road, do you think the 4 pro would be a better choice as it can split the signal(it has two amps)lows to the one cab and highs to the other?

[Marginal Tom]

Between what you could sell your vintage Ampeg for overseas and the money you can save by not shipping it home, you should be able to buy a killer rig of your choice once you get home.

[mberlin74]

Sorry if I made it unclear. I have now returned from overseas and am home in north america. I re read the original post and realized it wasnt worded very well. Sorry about that