Small cabs???

michaelgilleran · #1 07-16-2010, 06:36 PM

Hello friends.

Recently I purchased a Kustom Groove600 (GREAT amp may I say. Right now Im using my drums 1x15, which sounds good, but has confirmed my desire for a 4x10

Now, I know what sound Im going for, so I dont need help with that. Where my problems start is with the fact that I have a 2 door toyata celica. For those who dont know, its a SMALL car. So does anyone know of a 4x10 thats pretty small?

If worst comes to worst, I can probably take my front seat out, but Id like to avoid that if I can

Mr. Foxen · #2 07-16-2010, 06:38 PM

Probably can do smaller and as good/better with a config other than 4x10.

michaelgilleran · #3 07-16-2010, 08:06 PM

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Originally Posted by Mr. Foxen

Probably can do smaller and as good/better with a config other than 4x10.

Like 2x10 and a 15?

waleross · #4 07-16-2010, 08:28 PM

+1 on the 210's and 115......I got rid of my Ampeg micro head but kept the(2) 210 micro cabs. These are 8ohms and they are are movable as bookcase speakers. Perfect for light gigs and compact cars.

cb56 · #5 07-16-2010, 08:35 PM

Consider getting two 112 cabs, I can fit my whole rig in the back of a ford focus hatchback.

michaelgilleran · #6 07-16-2010, 08:37 PM

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Originally Posted by waleross

+1 on the 210's and 115......I got rid of my Ampeg micro head but kept the(2) 210 micro cabs. These are 8ohms and they are are movable as bookcase speakers. Perfect for light gigs and compact cars.

Apparently my amp does all the rating itself so I dont have to worry that much about the whole ohms business.

I dont know a TON about how to match heads and cabs, but basically, if I wanted a 210 and a 115 and have them handle a 600w load, then how would I go about doing that?

Also, what are some recommended cabs? I know I like eminence speakers, but I have an open mind. I just need a list of things to try really.

Barrblues · #7 07-16-2010, 08:37 PM

Can only Say roof Rack

honestjohnny · #8 07-16-2010, 08:47 PM

Get two 210's.

FighttheSilence · #9 07-16-2010, 09:47 PM

2 1x12 get my vote. GK, Aggie, Berg, and Mesa make them, aswell as many others.

::::BASSIST:::: · #10 07-17-2010, 02:50 AM

The smallest 410 is likely the schroeder 410bmf. You might want to look that one up. I think its spec'd to be 51LBS.

However, I agree with the 112 x 2 stack. Thats what I do. I drive a small toyota corolla and can EASILY get each cab in. My cabs are epi UL112s and weigh 30LBS each. They have never let me down as to volume and tone.

tony_clifton · #11 07-17-2010, 03:21 AM

For really small check out the Orange Isobarics

lomo · #12 07-17-2010, 06:20 AM

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Originally Posted by tony_clifton

For really small check out the Orange Isobarics

These are not only small, but heavy and expensive when you consider the physics: the isobaric config means that their 212 is as loud as a regular 112, their 210 a 110, etc. IMO your best bet is either a pair of 210s or 212s

rhopper · #13 07-17-2010, 08:02 AM

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Originally Posted by lomo

These are not only small, but heavy and expensive when you consider the physics: the isobaric config means that their 212 is as loud as a regular 112, their 210 a 110, etc. IMO your best bet is either a pair of 210s or 212s

Have you ever played one before?

My opinion through actual use...

Small... YES (can fit in any car seat)
Heavy... YES (If you consider 45lbs heavy)
Expensive... YES
A 112 just as loud... NO (this cab packs alot of low end)

Again, just my opinion.

perkidan · #14 07-17-2010, 11:06 AM

I have a Toyota Camry and I have been using two Eden 1-12's and everything fits in the back with room to spare. I love it

pasta4lnch · #15 07-17-2010, 11:13 AM

what about a MB NY212 - would probably be more than enough for most gigs. or 2 traveler 210's. they are as small as you're gonna get, plus you can just bring one on smaller gigs.

i've been in favor of the 2 smaller cabs lately. got a gs112 and i'm going to sell my avatar 212 for another!

BassmanPaul · #16 07-17-2010, 11:18 AM

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Originally Posted by michaelgilleran

2 door toyota celica. For those who dont know, its a SMALL car. So does anyone know of a 4x10 thats pretty small?

Think about going with a pair of 2x10s They add up to a 4x10 but are more flexible for transport. I got my whole rig into a Chrysler Neon without a problem.

Paul

michaelgilleran · #17 07-17-2010, 06:23 PM

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Originally Posted by BassmanPaul

Think about going with a pair of 2x10s They add up to a 4x10 but are more flexible for transport. I got my whole rig into a Chrysler Neon without a problem.

Paul

My only concern about the 2 2x10's is this. If I run 2 cabs at 8 ohms, then my head is running at 4 ohms, correct? And this means my signal starts to muddy. Id like to keep the signal at 8 ohms if I can.

Is there any configuration where I can have 2 2x10s and still get say...300w out of the head at 8 ohms?

Mr. Foxen · #18 07-17-2010, 06:34 PM

No reason why signal should get muddy at 4 ohms, unless you head isn't supposed to run at 4 ohm, or it is clogged and not cooling, so suffering at 4 ohm. Can get 4 ohm 2x10s, can rewire them to 16 ohm each, as they'll have a pair of 8 ohm drivers.

Dinky 12s are really good though, they aren't so many poor quality options in the 1x12 bass cab range. Those Aguilars should be really good.

Bass_Pounder · #19 07-17-2010, 06:40 PM

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Originally Posted by michaelgilleran

My only concern about the 2 2x10's is this. If I run 2 cabs at 8 ohms, then my head is running at 4 ohms, correct? And this means my signal starts to muddy. Id like to keep the signal at 8 ohms if I can.

Say what

michaelgilleran · #20 07-17-2010, 06:45 PM

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Originally Posted by Bass_Pounder

Say what

Im still new to this whole head/cab thing

:. Ive been playing large combos all my life so sorry if Im being confusing