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Old 10-01-2006, 06:28 AM
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Epifani cabs vs. Wizzy

I read a lot of good things about Epifani Cabs: UL 110 and UL 112.
Can anyone compare those cabs with the Euphonic Audio Wizzy?
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Old 10-01-2006, 08:18 AM
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I have a Wizzy and an Epi UL110. I use them with an iAmp 500. I prefer the sound of the Wizzy (can't really tell you why). The Wizzy is louder (4 ohm vs 8 ohm Epi). The Epi UL110 is lighter. Both do sound very good though. Sorry I can't be more helpful.
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Sorry I can't be more helpful.
it helps. Thank's Freddels for your answer
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Old 10-01-2006, 01:59 PM
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I had the opportunity to try these both yesterday at BassNW. Unfortunately while I had my trusty AI Clarus to use, I didn't have a DB so just judged with Lackland J slab they had in stock.

Between these two, I would have gravitated toward the wizzy more for DB use. Seemed a bit more portable. Cleaner sound and definately more efficient. But I'm not trading my Schro Mini 12+ for one as I find the Schro more versatile and prefer its "voicing" for electric.

Hope this helps. Nothing beats listening to various cabs one after the other and I hope you get a chance to do that before you buy.
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Old 10-03-2006, 01:53 PM
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Thank's for your answer fish slapper.
My question was because: I want to buy a wizzy, but some DB users go with the Epi UL110, and seems happy with it. I wonder if this cab, lighter than the wizzy, could be a better choice for me (DB user).
Even louder (29lbs) you feel the wizzy a bit more portable?
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Old 10-03-2006, 02:56 PM
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Thank's for your answer fish slapper.
My question was because: I want to buy a wizzy, but some DB users go with the Epi UL110, and seems happy with it. I wonder if this cab, lighter than the wizzy, could be a better choice for me (DB user).
Even louder (29lbs) you feel the wizzy a bit more portable?
Yeah, simply because of the shape. Its a little more square and balanced better. Dunno, just my impression. Now that you mention it I don't remember giving the Epi the "lift test" but I did the Wizzi and I thought it was great.

Again, just my impression. If I was buying for just DB, I'd go Wizzie.
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Old 10-03-2006, 09:44 PM
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Yeah, simply because of the shape. Its a little more square and balanced better. Dunno, just my impression. Now that you mention it I don't remember giving the Epi the "lift test" but I did the Wizzi and I thought it was great.

Again, just my impression. If I was buying for just DB, I'd go Wizzie.
Without making any tone comments, the UL110 is only
22 lbs and has a handle in just the right spot on top.
The Wizzy is 6 or 7 lbs heavier and has side handles.
Both boxes are pretty much square. The Epi is a smaller
box.
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Old 10-18-2006, 05:28 PM
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I find the Wizzy to be a pretty great doubling cab. It's a different sound than the Epifani: the Wizzy has a slight midrange bump, whereas the Epifanis tend to have a slight midrange scoop. I own two Wizzy's plus an iAmp 500 head. I've played through the Epifani UL110 and UL112 cabs, and almost bought them, but ended up going the EA route.

You need to play both, honestly, to see for yourself ... although I think it's just as honest to say that you probably can't lose with either of the cabs.

Good Luck!
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