Amp question: Usually run 2 cabs- can I run 1?

[Thejamesjordan]

I have a crown xls 1000 power amp and 2x Aguilar 2x12 cabs. They are both 4 ohm, and I run them in stereo mode from the power amp.

Sometimes the 2 cabs is overkill and I would like to run 1x cab. If I run it mono- bridged to a single cab, Ill be pushing 1100 watts to a cab that can handle 600 watts. I know that is a no- no.

Is there a way for me to run 2 cab without danger to of damaging the head or cab?

Thanks,

[Oren Hudson]

First - this should be posted in the Amps section. Not a big deal, but more "amp" folks likely to see it there. It'll probably get moved by a Mod.

In any event, as long as the one cab's ohm load is not below your amp's mininum ohm load, you're OK. Simply put, just let your ears be your guide as to volume and overdrive. When that happens, it's time to back off on something, more than likely, volume or bass EQ. As long as you keep that in focus, no damage should happen.

[Wallace320]

Never run a cab below your head minimum ohm impedance; then never run a cab below your head power program output

Other than that you're almost ok

Cheers,
Wallace

[fourstringbliss]

Originally Posted by Thejamesjordan

I have a crown xls 1000 power amp and 2x Aguilar 2x12 cabs. They are both 4 ohm, and I run them in stereo mode from the power amp.

Sometimes the 2 cabs is overkill and I would like to run 1x cab. If I run it mono- bridged to a single cab, Ill be pushing 1100 watts to a cab that can handle 600 watts. I know that is a no- no.

Is there a way for me to run 2 cab without danger to of damaging the head or cab?

Thanks,

Try running it like you always do and just disconnect one cab. that way the remaining cab will still be getting the watts it usually gets.