Everyone's got a preference but would like opinions.
15" combo speaker
2x10" combo speaker
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15" combo speaker
2x10" combo speaker
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15” speaker combo v 2x10” speaker combo
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if it's from the same brand and series at the same power then they should be fairly "equal".
the 2x10 might have a slight advantage as it has two voice coils driving similar speaker cone area instead of one.
the 2x10 might have a slight advantage as it has two voice coils driving similar speaker cone area instead of one.
Having used both....the answer is neither.
Giggable combos are too heavy and very limiting in terms of flexibility, repair and upgrading.
Giggable combos are too heavy and very limiting in terms of flexibility, repair and upgrading.
What??? My 40-lb Fender Stage 800 offers me tons of flexibility, has been rock-solid in terms of working consistency and gives me the flexibility to add cabs (meaning one or two additional) depending on my needs. I'm very happy with it.
BTW, there are two 10" Eminence speakers inside.
All things being equal, and they never are, I prefer the sound of a 115 over a 210, whether its in a combo or separates.
I currently own an Ampeg ba210v2 combo to which I've been happy with but when I bought my new 5 string I played it thru an Orange Crush 100 - 1x15". This was a year ago and the sound I was getting from it with my bass has never left my ears and I've since tried to replicate it with really no luck. Which is why I'm where I'm at now.
Sounds like you need to get an orange crush! I feel that way about an Ampeg SS B15 I used to own, man I miss that amp....
I've been looking at Fender Rumbles, I like the extra clarity from the 210 that's in the 500. But the 200/115 is killer in its own right! I'll probably end up with the 500, but it's more about power than tone for me.
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Whichever one gives me the tone.
Is this a contest? You are overthinking this, perhaps.
Nothing to do with the speakers size. If you go through all the other makers 15's or 2x10's you will not replicate it.
It is the combination of that exact amp and speaker box that gave you that magic, so you need to get that Orange Crush 100-1x15 if that is what you liked.
Hi Hendo2511 
Like: A 15" sounds always better?
Better not!
A 2 x 10" sounds better too!
Sometimes
greetings
Wise(b)ass
Like: A 15" sounds always better?
Better not!
A 2 x 10" sounds better too!
Sometimes
greetings
Wise(b)ass
Depending on the maker, I would probably go with the 1x15 combo versus the 2x10. That said, I've heard some Bergantino 210 cabinets that moved a lot of air and was still solid on the low end.
I think it matters somewhat what you're playing.
My initial gig worthy combo is a 210 and it covers a lot of ground. But I like it better when I add the 115 extension cab to it.
I played with some guys who had a nice 118 cab at their house and loved it (but just to heavy to be practical).
I just purchased a 210 cab to go with my new head - could have gone with a 115, but went with the 210 - so I guess my preference is the 210 as a first cab.
I guess ultimately, just make sure you can add an extension cab in the future and then you don't have to choose!
My initial gig worthy combo is a 210 and it covers a lot of ground. But I like it better when I add the 115 extension cab to it.
I played with some guys who had a nice 118 cab at their house and loved it (but just to heavy to be practical).
I just purchased a 210 cab to go with my new head - could have gone with a 115, but went with the 210 - so I guess my preference is the 210 as a first cab.
I guess ultimately, just make sure you can add an extension cab in the future and then you don't have to choose!
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Ever since I heard an Eden Metro 210 combo, I've preferred the 210's. And that's from a guy who toured in the early 70's with a 215 Standel piggy-back set up. If I had to have a single cab, it would be a 410 (I have a DNS410). However, I am looking at 210 cabs now for small to medium places where I don't need my 410.
I do have a 115 cab (GK115bpx) that I can sell you for cheap in the Seattle area if you decide to go head + cab instead of combo. One of these days I'll remember to put it up in classifieds along with an acoustic B410 I haven't used in years.
Anyhow, I'd go with the 210 in a combo.
As far as single speaker application. i will always prefer a 1x15 for 1x or 2x applications.
Then ironically my main stay has always been 10" sealed drivers. of course being the incredible generic but tried and true 810.
then again to try make sense, 10" speakers in 1x 2x or even 4x applications plain get on my nerves.
1x15 or 2x10 is a blanket statement cause we could be talking average to complete turd drivers.
but for the most part im a 15" guy. that just so happened to not really care after getting a 8x10
but for small applications its simple. 1x15 will have slightly more sensitivity. as mentioned 2x10 has slightly more power handling yes. but the actual levels you reach with either are almost the same. i like the tone and behavior of a 15" in most typical midrange to low cost budget range
So ideal small application would somehow squeeze 2 drivers in friendly sized box. Pretty much making a 2x12 ideal really. benifit of 2 drivers but efficiency/sensitivity of a 12" is way better than 10" at any budget level. Making i believe a slightly larger but very effective compact solution. specially if ported. cant stand small puurted 10" applications. as for a small 2 cubic foot box (2x10) or 3 cubic foot box (1x15) most probably like the smaller size. and any attempt to squeeze a cheap turd 15 into a small box. probably pushes some peoples experience with a 15" as not being described as good. its a muddy turd in a tiny boomy box. otherwise if done right a nice 15" is the end all of tone magic
Then ironically my main stay has always been 10" sealed drivers. of course being the incredible generic but tried and true 810.
then again to try make sense, 10" speakers in 1x 2x or even 4x applications plain get on my nerves.
1x15 or 2x10 is a blanket statement cause we could be talking average to complete turd drivers.
but for the most part im a 15" guy. that just so happened to not really care after getting a 8x10
but for small applications its simple. 1x15 will have slightly more sensitivity. as mentioned 2x10 has slightly more power handling yes. but the actual levels you reach with either are almost the same. i like the tone and behavior of a 15" in most typical midrange to low cost budget range
So ideal small application would somehow squeeze 2 drivers in friendly sized box. Pretty much making a 2x12 ideal really. benifit of 2 drivers but efficiency/sensitivity of a 12" is way better than 10" at any budget level. Making i believe a slightly larger but very effective compact solution. specially if ported. cant stand small puurted 10" applications. as for a small 2 cubic foot box (2x10) or 3 cubic foot box (1x15) most probably like the smaller size. and any attempt to squeeze a cheap turd 15 into a small box. probably pushes some peoples experience with a 15" as not being described as good. its a muddy turd in a tiny boomy box. otherwise if done right a nice 15" is the end all of tone magic
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