16 ohm cab PF350?

[mikbrx]

I have a 16 ohm cab. 2 X 32 Eminence. I have it because I wanted to re-purpose my JCH20H (15 watt tube amp) for my new bass habit. So, I really think I want a PF350 Any thoughts on using this amp to push a 16 ohm cab? This will be for in home use. Any other suggestions? switchable 120/240 voltage is a must in my situation. Think less than $300.

 

[P-oddz]

I wouldn't do it.
At least not with a single 16 ohm cab. It's not designed to run a 16 ohm load.

 

[b-b-b-bass]

The 16-ohm 2x10 w/Eminence B810 speakers should work just fine for home / coffee house gigs. They will not go real loud, but in a sealed 2 c.f. enclosure, you'll have a mini SVT 810.
It will be a bit looser sound as the damping factor is less due to the higher 16- ohm impedance, but a very good sound. You'll have a lot of headroom with a PF-350 driving it, and you can always add more cabs later.

 

[Bass_Pounder]

I wouldn't do it.
At least not with a single 16 ohm cab. It's not designed to run a 16 ohm load.

Solid State amps only care about going below minimum impedance.

 

[tjh]

.. as long as the power output is sufficient for your needs (should be no problem for in home), no reason it cant be used ... not sure what output would be, but 350@4, and 250@8, I would guess probably 125-150@16 ohms ?? ...

 

[P-oddz]

Solid State amps only care about going below minimum impedance.

Guess I didn't know that. Does volume suffer in any way with the higher impedance?

 

[BassmanPaul]

Guess I didn't know that. Does volume suffer in any way with the higher impedance?

Yes there's less output capability.