1x15" cab needed

[bherman]

Another nod towards RevSound. Hard to beat 25# for a 115. And you can’t get more local than that - David builds all of the cabs himself. Pick out your color scheme to match.

 

[lala]

+1. I have an RS115 and while I haven't used it with a B-15, I've put both a Pf-50T and an Ashdown LB-30 tube amps through it and it sounded amazing with both.

This is great, real-world feedback. Revsound is getting a few nods here. All things considered.....weight, tone, USA, HAHA

 

[DJ Bebop]

American made, light weight.

 

[57pbass]

It’s funny. Last week I called them to ask about, and he was really pushing me towards his 210 rather than the 15. made me nervous. Seemed like he wanted to sell more 210’s than a 15.

He was looking out for your best interest.. I never owned a 1x15 REVSOUND but used his 2x10 cab for a long time and it was a great product.

 

[lala]

American made, light weight.

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You are completely right about all of that, and I know its a great cab. However, the aesthetic isn't neutral/retro enough for me, and I think it would be more fun if I could work directly with a builder, or something more boutique. That said, if nothing else works out, the Mesa and the Bergantino are both at the top, although the Berg is pretty heavy. Not great. Same problem with the builders making clones of the B-15 cabs. They are not light-weights. Right now, Revsound, Low Down, and VBoutique have caught my eye. Also open to other like-minded cabinet crafts-people.

 

[lala]

He was looking out for your best interest.. I never owned a 1x15 REVSOUND but used his 2x10 cab for a long time and it was a great product.

Just had a good conversation with David, and came away with more good info. One interesting topic was that his 15 cab is 18" wide, and my head is 20.5" wide, so there would be about 1.25" of head-overhang on each side. How does the group feel about small over-hang? HEHE!

 

[DJ Bebop]

You are completely right about all of that, and I know its a great cab. However, the aesthetic isn't neutral/retro enough for me, and I think it would be more fun if I could work directly with a builder, or something more boutique. That said, if nothing else works out, the Mesa and the Bergantino are both at the top, although the Berg is pretty heavy. Not great. Same problem with the builders making clones of the B-15 cabs. They are not light-weights. Right now, Revsound, Low Down, and VBoutique have caught my eye. Also open to other like-minded cabinet crafts-people.

You can/could order custom coverings for it from the Mesa factory. I think I saw someone wrapped the metal grill with vintage grill cloth too.

But yeah, do what you want or can. We live in a time where there is little down side as far as all brands that produce quality equipment, all have good stuff. It's a buyer world as far as choices. Good time to be alive for bass players.

 

[DJ Bebop]

Same problem with the builders making clones of the B-15 cabs. They are not light-weights.

That is one of the reasons I release my B-15 into the wild, too heavy for what it. I got the rig I shared with you instead.

 

[1n3]

... How does the group feel about small over-hang? HEHE!

That'd be a deal-breaker for me.

There might be quite a few single-15 cabs that'd work. Driver matters, of course. My first thought would be a JBL D140/K140; sensitive, good frequency response for a 15. Doesn't take a lot of power, but your amp is low-power. And Ampeg used them. Eminence 3015 and Faital 15PR400 are modern lighter alternatives, though overkill, power-wise.

I'm skeptical that a traditional 3/4" plywood box can get under your 40lb weight limit, unless it's undersized (less bass).

 

[57pbass]

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Just had a good conversation with David, and came away with more good info. One interesting topic was that his 15 cab is 18" wide, and my head is 20.5" wide, so there would be about 1.25" of head-overhang on each side. How does the group feel about small over-hang? HEHE!

Easy solution..rest the head on it’s side…

As long as the feet from the head are firmly planted on the top of the cabinet there should be no problem.

 

[Bonecat]

+1 for the Mesa Subway 115. That thing is magic….

 

[DJ Bebop]

I'm skeptical that a traditional 3/4" plywood box can get under your 40lb weight limit, unless it's undersized (less bass).

My Subway 1x15 weights in at 37.9 Lbs. and is not undersized at all, height 19 3/8", width 19 1/4", depth 18 1/4". Made from light-weight Italian Poplar ply.

So it is possable.

 

[57pbass]

My Bag End 15 has Bag End Neo drivers and is right around 40lbs.

 

[1n3]

My Subway 1x15 weights in at 37.9 Lbs. and is not undersized at all, height 19 3/8", width 19 1/4", depth 18 1/4". Made from light-weight Italian Poplar ply.

So it is possable.

Yes, not undersized, and slightly under 40lbs, using lightweight plywood and a neo speaker. You make my point, which is that a properly sized 115 will not get under 40lbs with older construction methods/materials and drivers.

 

[CryingBass]

I have a custom-made B-15 clone preamp and a pair of Bergantino NV115 sealed cabs, each supplemented with 6” midrange drivers. It is difficult to imagine many other cabs that deliver the low-mid punch these bring. They are very aesthetically attractive in an understated fashion, and each are 8 ohm cabs rated 400 watts RMS. I go through a Genzler Magellan 800 head. But alas, they are about 53 lbs a piece, so they are a little more portly than you desire. That’s due to ceramic drivers, but in my opinion, ceramic is the secret sauce.

Ageed!

 

[DJ Bebop]

Yes, not undersized, and slightly under 40lbs, using lightweight plywood and a neo speaker. You make my point, which is that a properly sized 115 will not get under 40lbs with older construction methods/materials and drivers.

I missed your traditional 3/4" plywood box qualifier. As my SW is 3/4" plywood and actually the same construction methods are used. Just the materials and speaker have changed

 

[CryingBass]

3/4 inch. My Birch.

 

[agedhorse]

Yes, not undersized, and slightly under 40lbs, using lightweight plywood and a neo speaker. You make my point, which is that a properly sized 115 will not get under 40lbs with older construction methods/materials and drivers.

Who is using older construction methods/materials and drivers these days, and why?

 

[mrperkolator]

Hi everyone,
I hope this thread isn't a straight duplicate of another. If so, apologies.
I am acquiring an Ampeg B-15 clone head, and I need to find a cab which will best compliment it. Don't say AMPEG so fast: I am looking for something lightweight ( under 40 lbs.), I prefer it to be made stateside to be supportive of our economy, and is attractive in my studio. The clone head has a cabinet in black/tan, so black seems right for the cab, ideally with a tan'ish grill. Head looks a little retro. The most important criteria is of course classic B-15 tone, and for my head, the cab must be 8 ohms. Obviously I'm aware of the commonly known cabs like Aguilar, Mesa, Bergantino, Revsound, Form Factor, Eden, Markbass, Trace, Ampeg, etc, so I'm a little more focused on opinions about lesser known builders, but specifically what y'all think are cabs focused on the designs and tonal characteristics of the B-15.
With appreciation.
LL

who makes the clone? Asking for a friend…

 

[1n3]

Who is using older construction methods/materials and drivers these days, and why?

I'll decline your invitation to kick a hornet's nest. Note that the OP did not specify new, and said he was "a little more focused on opinions about lesser known builders".