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4 ohm cab for my GK 400rb

What cab would you pair with this head? At 4 ohms it can put out 200 watts.

I'm looking for something that will last me a while, will be good for playing shows in a trio in small to medium venues.

My budget is about $400... I have no problem buying used and in fact, I would prefer to buy used.

My 400rb is the 80s model with the power cord attached.

I've been a user of combo amps for almost 10 years, so I'm not too knowledgeable about amps/cabs and cab efficiency and all that. I've read the sticky but most of it still sort of goes over my head.

I picked up this 400rb because I liked all the GK products I've tried and I got it for very cheap on ebay.

edit: I've heard good things about pairing the 400rb with a Hartke XL 4x10... but this cab seems to be 8 ohms. I found one for cheap on craigslist and I'd be willing to buy it before I try it since it's so cheap. What're your thoughts? How much does it really matter whether the cab is 4 ohms or 8 ohms? Please bear with my n00b-ness
 
That 400RB is one of the classics. I own one to this day that I've had from the mid 80's. Even at 8 ohms it can get quite loud, but with a 4 ohm load it really shines. I had a Hartke 410 for a while, and it was very nice, but paired with another Hartke 1X15 it was a killer set up. If you are going with one cabinet, you can probably get away with an 8 ohm cab in venues you describe, (hint, the boost knob is your friend ;)) but there maybe some occasions when you'll wish you had a bit more going on. As to buying used, TB is probably the biggest used amp mkt place in the world! If you don't see what you are looking for, wait a bit and it will show up. $400 will most likely get you there or pretty close, but you may need to spend a tad more. There's no need to spend crazy money, but remember it is a tool you are using for work, even if it is occasionally. Further, it is tool that defines not only your sound, but a foundation for your trio. Do a search for 4ohm in the amp forum as well as amps for sale. It may give you a few options. Check with some companies for close outs as well. Carvin is selling a new 4x10 (4ohm) for $349. I have no experience with this cab, but just pointing out there are several options out there.
 

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