4x10 vs 2x10 and 1x15

[Mastermold]

why not the 4x10 and 1x15?

Or a 4x10 and 1x18.

That's what I use with my Ampeg SVT when I need max boom boom!

 

[KrispyJones]

2
2x10 !

 

[Thundar]

I always preferred 410's to the 15" cab..and then I met the Peavey 412 TVX...and it was game over.

 

[debassr]

Personally - I like the versatility and simplicity of a 4x10. It can do everything I need it to do - and I'm not sure that all the hype around having an extra 15 is founded in reality.

 

[chris_pokkuri]

Hmmm, I think I should have included 2x12 in the poll. Do people prefer them over the other 2 options i put up? Theres also the option of getting 2 1x12s or 2 2x10s? Is there any advantage in doing this apart from getting the full 500w out of my amp?

 

[JimmyM]

Listen, there are so many options these days that you'll crap your pants. The good thing is that they're all great in their own way. But you're going to make yourself mental because you can't buy them all unless your last name is Jung or Bowlus. Read a few opinions, go listen to a few rigs and pick one or two that you like. It really is that simple.

 

[JimmyM]

Forgot the second part...to answer your other question, I don't think there's any tonal disadvantage or advantage to using two single-driver cabs or one two-driver cab. That all depends on the way each cab is made. The main issue there is portability and whether you want to carry one larger cab or two smaller cabs.

 

[Thunderthumbs73]

4*10, as I've never heard any audience member who listened to MY 4*10 (actually 2 2*10s) said that it wasn't "bassy" enough. And besides, there are PA systems for a reason. It's called sound reinforcement.

 

[dirtybass]

4*10, there are PA systems for a reason. It's called sound reinforcement.

4x10

HOWEVER...it depends on the quality/mgr/ all kind of things..

dont expect that 410 behringer to get the job done for you.

I think if you look around at the specs, you'll find in most cases 4x10s have lower freq ratings than 115s do.

before you get all fired up sayin that dont make no sense..do the research.

the info is there for you...now ..go get it.

 

[dj150888]

Eyeing up a 1x18 myself at the minute to add to my 4x10. Anyone have any experience with these? Went into a local music shop today.....none of the assistants had ever heard of a 1x18.

Sorry for the hijack by the way, but I think its almost on topic!

 

[RickC]

I'm going to go against conventional wisdom somewhat here; in my experience, a 1x15 is "punchier" than a 4x10. Maybe it's all in how you define punch. I was running a Hartke 4x10 for a couple of years, but started noticing that whenever I pulled out my old standby 1x15 (EAW) for smaller gigs, things sounded better... punchier.

I remember the 4x10 revolution; it was driven by the 5 and 6 string revolution. Those cabs were originally touted for their ability to handle the low B, better than the 15's that were common back then. But 15's generally have a nice hump in the low mid-response, that to me is the epitome of punch. I prefer them with a 4-banger.

I'm back to running a 1x15, with a 1x12 for bigger gigs. The combined total is about the same weight as my 4x10, easier to transport, I can use the 12 alone for quiet gigs and the 15 alone for small clubs. It's a nice combination.

/rick

 

[sebastian]

Go with a 410 one cab gets er done!

 

[debassr]

Go with a 410 one cab gets er done!

Nice avatar Sebastian - I might have to rip it off and use it on another forum.

 

[chris_pokkuri]

Hmmm, now i'm thinking maybe a 2x12 and a 2x10. Anyone have any experience with this setup?

 

[stflbn]

2x10 + 2x12 - Using it and loving it.

 

[basseddie]

I use a single 4x10, but would like to add a 1x15 to it.
however I voted 2x10 and 1x15 because if I was to buy cabs again that is what I would do , more for the portability of it all.
Maybe add a second 2x10......
It get real old fast trying to lug that 100 lb 4x10 cab around...

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