I haven't tried the Aguilar GS412 cab but I have owned the Ampeg 810e and the Ampeg 610hlf. Both cabs seem to be low end deficient, it's there, but not as much as I prefer with my 5 string bass. Most people would say there is plenty of low end coming from both of these cabs.
People on stage playing in a rock band generally use an Ampeg 810e because of the familiarity of tone, it's easy to hear yourself on stage, endorser of some sort, or the cabinet setup was provided by the venue. Let's all remember that what you see on stage is not always what you hear out through the PA. Direct boxes, backstage miked bass rigs with the player's preferred brands of gear, there's almost too much to list here.... And if you are going through the PA, the 810e will be nothing more than a glorified stage monitor and/or will be miked for your tone.
The 610hlf and 810e are decent cabs, both have that massive rock tone that helps in the band situation. As far as THUMP, it's a little too subjective. I call a thumping bass tone as a collection of frequencies starting in the 40hz going up to 300hz, thick and heavy from 100-300 and booming 40hz-90hz. You need to try them out to see if they THUMP for you the way you want them too.
All three of these cabs are loud and great for the band situation. From my use of Aguilar equipment, I think you will find a more versatile tone base to work with. From my use with Ampeg gear, it's Ampeg tone no matter what bass you throw through the rig. Ampeg's gear has a real rockin' tone and if you like that tone - Ampeg is the way to go. If you want more versatility, go for the Aguilar.
People on stage playing in a rock band generally use an Ampeg 810e because of the familiarity of tone, it's easy to hear yourself on stage, endorser of some sort, or the cabinet setup was provided by the venue. Let's all remember that what you see on stage is not always what you hear out through the PA. Direct boxes, backstage miked bass rigs with the player's preferred brands of gear, there's almost too much to list here.... And if you are going through the PA, the 810e will be nothing more than a glorified stage monitor and/or will be miked for your tone.
The 610hlf and 810e are decent cabs, both have that massive rock tone that helps in the band situation. As far as THUMP, it's a little too subjective. I call a thumping bass tone as a collection of frequencies starting in the 40hz going up to 300hz, thick and heavy from 100-300 and booming 40hz-90hz. You need to try them out to see if they THUMP for you the way you want them too.
All three of these cabs are loud and great for the band situation. From my use of Aguilar equipment, I think you will find a more versatile tone base to work with. From my use with Ampeg gear, it's Ampeg tone no matter what bass you throw through the rig. Ampeg's gear has a real rockin' tone and if you like that tone - Ampeg is the way to go. If you want more versatility, go for the Aguilar.
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