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homeby5

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Aug 21, 2013
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#1
Hello guys,
I have a Genz Benz shuttle 6.2 and am looking for a cab under $400. The GB is a little too much for my budget. How about the Ampeg PF115HE? I've played these with an PF500 head and I liked it.
I'm new here so I can't wait to jump in and learn some things from ya'll. I'm an older drummer and guitar player so I am a novice on the Bass and am craving some insight :)
 
#4
I'm an older guy that plays vintage rock.....Pink Floyd, Beatles, etc.. I also play contemporary Christian music at Church. Seats about 350 people but could go through PA if needed. I have a Schecter Bass with a single PUP. Nothing fancy, one of their cheaper ones.
Yeah, I'm OK at woodworking....Don't have a router or lathe but just the simple tools....saws and stuff.
Thanks guys!
 
#5
homeby5 said:
Hello guys,
I have a Genz Benz shuttle 6.2 and am looking for a cab under $400. The GB is a little too much for my budget. How about the Ampeg PF115HE? I've played these with an PF500 head and I liked it.
I'm new here so I can't wait to jump in and learn some things from ya'll. I'm an older drummer and guitar player so I am a novice on the Bass and am craving some insight :)
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The PF-115HE cabinets are, IMHO, great sounding, sealed, 1-15" driver loaded cabinets.

Just don't expect to play it at heavy metal volumes.

At some of our smaller/lower volume jobs, I've run my one 115HE powered with my G.K. MB2-500 head with good results.

Do a T.B. search, there's been several threads on the Ampeg PF-115HE cabinet.

Stay with your G.B. head and stay away from the PF-500 heads.......(I've had two of them burn-out on me.)
Great sounding but "very" unreliable heads.
 
#6
homeby5 said:
Hello guys,
I have a Genz Benz shuttle 6.2 and am looking for a cab under $400. The GB is a little too much for my budget. How about the Ampeg PF115HE? I've played these with an PF500 head and I liked it.
I'm new here so I can't wait to jump in and learn some things from ya'll. I'm an older drummer and guitar player so I am a novice on the Bass and am craving some insight :)
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+1 on a little more info needed. Also what area do you live in? I've always found it best to try out new gear if possible. For starters used gear is a good value if in good condition. I see all sorts of 4x10 and 2X15 cabs on CL for pretty cheap. Mostly because they're heavy and people like newer lighter gear.
 
#7
Hi everyone,


I am also seeking some advice on selecting an expansion cab. I am currently using an Ashdown ABM 500 EVO III Combo with 2 10in speakers that has been very versatile and reliable to date, but as we are now progressing to playing larger venues I have been considering an additional cab to unlock the amps full potential.

I have been reading up on the MAG vs ABM cab ranges, and there's many different opinions on this, although between the two I would personally settle for the ABM. What would be the better buy, a 210 or a 115?

Also, is it more beneficial to stick with the Ashdown brand while extending the rig, or would anyone actually recommend going for another cab brand completely? If so, what's your opinion?

I play with a fair amount of top end with a funky, punchy twang, but also use a Boss ME-50B pedal for extra kick in the overdrive and fuzz department if that helps any with your suggestions.

Thanks for reading guys, any help would be greatly appreciated!
 
#8
Ditto on used gear. Just for grins, I looked on my local Craigslist site and there are several cabs that would meet your criteria. A GB 112 for $300, Ampeg 2-10 for $200, etc.

Check out the Talkbass classifieds also; cabs can be a bit trickier because of shipping costs, but for $3-350 you should be able to find something decent.

Nowadays there is lots available that would fit your needs without weighing too much. I just tried a GK 112 at another TB member's house last week, I was pretty impressed.

Good luck with your search!
 

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