That tiny head isn't large enough to alter the Qtc of the cabinet in any appreciable way.
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Ampeg PF-350 Mega-Thread, V2.0
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That tiny head isn't large enough to alter the Qtc of the cabinet in any appreciable way.
I run the Gain on my PF350 between 2 and 3 o'clock. To my ears, that setting gives it a nice punch with the right amount of "edge".
Well you have to remember that it doesn't quite sell in numbers like the PF500. I only got one because it had the Micro VR preamp which I love and I didn't need the features of the PF500.
Can I restate my love for the PF350?
Okay, I love my PF350. Simple effective EQ, plenty of power for what I do, great Ampeg tone!
Okay, I love my PF350. Simple effective EQ, plenty of power for what I do, great Ampeg tone!
I recently changed the port tuning of my 1X15 cab, with which I use my PF-350. Shortened the port tubes. Raised the tuning freq. Increasing the power handling. Raised the freq. where farting begins. Reducing the boominess of the cab. Result is that I now turn up the gain on the PF-350 to 2 o'clock. Master volume is around the same. Used to be around 1 o'clock on the gain and master. A noticeable increase in volume! I really haven't yet turned it up to the fart point, so I don't know exactly where that is now. I haven't needed to turn up that much. The rig is scrambling my innards as is. The band is saying they can hear me, just fine. The PF-350 is working pretty good.
hi....I have an Eden D115, rear port, no tweet.....how is the fan noise on this PF 350?......I returned a (great sounding) Eden E300 because of the 2 fans that ran constantly and 4-5 times louder than my computer fan.....
I can not hear my fan except in the quietest environments. It seems as quiet as a laptop fan at idle.
Personally, when I demoed them, I preferred the simpler EQ section on the PF 350. Not that the PF 500's difficult to understand or anything, it's just a tiny bit more complicated than the PF 350. You have to wonder if they will continue to built all three PF heads, now that they have the PF 800.
Ric
It's a DIY with just the CB15 in it. 4.0 cu ft. 2X3in flared ports which are now 2in effective length. Herculiner covering. Here's the pics. I've been using this cab with the PF-350 since last October. It's been plenty for all the sm./med. indoor stuff I've done. I'm building a fEARful 15/6 for larger indoor, and outdoor gigs.
thanx 96Tbird!.....just what I needed to hear.......going to try to demo one Fri or Sat......keen to pick one up
R
Well, when I see the larger number of postings cheering for the PF-500 compared to the number of postings exalting the PF-350, I'd say the PF-350 'fan' noise is way too quiet. IMHO
In seriousness, I don't recall ever being disturbed by the cooling fan on my PF-350.
Regarding the gain knob, I agree that it just starts to wake up the great tones starting around the 1 o'clock setting. More is better.
It's a DIY with just the CB15 in it. 4.0 cu ft. 2X3in flared ports which are now 2in effective length. Herculiner covering. Here's the pics. I've been using this cab with the PF-350 since last October. It's been plenty for all the sm./med. indoor stuff I've done. I'm building a fEARful 15/6 for larger indoor, and outdoor gigs.
Why, that cab is bigger than an HHR!!!!
. JFTR, I am now running my Head through the PF115he plus a PF115lf (when I need more air) and it sounds awesome.
JimmyM and I were over in the 350/500 thread talking about the drivers in the HE and wondering what the ohms ratings were and if the 15" was the same in the LF; both the horn and the 15 in the HE are 8 ohms. So I guess the LF uses the exact same driver purple and all. I get a kick outta that purple driver every time I open the HE up. 8)
I've had my pf-350 for a few days and its running thru a Genz Benz Focus 115. Great paring. The Genz cab doesn't flinch one bit when I hit 2 o'clock on gain and volume bass at 3 o'clock. Still trying to feel out both and how they work together. I do notice the pf-350 goes from clean to crunchy around 2-3 o'clock. Its really impressive how it just switches up.
If anyone is looking for suggestions for a pf350 gig bag-
http://www.amazon.com/Gator-G-MIX-B-1212-Padded-Equipment/dp/B0002EJVL8
Perfect fit for the 350. It has inside dimensions that fit like a glove and a little pouch for the power cord etc... Adjustable shoulder strap too.
http://www.amazon.com/Gator-G-MIX-B-1212-Padded-Equipment/dp/B0002EJVL8
Perfect fit for the 350. It has inside dimensions that fit like a glove and a little pouch for the power cord etc... Adjustable shoulder strap too.
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I'd been playing mine through a classic SVT 410 HLF, and it sounded absolutely wonderful. Really the perfect rig for me; just a dream.
Unfortunately, I have been forced to let the cab go due to some financial stress, much like a beloved MIA Jazz I had a few years ago.
A few months down the road I hope to buy a new cab. I am looking at a smaller and a little bit less expensive alternative to the 410 as that was too big for either one of our cars. I'm playing a little bit quieter music these days, and I really need to look after my back.
I really don't like the look of the matching portaflex cabs; I much prefer the traditional SVT style cabs with the black cloth and small corner logo. I was thinking about one of those new SVT 112s, which have a short but wide profile which I kind of like.
Unfortunately, I have been forced to let the cab go due to some financial stress, much like a beloved MIA Jazz I had a few years ago.
A few months down the road I hope to buy a new cab. I am looking at a smaller and a little bit less expensive alternative to the 410 as that was too big for either one of our cars. I'm playing a little bit quieter music these days, and I really need to look after my back.
I really don't like the look of the matching portaflex cabs; I much prefer the traditional SVT style cabs with the black cloth and small corner logo. I was thinking about one of those new SVT 112s, which have a short but wide profile which I kind of like.
Jeez, I forgot about this thread! Nice to see it surface.
Anyway, I'm thinking about picking up a 210AV to go with my PF350. I'm scouting around the post-Christmas sales to see if there are any deals happening.
Anyway, I'm thinking about picking up a 210AV to go with my PF350. I'm scouting around the post-Christmas sales to see if there are any deals happening.
I'm looking for a sale on the 210av as well. It looks like the perfect portable practice cab. I've got an avatar tb153 that comes in at 48lbs, and the 26lbs of the 210av is very appealing. Keep us posted if you see anything. I'm expecting guitar center to have an end of year sale or coupon for 15% off again.
