AudioKinesis Cabs Part VI...

[nostatic]

After studying dozens of cabs for months, I believe the best cab for me for the buck would be the H1203. Unbelievable value! And the weight and size is such a bonus.

I think the 4/8 ohm switch is a great feature and I would pay for it, although eventually I would want 2 cabs so that switch would be moot.

I don't think you want/need the 4ohm capability unless you're running a really low-power head. Anyway, always better to get more cabs if you want to really get louder. A small box can only go so far. A pair of H1203s though will peel paint off the wall...

 

[alaskaleftybass]

I don't think you want/need the 4ohm capability unless you're running a really low-power head. Anyway, always better to get more cabs if you want to really get louder. A small box can only go so far. A pair of H1203s though will peel paint off the wall...

for peel the paint off the wall.

 

[alaskaleftybass]

View attachment 775657 I received a MAS 106 from Mike to use as a practice cab. I just tried it with my 1203 and I love the combination of these two cabs.

Super setup! What kind of bass is that?

 

[Thumper]

I would expect, and be glad to pay for a logo, not expecting Duke to cover the cost.

 

[Mark Sacchetti]

It's a Skjold bass from Pete Skjold. He is an incredible luthier. Here's a close up of the top!

 

[TomB]

This is very true. I cannot begin to tell you how many people have come up to me at gigs to complement me on my tone, and then questioning what kind of PA speakers am I playing through?...

Same!

 

[DukeLeJeune]

This is very true. I cannot begin to tell you how many people have come up to me at gigs to complement me on my tone, and then questioning what kind of PA speakers am I playing through? Sometimes they even ask if I'm playing through DJ speakers and can't believe that DJ speakers sound that good! Lol! So then obviously I give them the whole rundown, website, etc for info. But I do agree that a logo would be beneficial for Duke marketing wise.

Well those people aren't too far off! The Thunderchild cabs could be used for DJ speakers, and would probably be better than most. At some point in the not-too-distant I hope to resurrect my Multi-Role Loudspeaker concept, which would be sort of like a Thunderchild 112 in a bigger cabinet but with the more expensive compression driver from the Thunderchild 115. The idea would be, a cab that can still do bass but is a bit more PA/DJ/keyboard/home audio compatible. It would probably be based on the new Thunderchild 112 v3, which has a crossover upgrade relative to the V2 version.

2016 will be the Year of the Logo. Maybe not first quarter 2016, but you guys have convinced me that it needs to happen. My thinking is, something that can be easily retrofitted to a cab with just a screwdriver. Haven't decided on whether to do the negative space AK logo that my brother came up with, or spell out the name AudioKinesis (yes I like to slant or italicize the word Kinesis because it looks, I dunno... maybe more kinetic.) Or maybe both logo and name on the same badge. But it has to end up dimensioned to fit on any of my cabs, so that will limit the size somewhat.

 

[Arjank]

Well those people aren't too far off! The Thunderchild cabs could be used for DJ speakers, and would probably be better than most.

Although I haven't heard any of your loudspeakers I do know what knowledge you have (we had some nice conversations). What I want to say is that your designs won't probably be better then most DJ speakers, they definitely will be better then most

 

[punchdrunk]

Duke Id go w/ the full name. It's a great name, and tells the whole story (i.e., no ambiguity as to the brand)... Also when you get that sussed out, put me down for 3 of em' please.

 

[Mystic Michael]

2016 will be the Year of the Logo. Maybe not first quarter 2016, but you guys have convinced me that it needs to happen. My thinking is, something that can be easily retrofitted to a cab with just a screwdriver. Haven't decided on whether to do the negative space AK logo that my brother came up with, or spell out the name AudioKinesis (yes I like to slant or italicize the word Kinesis because it looks, I dunno... maybe more kinetic.) Or maybe both logo and name on the same badge. But it has to end up dimensioned to fit on any of my cabs, so that will limit the size somewhat.

Speaking strictly from an aesthetic standpoint, I much prefer the existing logo:

It's distinctive, stylish and elegant - in a contemporary sort of way. It brings a classy identity to what is already a classy product.

From a purely pragmatic standpoint, I suppose I can see the argument for spelling out the name "AudioKinesis", i.e. no ambiguity, gets the name clearly out there, etc. But it also fails to convey any actual mystique. Considering that the product is ultimately in the service of an art (i.e. music), and that some things are better left tastefully understated, there's no reason for Duke to brand his cabs as if they were some kind of commodity industrial product, such as auto parts or hardware.

MM

 

[nutdog]

One of my yamaha pa speakers took a shine to my tc115. The other got jealous, big time band drama ensued, had to break up the whole system. I don't let the hathors anywhere near the k10s.

 

[punchdrunk]

It IS an industrial product tho... Besides even tho the abbreviated logo is cool, but its a wee bit reminiscent of the silver GK logo. I wouldn't want anyone to confuse the product.
I just would like Duke to get the recognition he deserves.

 

[Freddels]

Why not incorporate both?

 

[punchdrunk]

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Why not incorporate both?

I tend to agree. Maybe the logo on front w/ the full name and contact info on the backplate. Sounds like a win to me.

 

[Freddels]

I was thinking of incorporating both into one. Make the full name smaller to fit but at least it will all be there.

 

[shrigg]

As a graphic designer I agree that a logotype is the way to go. I worked up a 3" wide logotype that should fit on any of the cabinets (see photo with other amps for scale).
Although in my experience working by committee is the worst way to get a logo solution because you'll never make everyone happy.

 

[Mystic Michael]

It IS an industrial product tho... Besides even tho the abbreviated logo is cool, but its a wee bit reminiscent of the silver GK logo. I wouldn't want anyone to confuse the product.
I just would like Duke to get the recognition he deserves.

There's no danger of confusing the products, believe me. For the same reason that a stylized, minimalist logo could actually do more good for AudioKinesis than than a logo that's plain Jane and generic. Here's why:

Duke's customers are, by definition, people who can recognize and appreciate quality. You don't need to market to to them in the same way you would market to a 17 year-old kid picking out his first rig at Guitar Center. In fact, clobbering them over the head with the product name, figuratively speaking, could actually be counterproductive.

These are people who can discern the quality of the product, simply by hearing it. If they like, they will be sufficiently motivated to follow up. Those are the kind of customers that Duke wants: People who are motivated to buy. People who don't need to be "sold". People who won't try to haggle over the price.

At this end of the market (i.e. high end), it's all about quality: Quality of product. But also quality of customer. The way you brand your product(s) speaks volumes about how you think your products should be positioned - and the kind of customer for whom those products have been designed.

MM

 

[nutdog]

As a graphic designer I agree that a logotype is the way to go. I worked up a 3" wide logotype that should fit on any of the cabinets (see photo with other amps for scale).
Although in my experience working by committee is the worst way to get a logo solution because you'll never make everyone happy.

Looks good.

 

[punchdrunk]

There's no danger of confusing the products, believe me. For the same reason that a stylized, minimalist logo could actually do more good for AudioKinesis than than a logo that's plain Jane and generic. Here's why:

Duke's customers are, by definition, people who can recognize and appreciate quality. You don't need to market to to them in the same way you would market to a 17 year-old kid picking out his first rig at Guitar Center. In fact, clobbering them over the head with the product name, figuratively speaking, could actually be counterproductive.

These are people who can discern the quality of the product, simply by hearing it. If they like, they will be sufficiently motivated to follow up. Those are the kind of customers that Duke wants: People who are motivated to buy. People who don't need to be "sold". People who won't try to haggle over the price.

At this end of the market (i.e. high end), it's all about quality: Quality of product. But also quality of customer. The way you brand your product(s) speaks volumes about how you think your products should be positioned - and the kind of customer for whom those products have been designed.

MM

Well spoken my Friend.

 

[svtb15]

I Like that LOGO.. But only after AudioKinesis becomes as familiar as the Golden Arches at McDonalds.
I think the name should be spelled out.. Either with the Logo (^ above) or on its own. . I'd prefer the two together to start subconscious name recognition over a period of time.

Speaking strictly from an aesthetic standpoint, I much prefer the existing logo:

It's distinctive, stylish and elegant - in a contemporary sort of way. It brings a classy identity to what is already a classy product.

From a purely pragmatic standpoint, I suppose I can see the argument for spelling out the name "AudioKinesis", i.e. no ambiguity, gets the name clearly out there, etc. But it also fails to convey any actual mystique. Considering that the product is ultimately in the service of an art (i.e. music), and that some things are better left tastefully understated, there's no reason for Duke to brand his cabs as if they were some kind of commodity industrial product, such as auto parts or hardware.

MM