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AudioKinesis Cabs Part VI...
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Posted a new thread asking the following question - taking the liberty of doubling up here, in hope of knowledgeable answers...
So I've happily been using the Audiokinesis TC 112 (version 1, 4-ohms) and a TC115 Compact (also 4 ohms) for a long time. Have never had to bring them both to a gig, but could do so if required. But I'm now playing with a band featuring a varying mix of electric guitar, acoustic guitar, mandolin and small latin-american instruments (plus drums and percussion), and over time we're veering toward sounding more like a rock band, which has me thinking about a more "voiced" sound with the kind of mid-range complexity that folks ascribe to the Hathor 1203, or any number of other rock-oriented cabinets.
So I'm thinking of the 1203, but ask if anyone has any experience with parking one on top of a 4-ohm TC115. I'm thinking it would be useful if I could ditch the TC112 after getting the 1203.
Thoughts? Thanks.
So I've happily been using the Audiokinesis TC 112 (version 1, 4-ohms) and a TC115 Compact (also 4 ohms) for a long time. Have never had to bring them both to a gig, but could do so if required. But I'm now playing with a band featuring a varying mix of electric guitar, acoustic guitar, mandolin and small latin-american instruments (plus drums and percussion), and over time we're veering toward sounding more like a rock band, which has me thinking about a more "voiced" sound with the kind of mid-range complexity that folks ascribe to the Hathor 1203, or any number of other rock-oriented cabinets.
So I'm thinking of the 1203, but ask if anyone has any experience with parking one on top of a 4-ohm TC115. I'm thinking it would be useful if I could ditch the TC112 after getting the 1203.
Thoughts? Thanks.
Hm, I haven't really found myself wanting or needing anything besides my TC118 for the rock, prog rock / metal bands that I'm in (which is now two gigging bands and two recoding-only bands). I'm curious to hear the responses, too.
I can happily report that I've used my H1203 at a couple gigs with a GK MB200 and I can get a nice growly rock sound out of it. Think 80's bass camp cranked 90%!
If I get the time I'll post pics and a sound clip. I just learned a while back about Soundcloud but don't know how to upload yet.
In my opinion, two of the H1203's with a 500-1,000 watt head would ROCK most band settings. I'm getting a second one and I feel I'll be ready for most any gig.
About time I posted some pics, would you say? Thanks @DukeLeJeune for my late favorite Christmas present! 
Sorry about the big pics.... The couch behind the H-1203 is Shadow's--my dog's-- for when we watch TV!
Sorry about the big pics.... The couch behind the H-1203 is Shadow's--my dog's-- for when we watch TV!
it's kinda quiet, so i figured i'd post a live thing i did that shows why i love my tc112v1.
very responsive, big low end, pretty full range, good definition up high without being scritchy.
i assume that most will not like the musical aspect. but it may be interesting from a sonics points of view.
me: basses, effects, live looping, weird things scraped on strings, etc. (half the time i sound like percussion)
my friend emily on flutes and vocals (which may be the deal breaker for some of y'all)
all improv in a church, so we went expansive. (the vid is just audio with pix from other gigs.) i always thing headphones are best for this stuff.
very responsive, big low end, pretty full range, good definition up high without being scritchy.
i assume that most will not like the musical aspect. but it may be interesting from a sonics points of view.
me: basses, effects, live looping, weird things scraped on strings, etc. (half the time i sound like percussion)
my friend emily on flutes and vocals (which may be the deal breaker for some of y'all)
all improv in a church, so we went expansive. (the vid is just audio with pix from other gigs.) i always thing headphones are best for this stuff.
thanks for checking it out fellas.
got lucky with the recording! the tc112 rules. seriously love that cab.
marial: been trying. had a few things fall through. it's always about travel, timing and gigs. been talking to t varner (tom's on one of may albs, btw) and p kikuchi about doing something up there . . . but money, etc. e barber just moved back here. emily is playing up there with amy denio soon, i think.
got lucky with the recording! the tc112 rules. seriously love that cab.
marial: been trying. had a few things fall through. it's always about travel, timing and gigs. been talking to t varner (tom's on one of may albs, btw) and p kikuchi about doing something up there . . . but money, etc. e barber just moved back here. emily is playing up there with amy denio soon, i think.
The Hathor 1505 is shipped and on its way! So stoked to get some of that growly goodness into my life. Due here April 1st (better not be foolin').
I'm stoked. I had ordered a TC115AF as well and have been blown away by it on both electric and upright. Amazing cabinet and so small even for a 15! Can't wait to hear the Hathor.You're in for a treat! Can't wait to hear your impressions
Real interested to hear the comparison of the two! Man talk about a stack of doom... You'll be able to level most any residential structure. Good to know right?
That is very cool and creative! The TC112 is holding it down! What's not to like?
I was fortunate to be able to check out Shrigg's H1505 last night at his place. He had been offering to let me borrow it for a gig for a few weeks now to get my impressions, but I do a lot of gigs with in ears and have been also dialing in my new Two Notes Le Bass preamp and wasn't really in a position to add anything else to the mix. He was nice enough to invite me over to his place to check it out last night, and I brought my Stingray 5 (main bass) and a matching set of 70's P and J basses, as well as my rack (Alembic F-1X > QSC 1602PLX) and my Bergantino HT322 for comparison. I love that rig and have been looking for something similar to the HT322 in a smaller format for gigs where I could use something more portable than a 95 pound speaker cab.
The AudioKineses cab definitely fits the bill. The 5" speaker offers a little more upper detail than I typically get with my Berg and I felt as though the Berg offered a little more in the way of low mids, but I think that either cab could be EQed to sound very similar. The difference was more subtle with the Alembic pre, which is mid-shy on its own, but more pronounced with Shrigg's Kustom micro head that we also used with both cabs. BTW, that Kustom head also impressed me. As I mentioned last night, if someone had offered to sell one of those to me before hearing it I totally would have passed it up.
Anyway, the extra switches are a really nice addition and make this probably the most versatile cab that I've ever played through. Engaging the high cut and playing through the Kustom head on my P Bass reminded me of the Ampeg B15 that I had used at a rehearsal a few months ago. The ability to change the Ohms and to add some upper mids is also a really nice feature. This was my first encounter with AudioKinesis gear and I was certainly impressed. Overall, it's a really nice cab, and I definitely have plans to try to get the funds together to pick one up ASAP.
The AudioKineses cab definitely fits the bill. The 5" speaker offers a little more upper detail than I typically get with my Berg and I felt as though the Berg offered a little more in the way of low mids, but I think that either cab could be EQed to sound very similar. The difference was more subtle with the Alembic pre, which is mid-shy on its own, but more pronounced with Shrigg's Kustom micro head that we also used with both cabs. BTW, that Kustom head also impressed me. As I mentioned last night, if someone had offered to sell one of those to me before hearing it I totally would have passed it up.
Anyway, the extra switches are a really nice addition and make this probably the most versatile cab that I've ever played through. Engaging the high cut and playing through the Kustom head on my P Bass reminded me of the Ampeg B15 that I had used at a rehearsal a few months ago. The ability to change the Ohms and to add some upper mids is also a really nice feature. This was my first encounter with AudioKinesis gear and I was certainly impressed. Overall, it's a really nice cab, and I definitely have plans to try to get the funds together to pick one up ASAP.
Thanks for dragging all your gear over for the comparison Denny!
Here are a few pics I grabbed during the eval.
