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AudioKinesis Cabs Part VI...
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Hope this post finds everyone healthy!
Anyone thinking of parting with a Hathor/Changling 1505, 1506 or 1533 please let me know! Thank you
Anyone thinking of parting with a Hathor/Changling 1505, 1506 or 1533 please let me know! Thank you
Stoked to be in queue for an H1203T!
Gotta say, however, after reaching the 400-page mark of this thread, I’m considering seriously changing the order to a C1233T (C112T).
From what I have read either an H1203T or a C112T will sound similar in the sense that they go a bit deeper than the the H1203 or C112 (C112T going a tad deeper than the H1203T) And the C112T has a bit more high end clarity than the H1203T. It’s the C112 rear-firing midrange cone that brings a little 3D sound to the stage that has me intrigued. Having the band / audience / soundmeister / me hear the bass clearly is a big deal. Either tall versions of the H1203 or C112 would work well from what I can tell. But it’s that 3Dish sound that is causing the brain synapses to convulse with ecstatic low-end gyrations!
So, for those of you have (or had) the privilege of playing both of the H/C tall versions, would you consider the C112T or the H1203T as your primary or go-to cab? Or does it kinda depend on the musical genre/style/venue?
This wouldn’t be an issue, of course, if I would get one of each
but my better half would have a conniption fit (x infinity). So, in the near term, the AK cab would be the primary cab combined with an Acme Low B112FR cab (8ohms) for larger settings. I figure the Subway 800+ amp plus the AK cab will cover most venues superbly.
Oh…one other question: In tiny stage areas, keeping the cab a foot away from the back wall is a good idea. But what if you can’t do that and it’s more like 3-inches away from the wall? Any difference you notice between an H1203 and a C112 (aside from tweaking the ports)?
Kudos in large doses to you all who have contributed to this thread! Very informative!
Gotta say, however, after reaching the 400-page mark of this thread, I’m considering seriously changing the order to a C1233T (C112T).
From what I have read either an H1203T or a C112T will sound similar in the sense that they go a bit deeper than the the H1203 or C112 (C112T going a tad deeper than the H1203T) And the C112T has a bit more high end clarity than the H1203T. It’s the C112 rear-firing midrange cone that brings a little 3D sound to the stage that has me intrigued. Having the band / audience / soundmeister / me hear the bass clearly is a big deal. Either tall versions of the H1203 or C112 would work well from what I can tell. But it’s that 3Dish sound that is causing the brain synapses to convulse with ecstatic low-end gyrations!
So, for those of you have (or had) the privilege of playing both of the H/C tall versions, would you consider the C112T or the H1203T as your primary or go-to cab? Or does it kinda depend on the musical genre/style/venue?
This wouldn’t be an issue, of course, if I would get one of each
but my better half would have a conniption fit (x infinity). So, in the near term, the AK cab would be the primary cab combined with an Acme Low B112FR cab (8ohms) for larger settings. I figure the Subway 800+ amp plus the AK cab will cover most venues superbly.Oh…one other question: In tiny stage areas, keeping the cab a foot away from the back wall is a good idea. But what if you can’t do that and it’s more like 3-inches away from the wall? Any difference you notice between an H1203 and a C112 (aside from tweaking the ports)?
Kudos in large doses to you all who have contributed to this thread! Very informative!
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Ive never tried the C but my Hather 1203T has sufficient dispersion and midrange for that matter. Im sure the C are amazing, but for me I hear fine and the less bleed into other mics the better. Im sure others will differ though.
I have both the c112t and h1203tStoked to be in queue for an H1203T!
Gotta say, however, after reaching the 400-page mark of this thread, I’m considering seriously changing the order to a C1233T (C112T).
From what I have read either an H1203T or a C112T will sound similar in the sense that they go a bit deeper than the the H1203 or C112 (C112T going a tad deeper than the H1203T) And the C112T has a bit more high end clarity than the H1203T. It’s the C112 rear-firing midrange cone that brings a little 3D sound to the stage that has me intrigued. Having the band / audience / soundmeister / me hear the bass clearly is a big deal. Either tall versions of the H1203 or C112 would work well from what I can tell. But it’s that 3Dish sound that is causing the brain synapses to convulse with ecstatic low-end gyrations!
So, for those of you have (or had) the privilege of playing both of the H/C tall versions, would you consider the C112T or the H1203T as your primary or go-to cab? Or does it kinda depend on the musical genre/style/venue?
This wouldn’t be an issue, of course, if I would get one of each
Oh…one other question: In tiny stage areas, keeping the cab a foot away from the back wall is a good idea. But what if you can’t do that and it’s more like 3-inches away from the wall? Any difference you notice between an H1203 and a C112 (aside from tweaking the ports)?
Kudos in large doses to you all who have contributed to this thread! Very informative!
Play thru a d800.
The hathor does go a little deeper and louder due to more internal space.
The changeling has a little more acoustic sparkle if you will. Hard to describe.
Both are absoloutly amazing.
I kinda like the hathor a little more but ive gigged the changling a little more for no reason than i usually just grab one cab at random because its all i need .
So the space taken up by the rear-firing mid driver makes the h1203t sound deeper than a c112t even though both have same external dimensions?
Exactly. There rear firing mid is in its own chamber on the changeling.
On the hathor its open space / part of the 12 inch .
The volume difference is minimal.
Both are very loud. Dont miss it on the changeling. But technically a 2db difference if i remember correctly.
i think the crossover sits in the bottom of the c112t?
i tend to “prefer” the hathor and tc112 at home, but i sure seem to have done a lot of gigs with the c112t.
i tend to “prefer” the hathor and tc112 at home, but i sure seem to have done a lot of gigs with the c112t.
This stay at home thing made me claean out the garage.
I unearthed the mesa 400+ .
I know these cabs were kinda designed for class d amplification. But holy mother of god they are absoloutly magical thru a good tube head.
I unearthed the mesa 400+ .
I know these cabs were kinda designed for class d amplification. But holy mother of god they are absoloutly magical thru a good tube head.
Hello. Is that a fact?
I'm not challenging you. It's just that I can't recall hearing this said about Duke's bass cabinets. Thanks.
Lowendtech
Happily trending in my own peculiar direction.
I popped the port tubes out of my C112T yesterday (a zip tie broke on the board and I had moved the cab and heard it rattling around so had to replace it). There is a board on the bottom of the cab that has a lot of components on it. Suffice it to say that it’s very busy.
Lowendtech
Happily trending in my own peculiar direction.
No not a fact. But the class d sure fit on them better.
When i was shopping for these cabs alot of the users on here were usin class d heads with them.
Dukes cabs work great with anything.
I wasnt trying to pigion hole them.
Lowendtech
Happily trending in my own peculiar direction.
It’s true that most tube amps fit on top of the 15’s much better. And the sound......
Turn the 12ts sideways and the tube heads fit perfectly.It’s true that most tube amps fit on top of the 15’s much better. And the sound......
And the sound......Duke is a genius
Anybody hear how Duke is doing lately? What he's up to?
Lowendtech
Happily trending in my own peculiar direction.
So true. I had a C115 and plopped my H1203 on top of it sideways. It was almost too much. Just massive.
Stoked to be in queue for an H1203T!
Gotta say, however, after reaching the 400-page mark of this thread, I’m considering seriously changing the order to a C1233T (C112T).
From what I have read either an H1203T or a C112T will sound similar in the sense that they go a bit deeper than the the H1203 or C112 (C112T going a tad deeper than the H1203T) And the C112T has a bit more high end clarity than the H1203T. It’s the C112 rear-firing midrange cone that brings a little 3D sound to the stage that has me intrigued. Having the band / audience / soundmeister / me hear the bass clearly is a big deal. Either tall versions of the H1203 or C112 would work well from what I can tell. But it’s that 3Dish sound that is causing the brain synapses to convulse with ecstatic low-end gyrations!
So, for those of you have (or had) the privilege of playing both of the H/C tall versions, would you consider the C112T or the H1203T as your primary or go-to cab? Or does it kinda depend on the musical genre/style/venue?
This wouldn’t be an issue, of course, if I would get one of each
Oh…one other question: In tiny stage areas, keeping the cab a foot away from the back wall is a good idea. But what if you can’t do that and it’s more like 3-inches away from the wall? Any difference you notice between an H1203 and a C112 (aside from tweaking the ports)?
Kudos in large doses to you all who have contributed to this thread! Very informative!
I wish I could say I'd had the pleasure of playing both. I can only tell you I've had zero complaints about the tone of my C112T, and would heartily recommend it.
In fact, I'm hopeful I might be able to give it a bit more of a go now that I have a 5 string again (picked up a Dingwall Combustion recently). Unfortunately I live in a unit block, so letting it rip is a little hard. I miss being able to rehearse properly...!
Lowendtech
Happily trending in my own peculiar direction.
I hear rooftop concerts are possible. Some band did it a while ago and it was pretty good.
