Back on the hartke train!!!!!!

[reggie hall]

Hello everyone,its been a long time since I been on here, I work alot I work 6 days a week ugh
Anyways after church yesterday I decided to check out Sam ash and guitar center in Tampa fl (awful customers service) I walked around maybe 30-45 mins and not one time did any employee acknowledge me or anything, so I browsed there cab selection and came across the new hartke hd410 cab
I didn't get to play it long maybe 15 mins because kids were bugging me about food, but from what I heard it sounds absolutely amazing
Since the service was bad I didn't purchase from either store, instead I ordered online at Zzsound, I will be pairing it with a hartke ha5500...... Do any of you own the new hartke hd410??? Or played one???? What's your thoughts on it???

 

[JimmyM]

Not played that one but the original HyDrive cabs are the best cabs they make IMHO. Is there anything actually new about it except the cosmetics?

 

[reggie hall]

Not played that one but the original HyDrive cabs are the best cabs they make IMHO. Is there anything actually new about it except the cosmetics?

I honestly don't think so. I was willing to purchase the hydrives but they had none, looks like they only advertising the new hd series now, wish I could have A&B them

 

[Mvilmany]

I bought a used HyDrive 115 because I got it for an amazing price. I am beyond impressed with it.

 

[reggie hall]

I bought a used HyDrive 115 because I got it for an amazing price. I am beyond impressed with it.

Is it the new hd series or hydrive

 

[Mastermold]

I honestly don't think so. I was willing to purchase the hydrives but they had none, looks like they only advertising the new hd series now, wish I could have A&B them

If they are as good as the last generation then I'm sure you'll dig it. Congrats!

 

[Mvilmany]

Is it the new hd series or hydrive

HyDrive 115

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[mikewalker]

I've never had a chance to try the 4-10 but I have the HD112 and I think its the best bang-for-buck bass cab ever. I'm going to get a second one soon...

 

[The Chuck]

It looks great with the black grill- so much better than the silver! Good luck!

An't nothin wrong with Hartke - I use a 4.5XL with a PF800. It rocks out pretty good.

 

[reggie hall]

So what do people think hartke is low end gear??? U may not see them on tv much like ampeg, mark bass etc... But they have killer gear just as good or better than some of the other names

 

[reggie hall]

If they are as good as the last generation then I'm sure you'll dig it. Congrats!

Thanks now I'm ready to gig lol,

 

[Mastermold]

So what do people think hartke is low end gear??? U may not see them on tv much like ampeg, mark bass etc... But they have killer gear just as good or better than some of the other names

Victor Wooten can play anything he wants and seems to like them just fine. You’re in good company I think.

 

[reggie hall]

I decided against getting the hartke tx600 amp though, I heard more bad than good so I will stick with the good ole ha5500

 

[reggie hall]

I decided against getting the hartke tx600 amp though, I heard more bad than good so I will stick with the good ole ha5500

I had the lh500 good amp but limited sound customization, I even thought about a lh1000 but na the 5500 is enough

 

[reggie hall]

With the hd410 being so short would u guys throw another 410 under it or a 15,to have it more at ear level

 

[AMp'D.2play]

Based on the videos I've seen, I'm very impressed with the newer Hydrive HD series. From some of the reviews, I believe they're claimed to have a bigger low end and softer top end than the originals. They're supposedly voiced differently, & it may be due to the use of anodized aluminum or kevlar/paper cones. I'd like to try one in person, but the Sam Ash near me only has the combos. I'll have to check out the one near where I work.

I wouldn't mind going lighter than my current 2 Bergantino 112s, that are ~ 45 lbs each. The HD115 is around 51 lbs, so that's too heavy, but the 112 &/or 210 is something I'd consider. I also need a smallish footprint, especially now since I no longer drive an SUV and they'd need to fit in the hatch of my VW Golf. Shedding 5-10 lbs per cab is my primary goal, but they'd also need to sound good. At its price point, I like the Hydrive HDs better than the Fender Rumble or GK cabs.

Also looking at the Mesa Subway line - which sound awesome - but they're 2x the price, and for weekend bar gigs, really, who's going to notice the difference?!

 

[dbase]

Great thread.. I get to show off my Hydrive rig... thanks

 

[reggie hall]

Great thread.. I get to show off my Hydrive rig... thanks
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That's a killer looking rig, I bet it has heart thumping bass

 

[The Chuck]

I decided against getting the hartke tx600 amp though, I heard more bad than good so I will stick with the good ole ha5500

I had an HA3500 for years- bullet proof!

 

[The Chuck]

Here is the 4.5XL de-badged (I just think it looks better without the badges).

Also- please note the CREAM ticket stub next to the head stock. Tuesday Oct. 25, 2005 MSG. A fun night!