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EA 112 + which 210?

Rocky55

Rocky55

Jan 28, 2004
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Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
www.doubleback.ca
#1
Hello eh?

I've been using 2 CXL112 with an iAMP800 for a while. I really wanted the NL210 but got a great deal on the 2nd 112. Now I just found a used, but near mint, older VL210 (I think it's the B version).

I don't have the specs on it, but I suspect it is a lot less efficient than the newer NL series. Since the NL/CXL112 stack has been getting rave reviews, could I expect something similar with the VL/CXL112? Or should I just wait to find a NL? Asking price is Cdn$500 (approx. US$410). I might be able to negotiate a slightly lower price.

Thanks,
R
 
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Rocky55 said:
Hello eh?

I've been using 2 CXL112 with an iAMP800 for a while. I really wanted the NL210 but got a great deal on the 2nd 112. Now I just found a used, but near mint, older VL210 (I think it's the B version).

I don't have the specs on it, but I suspect it is a lot less efficient than the newer NL series. Since the NL/CXL112 stack has been getting rave reviews, could I expect something similar with the VL/CXL112? Or should I just wait to find a NL? Asking price is Cdn$500 (approx. US$410). I might be able to negotiate a slightly lower price.

Thanks,
R
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I would not say that the VL-series is "a lot less efficient" than either the CxL or NL 210's. Sure, depending on what numbers you look at, the VL-series does look to be much less efficient, but I think that back when they were quoting numbers for the VL series they were very conservative. Plus, the newer VL-210B had more efficient 10" drivers. The nice thing with either the CxL-210 or NL-210 is that they are an exact fit, size wise, to the CxL-112, where as the VL-210 is wider. Plus, the VL series are carpeted. And the newer 2x10's are a tad more efficient (just not "a lot more").

Ideally, the CxL-210 or NL-210 would make for the best matchup, but I think it would sound good with a VL-210, too.

Tom.
 
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Sorry Rocky. Couldn't resist. :)
 
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jokerjkny said:
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So, what are you trying to say?
 
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Steve Clark said:
Yoda voice on: "Strong, GAS in this one is"

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Sorry Rocky. Couldn't resist. :)
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I don't think I got all of this one... my work firewall wouldn't let me see the attachment. :( Steve, I really hope to be doing business with you soon... and that will be much sooner if you can find me a used NL210. :help:

jokerjkny said:
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Thanks Joker. That's kind of what I was expecting. I really want to try this little box. I really like the 112, and I can only imagine how adding the 210 would sound... which model would you recommend? :confused:

Rocky
 
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Rocky55 said:
I really like the 112, and I can only imagine how adding the 210 would sound... which model would you recommend? :confused:

Rocky
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I'd say that the CxL-210 is the EA 2x10 that sounds the most like the CxL-112 - but the NL-210 is the one that weighs the most like the CxL-112L! :p In my recent 2x10 shootout, the CxL-210 had the most clear/cutting tone, and the NL-210 had more punch, warmth, and fullness (but remains very clear and articulate). I think that either would sound great with the CxL-112. With the CxL-210, you get scalpel-precision (and a combo that sound darn near perfect with the Deep switch engaged on an iAMP 800) This is a very flexible combination, but I think that it does require a little EQ-ing to get it just right (though it responds well to said EQ). Adding the NL-210 introduces a bit more warmth and punch, but with plenty of clarity. Basically, the combos sound just like you would expect, given the sonic character of each cab.
 
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tombowlus said:
I'd say that the CxL-210 is the EA 2x10 that sounds the most like the CxL-112 - but the NL-210 is the one that weighs the most like the CxL-112L! :p In my recent 2x10 shootout, the CxL-210 had the most clear/cutting tone, and the NL-210 had more punch, warmth, and fullness (but remains very clear and articulate). I think that either would sound great with the CxL-112. With the CxL-210, you get scalpel-precision (and a combo that sound darn near perfect with the Deep switch engaged on an iAMP 800) This is a very flexible combination, but I think that it does require a little EQ-ing to get it just right (though it responds well to said EQ). Adding the NL-210 introduces a bit more warmth and punch, but with plenty of clarity. Basically, the combos sound just like you would expect, given the sonic character of each cab.
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Thanks Tom,
I did read all the posts in your latest shootout. My last question about what model Joker would recommend was after his post with 70 "NL210". I was just being stupid.

Then again your last reply still added a lot of value. Thanks for the insight. Bottom line is I think I will pass on the local VL210 which appears to be a B version (my original post). I don't think it's exactly what I'm looking for and the most important part... it's furry! I don't typically like eq'ing much so it sounds like I will just have to hold on and wait for an NL210. Did I get this right joker?

I might already have a line on 2 of them. I was planning on getting one and selling one CXL112. Now I'm being stupid and considering getting the 2 (if available and affordable) and stacking the 4 cabs. That would be ridiculous... but way too much fun!

Thanks very much guys... I'll post as soon as I get one. In the meantime, if anyone finds a used NL210... please let me know!

Rocky
 

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