Fav standalone 4 ohm cabinets

[mindwell]

I currently have a racked 1987 GK 800RB and an MTI-era SVT head, and figure to start gigging again in the next few months. What I *don't* have is a gig ready 4 ohm standalone cab, having passed my 70's 810 fridge to my brother. What workhorse 4 ohm cabinet meets *your* needs, and why? Bonus points for pictures and uncommon/sleeper/perverse suggestions.

 

[rodl2005]

Bergantino HG410 is a sealed 410, with a rear firing speaker. Works well for live work with an AD200B or B|Amp.
NV215, again, sealed, for big stuff, but still manageable...imo

HG410

NV215

 

[Chickenwheels]

My main workhorse is an 800RB. After hunting around for the ultimate 4ohm cab (for me) I went Bergantino CN410. High sensitivity (loud for wattage used), lightweight and portable, and beautiful sound. This is my main gig rig and I love it.

 

[anderbass]

Ampeg 18e with a 4-0hm, Eminence Deltalite 2515 installed with a plywood adaptor ring.

 

[bucephylus]

Bergantino NV610T

 

[StereoPlayer]

I have two of these. One 8 ohm and one 4 ohm.

I’m not running them through the same head. It’s my stereo rig. I use the 4 ohm cab for my neck PU.
I’m very happy with these and they are readily available.

 

[Microbass]

Barefaced SuperTwin.
17Kg/40ish lbs. Will handle anything you throw at it. Lows are full and fat, seems to work great with any amp that's been in-front of it.

 

[kobass]

Bergantino CN212. It always kills.

 

[Zooberwerx]

Actually 5.25 ohm but certainly stand-alone and <50 lbs with an abbreviated footprint.

 

[jnewmark]

These days, I play pretty much small clubs, so one 4 ohm, Schroeder, PL15 is usually enough. But, sometimes I need two, and since my GB Shuttlemax, 12.2 can do two, 4 ohm cabs, its not a problem.

 

[Element Zero]

Mesa Subway 410. Lightweight, recessed side handles, heavy duty casters, incredible power handling, unfathomable low end, punchy Mids … it’s perfection.

 

[Koog]

My Bergantino HG 410 and two HG 310s are the best cabs I've experienced in my 58 year bass journey. They are transparent, clear, articulate and pack plenty of punch.

The HG 410 is plenty for medium and large venues. The HG 310s are great with one cab alone in smaller venues and studio settings. And, once in a while I've stacked the two 310s just for fun. Any configuration of these cabs work well mic-ed, or direct to FOH when needed. A note of caution, the 310s, when run together rate at 2 ohms. If the stacking configuration appeals, remember to check the ohm capability of your head. My Berg Forte(s) have that capability, so I have no challenge making this match.

Hope this helps.

Koog

 

[rickwebb]

Ampeg SVT610 cab. I hauled one around for years before my almost-60 back started really complaining, but that's beside the point.
Solid sounding cabinet, not too boomy. Hope that helps.

 

[Thumpin6string]

I have since paired down to 2 small 8 ohm cabs, but the best standalone 4 ohm cab was my Epifani UL410. Pretty light at 56 pounds and it put out 1000 watts of thunderous bass.

 

[Jaco who?]

A Genz Benz neox 212t if you can find one. If I wasn't poor, I'd get a series IV GK neo 212. Light, not as deep and macho looking as popular competitors, but much easier to carry and the sound doesn't just blast you in the knees.

 

[Hot Rats]

This is my 4 ohm standalone... I have not used it much recently (like 4 times in a few years) but it's always standing by ready to go....

 

[mindwell]

Ampeg 18e with a 4-0hm, Eminence Deltalite 2515 installed with a plywood adaptor ring.

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Pretty cool; like the form factor. How does this do for sound pressure and mid & high frequency response?

 

[mrcbass]

I also use the MarkBass Traveler 210. I have a 4 ohm and an 8ohm. My GK1200 Legacy can push them both, if I have an outdoor gig, but typically the single 4 ohm is plenty for most gigs I do. At 28 lbs each, they're a real back saver and I do get a lot of "I can't believe how much you get out of that little thing" comments.

 

[dbsfgyd1]

I currently have a racked 1987 GK 800RB and an MTI-era SVT head, and figure to start gigging again in the next few months. What I *don't* have is a gig ready 4 ohm standalone cab, having passed my 70's 810 fridge to my brother. What workhorse 4 ohm cabinet meets *your* needs, and why? Bonus points for pictures and uncommon/sleeper/perverse suggestions.

I’ve never had a 4ohm cab. I was always more concerned about decibels, tone, and efficiencies than wattage capabilities.

As I’ve posted, I have a lifetime supply of Eden gear (no 4ohm cabs), but I was going to get one 4ohm, I probably opt for the 112 Mesa cab. Depending on weight and size, might be inclined to but the Mesa 115 cab.

 

[musicman556]

I’ve never had a 4ohm cab. I was always more concerned about decibels, tone, and efficiencies than wattage capabilities.

As I’ve posted, I have a lifetime supply of Eden gear (no 4ohm cabs), but I was going to get one 4ohm, I probably opt for the 112 Mesa cab. Depending on weight and size, might be inclined to but the Mesa 115 cab.

The Mesa Subway 115, 112, and 210 cabs are all 8 ohm, I believe. The 212, 215, and 410 are 4 ohm.

I did this a little different. I have 2x GK Neo 112ii cabs that I usually stack on their side for a sweet vertical 4 ohm stack. I love the height. It's great for hearing yourself and puts the amp right where you can see it for quick & easy adjustments on the fly.

I also have the Subway 115/210 stack but those boxes aren't as easy to toss around. The 2x GK stack has really become my favorite set of cabs. So dang punchy.