• TalkBass has been independent since 1998. Add your voice.
    Create a free account to reply to discussions, view embedded media, and browse with fewer display ads.
    Join free Log in
    Want zero display ads or expanded classifieds tools? Compare plans.

Favorite lightweight bass cab with good low-end?

#103
IMG_0300.JPG


I wanted a modular 2x115 setup and really liked the subway cabs, but decided to give the GK CX115 a try. Almost half the cost of the subways, I really like the tone of the stacked 15's with my MB500 and they are as light as anything out there. They also fit really nicely in the back of my smaller SUV

The character is quite different from the neos and I like the fact that the are all black instead of the silver grille neos. I really like some thump on stage, and short of my ampeg 810 this gets my bootie movin.
 
  • Like
Reactions: TAZ and chip134
#104
I think the Bergantino is a wonderful idea. At some point I'm getting their amp, because of the massive & accurate tonal control. Their 12" cab is designed to do what you want sound-wise-at 32#! From your description I'd pass on the neo version. $1000.
 
#109
beate_r said:
Won't help if You have to cross many stairs.
Click to expand...

Yes, they will. Perhaps you have avoided some of the kinds of jobs I once held when young? ;)

Actually, hand trucks such as the one pictured, are designed for going up and down stairs. Trust me, I've hauled 100+ lbs (+45 kilo) cabinets up and down stairs with a very similar device for many years. Having a large enough vehicle helps, too. :thumbsup:

handtruck.jpg
 
Last edited:
  • Like
Reactions: chip134, bloobass, Michael Schreiber and 1 other person
#111
bloobass said:
What's the key difference(s) between the LF and non-LF?
Click to expand...

Frequency response. The LF is more of a sub woofer focusing on low frequencies and not going very high. The Non-LF go high enough to where it is usable on its own with out a mid or tweeter (for some of us:)).
 
  • Like
Reactions: metallicafan18, DukeLeJeune and Michael Schreiber
#112
bloobass said:
What's the key difference(s) between the LF and non-LF?
Click to expand...

Imo aproud1's answer is right on the money. The non-LF has a curve shape (or tonal quality) that works well for electric bass, and the LF does not. Imo the right ways to use the LF are the ways Greenboy is using it: Either with a midrange driver, crossed over low enough to avoid the LF's peak at 1.2 kHz, or as an add-on sub.
 
  • Like
Reactions: tree_trunker, dukeorock and aproud1
#113
Lammchop93 said:
Hi all, I've been currently running a Darkglass M900 into a Mesa powerhouse 212 for the last year or so, and i like the tone, but I've been having to haul around my rig more often, and this cab is getting old moving around all the time. I like the tone of it, but it is a little harsh on the treble side. I've cut the tweeter, and have my treble rolled back a good amount on the amp.

My question to you is, what are some good lightweight bass cabs that have a more low end focus? Maybe even a cab that doesn't have a tweeter? I was looking at the Mesa Subway 115's, but don't know much about them. I've owned lots of GK NEO's in the past, but still found them more treble-y than I prefer.


I was thinking 2 1x15 cabs might be good? Opinions? I would not like to spend more than $1000 on a pair of cabs, or one really good cab that is 500w at least.


Another idea was getting 2 Orange OBC115's, and swapping the speakers for a neodymium speaker. I've always been an Orange fan.
Click to expand...

Don is no longer in business. He has retired. He built two cabs for me and that was it.
 
#116
I haven't tried them all, but I've tried some Bergantino neo cabs and highly recommend them. I used CN210 cabs for awhile and they excel at low end. I've also tried HDN cabs, they sound great too. Apparently the new Berg REF series is the most hi-fi of the bunch but I haven't tried any.

I currently use the Bergantino HG310 cabs, but they are sealed and have "tighter" low end than the ported cabs I mentioned above (I happen to prefer the HGs, even though I play 5-string).
 
#117
Aguilar GS112

I use one for rehearsals with a TC Electronic BH250, and two with a TC BH800 for gigs.

I had been using an Eden D210XLT, and the Aguilar GS112 goes deeper and has a more pleasing tone.

I also tried the Eden D112XLT and it didn't go as low as the Aguilar.

And I tried an Eden EX110 and it really didn't go low enough. Or high enough.
 
Last edited:
#119
I'm gigging an Orange SmartPower210 and I'm LOVING it so far. It goes loud enough for live when needed, it goes quiet (or loud) enough for rehearsals, and it articulates nicely. Even so without a tweeter. It's got a very defined sound that loves sitting in the mix, or at least, that how it feels to me :)

Low end is not huge though, normal I'd say. If you want more low end, then a SP212 might be something for you? I have played one for a month, but it wasn't my thing. Very boomy, moves a lot of air. Just not quite as quirk as I'd like to have my cab

Both are super portable, super giggable, very lightweight, and mostly super versatile! One time purchase, never need another cab
 
#120
Well I've played multiple cabs (fender, acoustic, Markbass, Warwick, ampeg, hartke, Schroeder)

I personally like Schroeder cabs. They are awesome. I have a 1210pl that weighs around 45lbs, 4ohms and is 1100 watts.

I also have 210pl which is 35lbs, 4ohms and has 800-900 watts, I can't remember. I play these through the Darkglass 900 head and love it. Can get a Nolly tone.and many others with it.

Also Jorge is a great guy and it's all built in US.
 
  • Like
Reactions: metallicafan18

Latest posts

Top Bottom
Back