Thanks, Linnin.
That’s probably going to rule out the 112s for me. I’ll probably have to build this rig over time starting with a max of two pieces (a head and a cab) and going up to four pieces: maybe the 200h and 500h and 2 cabs. At this point (still early in my search) I’m looking at a 115 and a 210 giving me the option of running either cab by itself with the 200h, both together with the 200h, the 210 by itself with the 500h or both together with the 500h. I’m nervous to run the 115 by itself with the 500h since it’s only rated for 300w and the 500 puts 350w into one cab.
Obviously you and others hear a difference between the 115 and the 210 cabs. What makes you prefer the 115 (or two 15s) over the 10 inch speakers?
Hey, Aaron...I will give you a different slant on this, FWIW.
I come from the "dark ages" of the 60's, playing soul, blues and R & B. At that time, the best sound came from 15" drivers. To quote your expression in a previous post, "15's seemed a little bassy". That, to me, is a good thing!
More recently, a good friend of mine and a gigging "rock" musician said 10" drivers were the best for him because they cut through the loud guitarists and drummers. I didn't argue with him because he has a different situation and, apparently found a solution.
Long story, short, the decision for the size of the drivers rests with you, the music you play and who you play it with.
It is unfortunate that Fender eliminated the 12" option (at least for now). You can still go with a Rumble 200 or 500 head, but you will have to source an alternative 12" cab, if that is the compromise you are prepared to make. I am happy with 15's because I know I can make them work for the music I play...IMHO.
