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#7,601
So, I hope this isn't out of bounds but I'm hoping that you guys can help me out...but rest assured that my heart will always be with Genzler.

I am setting up in a smallish rehearsal space and I want to keep a single, loud cabinet there. It may get used, abused, or maybe even stolen so it can't be too expensive. But it needs to be loud. I will bring in my MG800 to drive it but that is obviously easy to transport, plugin and go.

Therefore, I am looking for a relatively inexpensive solution ($300 or less), used or new. Not sure if I want a single 15, 2x10, 4x10 but it really doesn't matter much. Sound quality is less important than sound quantity as I will be keeping up with live drums and marshalls in a small room (with suitable ear protection of course). Thoughts? Suggestions? I'm sure there are a gazillion options out there from all kinds of manufacturers -- Peavey, GK, Hartke, Fender, Ampeg. But for those of you who use Genzler gear but who also are in a situation like me or who have experience using their head (350 or 800) with a non-Genzler cab, I'd love to hear about it. I'm sure my MG800 will make almost anything sound good! :)

TIA.

--D
 
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Joeykun said:
I’ve never had an issue with my Magellan on top of 2 SLT cabs. The amp weighs enough to keep it in place.
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Good to know. I've had class-D amps "walk around" a bit on top of the enclosure if things really get pumping, but a little more weight definitely helps. Once you get light enough to carry an amp in one hand without hardship, I don't see much benefit in getting even lighter - and in fact, I view it as a potential detriment. The MG-800 really does a great job of being both "light enough" and "substantial enough." Great head, for sure! :thumbsup:
 
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dwellers said:
So, I hope this isn't out of bounds but I'm hoping that you guys can help me out...but rest assured that my heart will always be with Genzler.

I am setting up in a smallish rehearsal space and I want to keep a single, loud cabinet there. It may get used, abused, or maybe even stolen so it can't be too expensive. But it needs to be loud. I will bring in my MG800 to drive it but that is obviously easy to transport, plugin and go.

Therefore, I am looking for a relatively inexpensive solution ($300 or less), used or new. Not sure if I want a single 15, 2x10, 4x10 but it really doesn't matter much. Sound quality is less important than sound quantity as I will be keeping up with live drums and marshalls in a small room (with suitable ear protection of course). Thoughts? Suggestions? I'm sure there are a gazillion options out there from all kinds of manufacturers -- Peavey, GK, Hartke, Fender, Ampeg. But for those of you who use Genzler gear but who also are in a situation like me or who have experience using their head (350 or 800) with a non-Genzler cab, I'd love to hear about it. I'm sure my MG800 will make almost anything sound good! :)

TIA.

--D
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describing your situation and looking at a single cab solution, I would suggest a 2-12 cab, many of which can be found in the used market. Uber 212 would be ideal, or maybe a Berg AE212
 
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dwellers said:
So, I hope this isn't out of bounds but I'm hoping that you guys can help me out...but rest assured that my heart will always be with Genzler.

I am setting up in a smallish rehearsal space and I want to keep a single, loud cabinet there. It may get used, abused, or maybe even stolen so it can't be too expensive. But it needs to be loud. I will bring in my MG800 to drive it but that is obviously easy to transport, plugin and go.

Therefore, I am looking for a relatively inexpensive solution ($300 or less), used or new. Not sure if I want a single 15, 2x10, 4x10 but it really doesn't matter much. Sound quality is less important than sound quantity as I will be keeping up with live drums and marshalls in a small room (with suitable ear protection of course). Thoughts? Suggestions? I'm sure there are a gazillion options out there from all kinds of manufacturers -- Peavey, GK, Hartke, Fender, Ampeg. But for those of you who use Genzler gear but who also are in a situation like me or who have experience using their head (350 or 800) with a non-Genzler cab, I'd love to hear about it. I'm sure my MG800 will make almost anything sound good! :)

TIA.

--D
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I haven't played a Genzler through one, but for that situation, I'd pick up a used SWR Workingmans 4x10 for peanuts. Not a bad sounding beater cab, IMO, and they are pretty indestructible.
 
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tombowlus said:
Good to know. I've had class-D amps "walk around" a bit on top of the enclosure if things really get pumping, but a little more weight definitely helps. Once you get light enough to carry an amp in one hand without hardship, I don't see much benefit in getting even lighter - and in fact, I view it as a potential detriment. The MG-800 really does a great job of being both "light enough" and "substantial enough." Great head, for sure! :thumbsup:
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Hi Tom, great to read your other post today with your initial experience with the 2 x BA15-3 SLT stack. I'm sure we'll talk more on that.
Regarding the slant created when stacking 2 of our SLT cabs, we did take a long look at the angle created when stacking 2. Unlike the BA12-3 SLT where we have a handle in the top of the cabinet to thread cables through --- the BA15-3 SLT cabs have side mounted handles. We found that with our heads there is no issue with movement on such a slanted stack.
As you mentioned above --- with the MG-800 we did design it so that it was "light enough" but "substantial enough" to stay on top of slanted cabinets. Not only the head having some slight heft helps but we also use a very soft and rubbery foot which really "sticks" the amp on the cab and it is very hard to make it slide.
There are other amps that might use more of a slick, plastic foot which might have an issue, but running "GENZLER on GENZLER" would not be a concern.
 
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I am very fortunate to actually have a gig during this pandemic. It’s a little different from my normal gigs. This is a Drive-In style show outdoors. We are booked for 2 shows each day this Saturday and Sunday. All of them are Sold Out!

These shows will be available via Live Stream at 12:00pm & 3:00pm each day.
Live Stream Link: Video Streaming | Tupelo Music Hall

Check it out if you can. I’ll be using my Magellan 800 and the new BA15-3 SLT & BA410-3 stack! See you then!

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Jeff Genzler said:
Hi Tom, great to read your other post today with your initial experience with the 2 x BA15-3 SLT stack. I'm sure we'll talk more on that.
Regarding the slant created when stacking 2 of our SLT cabs, we did take a long look at the angle created when stacking 2. Unlike the BA12-3 SLT where we have a handle in the top of the cabinet to thread cables through --- the BA15-3 SLT cabs have side mounted handles. We found that with our heads there is no issue with movement on such a slanted stack.
As you mentioned above --- with the MG-800 we did design it so that it was "light enough" but "substantial enough" to stay on top of slanted cabinets. Not only the head having some slight heft helps but we also use a very soft and rubbery foot which really "sticks" the amp on the cab and it is very hard to make it slide.
There are other amps that might use more of a slick, plastic foot which might have an issue, but running "GENZLER on GENZLER" would not be a concern.
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"Genzler on Genzler!" Now that's my kind of action! :)

Happy weekend to everyone. Stay safe.
 
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xbud said:
NAD Genzler Magellan 800

Only got to play with it for a couple of hours, but I am really liking it!! I get to jam tonight for the first time in months, should be a lot of fun with the new amp!!
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Enjoy! Often, when I am reviewing a new piece of gear, I like to comment on what a given item does well, but also what aspects might be a bit less than impressive. The MG-800 is one of those products where, no matter how hard you look, it just doesn't really have any "needs improvement" qualities. Solid win, across the board! :bassist: :bassist: :bassist: :thumbsup:
 
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tombowlus said:
Enjoy! Often, when I am reviewing a new piece of gear, I like to comment on what a given item does well, but also what aspects might be a bit less than impressive. The MG-800 is one of those products where, no matter how hard you look, it just doesn't really have any "needs improvement" qualities. Solid win, across the board! :bassist: :bassist: :bassist: :thumbsup:
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And that is saying something coming from this guy who has reviewed basically everything.
 
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tombowlus said:
Enjoy! Often, when I am reviewing a new piece of gear, I like to comment on what a given item does well, but also what aspects might be a bit less than impressive. The MG-800 is one of those products where, no matter how hard you look, it just doesn't really have any "needs improvement" qualities. Solid win, across the board! :bassist: :bassist: :bassist: :thumbsup:
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It could have a footswitch for contour.
 
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