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Genzler NC-115t - Single Cab Solution For Rock Gigs?

Does anybody out there have any experience with using the Genzler NC-115t as a single cab solution for rock gigs?

I've been looking into the NC-212t and the NC-115t (also considering options from Mesa and GK) as potential lightweight, small form factor single cab solutions (no-PA support) to pair with my Kinetix 800 for medium-loudish rock gigs in venues ranging from small bars to semi-outdoor ice houses and hotel ballrooms.

I was previously pairing my Kinetix with a BA410-3, which sounded absolutely fantastic but was always more than I ever needed. Plus, with the prospect of a lighter schlep and smaller footprint for cramped stages, the NC series 212 and 115 seem to fit the bill. I know the MG-212t also gets a lot of love, but the higher price along with the similar weight to the 410 have me looking at the NC series.

I should also note that even with the smooth highs of the BA410-3, I still typically ran a LPF set between no higher than 5k with varying levels of drive for anything between low-middy Motown thump to a (mostly) grindy hi-mid picked P-bass tone. So while it feels really weird to be moving away from such a cool concept like the BA series, it just seems like maybe a more traditional cab with the tweeter turned off might suit my particular needs better (and save a little cash, to boot).

Based on posts on TB, I feel pretty confident the NC-212t would fit the bill in terms of projection and volume, but previous descriptions from Mr. Genzler have me wondering if the more vocal mids of the NC-115t would suit me better than the smoother mids of the 212. However, I wonder if the 115 would have the oomph needed to carry the larger venues I play.

Haven't been able to find either of these cabs in my area to audition, but even if I could I've got a 9 month old at home that's been making it hard to get out of the house period 😅, so any input is greatly appreciated!
 
I play in a rock tribute and play a large Genzler rig. I am very familiar with both of these cabs. Personally, I would go with the NC 212-T for your gig. Although the NC115-T is a great cab the 212 would be a better fit.
 
NC 212 all day long! Here's mine next to my much loved GB Uber Bass 212. I never thought of the GB as a large cab, but the NC is an absolute joy to load in and out. The miniscule footprint with the huge sound has me loving my new setup!

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I play in a rock tribute and play a large Genzler rig. I am very familiar with both of these cabs. Personally, I would go with the NC 212-T for your gig. Although the NC115-T is a great cab the 212 would be a better fit.
212 for life. I love my MG212s so much, it's an awesome(loud) form factor.
 
Does anybody out there have any experience with using the Genzler NC-115t as a single cab solution for rock gigs?

I've been looking into the NC-212t and the NC-115t (also considering options from Mesa and GK) as potential lightweight, small form factor single cab solutions (no-PA support) to pair with my Kinetix 800 for medium-loudish rock gigs in venues ranging from small bars to semi-outdoor ice houses and hotel ballrooms.

I was previously pairing my Kinetix with a BA410-3, which sounded absolutely fantastic but was always more than I ever needed. Plus, with the prospect of a lighter schlep and smaller footprint for cramped stages, the NC series 212 and 115 seem to fit the bill. I know the MG-212t also gets a lot of love, but the higher price along with the similar weight to the 410 have me looking at the NC series.

I should also note that even with the smooth highs of the BA410-3, I still typically ran a LPF set between no higher than 5k with varying levels of drive for anything between low-middy Motown thump to a (mostly) grindy hi-mid picked P-bass tone. So while it feels really weird to be moving away from such a cool concept like the BA series, it just seems like maybe a more traditional cab with the tweeter turned off might suit my particular needs better (and save a little cash, to boot).

Based on posts on TB, I feel pretty confident the NC-212t would fit the bill in terms of projection and volume, but previous descriptions from Mr. Genzler have me wondering if the more vocal mids of the NC-115t would suit me better than the smoother mids of the 212. However, I wonder if the 115 would have the oomph needed to carry the larger venues I play.

Haven't been able to find either of these cabs in my area to audition, but even if I could I've got a 9 month old at home that's been making it hard to get out of the house period 😅, so any input is greatly appreciated!

I have a NC212, and it lacks nothing. Loud, packs a punch, sounds incredible. I pair it with an MG800. I play bars and larger stages with it. And the size is perfect, I almost always have to deal with a little corner of the stage.
 
Thanks for all the feedback, everybody. This actually just got here yesterday - can't wait to put it through its paces!View attachment 7324955
@TechsMechs ---- Thanks for the pic. Awesome combination. I think the tone and dimension of the Kinetix amp goes great with the classic speaker designs of the NU CLASSIC cabs, the NC-212T especially. Please let us know how it works for you and if you're OK, we're happy to share a pic on our social sites. Thank you for using our gear.
 
@TechsMechs ---- Thanks for the pic. Awesome combination. I think the tone and dimension of the Kinetix amp goes great with the classic speaker designs of the NU CLASSIC cabs, the NC-212T especially. Please let us know how it works for you and if you're OK, we're happy to share a pic on our social sites. Thank you for using our gear.
Absolutely, please feel free! I've only played it at bedroom levels but I'm loving it so far.

Real test will be at its first gig in a few weeks!
 
Just curious how the NC212 is working out for you.
It's been perfect for the gigs I do without PA support, though in some venues that are wider than they are long relative to the stage, I've missed a bit of the extra horizontal dispersion I was getting with the BA410-3.

Here are a few not-super-great quality recordings of gigs with my Kinetix 800 into the NC212:

Not going through PA:

Going through house PA, but recorded with onboard mic almost right in front of me and the cab:

I've just invested in an upgrade to our PA setup and plan on going through it from here on, so I've downsized to an LFSys Monaco, especially since I tweaked my back loading in for my last gig. Plus, I'll have more to haul to gigs now in my little GTI :P.

Still gonna hang on to the NC212 for bigger/outdoor gigs, at least until I see what this little LFSys can do.
 
It's been perfect for the gigs I do without PA support, though in some venues that are wider than they are long relative to the stage, I've missed a bit of the extra horizontal dispersion I was getting with the BA410-3.

Here are a few not-super-great quality recordings of gigs with my Kinetix 800 into the NC212:

Not going through PA:

Going through house PA, but recorded with onboard mic almost right in front of me and the cab:

I've just invested in an upgrade to our PA setup and plan on going through it from here on, so I've downsized to an LFSys Monaco, especially since I tweaked my back loading in for my last gig. Plus, I'll have more to haul to gigs now in my little GTI :P.

Still gonna hang on to the NC212 for bigger/outdoor gigs, at least until I see what this little LFSys can do.

Thanks for the feedback. I'm sorry to hear about your back issues. That's no joke. I deal with constant rotator cuff inflammation from my job which is a factor in my next cab purchases. The Bass Array series is on my short list.

LFSys is a really interesting platform. I wish they had more presence here in the States. What's your impression of the Monaco?
 
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Thanks for the feedback. I'm sorry to hear about your back issues. That's no joke. I deal with constant rotator cuff inflammation from my job which is a factor in my next cab purchases. The Bass Array series is on my short list.

LFSys is a really interesting platform. I wish they had more presence here in the States. What's your impression of the Monaco?
Thanks. Sorry, missed this post. Same to you about your rotator cuff. FWIW, I find the NC212 to be a very easy schlep for it's size and output - way easier than the BA410 I had before, though I do sometimes miss that huge tone.

The Monaco is even easier, but obv it's a 112 vs 212. The shallow depth makes suitcase style carry very easy.

The Monaco is my first foray into FRFR style cabs, and while I'm still adjusting to it, I'm loving it! Mostly, I'm still fine tuning the high end of my tone since I play with drive 90% of the time.

Turning it up at home, it seems all the comments over on basschat hold up - even sounding and loud for it's size. I haven't been able to put it through it's paces with a live band yet, but I'm looking forward to seeing what it can do, particularly in the dispersion department.
 
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