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GK Legacy Combos

#261
Lemur Bassman said:
I have a GK Legacy 2x12 combo and love it! It's a little on the heavy side but the construction is TOP notch and is certainly touring grade. It doesn't bother me and not a deal breaker. In fact, I rather have it on the heavier side simply because the grill is metal and the coating will last forever. So, there is a sense of security that goes with it. I can't say enough of good things about this amp, it's really outstanding.
-Bill
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How much does the 2x12 combo actually weigh?
 
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I’ve got a question about speaker discoloration. Please excuse the janky lighting … but if you look closely at the left photo, you can see a white-ish ring has developed on the cone around the dome.

This is my beloved 12” Legacy 800 combo speaker, bought new in 2021 and rocked on probably around 150 loud jobs since then.

For reference, the photo on the right is of my matching neo 12” cab which I’ve only used a handful of times so it’s essentially in like new condition.

Anyway, I heard a slight clip from a loud note on a show this weekend. I figured it was from a new compressor pedal I’ve been trying out and once I turned it down a bit, any nasty sounds went away. But since I took a good look at it :

1. Is this anything to be concerned about?
2. Something I should try to clean off?
3. Swap woofers between cabs to keep my main gig rig freshy clean?
4. Pack carrots in my lunch

Like most of us, I’ve been through several speakers and cabs over the years but not sure I’ve ever seen anything like this. Advice please!
 
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Jason Hollar said:
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I’ve got a question about speaker discoloration. Please excuse the janky lighting … but if you look closely at the left photo, you can see a white-ish ring has developed on the cone around the dome.

This is my beloved 12” Legacy 800 combo speaker, bought new in 2021 and rocked on probably around 150 loud jobs since then.

For reference, the photo on the right is of my matching neo 12” cab which I’ve only used a handful of times so it’s essentially in like new condition.

Anyway, I heard a slight clip from a loud note on a show this weekend. I figured it was from a new compressor pedal I’ve been trying out and once I turned it down a bit, any nasty sounds went away. But since I took a good look at it :

1. Is this anything to be concerned about?
2. Something I should try to clean off?
3. Swap woofers between cabs to keep my main gig rig freshy clean?
4. Pack carrots in my lunch

Like most of us, I’ve been through several speakers and cabs over the years but not sure I’ve ever seen anything like this. Advice please!
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I have the same exact set-up, but I haven't had it as long as you have. The first place I would start would be with the GK company itself, call customer service and take it from there. I would also email them with these pictures telling them how long you have had it for, how many gigs, how you store it, etc. I haven't seen this happen before, but, I have used GK until this last year and all my other cabs did haven't a grill but a cloth covering; not sure if that has something to do with it as well. I would definately contact them first and go from there. Keep us posted! -Bill
 
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Jason Hollar said:
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I’ve got a question about speaker discoloration. Please excuse the janky lighting … but if you look closely at the left photo, you can see a white-ish ring has developed on the cone around the dome.

This is my beloved 12” Legacy 800 combo speaker, bought new in 2021 and rocked on probably around 150 loud jobs since then.

For reference, the photo on the right is of my matching neo 12” cab which I’ve only used a handful of times so it’s essentially in like new condition.

Anyway, I heard a slight clip from a loud note on a show this weekend. I figured it was from a new compressor pedal I’ve been trying out and once I turned it down a bit, any nasty sounds went away. But since I took a good look at it :

1. Is this anything to be concerned about?
2. Something I should try to clean off?
3. Swap woofers between cabs to keep my main gig rig freshy clean?
4. Pack carrots in my lunch

Like most of us, I’ve been through several speakers and cabs over the years but not sure I’ve ever seen anything like this. Advice please!
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TL/DR … Watch yer switches!

So over the last few weeks I’ve been less than happy with the sound coming out of my Legacy 800 1x12 combo. This little single 12 box usually slays giants and holds its own on nearly every gig no matter the room.

As per my earlier posts, I thought I may have blown a speaker or worse yet, damaged the amp somehow. The tone seemed to be less punchy and the volume level wasn’t awesome.

So, I thought maybe I’ve been working it too hard, pounding a low B through it over and over. Maybe better to bring the extension 12 to take a load off the combo? Boom! Tone and volume was back baby.

Also during these last few weeks I’ve been experimenting with various pedals like a comp, EQ, preamp, HPF, etc., and felt like none of it was worth the trouble.

So speaking of trouble (shooting) I had a few days this week to set up my gear at home and try and isolate any issues.

Well wouldn’t you know it - the speaker select switch was clearly in the lower position with internal at 200 watts and external at 600 (to a 4 ohm load) good heavens! … this could explain my single vs double cab revelation.

I obviously keep the switch in the middle at 400/400 and even have a pro piece of gaff tape over it help prevent this very issue.

Good news - gig last night - 9-piece dance band - the single Legacy combo brought the earth shattering kaboom and I was back in business! Tonight is a rockin 5-piece playing more party rock stuff so the second cab is already in the car!

I have a nice tuki cover for the combo but I usually end up sliding each cab into a rock n roller R12 cart. I’m gonna have to be more careful or maybe devise some new protective covering that wouldn’t cause any damage. Any suggestions?
 
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#271
Jason Hollar said:
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TL/DR … Watch yer switches!

So over the last few weeks I’ve been less than happy with the sound coming out of my Legacy 800 1x12 combo. This little single 12 box usually slays giants and holds its own on nearly every gig no matter the room.

As per my earlier posts, I thought I may have blown a speaker or worse yet, damaged the amp somehow. The tone seemed to be less punchy and the volume level wasn’t awesome.

So, I thought maybe I’ve been working it too hard, pounding a low B through it over and over. Maybe better to bring the extension 12 to take a load off the combo? Boom! Tone and volume was back baby.

Also during these last few weeks I’ve been experimenting with various pedals like a comp, EQ, preamp, HPF, etc., and felt like none of it was worth the trouble.

So speaking of trouble (shooting) I had a few days this week to set up my gear at home and try and isolate any issues.

Well wouldn’t you know it - the speaker select switch was clearly in the lower position with internal at 200 watts and external at 600 (to a 4 ohm load) good heavens! … this could explain my single vs double cab revelation.

I obviously keep the switch in the middle at 400/400 and even have a pro piece of gaff tape over it help prevent this very issue.

Good news - gig last night - 9-piece dance band - the single Legacy combo brought the earth shattering kaboom and I was back in business! Tonight is a rockin 5-piece playing more party rock stuff so the second cab is already in the car!

I have a nice tuki cover for the combo but I usually end up sliding each cab into a rock n roller R12 cart. I’m gonna have to be more careful or maybe devise some new protective covering that wouldn’t cause any damage. Any suggestions?
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Love to hear this. Ive been dreaming about a Legacy 112 combo and glad it’s keeping up with those ensembles.
 
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Jason Hollar said:
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TL/DR … Watch yer switches!

So over the last few weeks I’ve been less than happy with the sound coming out of my Legacy 800 1x12 combo. This little single 12 box usually slays giants and holds its own on nearly every gig no matter the room.

As per my earlier posts, I thought I may have blown a speaker or worse yet, damaged the amp somehow. The tone seemed to be less punchy and the volume level wasn’t awesome.

So, I thought maybe I’ve been working it too hard, pounding a low B through it over and over. Maybe better to bring the extension 12 to take a load off the combo? Boom! Tone and volume was back baby.

Also during these last few weeks I’ve been experimenting with various pedals like a comp, EQ, preamp, HPF, etc., and felt like none of it was worth the trouble.

So speaking of trouble (shooting) I had a few days this week to set up my gear at home and try and isolate any issues.

Well wouldn’t you know it - the speaker select switch was clearly in the lower position with internal at 200 watts and external at 600 (to a 4 ohm load) good heavens! … this could explain my single vs double cab revelation.

I obviously keep the switch in the middle at 400/400 and even have a pro piece of gaff tape over it help prevent this very issue.

Good news - gig last night - 9-piece dance band - the single Legacy combo brought the earth shattering kaboom and I was back in business! Tonight is a rockin 5-piece playing more party rock stuff so the second cab is already in the car!

I have a nice tuki cover for the combo but I usually end up sliding each cab into a rock n roller R12 cart. I’m gonna have to be more careful or maybe devise some new protective covering that wouldn’t cause any damage. Any suggestions?
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Glad you resolved the issue, and great advice to check the switches. I've gotten into the habit of checking switch and control settings on my 112 legacy combo before powering on.
 
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Jason Hollar said:
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TL/DR … Watch yer switches!

So over the last few weeks I’ve been less than happy with the sound coming out of my Legacy 800 1x12 combo. This little single 12 box usually slays giants and holds its own on nearly every gig no matter the room.

As per my earlier posts, I thought I may have blown a speaker or worse yet, damaged the amp somehow. The tone seemed to be less punchy and the volume level wasn’t awesome.

So, I thought maybe I’ve been working it too hard, pounding a low B through it over and over. Maybe better to bring the extension 12 to take a load off the combo? Boom! Tone and volume was back baby.

Also during these last few weeks I’ve been experimenting with various pedals like a comp, EQ, preamp, HPF, etc., and felt like none of it was worth the trouble.

So speaking of trouble (shooting) I had a few days this week to set up my gear at home and try and isolate any issues.

Well wouldn’t you know it - the speaker select switch was clearly in the lower position with internal at 200 watts and external at 600 (to a 4 ohm load) good heavens! … this could explain my single vs double cab revelation.

I obviously keep the switch in the middle at 400/400 and even have a pro piece of gaff tape over it help prevent this very issue.

Good news - gig last night - 9-piece dance band - the single Legacy combo brought the earth shattering kaboom and I was back in business! Tonight is a rockin 5-piece playing more party rock stuff so the second cab is already in the car!

I have a nice tuki cover for the combo but I usually end up sliding each cab into a rock n roller R12 cart. I’m gonna have to be more careful or maybe devise some new protective covering that wouldn’t cause any damage. Any suggestions?
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Not much in the rec dept; except that I too have started paying a LOT of attention to that switch before turning the amp on for sound check. I get everything set up, and then tilt the combo forward to make certain that switch is in the right position. It’s a bit fussy, and possibly my one gripe about using the cab. FWIW.
 
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#275
Indiana Mike said:
Any one have one yet?
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Yes! I have a GK Legacy 800 2x12 (yes, you have full power) and added a NEO-IV 2x12 for added fullness. The most amazing bass rig I've ever had and still it impresses me. The quality of the sound and it never sounds like you are pushing it; crystal clear and sounds great. HIGHLY recommend!
 
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Lemur Bassman said:
Yes! I have a GK Legacy 800 2x12 (yes, you have full power) and added a NEO-IV 2x12 for added fullness. The most amazing bass rig I've ever had and still it impresses me. The quality of the sound and it never sounds like you are pushing it; crystal clear and sounds great. HIGHLY recommend!
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I'm looking at/interested in the legacy 800 2x12 as well - how versatile is the amp in your opinion? Can it get down to bedroom/basement levels? Is it able to get warmer/old school tones as needed? This would be a one-stop shop type of amp for me, and I need to be able to cover a lot of styles (both 4 and 5 string).

Also, is it pretty quiet (hiss/fan)?

Thanks!
 
#277
It's a modern sounding amp/solid state. I have flatwounds with the tone knob all the way down and it's "warmer" but no where near old school bass tone. If you are looking for old school bass tone, you might want to take a look at the GK fusion series. I can play a variety of music, but that's really not what it was made for. It's clear, very clear at all volume ranges, loud, but more hifi. The fan? I can faintly hear it at times (that doesn't bother me, some it does). I love it. But, from what I am hearing from you, you might want to consider the GK "fusion". They have some microtubes and they do come in combo's as well (10, 12, 15). Very well built, but you also want to be happy with the tone.
-Bill
 
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#278
Lemur Bassman said:
It's a modern sounding amp/solid state. I have flatwounds with the tone knob all the way down and it's "warmer" but no where near old school bass tone. If you are looking for old school bass tone, you might want to take a look at the GK fusion series. I can play a variety of music, but that's really not what it was made for. It's clear, very clear at all volume ranges, loud, but more hifi. The fan? I can faintly hear it at times (that doesn't bother me, some it does). I love it. But, from what I am hearing from you, you might want to consider the GK "fusion". They have some microtubes and they do come in combo's as well (10, 12, 15). Very well built, but you also want to be happy with the tone.
-Bill
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Thank you very much for the feedback! Much appreciated!
 

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