How hard is it to load a 100lb cab?

[Sparkl]

Insults anyone who can’t lift 100 lb cabs.

Suggests that it can’t be done alone.

Shows a 50 lb neo can in his “Current Setup” profile.








Cool story...

Where!? I really have a 50lbs neo cab? Where?

 

[Sparkl]

Speaking as an old weak dude, if I would have had the Rumble 210s when I was in my 20s, I'd have bought and happily used them. You have to 'weigh' the difference between a 100 lb cab or something like the Rumble cabs (or any of the new lighter weight gear). Does it sound 60 lbs better?

Unfortunately... absolutely. Pound for pound.

 

[Sparkl]

My guess is there are a lot of old, experienced, sensible, possibly famous bass players on this forum, and yes we are still gigging because we are experienced and sensible in our approach to lifting our gear with help. I wonder if you will make it into the old age group as a musician without needing help from others eventually.

Right because everyone who played on 810's in the 70's lives with a broken back today.
How sure are you that your injury came from lifting the cab? Is the cab the only thing you ever lifted in your whole life?

I really think you guys exaggerate it A LOT. No offense though. I just think that this lightweight mania with the cabs really became completely spoiled.

Reminds me of the ridiculous 1lbs difference between 2 fenders and the pound heavier bass becoming an instant and utter deal breaker. Come on.

 

[SactoBass]

I'm thinking about getting the barefaced 2x10S and buying another one if I end up needing it.

That's a good plan!

 

[Sparkl]

Getting it into the car with help after the gig is one thing. It’s waking my wife up at 2am to help me get it in the house that’s the problem!

Leave it in the car, do it tomorrow, it's not gonna dissolve overnight, these things are indeed sturdy.

 

[guy n. cognito]

Where!? I really have a 50lbs neo cab? Where?

Right here in the profile you filled out. I posted a picture above.

The Barefaced Big Twin 2 is a 50 lb cab according to their website........

 

[guy n. cognito]

Where!? I really have a 50lbs neo cab? Where?

Barefaced Bass - Big Twin 2

 

[whero]

If moving gear is important (and it usually is, but not always) I really recommend trying to move it before you buy it. Pick it up in the shop. Carry it around a bit. See if they have some stairs you can try taking it up. TBers can give you their personal user stories, but a lot will depend on how tall/strong you are personally, and (of course) how the cabinet has been designed/constructed.

I'm in my mid-50s and stay reasonably fit. My Ampeg SVT-410HLF is "only" 85lbs and has castors and the towel rail bar so is very easy to move on the flat. I also have no problem getting it up and down stairs, which I do often as my practise space is on the second floor of my house, so gear has to go down every time I gig it, and back up again when I get home.

 

[dennis james]

so much depends on your physical condition. i'm over 60 now and the thought of moving something like that around is laughable. on the other hand, if your young and built like an NFL offensive tackle you could carry one in each hand. drool

 

[JohnnyBottom]

4 times as hard as my 25lb Hathor1203

 

[nilorius]

I would though that 100 is a carry able thing, with or without a help.

 

[The Chuck]

Just remember- Lift with your back, not your knees!

 

[nilorius]

1rst, 2cnd, 3rd time, the 4rth should go much easier.

 

[The Chuck]

I have a Hartke 4.5 XL. Since I got a Fender Rumble 200 a few months back, the Hartke hasn't left the house once.

 

[bassicallybob]

To contrast the old folks chiming in:

I'm 26, and f*** a 100lb cab. I have no interest in showing off how tough I am. I'm in near perfect health and in shape, but with options that sound great and are < 50lbs, I'll pass.

I've owned both an 8x10 and a 76lb old fender combo. Not worth it.

 

[2cooltoolz]

A recent load in:
Lumber across sidewalk (I moved it before pic)
3 steps up to the gate
2 flights of wet stairs
95º Houston heat

1. Yes, if you can't lift it you are weak

2. Yes, this is why you have vocalists and guitarists (to help load your gear)

3. No, if you value your back, don't do it.

I voted "no".

 

[five7]

My markbass 8x10 is around 90 lbs. Move it by myself because it is tall and doesn't feel like a heavy 4x10. The aguilar GS410 I owned wasn't bad as it had a port top and bottom and I would use the top port to grab it and lift it. Wouldn't try doing that with the handles though.

 

[4-fingers]

I voted "no".

SECONDED!!!

 

[57pbass]

You have to minimize the amount of actual lifts you’re got to make to and from a show.
Let the cab move itself as much as possible. Get a good rubber wheel dolly.
Lift with your knees.. not your back.
Eat your spinach !

 

[Pilgrim]

I have never owned a heavy bass cab, but, I am thinking of getting a cheap used 4x10 (Peavey 410 TVX) that ends up coming in at ~96lbs. It has handles on the sides... Is this a feasible one man load in? Should I spend an extra $150 and buy a light cab like the rumble 4x10?

My position on this is not only no, but hell no. There are lighter 4x10 cabs out there, and some of them with neo speakers which are at least 30 pounds lighter.

Money comes and goes, but your back is forever (until you aren't anymore).

Choose wisely.