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Is an 810 worth it?

#41
junglejetdrvr said:
I agree with everything you stated here. Everyone has a different situation and play either the same venue or many varying venues. It's definitely what works for the individual. What I love about TB is we can share our experiences and opinions about how we view all these issues and at least think about how it may or may not apply to you and also bring up things we may not have thought about..... Like the old saying goes " You don't know what you don't know. I know I used to have 2 4x10's and also went with 2 1x15 cabs when I didn't have the means to utilize the 8x10's. But what I found out for me was that when I finally got the 8x10 cab that I could carry that cab and wheel it around and it was just as easy and it only took up more space vertically so it made sense for me to just use the 8x10. The 4x10 cabs were heavy too and if I sometimes had to stack them that was more of a bitch that just rolling in one 8x10 and placing it where it needed to be. I also realized I gained much better tonal flexibility at higher volumes with the amps I was using. The quality of the cabs and the amps you use play a big role in this too.
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#43
I agree with ScottFeldstein. I have two rigs: One is two 410's and the other is two 212's. Both are NEO, easy to move, and modular. This is way more equipment than I need but I love both rigs and can't bear to sell either. Bottom line: I'd go with two 410's over a single 810 for portability and modularity.
 
#44
SVT 810s are the GOLD STANDARD and have been for YEARS for very good reasons - THEY ROCK! Definitely a bummer to move around. Two 410s are a viable option and you have more flexibility too. BTDT. On some gigs one 410 will be fine. A little RH450 has PLENTY of power for a 810 and I'd guess most modern mini-amps prolly would too. If you can handle the size and weight the 810 would for sure be the way to go!
 
#46
I've had 2x12s, 210s/stacked 210s, 410s, 410/115 stack, and just got a Peavey 810TX in a trade. Not the cab I really want, but I can say overall its better than any of my other past configurations. It's a ported cab, but fits well with my SVT3Pro IMO. I'm debating 610 out of weight only. But the tone in my head is definitely what this 810 is providing. Yes, its heavy and I've had to move quite a bit the past two weeks. But, overall not a big deal. Main issue for most is transporting to/from. My 810 fits in the back of my Honda van and my pickup.
 
#48
If you need the onstage volume, for sure.

Be advised though, the bigger your cab/rig, the less you'll probably actually hear yourself on stage without interfering with the PA.

Soundguys have no problem double or triple-miking a full guitar stack (read: both 412 cabs) but you have more than a 410 or 212 bass cab, they somehow freak out and won't put you in the monitors, say you're too loud before even turning on, etc.. Happens to me all the time and is lame.

I'm about to start using just one of my 212's and see how that works out. I have a new in ear system that I'm about to start using as well.

Admittedly nothing gets me a semi like a big 810 or 412 or 215 cab but it's all about perception from the FOH and those sound "louder" to most soundpeople, regardless of how loud or not you actually are.
 
#53
810 is easier to move than other larger cabinets

i can fit it into my little vw hatchback and still have a passenger in the front seat
but we ususally use a van to move stuff for gigs
i can hear myself over our loudass drummer and loud noisy guitar
usually don't have to use the PA
was quite cheap used off craigslist
 
#54
Tone-wise? I love the sound of an 810. It's awesome if you play large places and don't have to move it much.

However, it just won't fit into a lot of places we play. It sucks up too much room in my truck, with the PA and everything.

I'm pretty happy with my Neo 410.

+1 for it depending on your situation.
 
#55
I'm going to play devil's advocate and say, no, it's not worth it.

As professionals such as Bill Fitzmaurice and others have stated many times on these forums, a cabinet with drivers side by side (410, 810, 412, etc.) is an inferior design based on looks and not function.

If I were you, I would invest in two quality 210s and stack them vertically. You will hear yourself better than with your 410, it will be easier to transport, and have superior dispersion to an 810.

I would also consider a 2x15 as an alternative. Vertically aligned speakers will always have better dispersion than speakers side by side.
 
#59
Joe Louvar said:
Good morning Scott, I agree but I might use one if I didn't have to move it
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In other words, it's not worth it to you.

Joe Louvar said:
and I thought I read that you played through an 8x10 at practice - no?
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I do. But only because it's the cab provided in the rehearsal space. It's use that or haul in your own. I'm no dummy. But if I had to pay for the cab myself, haul it and tuck it in every night? Very unlikely that I would choose one.
 

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