Lightweight touring rig - Help

[TheSeagoats]

I use a Carvin BX700 into a Carvin BRX10.2, more volume than I'll ever need. I actually have a hard time getting it quiet enough sometimes with my higher output pickups. The head is something like 5lbs, the cab is closer to 60 but still not bad in the grand scheme of things.

 

[Rebel Rocker]

Mesa Subway D-800+ (6.3 lbs) Mesa Subway 215 (60 lbs) This rig rocks!!

 

[ak56]

Two-inch speakers are not rock'n'roll.

But they would meet his "lightweight" requirement.

 

[bertthebassist]

I really like the Aguilar AG700 and the Mesa WD800 through an Aguilar SL115 - nice full range sound and it goes surprisingly Low B deep. The only thing I dislike about those heads is that they do not fit in my bass's gig bag side pocket which creates another item to carry.

The Eich T900 is small enough to fit and also sounds excellent. The AudioKinesis Hathor 1203 is another good cab, but I cannot comment on its sound, because I am still waiting for it.

 

[bikeplate]

Bergantino. Your welcome

 

[dcr]

Partial to this one. Unfortunately, no longer available.

 

[2tonic]

Plenty of leightweight amps with "plenty of juice" to choose from:.......

• Quilter BB800
• Genzler Maghelan 800
• EBS Reidmar 75..........

Is this model from the "Scottish Export" line?

 

[projectapollo]

This meets the specs. Light weight. 3x10. Compact.

 

[MTN.bass72]

Hi everyone and thanks in advance. I know there will be lots of opinions on this...
I am looking for the lightest weight head and cab that I can find, but still be pro and sound good. It will be used for 150-600 seat venues, backed with PA, but needs to have plenty of juice. I plated through an Aguilar Tone Hammer and really liked the sound - are those still good amps or is there something new ad better?
Opinions on the markbass heads? Do you like them and what is your preference?
Finally - looking for a lightweight 4x10 cab - but open to suggestions here as well. Genre is rock and roll.
Thanks everyone!!!

Greenboy Audio Fearless F112 and Mesa D800 or any Mesa Subway head.. light and definitely enough for what you seek

 

[Wild_Bill_57]

Another vote for Mesa Subway gear. So many options, American made, incredible factory and warranty support. D800+ or WD800 both under 10lbs, 215 cab under 60lbs and it will definitely rock the house.

 

[Pat C.]

What is your actual weight limit for the cab?

Are you gonna be putting it in a road case?

Hi everyone and thanks in advance. I know there will be lots of opinions on this...
I am looking for the lightest weight head and cab that I can find, but still be pro and sound good. It will be used for 150-600 seat venues, backed with PA, but needs to have plenty of juice. I plated through an Aguilar Tone Hammer and really liked the sound - are those still good amps or is there something new ad better?
Opinions on the markbass heads? Do you like them and what is your preference?
Finally - looking for a lightweight 4x10 cab - but open to suggestions here as well. Genre is rock and roll.
Thanks everyone!!!

 

[Flat5Bass]

I agree with all the Genzler, Aguilar and Mesa recommendations.
I have a Magellan 800, and have played through a TH500 and Subway 800.
The Magellan can go from pristine to warm.
The Mesa and Aguilar both do gritty and dirty better, which you may like for a rock band.
Good luck!

 

[mcrawfordmusic]

I've toured with a TH500 for a years and used a TH350 before that. Very solid, reliable amps.
I keep mine in a pelican case and have never had an issue with it.
In my experience they pair well with just about any 4x10 cab but the Aguilar SL410x would be my immediate choice.

 

[tbird46553]

Well I love my Schroeder cabinets

 

[Roger M]

Hi everyone and thanks in advance. I know there will be lots of opinions on this...
I am looking for the lightest weight head and cab that I can find, but still be pro and sound good. It will be used for 150-600 seat venues, backed with PA, but needs to have plenty of juice. I plated through an Aguilar Tone Hammer and really liked the sound - are those still good amps or is there something new ad better?
Opinions on the markbass heads? Do you like them and what is your preference?
Finally - looking for a lightweight 4x10 cab - but open to suggestions here as well. Genre is rock and roll.
Thanks everyone!!!

Try the Aguilar AG700 and their SL410 (a hair under 50lbs) for a great sound, and portability. I'm very happy with this combination

 

[Zbysek]

Is this model from the "Scottish Export" line?

Aye.

 

[faulknersj]

What kind of music?

 

[Kevan Campbell]

Would help to have some more info from you OP, but my Bergantino B Amp and matching HDN212 rig has gotten lots of compliments from other musicians and soundpeople in many of the venues and festivals I've played. Only thing I might do differently is get a second cab to spread out a bit onstage, but ever since getting this setup I've effectively stopped amp shopping. I did case it out though to keep it in good shape while in the trailer.

 

[Burwabit]

Vertical 2x12 is awesome. Better than a 4x10 for weight and carry. The Berg HDN212 is my personal fav. I would go Forte HP if budget permits.

 

[FDR Jones]

Two-inch speakers are not rock'n'roll.

Might be okay as long as you have an appropriately sized Stonehenge for scale.