Moving a 610 cab up & downstairs without help?

[JohnnyChatter]

 

[vvvmmm]

THAT is hilarious!

 

[juggahnaught]

I've moved all sorts of large, heavy cabs up and down stairs on my own and I've developed an odd method, but it works and puts less strain on the lower back than using a hand truck or the step up/step down method.

Going upstairs, turn the cab so it's narrow side faces the stairs, tip it toward the stairs until it's laying at an angle up the stairway. Grab the bottom of the cab and lift up, the top end of the cab will make purchase on a stair. Push it up end over end until the bottom of the cab, now facing up, grabs another stair or hits the landing. Keep doing this end-over-end until you hit the top of the stairs. This does require some upper body strength, and while it sounds awkward in my description, once you get the hang of it it's quite easy.

Reverse the process going down the stairs, staying underneath the cab, flipping it end over end down the stairs. Again, you need upper body strength or at least some mass to keep it from rolling over you, but you're a big enough guy that it shouldn't be an issue.

Sorry - I know this technique technically makes sense (and that this thread is over), but I couldn't help but laugh my ass off at the mental image.

Good to know that Sisyphus was a bassist.

 

[DrMole]

Sorry - I know this technique technically makes sense (and that this thread is over), but I couldn't help but laugh my ass off at the mental image.

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Good to know that Sisyphus was a bassist.

There is NO doubt; as evidenced by one of his progeny in another post- starting a recent entertaining, yet ultimately aclimactic thread.

 

[klejst]

Having used a Mesa 6x10 for years...when I downgraded to my Mesa 2x12 it was like night and day in both size and weight and moving it. If you must try to find a good two wheeler or yeah elevator.

 

[dwade]

The fact that you ask question indicates that you recognize a problem.

If you really want to use that cabinet, whether it makes logistical sense or not, you'll find a way.

I'm not one to suggest what's good, bad or indifferent to anyone when it comes what you 'need'. Lord knows I've had plenty of ideas that I made to work because I was convinced it was best for me.

Good luck moving that cabinet around without injury!!

 

[Oatis]

To move a SVT down stairs , first lay an old blanket on the stairs. Then slide the cabinet on its side and tilt it down the steps. The cabinet usually budges with a gentle pull. They slide slowly usually.

 

[Jeff Scott]

To move a SVT down stairs , first lay an old blanket on the stairs. Then slide the cabinet on its side and tilt it down the steps. The cabinet usually budges with a gentle pull. They slide slowly usually.

Now, how about in the other direction?

 

[Oatis]

Now, how about in the other direction?

Sometimes a helpful neighbor will help going up ,but only one time. Ashdown 610 Rootmaster would be my choice at a lighter weight . Help ! I need somebody !

 

[stratovani]

This is why I use an Ibanez Promethean and a homemade cabinet. I live on the second floor of a retirement community and at the age of 66 I'm just too damn old and weak to haul big heavy gear up and down stairs. In the words of the immortal Dirty Harry Callaghan, a man's gotta know his limitations!

 

[Gibson Victory]

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This is why I use an Ibanez Promethean and a homemade cabinet. I live on the second floor of a retirement community and at the age of 66 I'm just too damn old and weak to haul big heavy gear up and down stairs. In the words of the immortal Dirty Harry Callaghan, a man's gotta know his limitations!

Amen to your reply for sure. So how does the “community” react when you turn everything up to ‘11”.

 

[stratovani]

Amen to your reply for sure. So how does the “community” react when you turn everything up to ‘11”.

Oh, I'm careful not to crank it too loud. The amp and cab both have Eminence CA-10 speakers in them, so they can get pretty loud. One neighbor is an old man with hearing problems, so he's not a concern. My other neighbor is about my age and is an old rock and roller, so he doesn't mind too much!

 

[Gibson Victory]

Oh, I'm careful not to crank it too loud. The amp and cab both have Eminence CA-10 speakers in them, so they can get pretty loud. One neighbor is an old man with hearing problems, so he's not a concern. My other neighbor is about my age and is an old rock and roller, so he doesn't mind too much!

You live in a great place! Stay where you are!