NAD: Ampeg SVT-CL and SVT212AV

[f.c.geil]

Okay, yes, I've had these for a couple weeks now, but I wanted some of the novelty to wear off first.

Oh, my! Best amp I've ever had, used, or heard. There is definitely a good reason why these have been around since 1969! The 212 certainly has that Ampeg vibe, even though it doesn't sound exactly like an 810e. It's very close, though. I almost got a V-4B instead, and I'm glad I didn't. The CL is perfect for my needs, which include staying clean until stupid loud. With only a 212 cab, stupid loud ain't gonna happen, no how, so I needed an amp that wouldn't distort too early. It's warm and fuzzy, and simply gorgeous. Frankly, there is no sound in the world like a angry SVT.

 

[JimmyM]

You got that right! Very cool "little" rig, Fritz.

 

[Alexander]

Nice rig - gotta love Ampeg

 

[TC.65]

Congrats! I'm sure that's an awesome rig. I just got my 212 AV and I'm pairing it with the V4B Reissue. Now I'm in tone Heaven.

 

[f.c.geil]

Thanks, guys. I'm in tone heaven. Jimmy, I knew you'd love my little rig. Now I just need to decide if I want a second 212 or an 810 for big gigs...

 

[999369]

SVT 610 HLF

 

[f.c.geil]

Not my sound. It's a good cab, but too bassy, and quieter than either of the other options. My 212 is the only ported cab I've ever liked, and that's only because the speakers pretty much quit below 80Hz, so the bass extension is still well-controlled, and the cab never gets boomy.

 

[sharkbait130]

Welcome to the cl club. Dang those things are awesome.
As to your speaker dillema. Pretty sure the second 2 12 will cover you for just about anything but I'm absolutely sure an 8 10 will. Think of the 2 12 as a set of twin 80's. Think of the 8 10 as a set of twin 100's with a 30' nitrox bottle for some extra head room , er , hang time.

 

[Gizmot]

I heard that 212 cabinet a few weeks ago with a V4B head - and it sounded pretty damned good. I'm not an Ampeg fan - but that rig was the best I've heard since the first time I heard an SVT back in the 70s

 

[f.c.geil]

I heard that 212 cabinet a few weeks ago with a V4B head - and it sounded pretty damned good. I'm not an Ampeg fan - but that rig was the best I've heard since the first time I heard an SVT back in the 70s

I haven't heard the V-4B live, but I think this cab is outstanding.

 

[SirMjac28]

Congrats on killer setup I also have the 212AV paired with the V4-B the SVT was way more than I could ever use. I think you can order a black grill cloth to match your classic.

 

[huckleberry1]

sweet, congrats!

 

[coreyfyfe]

Nice setup! I'm really considering one of these 212AV cabs in the future. I've wanted something smaller than my 8x10 that could be paired with my SVT and I think this is right up my alley. Haven't been able to try one yet (though I noticed the other day my local GC has a V4B/1x12 setup now). Good to hear it's not boomy.

 

[999369]

Have 810 & 610 for small or lage place ( Home use 610 )

Same Amp

Try This

 

[coreyfyfe]

Do you have all three speaker jacks hooked into the same cab in that picture? And if so, why?

 

[f.c.geil]

Congrats on killer setup I also have the 212AV paired with the V4-B the SVT was way more than I could ever use. I think you can order a black grill cloth to match your classic.

I'm going to put the AV cloth on my head instead.

sweet, congrats!

Thanks

Nice setup! I'm really considering one of these 212AV cabs in the future. I've wanted something smaller than my 8x10 that could be paired with my SVT and I think this is right up my alley. Haven't been able to try one yet (though I noticed the other day my local GC has a V4B/1x12 setup now). Good to hear it's not boomy.

They're outstanding, I highly recommend them. In fact, I think I'm going to get another for the times I need to be loud.

Do you have all three speaker jacks hooked into the same cab in that picture? And if so, why?

Good question.

 

[JimmyM]

My guess is each half of the 810e going into the 1/4" inputs and the speakon gets the 610hlf. Why? I don't know, but it shouldn't blow stuff up.

 

[f.c.geil]

Yeah, I'll buy that

 

[rodl2005]

Congrats mate. I'd love to try a 212av but, typically none around here. 😭😭
Sure can't beat 300w from 6 x 6550 tubes. 😎😎😎

 

[f.c.geil]

Absolutely. I just love those tubes!