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New Traynor TC-412 Cabinet

I'll have to post a more thorough review in the future, but for now, here's a quickie.


I've had the cab for a little over a month, it's huge sounding. While I need to get my hands on a good tube head to run through it, it's been taking my AG500 very very well (great match actually).
The cab weight isn't too bad, and I can easily load this cab in and out of my little Hyundai hatchback by myself. That's the true test of a good small car by the way; can you fit a large bass cab in it.

Compared to the Traynor 8x8 cab I'd previously been using, handle placement is VASTLY improved with this cab, with recessed handles on the sides, top, and bottom, again adding to how easy this cab is to move. Solid tolex and large skid rails add to it's durability, the metal mesh front looks good and seems pretty tough.

Oh yeah, the tone.
If this cab is using Neo speakers, you probably won't know it, I've always found neo speakers to sound a little on the thin and brittle side depending on what woods the cabinet is made from. That's not an issue here at all, the mids from this cab kick like a mule on steriods, the lows are full and substantial, and the highs can get a little brassy with the horn dialed up past half, dialing it back makes a pretty solid difference.

I've chewed through a number of 810s, 410s, 210s, 15s, and an 8x8 cab, this is easily my favourite cab so far. I'd put it right against any 810, and probably still prefer the 412 for it's fullness and range. Definitely a big winner from Traynor.

Now if they'd hurry up about putting out the… ;) that goes with it…

I found one of those here and about to pull the plug on it. This has been the only info on it. But Im glad its starting to make its way into the budget and sound good to. Never played a 412 but there are recent gigs that I think willw work.. I have alot of 12's........single and 212 cabs. and 410. But a 412 may complete the need.
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Hi guys,

Im currently experiencing some serious G.A.S., maybe correlated with the Spring season..

So, I made my mind to make the all tube amp move after so many years of solid state use without finding the sound I wanted.
Having this said, I decided to go with the YBA-200-2 and will order it soon.

I am looking for the "perfect" cab to complement it and was thinking of the TC412 and TC808.

I find the TC412 quite interesting due to its Neo Eminence speakers (expected reliability and high sensitivity) and relatively low weight (112 lbs as opposed to 140 lbs for the TC808)

Based on the specs I am more tempted by the TC 412, however there are not many reviews on that cab sound wise. Several happy TC808 users already posted many reviews about how much they loved the sound of that cab (punchy, clarity, cuts through the mix etc).

I have a 5 strings Ibanez (yeah, concerned about the low B not being well handled by the 808) and more into rock/metal.

Any thoughts?

Many Thanks! Please let me know of your opinion - no need to further try to figure out what my needs are - I am really hesitating between both and want your personal take on it :)

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..., I decided to go with the YBA-200-2 and will order it soon...

....I have a 5 strings Ibanez (yeah, concerned about the low B not being well handled by the 808) and more into rock/metal.

Any thoughts?


Sounds to me like you have the wrong amp selected. Why not go for the new YBA-300 for the extra power as it sounds like you'll most certainly take advantage of???

After that, I haven't heard either of the two cabs your speaking about but put in your situation, I wouldn't hesitate to invest in the TC412.
 
Would love to rerrurect this one :)

Just got TC412, and love this cab.... Would like a bit more clarification on the 2 speakon connections though.
As previously mentioned in this thread, it looks like if you run mono - into one of the speakon it will act as 4Ohm 900Watt cab.
But lets say I am running MB Fusion 800 (800W class D amp), there are 2 speakon output connections on the back, what if I connect 2 speakon cables from the head into the 2 speakon connections on the cab?

Would it give me same wattage but in stere mode?
If some one could please shed the light!
 
Would love to rerrurect this one :)

Just got TC412, and love this cab.... Would like a bit more clarification on the 2 speakon connections though.
As previously mentioned in this thread, it looks like if you run mono - into one of the speakon it will act as 4Ohm 900Watt cab.
But lets say I am running MB Fusion 800 (800W class D amp), there are 2 speakon output connections on the back, what if I connect 2 speakon cables from the head into the 2 speakon connections on the cab?

Would it give me same wattage but in stere mode?
If some one could please shed the light!
Can't say for sure as I don't own either the cab or the amp, but generally those speakons are in parallel so you can daisy chain cabs. Don't put under 4 ohms load on the amp head. Two 8 ohm cabs. The TC412 is 4 ohms. You wouldn't gain anything with what you are suggesting, unless I am wrong about those being in parallel.
 
Seriously considering purchasing this cab , I`ve wanted the GK Neo 412 , but the Traynor TC412 cab is on sale at L&M for $775.00 , were the GK Neo412 is priced at $1319.00 (Canadian dollar). Wish there were more in depth reviews of this cab. It looks even more solid than the GK(side handles :hyper: and top handles) , but I`ve heard many great reviews on the GK Neo 412 ,that it`s making me indecisive.
 
Seriously considering purchasing this cab , I`ve wanted the GK Neo 412 , but the Traynor TC412 cab is on sale at L&M for $775.00 , were the GK Neo412 is priced at $1319.00 (Canadian dollar). Wish there were more in depth reviews of this cab. It looks even more solid than the GK(side handles :hyper: and top handles) , but I`ve heard many great reviews on the GK Neo 412 ,that it`s making me indecisive.
I think Traynor cabs are right up there with any of the major manufacturer cabs. Very high quality manufacturing. I am planning on getting the Traynor 412 with a YBA300 sometimes this summer. I am sure the GK is fine as well, but almost twice as fine? I doubt it. That is hekuva deal on the Traynor - my opinion is get it while you can.
 
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Thanks for chiming in bebass, I think your right , it`s too good a deal to pass up. Traynor does make good cabs , just auditioned a 410 Traynor cab as a loaner because my 410 GK cab is being repaired under L&M warranty. And the Traynor sounded great at last weekend`s gig. So I`ll have a GK 210 Neo- 8 ohm cab , and a 410 Neo - 4ohm cab for medium gigs and break out the traynor for the big rooms.
 
Thanks for chiming in bebass, I think your right , it`s too good a deal to pass up. Traynor does make good cabs , just auditioned a 410 Traynor cab as a loaner because my 410 GK cab is being repaired under L&M warranty. And the Traynor sounded great at last weekend`s gig. So I`ll have a GK 210 Neo- 8 ohm cab , and a 410 Neo - 4ohm cab for medium gigs and break out the traynor for the big rooms.
Curious, was the loaner the Traynor 410 or 410 neo? I am also thinking of picking up the 410 neo.
My experience with Traynor goes back several years and I have always wondered why more players don't check them out as I have gotten grand service with their bass and guitar amps as well as their PA gear. I currently play through a Traynor SB500H head which is just fantastic.
 
Curious, was the loaner the Traynor 410 or 410 neo? I am also thinking of picking up the 410 neo.
My experience with Traynor goes back several years and I have always wondered why more players don't check them out as I have gotten grand service with their bass and guitar amps as well as their PA gear. I currently play through a Traynor SB500H head which is just fantastic.

Hi bebass, the loaner was not the neo version, I would def go for the neo ,it`s only about a 84 dollar difference price wise (in Canada @ L&M ). The only negative I had about the loaner cab was the weight, i`m used to my GK Neo 410 weight , but the Traynor410 Neo is even lighter than the GK 410 Neo.
 
Hi bebass, the loaner was not the neo version, I would def go for the neo ,it`s only about a 84 dollar difference price wise (in Canada @ L&M ). The only negative I had about the loaner cab was the weight, i`m used to my GK Neo 410 weight , but the Traynor410 Neo is even lighter than the GK 410 Neo.
Thanks!