Why combo a Super Midget with the Big Baby 2, rather than using two BB2's (or two SMs) in combination? Just wondering how the combos might sound different. Thanks.
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Official Barefaced Bass Cab Club
- Thread starter Stumbo
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For me, I got my BB2 first. Then a SM became available to me locally at a great price. I use the SM for smaller indoor gigs mostly. I pair it with the BB2 for larger outside gigs when their is not FOH. Alex from BF said they pair up nicely!
I've paired BB2/SM before with Quilter BB800. Sounds huge, transparent and just right for me.
This is from SM sales page:
An ideal alternative to the Big Baby 2 for smaller stages - which will pair up as an awesome stack for very loud gigs
I had the BB2 but wanted something a bit smaller that would do a loud band practice so purchased the SM. They combine well together and to be honest I think I prefer the SM as a stand alone cabinet as I don't have to worry about taming those really deep lows on the BB2. It is nice to have a variety of options. The SM likes a decent amount of power to bring up the bottom end and the Bergantino Forte HP I use with it delivers 600 watts into 8 ohms and really is a perfect match imo.
The only barefaced cab I have is the SM, and I am always surprised how punchy and big it can sound in a band setting by itself. Sometimes I put it on top of a Berg 112 (until I can snag another used SM), but tonally it is better on its own, and has even carried some outdoor stage shows by itself (with foh support). Lots of comments on the sound. I can't help but wonder if its wonderful mids would get swallowed up by the BB lowend? In the Barefaced cab comparisons that Alex has posted the BB and SM seem to sound significantly different to my ears. You guys have real world experience, so that is more than I can offer!
Where did you order it? I can't find them on their website. I planned to get a BB2 (or two) but maybe it makes sense to wait a bit. It's not that urgent for me at the moment.For any interested in lead times, the BB3 I ordered Aug 11th shipped last Friday and is scheduled to arrive in Montreal on Tue
If you order a BB2 you can specify if you'd prefer a BB3 for the same price...not sure how long this presumed transition period will last.
Alex said they haven't had time to adjust the web page, and I presume they still have plenty of old BB2 boxes to use....better for our planet not to waste 'em Mine is out for delivery now!!!!!!!
Mine is out for delivery now!!!!!!!
I'm going to have to live vicariously through you guys. Would love to try a pair of the BB3s (the new handles alone tempt me! 
), but I just can't justify replacing my BB2s. Looking forward to seeing your assessments.
Although, if I were to replace them, I'd also fight the temptation to try a pair of TWO10s's. I've only played my ONE10 at home so far, but I like the tone of it more and more every time I use it.
), but I just can't justify replacing my BB2s. Looking forward to seeing your assessments. Although, if I were to replace them, I'd also fight the temptation to try a pair of TWO10s's. I've only played my ONE10 at home so far, but I like the tone of it more and more every time I use it.
I'm going to have to live vicariously through you guys. Would love to try a pair of the BB3s (the new handles alone tempt me!
In the spirit (pun intended) of you having the full vicarious experience, I'll add that just before I ride the BB3 for the 1st time this evening, I will be shaking a dry, 1.5X (because one is never enough and 2 is always 2 many) Hendricks martini with 3 jalapeno-stuffed olives......just because
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Congrats.In the spirit (pun intended) of you having the full vicarious experience, I'll add that just before I ride the BB3 for the 1st time this evening, I will be shaking a dry, 1.5X (because one is never enough and 2 is always 2 many) Hendricks martini with 3 jalapeno-stuffed olives......just because
Is dibs too early?
You are 1st on the waiting list. Wait time cannot currently be estimated, but figures to be long.....and besides, you are supposed to be in GAS remission
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I'll be at my weekly basement jam tonight so I won't be able to join you (in spiritIn the spirit (pun intended) of you having the full vicarious experience, I'll add that just before I ride the BB3 for the 1st time this evening, I will be shaking a dry, 1.5X (because one is never enough and 2 is always 2 many) Hendricks martini with 3 jalapeno-stuffed olives......just because
) with a cocktail. But I'll have a couple of Belvedere and tonics tomorrow evening in yours and your BB3's honor.EDIT: Doh! And in puff father's honor as well!
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Arrrgh....delivery updated to tomorrow.....Lucie deftly moves the ball at the last moment......but the martini was killah!
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