Is it ok to use a 2x12 cabinet on its side? Most of the 2x12 cabs I have been looking at are tall. In order to reduce their height in my living room, I want to place the cabinet on its side. I can't imagine there is any problem with doing this, but thought I would ask as I couldn't find anything addressing this using the search tool. Also, one obvious answer is to buy two 1x12s and place them side by side, but it seems this is a lot more expensive option than buying a single 2x12. (Not sure why most 1x12s are almost as expensive as a 2x12; see Bergantino, Aguilar, etc.).
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Ok to use a 2x12 on its side?
- Thread starter Ibanezfury
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It won't hurt anything at all.
The reason why vertical is better is for dispersion and avoiding comb filtering effects (both of those are related to how the sound projects into the room). Those issues are important when playing on stage. But if all you are doing is playing in your living room, it won't be an issue.
Enjoy!
I have set up my Berg CN212 on its side with a very wide (26") tube amp (Fender Studio Bass) and, of course it works just fine. Actually looks pretty nice too, like a beefed up/modern version of the old tilt back Fender bassman 2x12.
I did this once on a gig too, and the key difference between the CN212 sideways vs vertical was that I could not hear myself nearly as well when the cab was sideways, even when I had it tilted up pretty far.
So, go ahead, should be no real issues in your home. On a gig you will lose some ability to hear yourself well though.
I did this once on a gig too, and the key difference between the CN212 sideways vs vertical was that I could not hear myself nearly as well when the cab was sideways, even when I had it tilted up pretty far.
So, go ahead, should be no real issues in your home. On a gig you will lose some ability to hear yourself well though.
Also if your using it for stage sound only if doesn't matter too much. Apart from the problems mentioned above re not hearing your own rig add well.
If you can hear yourself, should be fine.
If you can hear yourself, should be fine.
No problems.
Only possible issue I can think of is if you have hard corners sitting on a hard surface for vibrations, scratches, etc. If that's the case, you can add some feet to the sides. Tip: reuse the screw holes for the corner hardware to avoid making new holes.
Only possible issue I can think of is if you have hard corners sitting on a hard surface for vibrations, scratches, etc. If that's the case, you can add some feet to the sides. Tip: reuse the screw holes for the corner hardware to avoid making new holes.
My CN212 sounds great from about 10 feet away but it much harder to hear any closer in any orientation. Thinking of getting something smaller for smaller places. Like a living room. LOL
