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Power requirements and though regarding afor Bergatino HT322

Discussion in 'Amps and Cabs [BG]' started by Jim C, Jan 17, 2009.

  1. Jan 17, 2009 #1
    Jim C

    Jim C I believe in the trilogy; Fender, Stingray, + G&L Supporting Member

    Nov 29, 2008
    Bethesda, MD
    Have searched the forums and reviews (as well as Berg site) and have learned that this is a very good cabinet and might have scooped mids.
    Also gather that it needs a fair amount of power.
    Would either a Trace AH350 or Ampeg SVT3 Pro be a good much for a medium volume rock band application?

    Looking for very clear sound with deep bass but not particularly fond of scooped mids. Have been happy with a EV 1x15 with a vented mid range driver but would like more power handling capacity.
     
  2. Jan 17, 2009 #2
    bongomania

    bongomania Supporting Member Commercial User

    Oct 17, 2005
    PDX, OR
    owner, OVNIFX and OVNILabs
    "and though regarding afor"? Just got back from the bar, did we? ;)
     
  3. Jan 17, 2009 #3
    Jim C

    Jim C I believe in the trilogy; Fender, Stingray, + G&L Supporting Member

    Nov 29, 2008
    Bethesda, MD
    Wow, a bit scatter barined on my part.
    I believe the senator meant to say "and thoughts regarding a Bergantino HT322"
    Actually quit drinking 3 years ago and don't do dope, perhaps typing lessons should be in my future!
     
  4. Jan 17, 2009 #4
    IvanMike

    IvanMike TTRPG enthusiast, Happy, Joyous, & Free. Supporting Member

    Nov 10, 2002
    Middletown CT, USA
    man i played that cab and the terms "mid shy" and "power hungry" did not come to mind. I found it punchy, full and loud. but i haven't played one out. To be honest, that is one cab that would make me reconsider my ban on larger bass cabs.
     
  5. Jan 17, 2009 #5
    Jim C

    Jim C I believe in the trilogy; Fender, Stingray, + G&L Supporting Member

    Nov 29, 2008
    Bethesda, MD
    It was previous posts that called for power and scoopedness.
    Haven't played it yet but was able to pick it up without too much trouble; way easier than many old 4x10 cabs or any of the 2x15's I've owned.
    Was crazy top heavy and pretty low to the ground though.
    Never had a boutique cab and have been very impressed by the loyalty of forum members to Bergantino products and service.
    Hope to demo next week. Don't know what they cost new as they are NLA but am thinking that $650 is about right for used; I'm working on a trade deal.
     
  6. Jan 17, 2009 #6
    Jim Carr

    Jim Carr Dr. Jim

    Jan 21, 2006
    Denton, TX or Kailua, HI
    fEARful Kool-Aid dispensing liberal academic card-carrying union member Musicians Local 72-147
    My friend who has one uses a Reed Purity preamp and a Stewart World 2.1 amp.
    His Sadowsky nyc P/J KILLS through that rig. Best tone I have heard in very a long time.
     
  7. Jan 17, 2009 #7
    Folmeister

    Folmeister Knowledge is Good - Emile Faber Supporting Member

    May 7, 2003
    Tomball, Texas
    I have two 322s and have played them out many times with a variety of heads. I would not characterize them as mid-shy in any way. I find it also quite efficient. I was using my Walkabout Scout head with it for a while and was skeptical that it could power the cab well. I was proved very wrong. The 322, if you can handle the weight, is one of the great cabs of all-time.