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Recommendations for a small rig setup? (2x10)

zippydog

zippydog

Dec 28, 2006
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Chicago
#1
Hi!
I've been fussing with preamps for the past few months and now its time to finish the job. Currently have an Ampeg BA115HT, but would like to go separates instead.

I have an Eden Navigator preamp and an Aphex 204 exciter in the Nav's effects line. Sounds great! Now, need some suggestions on amp/cab to go under it. Clean, quiet performance without the need for a lot of db (small venues/church).

AMP:
I was thinking about the QSC RMX 850. Bridged @ 8 ohms, 600w is more than ample power. Other ideas?

CAB:
Thinking 2x10 vs. 1x15 for a little more punch. Clueless as to brand/model. Could really use some suggestions here.

Other Ideas:
Is there a decent combo rig out there I should consider instead of separates? I really have no idea. A combo feels redundant with the Eden.

Thanks in advance for your thoughts/suggestions!
 
#3
With a 2 space Navigator, a 1 space Aphex and a potential 2 space amp, you are no longer in the small rig camp. That's a 5 space rack.

Anyway, have you thought about a 1x12, or maybe a pair depending on what you need. It's a nice mix of 10" punch and 15" lows.
 
#4
eh, that's six spaces when you add the Furman power strip. :D


My thoughts were to keep the pre/effects rack sep. from power amp, so that I could just pull the preamp/head for church gigs where I can use a house amp.

1x12 might just do it. What would be a couple worth considering?

Thanks all!
 
#6
Great questions...here are more specifics.

Lets set two budgets (and make that for used gear).

BUDGET:
realistic budget: $750 for amp + cab.
"stretch" budget: $1,200 for amp + cab.

SOUND & STYLE:
I play clean, full and on the warmish side. Not really doing any overdrive or distortion. Like clarity, good articulation and punch, but not a scooped sound. Prefer more balanced with even mids. I don't need high dB, just enough good sound - I'm not competing with wailing guitars.
Play finger style and don't really slap. Music is pop/rock.

AXE:
Bass is Musicman SR 5 HH (double bucks).

thanks!
 
#7
I'd recommend the Eden 212XLT. It's got a lot of low end, but still the full-range Eden growl in the midrange for clarity and cutting through the mix.

QSC amp for power is perfect. The 212XLT is a 400watt cab, so 600 watts would be just right for clear headroom. Don't forget to check Craig's List for stuff, too!
 
#10
zippydog said:
Hi!
I've been fussing with preamps for the past few months and now its time to finish the job. Currently have an Ampeg BA115HT, but would like to go separates instead.

I have an Eden Navigator preamp and an Aphex 204 exciter in the Nav's effects line. Sounds great! Now, need some suggestions on amp/cab to go under it. Clean, quiet performance without the need for a lot of db (small venues/church).

AMP:
I was thinking about the QSC RMX 850. Bridged @ 8 ohms, 600w is more than ample power. Other ideas?

CAB:
Thinking 2x10 vs. 1x15 for a little more punch. Clueless as to brand/model. Could really use some suggestions here.

Other Ideas:
Is there a decent combo rig out there I should consider instead of separates? I really have no idea. A combo feels redundant with the Eden.

Thanks in advance for your thoughts/suggestions!
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Greetings

I have a great new small rig for small gigs & practice Little Mark II head & EA Wizzy 112 cab.

It sounds great, the heads way more power than the Wizzy can handle but I also have Schroeder 1210 for even more volume medium gig no problem.

Hope that helps!
 
#14
OK decisions been made.

In transit (arriving today if I'm really lucky :hyper: ):

QSC PLX 1602
Avatar 2x10, 8 ohm cab

Seems to be the best bang-for-the-buck based on my needs and the info. I've been able to find around here.

Thanks all!
 

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