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Replacing my Glockenklang Double (2x12)?

Discussion in 'Amps and Cabs [BG]' started by Matthias, May 11, 2019.

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  1. May 11, 2019 #1
    Matthias

    Matthias

    May 30, 2000
    Vienna, Austria
    My main rig is a GK 700RB w/ Glockenklang Double (2×12) and I really like the sound: Very solid and focused lows, fast response, very clear highs, sounding very 'alive' over all.
    But now I need something between this and my GK MB150 Combo (using the Double and the MB150 for almost 20 years now...)
    I'm thinking of a set up with two 112s which should be light and small but also have the potential to replace the Glockenklang.
    First attempt: Eich 112 Combo (TecAmp Puma succesor) with additional 112 cab. Perfect in size and weight but unfotunately I don't like the sound.
    So what next?
    GK NEO 112? I tried one in a shop and liked it much better than the Markbass and Tech21 112s they had there.
    Orange OBC 112? Still lighter and smaller than the NEO, but I haven't heard one yet...
    Any further recommendations?
    Thanks!
    Edit: max. weight 14kg/30lbs - that eliminates options like Ampeg, Fender and also the 112s by Glockenklang...
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  2. Jul 12, 2019 #2
    Matthias

    Matthias

    May 30, 2000
    Vienna, Austria
    So my original idea was replacing both my small and large rig with a modular set up with 2 112s and a class D amp.
    I think I've found a 'TB conform' solution now:
    I keep both rigs and buy a GK Legacy and a 112 :D (and a second one maybe later)
    I'm still torn between the GK Neo 112 and the Orange OBC 112 though ...
     
  3. Jul 12, 2019 #3
    jsbarber

    jsbarber

    Jun 7, 2005
    San Diego
    Since you like the Double a lot, why not try the Glockenklang Space, or Space Art - or a pair of them?
     
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  4. Jul 13, 2019 #4
    Matthias

    Matthias

    May 30, 2000
    Vienna, Austria
    Good point. I ruled them out first because they are rather heavy and I need one really light weight rig. But now that I have decided to keep the Microbass anyway....
     
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  5. Jul 17, 2019 #5
    ashtray

    ashtray

    Feb 25, 2008
    Ventura County, CA
    The Glock 2x12 I tested out 8 years ago blew me away. Sounded like nothing else. What an amazingly defined tone it has! Unfortunately for you, it might be tough to replicate with other cabs. A pair of 1x12 cabs is a great way to go - you just need to find a set that sounds good to your tone.
     
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  6. Jul 17, 2019 #6
    bklee

    bklee Supporting Member

    Feb 3, 2011
    Marin County, California
    Have you tried Barefaced? Their cabs are light and great-sounding.
     
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  7. Jul 17, 2019 #7
    ashtray

    ashtray

    Feb 25, 2008
    Ventura County, CA
    Nope - never tried them. I’m loving my Aguilar DB cabs too much at the moment. I have an Epifani NYC 410 for when I want a more “rock” tone.

    I’ve gone thru plenty of cabs over the years: GK, Eden, GB, SWR, fEarLess, Ampeg, etc. My Aguilar cabs are doing it for me now BUT, I can still hear the tone of the Glock 2x12 (non-US version) I tried out many years ago. I used the same bass and head and cycled thru all the cabs the shop had. The Glock had it’s own color. It also had a high price that I just couldn’t justify at the time.
     
  8. Jul 18, 2019 #8
    Matthias

    Matthias

    May 30, 2000
    Vienna, Austria
    I've read a lot about them but haven't seen or tried one yet...