Rig power

[zkuper1985]

I'm currently using an Ampeg SVT3Pro which is powering a SVT610HLF. The cab is rated between 600-1200 watts, the head is putting out 450 Watts. Am I under powering this cabinet?

 

[BurningSkies]

I'm currently using an Ampeg SVT3Pro which is powering a SVT610HLF. The cab is rated between 600-1200 watts, the head is putting out 450 Watts. Am I under powering this cabinet?

There is no such thing as underpowering.

Its sort of like:

or:

 

[BrianS198]

What BurningSkies said.

But really, your set up is fine. I ran my 700RB-II (480 W or so) through an SVT410HLF for awhile and had no problems.

 

[greenboy]

Underpowering looks more like this, BurningSkies:

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[BurningSkies]

Well, this is a Frank discussion we're having, innit?

 

[David Jayne]

What's the best high-mass bridge for underpowering fingerboard metal?

 

[BurningSkies]

What's the best high-mass bridge for underpowering fingerboard metal?

 

[greenboy]

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[David Jayne]

My sincere apologies to the OP. I assume you've gotten the gist; there is no such thing as underpowering.
This thread is beginning to deliver.

 

[BurningSkies]

My sincere apologies to the OP. I assume you've gotten the gist; there is no such thing as underpowering.
This thread is beginning to deliver.

 

[greenboy]

 

[Metal Matt]

 

[Blueszilla]

That is just plain disturbing. :shudders:

 

[RickenBoogie]

Yes. Those people.