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#721
I've recently updated my aging SM400 to a 20th Redhead ... whatta tone ! I was wondering if any of you could propose tone/EQ settings on the Redhead for slap, fusion, jazz styles. I use a passive 6 string fretless and 5 string active fretted bass.

Cheers !
 
#722
Here's my 2008 RedHead / Goliath III 8ohm rig.

LOVE the clear/low noise sound and features. On it's own, the Redhead is surprisingly accurate at reproducing intonations from my 6 string fretless and 5 string fretted bass in the fusion/funk/rock genres. As mentioned by a number of users, clarity (when dialed in - as it depends on your front panel adjustments) also means your playing better be accurate otherwise mistakes will jump out, even for experienced players. Furthermore, I opted for a Goliath III @ 8ohms as recommended by an SWR rep. When needed, it adds a deeper touch to the overall sound.

I'll gladly give feedback to any who might have (not too technical) questions about this combo.
 
#723
francoprof said:
Here's my 2008 RedHead / Goliath III 8ohm rig.

Furthermore, I opted for a Goliath III @ 8ohms as recommended by an SWR rep. When needed, it adds a deeper touch to the overall sound.
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I had an 8 ohm Goliath III and a Son of Bertha 15 I was deciding on for a extension cab for my 96 Super Redhead. I compared back an forth, back and forth, and selected to keep the SOB and sell the Goliath. The SOB is warmer and splits the power equally between the three speakers (100W each or so) where with the goliath 2/3 of the power went to the redheads internal 10s and about 25W to each of the Goliath 10s. It was punchy with the goliath but didn't push it to it's effective sound level. A 4 ohm goliath would have been better. My SM400 pushed the goliath much harder and it really came alive. The SOB is much easier to carry around too. I also put Emenince Kappa Pro 10s in the redhead, BIG difference over the stock speakers. Either way you run it, alone or with extension cab, it's a classic. :hyper:
 
#724
For a few years, I had a Basic Black combo. It was then that I fell in love with SWR. That little amp was the beez knees.

When I can afford to do it, I'd like to upgrade my rig to a Super RedHead, and maybe a Son of Bertha, Goliath, or a Henry series cab(s).


:hyper:
 
#725
GemJam said:
I had an 8 ohm Goliath III and a Son of Bertha 15 I was deciding on for a extension cab for my 96 Super Redhead. I compared back an forth, back and forth, and selected to keep the SOB and sell the Goliath. The SOB is warmer and splits the power equally between the three speakers (100W each or so) where with the goliath 2/3 of the power went to the redheads internal 10s and about 25W to each of the Goliath 10s. It was punchy with the goliath but didn't push it to it's effective sound level. A 4 ohm goliath would have been better. My SM400 pushed the goliath much harder and it really came alive. The SOB is much easier to carry around too. I also put Emenince Kappa Pro 10s in the redhead, BIG difference over the stock speakers. Either way you run it, alone or with extension cab, it's a classic. :hyper:
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I agree with you : the 8ohm Goliath sounds under used with the 2008 Redhead ... I recall trying it alone with another head and it shone ! Funny, I asked the SWR rep 3 times what he'd recommend with the Redhead and the Goliath 8 always came first ... perhaps he was weary of getting too close to the 2 ohm barrier. Anyways, the SOB seems as a good option as you explain it ( load sharing, etc) ... thanks for your advice, think I'll give it a try. P.S. I had an SM400 and Triad and I loved it (perhaps the 15" had something to do with it ...;-)
 
#726
I'm in.....

(2) SM-400's
Goliath III 4x10
(1) Mr. Tone Control Parametric EQ (thank you for pestering Steve, Mr. Miller) ;-)
 

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#730
Correct me if I'm wrong, but the 20th Anniversary Redhead is fine at 2 ohms according to my info. I have 2 Redheads, a super and the 20th anniversary. Both are awesome. I have a Goliath Jr that works well with both, but I also use a Henry Jr. that just kills! Love that sound...Through the years, I've also used a Big Ben and a Triad along with a 550X and an Interstellar Overdrive. I wish I still had all this gear!
 
#738
Apropos of nothing on the thread except that it's an SWR fan club I have a question about amps, ohms and watts.

I just purchased an SM900 head and a Goliath III 700 watt 8 ohm cabinet in mint condition on craigslist. The guy I bought it from was selling a 1-15 cabinet also but I was a little short of cash and wanted another 4-10 eventually. Since the cabinet is rated 700 watts, 8 ohms and the head puts out 900 watts is it safe to play through just one speaker cabinet without blowing it out? The owners manual for the SM 900 gives these specs for cabinets:

Suggested Speaker EnclosuresMegoliath™
Goliath Senior™
Big Bertha™
Goliath™

Power output
Bridge/Mono Mode
900 Watts @ 4 Ohms
650 Watts @ 8 Ohms
440 Watts @ 16 Ohms
(minimum load = 4 Ohms)

Stereo Mode (per side)
400 watts @ 4 Ohms
240 watts @ 8 Ohms
144 watts @ 16 Ohms
(minimum load = 2 Ohms

Suggested Speaker Combinations
(2) Goliath III
(2) Son Of Bertha™
(1) Goliath III & (1) Son Of Bertha
(1) Goliath III & (1) Big Ben™

Based on this info I would assume that the Goliath would only be taking a 650 watt load at 8 ohms. Is this correct? I want to get another Goliath 4-10 eventually but want to use the amp until then. Am I OK using it without a second cabinet? Sorry for what may be a basic question but I'm slightly dyslectic when it comes to numbers and this is driving me crazy.
 
#739
It is all good. Yes, you most certainly can use your SM900 with a single Golliath 8Ohm cabinet without a problem. Listen, where you run into problems is when your amp volume and gain are both at 10 and you are getting cracking coming out of your speaker. Yes that is a joke. The wattages are ratings and not really what you put out. My Bass 750 running at 2.6 Ohms should be 850 watts, but since I only turn up to about 3 on my volume, there is no way I am at 850 watts of output. I am sure there are many many people who can get really technical with a proper explaination, but your amp will certainly run a single 8 Ohm Golliath very well and when you add the second one (do make sure you pick up another 8 Ohm cab) you will be just fine then as well.
 
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