Trace Elliot Question

[SBrown]

I use a T.E. GP7SM 2x10 200w combo that I am VERY happy with. Great tone, punch, and the sound guy even likes it. I have an outdoor gig coming up, and there is a T.E. 1x15 ext. cab for sale in my area. Im thinking I can get a little more volume and bass for a great deal. Anybody have experience with this setup? The cab is 8 ohm which should get me to 4 ohms total, so my combo should be running at max efficiency?(its rated 200w @ 4 ohm load) Just lookin for a little feedback before I lay down the cash. I should mention my rig consists of a P-Bass, T.E. pedal/compressor, and the combo amp. Thanks!

 

[REAPER52]

Yeah man - Just saw a friend of mine play their first gig in a few years with that -only he had 4x10-- great sounding rig- they were at an outside biker bar poker run . had a little help from the p.a - i love that setup - i am working myself in that direction - have the 2x10 so far -head is next- then a 15...

 

[LanceRocket]

I recently purchased a T.E. 1210 combo (has 2x10's). Like you, I really like the tone and punch I get out of it. But I wanted more bottom end so I picked up a 1518c extension cab. I spent some time playing and comparing with/without the extension cab while I was at the store, before I made my decision. The 15" speaker cab makes a big difference, you will not be disappointed. And yes, you will be running at 4 ohms with the extension cab connected.

 

[Swift713]

+1 I ran my Trace with a 15 and a 12, super sweet. Go for it!

 

[Jazz Ad]

GP7SM combos came with a 4 ohms internal speaker. It means that they already deliver full power and you can't add a second cab to them.
There might be exceptions though, like often with TE. Just make sure before you buy the extension.

 

[SBrown]

I just picked it up. A "like new" mid 90's 1153 for $150. I am very happy w/ the sound. Rounds everything out nicely. Thanks for the input!

 

[Your41Plague12]

Like Jazz Ad said, check the speaker itself; if it's 4 ohms, you have a problem. If it's 8 ohms, jump on that 15 and never look back.

 

[Jim C]

Only bad comment Ive heard about the 15 Trace cabinet is that the older ones are HEAVY

 

[SBrown]

Yes, the 15" is 8 ohm and the 2x10 combo is 8 ohm, so together they are very happy at 4 ohm. The 1x 15 isnt as heavy as the combo( which feels like its full of cement!). They are manageable. I love the tone. I have a new (to me) bass coming in the mail with 62 re-issue pickups. I cant wait to crank it up!

 

[Kitsapbass]

Congratulations - you have a great rig. I miss my old Trace rig back in the day!