Members eldaar Posted January 30, 2008 Members Share Posted January 30, 2008 I'm a guitarist turned bass-player in a metal band. I play an old Kramer bass (can't find much info about it, but it's similar to this one: http://www.kramerguitars.com/Product.aspx?ProductID=13), and just picked up an Ampeg B2R. Now all I need is a cabinet and I have about $450 to spend. If you were in my shoes, what kind of cabinet would you buy? I really have my eye on an Avatar B410 NEO. But I don't know too much about bass cabinets, so let me know what you play and what you recommend. (My guitarists each play through their own 4x12, so I figure a 4x10 or a 2x15 is probably what I'm looking for, but tell me if something else would work). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members fastlikeninja Posted January 30, 2008 Members Share Posted January 30, 2008 avatars are excellent for the price. they don't make a 2x15 though (hell i didn't even see a 115 on their site anymore.. whats up with that?) you might want to consider their 2x12.. it is an excellent cab. 4x10 wouldn't be a bad choice either Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members B-Bottom Posted January 30, 2008 Members Share Posted January 30, 2008 try them both and see what you dig. Personally I prefer 2x15 cabs over 4x10's. Right now I'm using a 1x15 and a 2x12. And as soon as I have the fundage I'll be finishing up my 2x15 cab which I'll add to my arsenal Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members georgestrings Posted January 30, 2008 Members Share Posted January 30, 2008 try them both and see what you dig. Personally I prefer 2x15 cabs over 4x10's. Right now I'm using a 1x15 and a 2x12. And as soon as I have the fundage I'll be finishing up my 2x15 cab which I'll add to my arsenal I like 215s for classic rock and blues, but prefer 10s and 18s for metal and modern rock... If you shop around, you might find a used Ampeg SVT410-HLF within your budget - or better yet, under your circumstances - two used Peavey 410s *could* be had within your budget, and would help in your current band situation... Another good solution would be a Peavey 410 and a Peavey 210(again used) - that would allow you to be heard with 2 half stacks, yet give you some versatility... I think that without enough speakers, you *might* be in trouble volume-wise... in my experience, the B2R isn't all that loud... - georgestrings Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members ezstep Posted January 30, 2008 Members Share Posted January 30, 2008 Used 2x15. Check with your local music stores. They often have some used stuff in the back and not on display. They probably have an old 2x15 cab for well under your what you have. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members justinbass Posted January 30, 2008 Members Share Posted January 30, 2008 I play bass in two death metal bands. Avatar 410 Neo all the way. In your price range, loud, clear, punchy. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members walkerci Posted January 30, 2008 Members Share Posted January 30, 2008 Yeah! An old Peavey 215 preferrably with Black Widows. Maybe a 210 to put on top. That should cover the bases. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members walkerci Posted January 30, 2008 Members Share Posted January 30, 2008 I play bass in two death metal bands.Avatar 410 Neo all the way.In your price range, loud, clear, punchy. Another good choice! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Thumper Posted January 30, 2008 Members Share Posted January 30, 2008 Welcome to the Forum. I bought one of the last Avatar 1x15 Neo cabs in 2006. It will be part of my rig until I die. I'd look for a used 2x15 cab. Peavey has made some nice ones. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members fastlikeninja Posted January 30, 2008 Members Share Posted January 30, 2008 why did they stop making them? do you know? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Thumper Posted January 30, 2008 Members Share Posted January 30, 2008 There wasn't a lot of demand. Dave had just introduced a 2x12 cab (which also sounds damn good by most accounts). I run my 1x15 with an Avatar 2x10 Neo and a Traynor YBA 200 head. I'm pretty happy with the rig. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members fastlikeninja Posted January 30, 2008 Members Share Posted January 30, 2008 ah.. yeah i love my 2x12, but was toying around with the idea of getting a 1x15.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members james on bass Posted January 30, 2008 Members Share Posted January 30, 2008 I really like my Avatar 2x12, but if you're only going to have 1 cab and are playing metal, I'd go with the 4x10, then add the 2x12 later. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Dave Campbell Posted January 30, 2008 Members Share Posted January 30, 2008 The other advantage to the Avatar Neo cabs is their weight.The 410 weighs 60 pounds. Your average 410 cab usually weighs 90.I thank myself at the end of every gig, when it's 2 o'clock in the morning, and I've had a few beers, and I wanna just get home to bed, that I can pretty much lift that cab by the handle with one hand and not kill my back. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members rpsands Posted January 30, 2008 Members Share Posted January 30, 2008 The B2R is insanely quiet. Even with two 4x10s I was way too quiet. You are going to want a very efficient 2x12 at least, I would say. I'd skip 10s unless they're in a very efficient cab (e.g. a Dr> Bass 3x10 or something). I'd recommend you check out Dr. Bass, or try to find a used Genz Neox212T or something. A peavey 2x15 or something might work, too. those you can find in pawnshops all the time. go try them out:) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Bernie P. Posted January 30, 2008 Members Share Posted January 30, 2008 eldaar,I have a nice Earth B-25 2x15 cab I'd like to sell.It's in great shape.Not sure but I think they're Altec Lansings.Interested? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members bnyswonger Posted January 30, 2008 Members Share Posted January 30, 2008 The pair of 15"s will give you the most sound for your wattage...as others have said. There are interesting old boxes all over the place. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members mike fitzwell Posted January 30, 2008 Members Share Posted January 30, 2008 I really like my Avatar 2x12, but if you're only going to have 1 cab and are playing metal, I'd go with the 4x10, then add the 2x12 later. +1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Apendecto Posted January 30, 2008 Members Share Posted January 30, 2008 Used SWR 4x12 or 8x8. Yo. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members FloydianAnimal Posted January 30, 2008 Members Share Posted January 30, 2008 If you want a 2x15, I usually see used Mesa 2x15's fairly cheap on craigslist Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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