Members dolt45 Posted September 18, 2007 Members Share Posted September 18, 2007 It's time to get a new amp. I like the convenience of a combo and we're not playing outdoor events nor huge venues, so I figure an amp ranging from 100w - 200w should be fine. I'm also hoping to keep the cost to around $400. My current amp is a Peavey TKO 80 which is a 1x15. I'm playing a Fender P-bass straight in for about half our songs, then through a Big Muff for our other songs. Style-wise, we're kind of a blend between Boss Hog, The B-52's & The Buzzcocks. Since I've only owned a 1x15 ... my questions are: - how would a 2x10 configuration affect my tone?- which set-up will have richer low end when I play clean?- which has good low end but won't be too muddy when I run through the Muff? Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Emprov Posted September 18, 2007 Members Share Posted September 18, 2007 Take your gear into a music shop and check out the different configs for yourself. Pick the one you like. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members bassred Posted September 18, 2007 Members Share Posted September 18, 2007 It's gonna be up to you. I like a 15, I think a good 15 can stand alone and cover all the sounds you'll need... a lot of guys like 10's. really the best/most monsterous rig I had was a 15 with a 2X10 on top, that sucka was badass! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members dolt45 Posted September 18, 2007 Author Members Share Posted September 18, 2007 If I end up at a guitar center (or the likes) I'll definitely be testing out a variety, but as I look through local classifieds I won't have that option - at least not in one place. So I'd like to know some of the different characteristics of 1x15 vs. 2x10 so that I don't waste anyone's time if I go through a private seller. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators Kindness Posted September 18, 2007 Moderators Share Posted September 18, 2007 I'd like to know some of the different characteristics of 1x15 vs. 2x10. There are none. Cabinet design is significantly more complicated than that and anyone that gives you generalizations on configurations rather than information about specific products is wasting your time. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members T. Alan Smith Posted September 18, 2007 Members Share Posted September 18, 2007 If I end up at a guitar center (or the likes) I'll definitely be testing out a variety, but as I look through local classifieds I won't have that option - at least not in one place. So I'd like to know some of the different characteristics of 1x15 vs. 2x10 so that I don't waste anyone's time if I go through a private seller. Don't waste your time at GC. Your in Chicago. Go to that awesome place in Alsip. What's it called again? Otherwise, go to Chicago Music Exchange and Make N Music. Anybody know if Gand is still around? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators Kindness Posted September 18, 2007 Moderators Share Posted September 18, 2007 Go to that awesome place in Alsip. What's it called again? Bass Club Chicago and it is now in the same building as Make'n Music. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members T. Alan Smith Posted September 18, 2007 Members Share Posted September 18, 2007 Bass Club Chicago and it is now in the same building as Make'n Music. Really?!? M&M's new location? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators Kindness Posted September 18, 2007 Moderators Share Posted September 18, 2007 Really?!? M&M's new location? I believe at the moment they actually share floor space, but when the other floor in the building is finished being built out they will be completely independent, but in the same building. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members T. Alan Smith Posted September 18, 2007 Members Share Posted September 18, 2007 I believe at the moment they actually share floor space, but when the other floor in the building is finished being built out they will be completely independent, but in the same building. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members mrcrow Posted September 18, 2007 Members Share Posted September 18, 2007 i have used a tko 15"..think it was 60 watt though..and old oneand recently used a church's bass mans rig...4x10 admittedly a 2x10 is not quite the same but the multi speaker set up was cleaner on the low endi was using my P/J special on P only pup..normally it sounded muddysold now..the fender i mean Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Thumper Posted September 19, 2007 Members Share Posted September 19, 2007 - how would a 2x10 configuration affect my tone? - which set-up will have richer low end when I play clean? - which has good low end but won't be too muddy when I run through the Muff? Thanks! Both sound pretty good IMHO. A 2x10 will give you a nice, articulate tone with quick response. A 1x15 will give you bottom for days. If you're using a Big Muff, the 2x10 may be a better choice. Ideally you could run both cabs and route the wet signal with effects into the 2x10 and the dry signal without effects into the 1x15---which means you need a cross over or a biamp, and I'll leave that issue for others to address. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators Kindness Posted September 19, 2007 Moderators Share Posted September 19, 2007 A 2x10 will give you a nice, articulate tone with quick response. A 1x15 will give you bottom for days. But my 2x10 will out bottom your 1x15 for days. :poke: Sorry, I just needed something other than that cable mess to get me to 5k. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Funkee1 Posted September 19, 2007 Members Share Posted September 19, 2007 Both sound pretty good IMHO. A 2x10 will give you a nice, articulate tone with quick response. A 1x15 will give you bottom for days. If you're using a Big Muff, the 2x10 may be a better choice. Ideally you could run both cabs and route the wet signal with effects into the 2x10 and the dry signal without effects into the 1x15---which means you need a cross over or a biamp, and I'll leave that issue for others to address. I personally find 15s to lack definition, and would go with the 2x10. YMMV though, and I will echo Emprov and say try them, and pick the one you like! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members birdboy7007 Posted September 19, 2007 Members Share Posted September 19, 2007 The clear answer is 2x12 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Crescent Seven Posted September 19, 2007 Members Share Posted September 19, 2007 There are none. Cabinet design is significantly more complicated than that and anyone that gives you generalizations on configurations rather than information about specific products is wasting your time. What? You're clueless, Cochise. Why don't you go and learn a few things about amps, cabs, basses, and picking up sleazy drunk girls before you try to come roll with the big dogs? Run along now, you're stinkin' up my porch.Where was I? Oh yeah. 2x10's have more midrange and are a little louder than 1x15's, but 1x15's handle lows better. You should definitely buy a 2x12.C7 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moderators Kindness Posted September 19, 2007 Moderators Share Posted September 19, 2007 What? You're clueless, Cochise. Why don't you go and learn a few things about picking up sleazy drunk girls before you try to come roll with the big dogs? Run along now, you're stinkin' up my porch.C7 I'm on it. I'll report back with details soon. Including pictures. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members Crescent Seven Posted September 19, 2007 Members Share Posted September 19, 2007 I'm on it. I'll report back with details soon. Including pictures. Atta boy! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Members dolt45 Posted September 19, 2007 Author Members Share Posted September 19, 2007 Thanks all! @ bassgeek - I didn't think of running both ... hmmm, more $ than I got right now though. Thanks for the idea. @ crescent seven - thanks for succinct answer. @ kindness - I understand every piece of equipment will vary between manufacturer and price range. And of course things can be "modded" ... but around that $400 mark my options aren't that vast. Understanding that a 2x10 (or 2x12 as suggested above) should give me a more distinct response helps my search. Who knows - I may end up with another 1x15 if a particular model (that I can afford) sounds better to me. Hell, who knows what I'll end up with once I get out there and try some different amps with my gear ... regardless, I appreciate all the info. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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