Teahead Posted July 31, 2004 Share Posted July 31, 2004 Hi, our bass player is about to splash out on a new amp. He's settled on this Ashdown model. I'm hoping for a little advice as to whether he should get the 1x15 or 2x10 cab? We are a three piece band, playing reasonably overdriven rock and roll, I play a Vox AC30 and Tele. Could you describe the advantages and disadvantages of each cab? Which one of the two would better suit our needs? I'm certain I see more bass players with multiple 10" speakers, but I thought the 15" would provide more low end to better fill our three piece sound? Does he need the two 10s for punch and spread, or should he go with the 15 for big bottom end? Many Thanks... Tea. Pedal Clips Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cornbread_medhotmail.com Posted July 31, 2004 Share Posted July 31, 2004 Go for the 2x10. It will give you more sound (moves more air with smaller transients) and not get too bogged down with chords or effects. He can add a 15 later on if he really wants the little bottom end it yields. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
73 P Bass Posted July 31, 2004 Share Posted July 31, 2004 He should try both and decide what he likes best. Some people like 10"s, some like 12"s, some like 15"s. Some people can't really tell the difference. "Start listening to music!". -Jeremy C Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
getz out Posted July 31, 2004 Share Posted July 31, 2004 I'd personally prefer the 2x10, but it's all a matter of taste. Both will probably do the job, just with different timbres. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Basster Posted July 31, 2004 Share Posted July 31, 2004 I went for the 2X10 for the very reasons Cornbread stated. Later I added a 1X15 and bi-amped. Depending on the size of the room, I'll use the 10's, the 15, or both and set my tone as needed. It is a matter of personal taste. It should be "your" unique sound. "I play the notes...but it is God who makes the music". J.S. Bach Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dixondave Posted July 31, 2004 Share Posted July 31, 2004 I bought both. First bought a Peavey 15" cuz got a great deal on it and then later added Avatar 2X10 it has turned out to be a very good combo great tone and very loud if i want Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteveC Posted July 31, 2004 Share Posted July 31, 2004 I'm really liking my Bergantino HT112. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Raven Posted July 31, 2004 Share Posted July 31, 2004 I'd recommend starting out with the 2 10's. He can always add the 15 later. The 10's are a lot more versitile and will move more air... Rock on...... BCR's homepage Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
moot Posted August 1, 2004 Share Posted August 1, 2004 I like a 2-10 also. If Low B is present then I find a 15 or even an 18 will do better at volume but it's hard to beat the total tonal quality of mutiple 10's. "He is to music what Stevie Wonder is to photography." getz76 I have nothing nice to say so . . . Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Teahead Posted August 1, 2004 Author Share Posted August 1, 2004 Thanks for the replies folks. He's probably going to go for the 1x15 as his current amp has that set up and it seems to work pretty well for us. If it ain't broke, don't fix it? I appreciate the responses. Best Wishes. Tea. Pedal Clips Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Wolf Tyrant Posted August 2, 2004 Share Posted August 2, 2004 What would be the advantages/disadvantages to going with a 2x12 instead of the 15 or 2x10? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bottle12am Posted August 2, 2004 Share Posted August 2, 2004 If he plays 5-string bass, the 1x15 might be the way to go. If not, go for the 2x10. My only cab is an Eden 2x10. Had it for 13 years now, NEVER have been drowned out during a gig (I've played halls with capacities up to 2000 peeps, as well as outdoor gigs). Easier to load into/out of small cars, too. "Women and rhythm section first" -- JFP Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Teahead Posted August 2, 2004 Author Share Posted August 2, 2004 The 2x10 is about $250 more expensive, which is pretty steep for a $1300 amp! He only plays a four string, but he seems happy enough with his current 1x15 to go for the same option again. Tea. Pedal Clips Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dohhhhh6 Posted August 3, 2004 Share Posted August 3, 2004 1300 for that? Maybe he should go searching around. I think he could do a bit better than that for 1300. My 2 cents, though. In Skynyrd We Trust Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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