Usable frequency range: what numbers to look for in a cab for 5 string?

[bassdrummer]

For open B, what numbers do you suggest I look for in a cab in terms of low frequency Hz?

 

Avatar's B210 Neo cab has Eminence Neo speakers. The Eminence web site says that these speakers have a usable frequency range going down to 40 Hz. Good for low B string?

[Tenstrum]

Ampeg SVT-410HLF or PR-410HLF

[lug]

Originally posted by Tenstrum:

Ampeg SVT-410HLF or PR-410HLF

Great cabs with a"useable frequency" (usually defined as the -10 dB point) of 29 hz. On the cheap, the Peavey 4X10 TVX is rated at 30, probably the cheapest cab to obtain these levels. Most 4X10's are around 40. Remember that the 2nd harmonic on the B is probably what you notice most so even if the cab doesn't extend down to 30, it's not like you can't hear the B string.

[PAYSON]

Hey Bassdrummer. I to am a bass/drummer. Low B is @ 30.9Hz. May I recommend The Carvin BRX cabs (BRX10 or BRX12). The 10 goes to 26Hz & the 12 goes down to 30Hz. I have the BRX12. Everything from low E to low B is really nice. There is a review in BassPlayer mag this mo & on the website I believe. The neg: handles being mounted to low can be overcome by turning the handle upside down. The screw holes match up perfectly.

[bassdrummer]

Good information; thanks all.

 

Tenstrum, what's the difference between those two Ampeg cabs?

 

Lug, what's the going "street price" for those Peavey 4x10 TVX cabs?

 

PAYSON, I had no idea that low B is THAT LOW! 30.9 Hz? Wow! out of curiosity, what head are you using with your Carvin BRX cabs? ps glad to meet another bass/drummer!

[lug]

Originally posted by bassdrummer:

Good information; thanks all.

 

Tenstrum, what's the difference between those two Ampeg cabs?

 

Lug, what's the going "street price" for those Peavey 4x10 TVX cabs?

 

PAYSON, I had no idea that low B is THAT LOW! 30.9 Hz? Wow! out of curiosity, what head are you using with your Carvin BRX cabs? ps glad to meet another bass/drummer!

They are only about $450 new so I would guess around $300 or less used in mint. I've bought an older 4X10 TX for around $200 (same speakers with different crossover/port design) Both have great botttom end but the TVX has better mids, less "compressed" sounding.

[PAYSON]

I'm using the Carvin B1500. 700 watts@ 8ohms, 1250 @ 4ohms, 1900 @ 2ohms. Talk about headroom!