It's 10dB down at 47Hz ...some bassists would count that in the negative column.
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It's 10dB down at 47Hz ...some bassists would count that in the negative column.
Has anyone compared the CP12 and the K10.2 for similar use?
I’ve got the K10.2, which sounds great for bass; but, it just doesn’t quite get to SPL levels that give me confidence for stage monitoring. I ALMOST took it to my last gig, but left it home at the last minute, due to lack of confidence. One of those “close, but no cigar” moments.
I’ve got the K10.2, which sounds great for bass; but, it just doesn’t quite get to SPL levels that give me confidence for stage monitoring. I ALMOST took it to my last gig, but left it home at the last minute, due to lack of confidence. One of those “close, but no cigar” moments.
This is very intriguing. I currently use in-ears for vocals and some of my bass signal and run a small amp and usually a 2x10 cab for some on-stage rumble and monitoring for the band. This kind of simplifies things even more. What do you have the contour set to on the back when you play out?
Interesting to hear the K10 is recommended for bass. I would have thought the K12 would be better. I just inherited a K10 (not the 10.2) and I was going to try to sell it to get a K12 but maybe I'll give the K10 a try first. It would be supplementing my Magellan 800 into two Bass Array 112 cabs so I won't need the K10 to do too much heavy lifting.
I did this years ago and at first liked it. Now I am back to using BASS amps as they sound better to me and if needed to carry the stage and house.
Agreed. I was initially really excited but that was quickly shot down when I got to a rehearsal (had it for 1 day and returned it).
Would be great for a mellow band or for a monitor on a stage with PA support but it’s certainly capable of replacing my Mesa rig.
I wish our keyboard player would get a different amp..I can hear the QSC but I can’t feel it..if that makes any sense..
it makes perfect sense because that’s how I felt about guitarist using his haha
I've done this a lot as a monitor and it worked fine, but I wouldn't want to carry the room with one.
This is the issue for people who sometimes show up to the gig without knowing for sure how the situation will be. I still use a combo (Traynor SB115) with a wedge to tilt it back towards my ears for this reason. It's loud enough to carry a smaller room if need be, but more often than not it's just a stage monitor. If I were a big enough deal that I always knew how the FOH situation would be, I might go in the direction of the OP.
You really got that thing to pump some low end? I've played a couple stages recently where I didn't have my full direct rig (ears only), and I didn't bother to bring the amp. I just went straight to the board, and they gave me what they could through a QSC monitor. The thing sounded awful. But the sound guy wasn't exactly competent, either.
By the way, the best sound guys hate QSC because to them the cabs really color the sound. RCF is regarded as a large step up in quality.
By the way, the best sound guys hate QSC because to them the cabs really color the sound. RCF is regarded as a large step up in quality.
A lot of comments about "carrying the room" with this. That was never the intention. This is perfect for running direct out of the preamp into the board and having a personal monitor instead of schlepping an amp. I still have my Aguilar rig for home practice. I don't play gigs without sound support. But if I did, I'd take the Aguilar rig for sure.
I love my QSC gear!
In general, K10 has good definition and clarity, and i actually prefer it to my K12, especially when combined with sub support. I am glad to hear positive reviews of the CP12, as it's been on my radar for a while now.
Guitar Center Used often has plenty of QSC speakers available, if you are looking for a lower cost option.
In general, K10 has good definition and clarity, and i actually prefer it to my K12, especially when combined with sub support. I am glad to hear positive reviews of the CP12, as it's been on my radar for a while now.
Guitar Center Used often has plenty of QSC speakers available, if you are looking for a lower cost option.
My approach and gigging setup very much depends on whether I carry the room.
If my rig carries the room, I need to pump low-end energy into the room. In that case, I use bass cab and amp.
If there is PA to carry the room, I try not to pump lows into the room. In this scenario, I usually use Helicon FX150 for my monitoring (mounted on my mic stand). I cut all the lows on the Helicon. I use Eich Bass Board or Drumchair to get the feel of lows. So, that way, I get mids and highs from Helicon into my ears and tactile sensation of lows from Eich board or chair into my body. So low frequencies are not pumped into the room...
If my rig carries the room, I need to pump low-end energy into the room. In that case, I use bass cab and amp.
If there is PA to carry the room, I try not to pump lows into the room. In this scenario, I usually use Helicon FX150 for my monitoring (mounted on my mic stand). I cut all the lows on the Helicon. I use Eich Bass Board or Drumchair to get the feel of lows. So, that way, I get mids and highs from Helicon into my ears and tactile sensation of lows from Eich board or chair into my body. So low frequencies are not pumped into the room...
Yes, with a good preamp. My Noble had it sounding like a warm hug. Really nice.
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I’ve played through many brands of powered speakers over the years.
They work well, especially QSC and JBL. I like them for lower volume gigs, or loud gigs with good FOH support.
For old school gigging where the bass am on stage is also to fill the room, they are not a substitute for a quality bass amp for me.
They work well, especially QSC and JBL. I like them for lower volume gigs, or loud gigs with good FOH support.
For old school gigging where the bass am on stage is also to fill the room, they are not a substitute for a quality bass amp for me.
I bring PA. I have several options and some that will fit almost anywhere.
I have server "real" bass amp options as well, some that are stupid heavy that I'm not sure if I could lift anymore. Lately I've been going the pre-amp to powered speaker route using a Turbosound TFX122M-AN either directly from the pre-amp or routed through the monitors. It's worked well and has adequate volume, although it's not going to flap your pant legs. My biggest complaint is that it's not comfortable to carry when I only need one of them and can't bring them in their road case(s).