New cabinet time, want to try a 15. Which one? Budget is approx $500

[Systolic]

I've been using a custom made 2x12 that I bought from a TB member for a few years. It's a wonderful cab, very articulate/clear, translates growl really well, and is very light (it's really a pick or slap players dream)....BUT it doesn't seem to have that low end rock and roll grunt that I'm needing in my current projects. So it's time to move on.

I'd like to try a 15 (with the option of adding a second.) I'm well aware that 15 doesn't automatically mean lower, but i'd still like to give it a go. I've had 2x10's, 4x10's, 1x12, and 2x12's. Never a 15.

So which one? I'm a 5 string player, but rarely if ever tune below that low B. I do want to keep a hf driver in the setup, and I'd like to maintain as much clarity/responsiveness as I can while adding the thunderous low end I've been missing. I think I've narrowed it down. I get some pretty good deals on cabs through my job so I'll put the prices i can pick them up for to help judge "value."

 

[wellso74]

used Epifani UL

 

[Systolic]

used Epifani UL

Well I've found one UL112 online for $760. I can't image the UL115 being cheaper.

 

[georgiagoodie]

Find a used Genz-Benz Uber 15T. You will not be disappointed.

 

[wellso74]

used- you can find cabs for $450 or better.....

 

[BadExample]

BR115 1x15" BR series 400W bass cabinet (4 Ohms)

Bargain. Add $20 for 8 ohm so you can expand, perhaps a 2nd br15.

 

[Systolic]

Didn't think about Carvin....what's the catch? Specs look great. Why half the price?

Great couple used cabs too look for then, great!

 

[hondo4life]

You can build a fEARful 15/6 for pretty close to $500 in parts. Ok, about $665 for the precut kit, but more like $500 if you cut your own plywood.

 

[1stnamebassist]

Didn't think about Carvin....what's the catch? Specs look great. Why half the price?

Great couple used cabs too look for then, great!

They sell direct no dealers or middleman to deal with.

 

[loki2772]

Old school and heavy (48lbs i think) by today's standards i know but...

I still get a lot of compliments on my Bag End S15X-D. When I need some added pant flap the S15-D goes along for the ride. I bought mine for less than $300. ($250 for the S15-D from guitar center used)

My main rig now is an Aguilar TH500, 2 x SL112, (combined weight approx 55lbs) but I'm a former Ampeg SVT hauler just so you know where I'm coming from.

I use the Aggie rig for everything but rock/classic rock gigs in larger rooms and outdoor shows and then the Bag Ends come out to play!

Good luck with your search

 

[TMARK]

Used Trace Elliot 1153. Maybe $200. A great 15.

 

[BadExample]

They sell direct no dealers or middleman to deal with.

Search the forums for BR15. I lot of fans. The only negative I recall on Carvin cabs is some people didn't like the multiple driver BR series or the extension cabs. If you wanted 2 or 4 drivers, I think the BRX series would be the way to go. Never hear any thing bad about those. They (Carvin) say the BRX series is more of a Pro/gig level built. I wish they had a BRX15. The great prices have been going on most of this year. I have a feeling they are ready to unleash some new stuff after some inventory reduction. Or fold.

Also the custom vinyl is beautiful! IIRC add about $50. Got my wife a guit combo and it sounds fantastic and looks like furniture. Wife's first comment was, "This could be in our living room." Bordeaux Red, blingity bling bling bling.

 

[tfer]

Hydrive 115. Great cab.

 

[two fingers]

Mesa Scout.

I run the combo alone sometimes with a matching cab when needed. Holy crap. It is both articulate and warm at the same time. And man does it take grit well!!!!

 

[hondo4life]

Mesa Scout.

I run the combo alone sometimes with a matching cab when needed. Holy crap. It is both articulate and warm at the same time. And man does it take grit well!!!!
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If that is $500, then I'm selling my Fender Rumble and buying one... it's not $500, is it.

 

[two fingers]

If that is $500, then I'm selling my Fender Rumble and buying one... it's not $500, is it.

There's a cab for sale here at TB for $450 in black.
The combo is quite a bit more new.

 

[sissy kathy]

If you're willing to consider the Fender Neo 115, then also take a look at the Fender Rumble 115; it's 1/2 the cost.

 

[svlilioukalani]

Bag End 15D is a great cab and can be found used for $250. The Avatar B115 Cube looks allot like a Bag end and it's $299 new. I would love to hear one.

 

[friendlybass]

Swr son of bertha, got mine for 350, and its 67lbs of goodness.
Alternatively I'm huge fan of the new fender rumble 115's, half the weight and within your budget!

 

[99Z3]

Yeah.,. that was what I was going to suggest. Rumble 115 cab..

Swr son of bertha, got mine for 350, and its 67lbs of goodness.
Alternatively I'm huge fan of the new fender rumble 115's, half the weight and within your budget!