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I have a Spector CRFM 5 from about 2000 year - predates the Euro LX. I have a U-retro fitted which works a treat and gives the bass the controls you want and more plus a fantastic range of control over the sounds. Highly recommended. Got the gold knobs to match the other hardware too. Looks a treat. Frank

I use one of those green bags from Auto Glym. They come filled with bottles of car polish etc as a little car cleaning kit. LM II fits perfectly and there are internal nets for leads plus an external pouch. Very snug fit, good protection and cheap - especially if you're buying the contents anyway. Frank

I'm no expert here but I would have thought that the 1 x 12 traveller would be perfect. Also note that Markbass are ntroducing a smaller 1 x 12 in September? specifically to use with the cmd121P but it might also suit you with the cmd121H. Frank

Talking about voltage is one thing but remember US frequency is 60 HZ and UK is 50 HZ. Transformers will not change the frequency. I've worked with this stuff (50/60Hz) for 30 years and I don't recommend using gear designed for 60Hz on a 50 HZ supply. I won't go into the technicalities here but I can tell you that working life is likely to be shortened if the supply frequency isn't changed to suit the equipment. Some gear is rated 50/60HZ. If this is the case then you're OK. Frank

I own a 121P combo, plus a LMII and have used a pair of 2 x 10 travellers and before that a 151 with a 2 x 10. But it's the combos you're interested in so for what it's worth, this thing is very loud and quite deep for the size. It does handle a B string OK. I wouldn't really want to exagerate and mislead you but I use it on its own for pub gigs with a fairly loud drummer in a 5 piece band and it copes OK IMO. Having said that, I intend to buy another 12" cab for a "bigger" sound but I'm thinking I'll wait until later this year as Markbass are bringing out a mini 12 cab to match the 121P mini combo. Thsi should be a really lightweight and powerful rig. It would seem that not everyone likes the sound of the Markbass cabs. Having owned 4 of them I love the sound but, of course, it's very subjective. Hope this helps. Frank

[quote name='chris_b' post='222784' date='Jun 20 2008, 11:43 AM']Front ported are larger than rear ported and they are both larger than the Travellers. I wouldn't buy Markbass cabs but I guess if you do, you would want the front ported cab as they are larger, meaning you'd get a better tone due to te size.[/quote] Markbass traveller cabs are rear ported and very loud and deep for their size and light weight. Frank

What seems to be coming across here is that we must distinguish facts from opinions. And then make informed choices. I really do appreciate the input from Bill, Alex and bassferret and others and they have all been most generous in their giving of good technical input. So, thanks to you all. Frank

Having previously used a matched pair of Markbass 2 x 10 cabs I can confirm that two identical cabs sound great together. That is the reason for my original question. I had doubts about using a MB 1 x 15 with my MB 1 x 12 cobmo. I think I'll probably buy another MB 1 x 12 cab. Thanks for all the input. Frank

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Firstly, title typo has been fixed. Thanks for pointing that out. Feel a bit stupid ! Thanks for all who replied - lots of interesting input. My gut feeling was to go with buying a new 12" to match the 12" combo. In the past I had a pair of Markbass 2 x 10s which I stacked vertically for a small footprint four speakers high and the sound was superb. Sold the pair due to new car with tiny boot. I was hoping that I might get away with using the 15" to save money on buying more gear when I'm actually trying to reduce !! Looks like more household clutter is on the way. Frank

Well, I'm generally not keen on recommending gear because it's all so subjective. But I also use a Schroeder 1212L and for me, it's an excellent gigging cab for all venues that I play which is the usual pubs, clubs and hotels and one outdoor gig. Not everyone likes the tone but I have to say that I love it. It's a pleasure to be able to hear yourself and the tone cuts through the mix like nothing else that I have used. You can also hear all your mistakes exceptionally well which is a mixed blessing...... As always, best to try before you buy IMO. Frank

Speaker size, I mean... I have a Markbass 121 combo as my practice, rehearsal and small gig setup. This little combo is very loud and deep for its size and I love the Markbass sound. I'm thinking about buying another Markbass 121 cab for use in larger venues. Question is this... I have a Markbass 151 (15") traveller cab and I'm wondering if there is a good reason to buy another 121 cab? Would I have any advantage sound-wise using a pair of 12" cabs? Or would the combo with the 15" cab be similar? I think there is some technical reason for using the same size speakers together? Bit of a silly question I know, but any thoughts and advice gratefully received. Frank

I bought a Spector CRFM 5 through-neck for much less than your budget and it's a superb bass. I also have a Warwick Streamer LX4, excellent as well in a different way. I wouldn't like to say Warwick make a better bass than Spector or vice versa - they are just different. Certainly try first, but buying a used Warwick can make you big savings, especially in the present depressed market. Personally, I also like modern Warwicks (although I tried my very first Warwick in about 1989ish and fell in love immediately) and wouldn't write them off without trying for yourself. Frank