BassBod

If you can budget for two 10's then that's the most flexible option..and not driving is the clincher. I had 2xcxl10s and 1xcxl12..pretty much the same options but in the older heavier series. I used a single10 a lot, for smaller (no drums) gigs. For the best sound I used the single 12.....but the 2x10 cabs together were amazing and still broke down into a very small and portable amount of kit. The only issue was the weight of those cabs (around 34lbs each). Footnote - I've recently changed to a single Barefaced Midget (with EA Micro) and am very happy. With amp, its lighter than a GK Micro combo....but sounds so much bigger than it is.

I've used the older cxl110/12 speakers a lot..so I would hazard the following thoughts. If weight (and size) is a priority, and you don't need to be loud then the wizzy 10 will cover a lot of smaller gigs. But the Mline 12 will win every time on sound. I'd go for the MLine12, unless I was looking for an ultra portable setup..and usually playing in small group/acoustic situations.

They look very good for the cash - wish I had some! Nice work.

I'll see what's happening...great idea, for a great (and missed) character.....

I've bought one in the meantime..so please leave me out...or sub another Bristolian in.... BB

Yes - purchased straight from Alex Claber. For what its worth, I really rate the Euphonic Audio cabs, their performance is extraordinary. But, the older CXL series I used were pretty heavy and I was very disappointed by the lack of support (ie spares/replacement drivers) once they stopped making a particular model. Probably not unusual, and not very different to other makers I know...but they are very expensive. Also the transmission line cabs seem to limit the range of alternative drivers that can be used successfully. If sound alone was the issue, I probably would have gone for an Acme B1...but they weigh as much as my EACXLs. The Barefaced Midget ticked the right boxes...and I'm happy with it.

I've only used it with my Clifton EUB to date (realist pickup...pretty dark sound) but it works very well. Much bigger sound than a GK MB combo. I've also used it a lot with a Jazz bass fitted with black nylon flats and bridge mutes, which is about as close as a plank can get to a double. Very good indeed - articulate seems a good description. The light weight is wonderful, and it is small for a 1x12. Looks a bit homemade, but seems durable enough with Roqsolid cover (not supplied). It did sound a bit "tight" or stiff at first, but I noticed more low end after a week or two...I'm guessing the speaker broke in. I like the lack of tweeter, as I can't hear any amp hiss. Only one caution - it distorted straight out of the box and had to be returned. Problem seemed to be poor connections on the inside at the input socket - I feel lucky my amp didn't suffer any damage. It was sorted out quickly, with no hassle....but does worry me slightly about the long term durability.

I've heard a lot of good things about the Ten2...but not heard one yet. I recently moved to a EA Micro and Barefaced Midget - very happy with the results for both plank and EUB. I previously used a EA500 with a single or pair of CXL110s. The new set up almost matches the performance of both CXL110 used together...but weighs about a third.

Recently bought a fantastic gig-bag from Phil - easy transaction and great communication. Packaging was first class, and kept my four year old son playing happily for at least two hours! Got anything else under the bed??? BB

If I lived 100 miles closer I'd be there.....

[quote name='cocco' post='1085158' date='Jan 11 2011, 09:01 AM']Looks like something a child drew in a maths book.[/quote] And that's a bad thing??

Euphonic Audio - the eq really isn't complicated! Look out for a used iamp 800. I used the 500 for a few years with great results, and never felt it lacked anything - just lets your bass sound like it does.

I've had this on a few basses - to be honest, I wouldn't do it again. There is often a big difference in the output between series (louder and darker) and parallel (lower output brighter sound). Nothing you can't work around, but I wouldn't go drilling holes without hearing it. I prefer the series sound in most basses. Most of my experiences have been with Kent Armstrong humbuckers - J sized pickups may give better results, but I'd expect them to be pretty much the same. Edit - just realized you're talking about running a pair of pickups (single coil?) in ser/par rather than switching the internal wiring of each pickup - ignore the above!

A budget option would be Picato nickels - very nice strings for the cash. They are not quite as bouncy as Sunbeams, but sound warm and balanced. Made in South Wales and can be had on-line for a tenner. Expensive option is R.Cocco nickels - very, very similar feel and slightly brighter sound when new. Just as pricey as DR, but better prices from Thomann (as ever).

The cab in question was/is a single ten, with a co-ax tweeter. My understanding is that the tweeter's impedance isn't as significant as the woofer. I often used a pair of them for louder gigs, hence the problem (I was driving a 2ohm load, rather than the 4ohm I expected from the cabs labelled spec) . I know that speaker impedance isn't a simple given value (varies with frequecy etc) but I was very surprised at the 4 ohm driver....and it explained why the Eden Traveler (older 400w version) complained and overheated! Good to hear the cab is now now performing again, after its dramatic weight loss - they were great cabs, but just too heavy for their size.

Yep - but I didn't find out until a few years later when I sold the cabs on...and one got damaged by a courier. The new owner (here on BC a few weeks ago) took the original driver out, and it was clearly labelled 4 ohm, despite the cab being marked externally as 8 ohm. I have no idea if they still do that..or why they did it (on the CXL series). I replaced the Eden with a EA500, but it was rated to run down to 2ohms anyway. Never even got warm. All I can suggest is look at the speaker inside your cab for makers info..or ask EA?

Sudden battery death in an old Wal ProIIE. Went from normal to dead in about three mins...and taking the (fragile) battery cover off needed a small screwdriver. Eden Traveler amp overheating and cutting out - I've since discovered this was because I was running it at 2ohms, as Euphonic Audio put 8ohm ratings on cabs containing 4ohm speakers. Thanks for that.

Doubt if a Fender will be a good fit, and with aluminium its harder to "fettle" a decent fit and keep it tidy. I think your best bet would be a custom maker (Jeannie in the States...or Sims?). Always worth an email to Lakland first, though?

Wish I hadn't seen that.

I'd go for the Tokai Pbass......sorry, but any Fender that heavy is (for me) a back/shoulder problem waiting to happen. Unless you can sit down for all your gigs.

Just saw your sig list - I use a Clifton EUB as well (Realist p/up) with the Micro, and it works really well. The only issue you might have with the EBS cabs is they suddenly seem very heavy..... For what its worth...I'm not a fan of trying to use mics for acoustic bass on gigs. Its too much hassle, even with a good front end like the Doubler.

I've been using the Micro for a few weeks, in a variety of settings...and I'm very impressed. But its worth remembering the full power rating is at 2 or 4 ohms, not 8 ohms. Its plenty powerful with my Barefaced Midget, and also very loud with a Bag End S15..if you need it to be. Overall tone is neutral, but in a good way and the eq is very musical. If you like to use eq for dramatic changes to the sound of your bass then you probably won't like the on board preamp alone. I love the size and (lack of) weight, and I can even forgive the fan, as it is not intrusive (even in very low volume situations).

Not the doubler - but have got the Micro? What do you need to know?