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If anyone would like to speak to WoT about a trial of the 12/6 in Newcastle area, then I'm happy to pass it on etc. I've had a great time using it. Fantastic cab. If I didn't buy the Genz NX cab in the sale I'd be seriously looking into a TKS.

To be honest, I've played a few P basses with very strong E strings, aggressive A strings, and weak D and G strings. Could be anything, but it is not just about the Stingray!

If a 2x12 isn't enough, then I wouldn't suggest just another singular 2x12 (+ whatever). I would suggest more speakers. Genz currently have a sale on at GAK. I would get another GB 2x12 if your amp will run to 2 ohms.

[quote name='CamdenRob' timestamp='1383896953' post='2270434'] Can't seem to find the bit where you put the code in.... Maybe I'll give them a ring later. [/quote] Right near the end of the checkout. Ordered mine last night. My last Rqosolid cover was superb!

The GAK demos make it sound awful...but not as bad as the Coronado II.

http://amplifiercoversonline.com/zencart/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=107_28&products_id=3846

Guys, Roqsolid have responded. There is already 9% off on their site AND...we get an extra 6% taking it to 15%. Great service as usual. They have asked me to post the discount code (case sensitive): [b]NX2-212T[/b]

[quote name='stingrayPete1977' timestamp='1383831656' post='2269701'] The fet channel on the 9.2 max is brilliant too, that's something the streamliner hadn't got, all the Genz heads have a place even the 3.0 is a great head as a super tiny spare with a di too. [/quote] I've heard rumours the 3.0 may well may a come back with Fender.

[quote name='CamdenRob' timestamp='1383830505' post='2269680'] I'm getting more tempted by the minute.... that 12.2 looks superb, with the valve channel and the FET channel and the ability to blend the two. Have you tried one? Right must actually do some work today instead of coming on here and buying Genz stuff from GAK... who started this thread? its all your fault... [/quote] I have a Max 9.2 otherwise I would have opted for the 12.2. Really flexible super cool amps IMO. Every feature/EQ knob is actually worthwhile. Come to think of it...now I'm tempted for a Max 12.2 ARGHHHHH

[quote name='CamdenRob' timestamp='1383827606' post='2269600'] Thanks gents that's reassuring, the STM600 looks about right for my needs... Although I'm fighting the urge not to order the 12.2 and another one of the remaining NX2-212s... in reality I'm unlikely to ever need that much power. Cheers [/quote] I had the same thought. I'm actually more keen on the Uber 15 setup.

[quote name='leroydiamond' timestamp='1383827908' post='2269607'] Very interesting. I am tempted to go for a streamliner or shuttle to go with the cab. Which would you or anyone else here suggest I should snap up?. I play in a classic rock covers band and either use a Sadowsky J bass or a Fender pre cbs jazz [/quote] Streamliner - Warm, thick tone. It has a very nice high end, the sparkle is there but its warm! It's a very classic tone. Set flat, the bass is quite huge, and the mids need a bump. But bass at 10 and mids at 2 and its stunning. Really nice. It can also do extremely loud clean tube tone, and you can add grit if you want it. Shuttle/Shuttlemax - Clear, precise, more 'flat'. Very modern. It will warm up, but its much more quick and modern sounding. Lot's of detail. At the current prices I'd get a Streamliner 900, Max 9.2 or Shuttle 9.2. Mark @ BD has the Max 9.2 and it is a very cool amp. Ultra flexible. It won't however have the warmth of heft of the Streamliner.

[quote name='leroydiamond' timestamp='1383823672' post='2269528'] I was really close to ordering the Bergantino CN212. Some say it has the edge over the Genz Benz, but I cannot imagine this edge being worth an extra £571! [/quote] Berg cabs have an excellent reputation, and although tonally I don't think the pevious AE212 was for me, (very wide modern tone, lots of low end, polite mids) the CN212 seems to be a very very well regarded cabinet. It will be the highest quality, and is 1lb lighter than the NX2 212 T. As you say, the Berg cabs are a lot more money, and boutique in a sense. The Bergs will hold their value pretty well, and the Genz will probably sell for more once the sale is over. BTW - Do not worry about the warranty. They are not allowed to sell the units without a warranty. Genz are serviced by Fender UK. Genz are no more, but the key staff are apparently working inside Fender on new amps. You can also still contact the Genz staff on Talkbass. If I was looking for a new amp, I'd snap up a Streamliner 900, Shuttlemax 9.2, Shuttle 9.2, or the Shuttlemax 12.2. I have two Genz amps which luckily were very low priced, so I haven't lost out. The warranty issue is exactly the same as if you bought a different brand, eg Aguilar. UK service centres will deal with it.

The bizarre thing is, I was very patient with buying a neo 212, and I did a lot of research around it. This cab consistently gets good reviews, its light, its high end, and its well engineered. I was so close to ordering the older NeoX model, then they changed to Faital drivers, then I again almost ordered. I was incredibly patient, then this!

Re: Roqsolid, I'm hoping they just provide a discount code (PLEASE ) for as and when we want to order.

[quote name='leroydiamond' timestamp='1383821724' post='2269473'] This is a great idea. However GAK do not actually have the cabs in their warehouse yet. Ok, all should be good to go by the end of next week according to GAK, but you never know. I would prefer to wait until I actually have the cab in my possession, then get the cover. Just wondering would Bassdirect/The Bass Gallery match the price that GAK are offering these cabs for? [/quote] I guess it depends if Fender offered to sell them at the cheap price they did to GAK. GAK are a huge buyer, so probably get massive discounts. It DOES make you wonder how much these actually cost in labour/parts to make. It also makes you not want to spend £1000 on a cab ever again. The Faital drivers in this cab are pretty expensive! I'm guessing somewhere along the line someone is potentially losing money, but selling a LOT of stock to clear up.

I've emailed Roqsolid, pointed them to this thread/the offer, and asked if they can offer a discount if we all start ordering.

I've not owned, and I doubt I will own, an old bass. My first decent bass was a Fender Precision White/Tort/Rosewood, 1995 ish, MIJ. It was one of the Reissue 62 models. Nice bass, started my enjoyment of P basses, but made me also think the P bass tone was a little bland sometimes. At the time, they weren't fashionable, (although P basses are always popular) and no-one seemed to be raving about a P bass with flats like they do now. Everyone still raves on that MIJ basses have a certain quality that cannot be beaten, a bit like the whole market on the JV Squier basses. It was a good bass. Very good for the money. Better than a modern American Standard? No. It made me realise how simple a P bass is. No manufacturer should be charging £3000+ for a modern P bass, no matter what. It's a really simple bolt on design. I do understand how the desire for these vintage basses works, especially the early Fenders, but if it comes down to it, I can pretty much guarantee that a modern American Standard P bass, with old flats, the right setup, and a more vintage flavoured amp will get the same tone. Even just using a VT bass pedal will get you close!

[quote name='Conan' timestamp='1383813649' post='2269328'] 2 now... [/quote] Very wise! I've just thought of something, we could potentially group order a load of NX2 212T covers from Roqsolid...they are about £50.00 normally.

[quote name='brensabre79' timestamp='1383748311' post='2268505'] Well they can't win really. At this price lots of people will just walk away, myself included. At £1,200 they could well sell a lot more, so reduce the price by ordering more. [/quote] Agreed on this.

They should just sell direct to the shops and cut out one more level of profit.

Hahah! It's like the Tecamp sale from 2010 or whenever it was all over again.

Get two and the Max 12.2? Seriously....you can't buy many low end budget cabs for this price !

[quote name='wateroftyne' timestamp='1383675785' post='2267560'] LOL @ MESA. They're out of their minds. [/quote] Agreed. No chance.

Just arrived. Absolutely brand spanking new. Bulletproof packing by Genz (massive padding inside). Still sealed in a bag with a big box full of packing. EXTREMELY impressed. This is the bass bargain of 2013. You couldn't buy a decent 1x12 for this. I was going to spend £1000 on a Berg but now, I've spent just more than a third and got the same type of cab. Excellent construction, really thick tolex, the handles are actually well placed, and very very easy to move. I sold my Tecamp M212 bargain a few years back and regretted it for a long time. I agree, once these are gone the price second hand won't be affected. This is staying with me. Perfect 4 ohm/2x12 lightweight cab. Trust me. Do whatever you can, whack it on a 0% credit card...its worth it.

I noticed this a few weeks back. Hopefully have some bits coming today. I am very tempted by an Uber 115 x 2 setup.