Smash Posted November 13, 2010 Share Posted November 13, 2010 Hey, not sure this has been asked before I couldn't see it, but what do you think would be better: Markbass 102p with 102hf Markbass 102p with 151 Traveller TC Electronics RS210 with RS210 TC Electronics RS210 with RS112 They would be run using a Markbass LMK Has anyone got any of these combinations? Would love to know what they sound like. also the TC Electronics RS112 is only rated at 200 watts is this ok to run at volume with the RS210, I mean would it just give out? Thankyou kindly Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
neilb Posted November 13, 2010 Share Posted November 13, 2010 TC cabs all the way. MB cabs are arse. Ive used both. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Opticaleye Posted November 13, 2010 Share Posted November 13, 2010 [quote name='neilb' post='1022629' date='Nov 13 2010, 05:11 PM']MB cabs are arse. Ive used both.[/quote] I have the dual ported STD 102hf and 102p combination. Great full range sound and very loud. Cured my Amp/cab gas since 2005 ! Definitely not arse. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
xgsjx Posted November 13, 2010 Share Posted November 13, 2010 I'd try both & see what you like as it's gonna be down to personal taste. I love the sound of the MB cabs but I haven't tried TC before. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pietruszka Posted November 14, 2010 Share Posted November 14, 2010 Personal taste. Try as many as you can. Ive tried MB and TC, didnt like the TC at all, the Mb cabs are excellent, and again definitely not arse. Its going to be what works for your playing, and for me the MB cabs work best. Dan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lojo Posted November 14, 2010 Share Posted November 14, 2010 I use the Rh450 with a Rs212 which is really good, I add the 210 for some gigs now, but the 212 alone is great for what I do I think you will find good and bad views on both the mark bass and the TC stuff, having also own a mark bass head (not cabs) and judging by the range of players who use both makes, I don't think either can be judged as awful But clearly, there is no one who can say the you would love or hate either, as this stuff does seem to be very personal (unless your talking ashdown mag ) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smash Posted November 14, 2010 Author Share Posted November 14, 2010 Thanks guys, have read loads up on both now and seem to feel maybe a TC Electronics RS210 and a RS112 would suit my needs for different types of gigging situations. just hope the 112 at 200 watts will be ok with the LMK if pushed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Musicman20 Posted November 14, 2010 Share Posted November 14, 2010 Id definitely say the tone from the TC cabs is more pleasing, and more what id expect from a cabinet. Still lightish and a good price. The Markbass cabs are very expensive IMO, but the NY122 is a nice cabinet. Im not totally sold on the sound. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smash Posted November 14, 2010 Author Share Posted November 14, 2010 I have owned a Markbass 102hf but this was 6 years ago and It was part swap for my accugroove tri210 now that was a cab, I think I found it lacking in warmth but wished I could have tested it again now. Still think the TC is the way I will go. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rumble Posted November 14, 2010 Share Posted November 14, 2010 I always find these discussions interesting, but without some folks trying to describe and qualify 'tone' it just becomes a bit of a personal taste recommendations thread, which doesn't really tell anyone what the key differences are between the cabs. Does anyone wish to step out and explain how TC is [u]different [/u]to MB rather than just saying it's better or worse - more mids, less low end, 'boxy' or open ......??? Anyone? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Musicman20 Posted November 14, 2010 Share Posted November 14, 2010 (edited) The TC cabs have a 'sweet' high end. Nothing harsh or ganky...I hate piercing highs so the TC cabs work well for me. Tight but full lows, punchy mids, lovely sweet high end. I fiddled with my rs212 HF this evening, and even with the HF control at full whack, it wasn't that horrible cheap ganky high end sound. The Markbass cabs are very well made, light, great spec, and quite middy in nature. Edited November 15, 2010 by Musicman20 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Low End Bee Posted November 15, 2010 Share Posted November 15, 2010 (edited) I use an RS112 with an RS210. It copes well with the not very quiet 500W Terror Bass. The 1x12 acts like a sub. I love these cabs. It's great on it's own for rehearsals too. I rarely get past no. 3 on the dial as people generally like to hear the rest of the band too. As to sound. To my ears I found the TC warmer and less hi-fi sounding than the MB ones. I like an old school sound so they were spot on for me. Maybe the MB ones would be better if you want to sound a bit more modern? Edited November 15, 2010 by Low End Bee Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smash Posted November 15, 2010 Author Share Posted November 15, 2010 [quote name='Low End Bee' post='1024595' date='Nov 15 2010, 01:33 PM']I use an RS112 with an RS210. It copes well with the not very quiet 500W Terror Bass. The 1x12 acts like a sub. I love these cabs. I rarely get past no. 3 on the dial as people like to hear the rest of the band too.[/quote] That's basically what I wanted to hear, I like the idea that the 12 fattens the sound out, expenditure before Christmas not good but an excuse for a birthday treat priceless. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Musicman20 Posted November 15, 2010 Share Posted November 15, 2010 (edited) TC might be 'flavour' of the month, I agree, but they are MILES ahead of Line 6. They are hugely respected for high end recording gear, and as per the reviews I read before I bought one, they are the first company to make a 'warm/tube' sounding digital amp. Totally exceeded my expectations...totally...hence I bought the gear Markbass is great, btw, VERY nice gear and well made. Not 100% sold on the cabs as yet. Edited November 15, 2010 by Musicman20 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
woodster Posted November 15, 2010 Share Posted November 15, 2010 [quote name='pietruszka' post='1023269' date='Nov 14 2010, 11:32 AM']Personal taste. Try as many as you can. Ive tried MB and TC, didnt like the TC at all, the Mb cabs are excellent, and again definitely not arse. Its going to be what works for your playing, and for me the MB cabs work best. Dan[/quote] +1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charic Posted November 15, 2010 Share Posted November 15, 2010 [quote name='Musicman20' post='1024637' date='Nov 15 2010, 01:56 PM']TC might be 'flavour' of the month, I agree, but they are MILES ahead of Line 6. They are hugely respected for high end recording gear, and as per the reviews I read before I bought one, they are the first company to make a 'warm/tube' sounding digital amp. Totally exceeded my expectations...totally...hence I bought the gear Markbass is great, btw, VERY nice gear and well made. Not 100% sold on the cabs as yet.[/quote] A very large +1, I'm also a huge fan of Line6 by the way however they are leagues apart (as demonstrated in the prices!) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
30507090 Posted November 16, 2010 Share Posted November 16, 2010 It's essential to try kit out and judge by your ears. Untried the tc rh450 and felt it was real nothing special. I use the MK500 and felt the tc does not have the magic aura sound wise that the mk500 delivers. To mis/'re-quote' mark: my ears did not find hectic sound 'so alive/dynamic'. Btw I love tc effects kit - I've used a g system with bass for around 3 years! It is phenomenal. It's worth noting that markbass do a very wide selection of amps and cabs. I was blown away by the combination of a mb tube 800 with two NY604 cabs - incredible! Better than average sounding mb 410 / 210 cabs etc... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jonunders Posted November 19, 2010 Share Posted November 19, 2010 i use an LMIII and a barefaced compact cab, works for me Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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