Gary Williams Posted November 3, 2012 Share Posted November 3, 2012 (edited) With a heavy heart I have to move this on even though it ticks all the boxes for my perfect bass cab. [size=3][i](I know people say "with a heavy heart" all the time but I know once I sell this I'll never be able to get another one as they seem pretty rare second hand)[/i][/size] Recently bought a Mesa 1516 cab which also ticks the all boxes and equally as sublime (albeit a bit heavier) so one really has to go...... I bought this last year second-hand from GAK in Brighton - it was pretty much as new and still had all the stickers etc on. So I estimate this is around 2 years old at worst. Serial No: 0001831 This model was superseded by the Powerhouse 1200 cab which however seems to be identical (but apparently with 200 watt increased headroom - like it needs it!!) Strangely even Mesa haven't updated their website to the 1200 model so here's the spec on the Powerhouse 1000 from the Mesa website: [url="http://www.mesaboogie.com/Product_Info/Bass_Cabs/PowerhouseCABS/PHbass1000-LG.htm"]link here >[/url] Performance Features:[list] [*]1000 Watts RMS [*]8 or 4 Ohms(Standard) [b](Mine is 4 ohms)[/b] [*]1x15 & 4x10 Custom PowerHouse™ Bass Speakers [*]Custom Mesa Neodymium High Frequency Horn [*]Exclusive Tuned Front Ported “Tri-Port” Design [*]Player Control Network™ featuring: Selectable 3-point Crossover (3k/4k/5k), Premium Horn Attenuator, Instant Reset Horn Protection, Speakon & ¼” Inputs AND Outputs [/list] Standard Finish & Legendary MESA Quality Construction:[list] [*]Black Bronco Vinyl [*]Premium AA Marine Grade Baltic Birch Cabinet w/Aviation Style Bracing for Superior Strength & Reduced Weight [*]Choice of Heavy Duty, [b]Black (standard[/b]) or Silver Metal Grille [*]Tilt & Roll™ Transport System w/Rear Glide Rails [*]Recessed Metal Handles [*]Lexan Corners [*]Slip Cover [b](Mine comes with heavy duty cover not the standard "Made by Durex" version )[/b] [/list] [b]DIMENSIONS:[/b] 36-3/4in H 24-1/2in W 19-3/4in D 93.35cm H 62.23cm W 50.17cm D No weight spec on Mesa site but Thomann site says 62KG I really cannot fault this cab - bombproof, tone to die for, headroom in spades. Only criticism is it is quite heavy but I have learnt this is a necessary evil if I want bass nirvana / perfection but that is whole different debate for somewhere else on here :0) However this fits on the back seat of my car and is pretty easy to load in. It has wheels on the back so tilt and roll! Due to the weight this has to be pick up only unless someone knows a friendly courier or can afford the shipping costs/hassle. I am based in West Sussex about 20 minutes from Gatwick Airport. [b]Please NO TRADES as I have too much gear already hence this sale.[/b] It is pretty much in as new condition - the bronco vinyl is immaculate but the plastic corners have a few scuffs and scratches. As I mention above this also has the "heavy duty" slip cover which also helps. The Bass Gallery has this new at £1529.00 and Thomann at £1645.00. I am selling this for [b]£825.00 picked up [/b]from West Sussex Now the pics: Edited November 3, 2012 by Gary Williams Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gary Williams Posted November 5, 2012 Author Share Posted November 5, 2012 Monday morning bump Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
longtimefred Posted November 5, 2012 Share Posted November 5, 2012 i so wish i could get this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
charic Posted November 5, 2012 Share Posted November 5, 2012 I want to lay on this and play notes to see if I float Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
longtimefred Posted November 5, 2012 Share Posted November 5, 2012 im gonna win the lottery this week so i will give you a call on thursday Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gary Williams Posted November 5, 2012 Author Share Posted November 5, 2012 Best cab I've had so far along with the 1516.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CHRISDABASS Posted November 6, 2012 Share Posted November 6, 2012 I user to have the road ready version of this! It was AMAZING!! I miss it!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slap_it_hard Posted November 6, 2012 Share Posted November 6, 2012 Awesome... Just can't get it in the car with a Double Bass! good luck! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gary Williams Posted November 6, 2012 Author Share Posted November 6, 2012 Thanks Slap It Hard. Good name :0) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cetera Posted November 7, 2012 Share Posted November 7, 2012 Have a bump mate! For anyone who's interested I can confirm that having heard this cab in action it is stunning! In fact, if I wasn't downsizing my cabs (hence my recent Berg NV610 sale) I would have been all over this! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gary Williams Posted November 8, 2012 Author Share Posted November 8, 2012 Topical going to see Skyfall type bump... If James Bond played bass, I bet he'd have one of these Mesa cabs! (possibly with as few gadgets added) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gary Williams Posted November 10, 2012 Author Share Posted November 10, 2012 Bump for the weekend! If it helps I could meet up somewhere within reasonable distance to hand over / deliver :0) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HotelEcho Posted November 10, 2012 Share Posted November 10, 2012 I'd have this in a second if I had the cash. Have a bump instead... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gary Williams Posted November 12, 2012 Author Share Posted November 12, 2012 Thanks HotelEcho - it is amazing! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gary Williams Posted November 14, 2012 Author Share Posted November 14, 2012 No Mesa Boogie love? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
longtimefred Posted November 14, 2012 Share Posted November 14, 2012 still waiting for my lotto win..... or a swap for my matamp and a pack of jaffa cakes! lol. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xzantes Posted November 16, 2012 Share Posted November 16, 2012 PM'd! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gary Williams Posted November 18, 2012 Author Share Posted November 18, 2012 Sold subject to the usual :0) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gary Williams Posted November 28, 2012 Author Share Posted November 28, 2012 Now sold! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Xzantes Posted November 28, 2012 Share Posted November 28, 2012 happy customer! very happy with her and she will be looked after =) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
x_Morning_Star_x Posted December 1, 2012 Share Posted December 1, 2012 Beauty of a cab! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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