Mr Fudge Posted January 23, 2009 Share Posted January 23, 2009 I have he SA450 MB head that I am currently running through my old Ashdown 4x10. Potentially I may be part ex-ing and getting a decent deal on a 4x10 markbass cab. I have read all the threads about mark bass and some of the indifference to the cabs from people who have used other higher end cabs. My problem is that I dont have time to try some of the more illustrious cabs mentioned here. Even in Birmingham its Trace and Ashdown et al and I am reluctant to buy blind even with all the knowledgeable input here. Is it worth a punt on the markbass 4x10? Will it make a huge difference from my Ashdown 4x10. I wouldn't get to know until I gig it, even if I do crank it up in the shop. Cheers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Marcus Posted January 23, 2009 Share Posted January 23, 2009 I owned a MarkBass Rig... SA450 410 & 115 loads of volume which is impressive as hell initially, just found the sound really hollow and lacking any weight and presence in a band situation. I'd say there are better options in the 410 market (IMHO) to partner the excellent head you have. I guess you've got to ask what's wrong (if anything) with your current amp/cab set up, the MB cab will sound different to your Ashdown, but you may not like it..... Is it change for the sake of a good deal ? if so..... consider it carefully, there may be better ways to spend your hard earned ATB Mark Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Adee Posted January 23, 2009 Share Posted January 23, 2009 Which of the 4x10 cabs are you looking at? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Fudge Posted January 23, 2009 Author Share Posted January 23, 2009 [quote name='Marcus' post='389405' date='Jan 23 2009, 10:56 AM']I owned a MarkBass Rig... SA450 410 & 115 loads of volume which is impressive as hell initially, just found the sound really hollow and lacking any weight and presence in a band situation. I'd say there are better options in the 410 market (IMHO) to partner the excellent head you have. I guess you've got to ask what's wrong (if anything) with your current amp/cab set up, the MB cab will sound different to your Ashdown, but you may not like it..... Is it change for the sake of a good deal ? if so..... consider it carefully, there may be better ways to spend your hard earned ATB Mark[/quote] Cheers Marcus, what did you go for? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Fudge Posted January 23, 2009 Author Share Posted January 23, 2009 [quote name='Adee' post='389408' date='Jan 23 2009, 10:57 AM']Which of the 4x10 cabs are you looking at?[/quote] Not sure. What's the difference. All I know is that it is 8ohms. Cheers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Fudge Posted January 23, 2009 Author Share Posted January 23, 2009 As a footnote, I considered in the past adding another 2x10 ashdown. I would always have the option of a smaller rig in small pubs and a lot more capacity in bigger venues. Cheers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bass_ferret Posted January 23, 2009 Share Posted January 23, 2009 How far is West Bromwich from Bass Direct? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mr Fudge Posted January 23, 2009 Author Share Posted January 23, 2009 I think its in Leamington Spa. Not that far. Im going to have to make some time I think. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bass_ferret Posted January 23, 2009 Share Posted January 23, 2009 Sounds like a plan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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