Alec

Shouldn't really be a surprise. While it's all very well to have "every amp ever made" in the studio, who really needs that out gigging. Most are happy with a preferred amp, and then all the FX they need into that. As for the "harsh/thin/digital sound described, most guitarists in particular are used to hearing their amp pointing at their ears. Hearing the equivalent of it mic'd through a monitor will sound harsh by comparison, but that's the difference between the massive low-pass effect of listening to an already directional cab off-axis and hearing what it actually sounds like. Not to mention the fact that a close mic'd cab will sound more "harsh". They should try putting their ears by the speakers - they'll hear a *completely" different tone.

I finally acquired one of these years ago, having lusted after them when they were first released. Never really loved the sound, hated the weight. What a relief when I finally shifted it for some better sounding lightweight kit (Genz Benz STL-10T driven by TC RH450) Never looked back...

Next thing is 2.5 Vs 4mm cable?? 😩🤔 That is correct - 2 core is what you need. FYI, bi-amping is where you have two amps. Typically, but not always, one driving low frequency drivers, the other driving high frequency drivers. 4 core speaker cables allow you to feed both amplified signals with a single cable. As with most things, a quick google will explain things in more depth if you're bothered. While there's no harm in using 4mm cable, it may make you feel more of a man. However, 2.5mm would be ample. Net power loss will be minimal, as the cable is so short (presumably sub 1m) This page explains in more detail, along with a cable size calculator tool.

Sorry, I replaced my Trace 1210 4x10 combo for something better and lighter - a complete win.

I had the same amp for about 20 years - loved the sound, but hated ever moving it. My revelation was a kitshare with someone who had a GenzBenz 2x12 cab plus light head, and which sounded fantastic. Within a week, I'd been out shopping and bought similar. Much louder/better than the Trace combo, and easily transportable. Never looked back. So pleased to move the old Trace combo on...

Pretty much all the suggestions made are positive and can work. The problem is that only you know and understand the situation you're looking to work this in. So many variables - Pub gigs still vary from PA for vocals only and minimal monitoring - all the way up to fully mic'd and in-ears for everyone. With or without sound man. With or without subs. Crappy PA or decent PA. What do you really want to hear in monitors - just "me" or a full/partial mix. Also, how much sound experience/capability the band has. Are they disciplined with onstage sound or loudness competition warriors. Combo, PA speaker, in-ears - all valid, but some may not be suitable for your setup. The only real steer I'm getting from you is that you fancy a combo for home practice so, unless money/space is endless...

Just be warned, the DI20 is possibly one of the nastiest bits of audio kit in existance. A pure white noise generator, disguised as a DI box. £20 for a dual DI - this product proved the mantra "too good to be true"...

I never understand why people ask questions like this without saying what kit they're using - it makes any meaningful answer impossible. (Subtle hint to the OP, a bit more info would help!)

This - more than you could possibly imagine!

My RH450 is a better fit on my Genz Benz STL-10T. I love the fact that when I'm out and about with my bass, amp & cab, the heaviest item is the bass....

I'm agreed on this being the best starting point. Yes, of course it's not really flat. If it helps satisfy pedentry, how about "default" or "zeroed"?

Just stop and consider the PA systems you find in A-list gigs these days, in theatres/arenas/stadia/festivals - pretty much all of them (D&B Audiotechnik, L'Acoustics, Clair Bros and so on) are powered by Class D amps. And I don't think you can ever claim they lack grunt...

Ever think to RTFM? I was always rather mystified why they went headphones only for the aux input. Reading the above again, I realise that it does at least mean that you can listen to the source in stereo.

Heavy - that is all...

Quite! Speakons are very eaily servicable. Most likely, you'll open it up and one of the conductors has come loose from its screw terminal. Total time for fix, under 2 mins...