first play with new Matamp 4x10

[longtimefred]

After picking up my new (to me) Matamp 4x10 "Green" badged cab loaded with the Neo speakers they use (1200w handling!!!) i got round to giving it a kicking last night for the first time.

It was awesome!!! great little cab which is nice n light, portable and fits in my car with the parcel shelf down i couldnt ask for more from a cab this size. It puts out so much air it baffles me. Going from an Ampeg 410HLF with unlimited bottom end, i wasnt expecting this to be anything similar but this pumps out all the bottom i need + more. I can really dial in that Faith no More style clanky sound now which just sounds ultra cool!

I can recommend these to anyone and i wish i had the money to get another to stick on top.

So so glad i didnt go down the lightweight mini amp/cab route. If you want a big sound, get big gear!

Cracking bit of kit.

[MarkG3]

Sounds good mate, never heard of Matamp before you got any pics?

[Cairobill]

Are you using the Trace V4 to drive it?

I'm in the position of picking up a matamp 4X10 and am wondering what amp would best match it. I'm wondering whether a GT200 is a good route or would that be too much?

Cheers

Nick

[Mr. Foxen]

Cab should be happy with a bit more than 200w.

[longtimefred]

yeah I'm using the v4, I haven't tested it til it sounded like it couldn't take any more but sounds like it will be happy with whatever I can throw at it!

id imagine the gt200 would be awesome as they are kinda paired together arnt they.

I like my sound pretty aggressive and this box seems perfect for it.

I will get a pic up shortly as I'm on my mobile and cant upload pics on here.

[Cairobill]

Great to hear, I'm going to pick up one of these cabs then get an amp to drive it. The question is which one....probably best to go with the one it was designed for...hmmm

[longtimefred]

pic as requested in all its glory! Well kind of, as much as it can be sitting in the living room!!!

[umcoo]

Hi Fred,

How heavy is this thing? I've already got a Matamp 2x12, but more cabs never hurt anyone...

[umcoo]

Looks a great rig, by the way!

[Higgie]

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Hi Fred,

How heavy is this thing? I've already got a Matamp 2x12, but more cabs never hurt anyone...
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I would also be interested in finding out the weight of this beast..

[longtimefred]

i'll chuck it on some scales and let you guys know. its pretty darn light I think for a 4x10 caus of the neo drivers. I can 1 hand lift it but as its a cube shape its a bit of a pain. but much easier to lug around compared to my 410hlf and it sounds better!!

will

[longtimefred]

right, just had a check see. A rough weight is between 28-30kg. i couldnt obviously fit the whole thing on and see the readout so i had to support it. Pretty darn light for a 4x10 that is!!

[umcoo]

iiiinnnnnteresting. If memory serves right, my 2x12 is similar to that. Matamps are built like proverbial outhouses! Great cabinet mate. I think it looks great with the V4, but you know it's screaming for a GT200!

[longtimefred]

thanks dude, I just wish I could have a second one but I know it would hardly get used. yeah the gt200 would look good sitting on top but I'm more than happy with the v4. its the best amp I have ever played through. it just sings. maybe one day.... Lol.

[MarkG3]

Looks good mate!