Dubs Posted September 8, 2008 Share Posted September 8, 2008 Show us your super lightweight, compact and powerful rigs! I’m not discriminating against brands here, anything small and powerful is welcome to join the party Lax criteria; if you think your rig fits into the “lightweight, compact and powerful” category then post a pic, although anything over 100lbs isn’t lightweight I’ll start things rolling with this, my Genz Benz Shuttle 6.0 and Epifani UL310 rig: Weighing in at a total of 50.75lbs (23Kg), it is unbelievably light. The Shuttle 6.0 kicks out 600W @ 4ohms, but the Epifani is a 5.3ohm cab so realistically the max output will be around 500W – 520W (complete guesstimate). The tone is unbelievable for the size and weight of the thing; a smooth and full bottom end with crisp and clear tops, possibly a tendency to exaggerate the mids and sound slightly nasal but this is easily remedied by tweaking the EQ slightly on the amp. My SSI sounds amazing through it. Nice :brow: Show us your lightweight porn... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phil_the_bassist Posted September 9, 2008 Share Posted September 9, 2008 [quote name='benwhiteuk' post='279891' date='Sep 8 2008, 06:26 PM']Show us your super lightweight, compact and powerful rigs! I’m not discriminating against brands here, anything small and powerful is welcome to join the party Lax criteria; if you think your rig fits into the “lightweight, compact and powerful” category then post a pic, although anything over 100lbs isn’t lightweight I’ll start things rolling with this, my Genz Benz Shuttle 6.0 and Epifani UL310 rig: Weighing in at a total of 50.75lbs (23Kg), it is unbelievably light. The Shuttle 6.0 kicks out 600W @ 4ohms, but the Epifani is a 5.3ohm cab so realistically the max output will be around 500W – 520W (complete guesstimate). The tone is unbelievable for the size and weight of the thing; a smooth and full bottom end with crisp and clear tops, possibly a tendency to exaggerate the mids and sound slightly nasal but this is easily remedied by tweaking the EQ slightly on the amp. My SSI sounds amazing through it. Nice :brow: Show us your lightweight porn...[/quote] That's pretty! I want one! Yeah, my cab's not light, not small, but it's got some balls! still...1 outta 3 doesn't count! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steve-soar Posted September 9, 2008 Share Posted September 9, 2008 Ampeg SVT IIP preamp into Bergantino IP310 1000w powered cab, pre = ?, cab = 85lbs, so the Avalon U5 may be for sale. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lukeward2004 Posted September 9, 2008 Share Posted September 9, 2008 Here's Mine: [attachment=13162:01092008088.jpg] AKG WMS 400 Wireless into Bass POD XT Pro, into Aural Exciter, into QSC Poweramp and then pumped out of EPifani UL310. The cab weighs less than the rack does!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steve-soar Posted September 9, 2008 Share Posted September 9, 2008 Oh that's nice. I bet that sounds amazing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
stinson Posted September 9, 2008 Share Posted September 9, 2008 [attachment=13173:P1010046.JPG] Here's mine. Fandabydosy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lukeward2004 Posted September 9, 2008 Share Posted September 9, 2008 [quote name='steve-soar' post='280669' date='Sep 9 2008, 08:38 PM']Oh that's nice. I bet that sounds amazing.[/quote] It does my friend! Ill be bringing it to the SE bash if you can make it? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rich Posted September 10, 2008 Share Posted September 10, 2008 My small gig/rehearsal rig is one Nemesis 1x15 plus my old Hartke 3500 head. Total weight is probably 60ish lbs. I could cut that down drastically if I jobbed the Hart in for something smaller. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Clarky Posted September 10, 2008 Share Posted September 10, 2008 Mine can be seen behind my Fireglo Rick - a Markbass R500 (8 lbs) and an Epifani UL310 (47 lbs), for a grand total of 55 lbs. [attachment=13185:clarky_basss_049.jpg] The Markbass 106HR cab on the right is for bigger gigs or where there is no decent PA. It weighs 71 lbs Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnnylager Posted September 10, 2008 Share Posted September 10, 2008 Top right - beautiful. [quote name='benwhiteuk' post='279891' date='Sep 8 2008, 06:26 PM'][/quote] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bottomfeed Posted September 10, 2008 Share Posted September 10, 2008 (edited) [b]Genz Benz neo-pak & Bergantino AE112's[/b] Edited September 10, 2008 by bottomfeed Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chris_b Posted September 10, 2008 Share Posted September 10, 2008 Thunderfunk, AE210 and AE112 or Ampeg SVT3PRO and Epifani UL410. They all sound so good that some nights it's difficult to decide which one to take! [i]It really is a good time to be a bass player.[/i] Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dubs Posted September 10, 2008 Author Share Posted September 10, 2008 [quote name='johnnylager' post='280853' date='Sep 10 2008, 08:04 AM']Top right - beautiful.[/quote] I’ve got to represent when I’m living so far away …and I also love the random abuse from northerners, that’s the best bit! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dubs Posted September 10, 2008 Author Share Posted September 10, 2008 [quote name='Clarky' post='280851' date='Sep 10 2008, 08:01 AM']Mine can be seen behind my Fireglo Rick - a Markbass R500 (8 lbs) and an Epifani UL310 (47 lbs), for a grand total of 55 lbs. [attachment=13185:clarky_basss_049.jpg] The Markbass 106HR cab on the right is for bigger gigs or where there is no decent PA. It weighs 71 lbs[/quote] Do you know what the differences are between the series 2 and the original UL cabs? Upgraded drivers I would guess? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnnylager Posted September 10, 2008 Share Posted September 10, 2008 (edited) My heart bleeds for you Tell you what mate, I'll look after one if your stuck for room / choice... [quote name='chris_b' post='280990' date='Sep 10 2008, 11:25 AM']Thunderfunk, AE210 and AE112 or Ampeg SVT3PRO and Epifani UL410. They all sound so good that some nights it's difficult to decide which one to take! [i]It really is a good time to be a bass player.[/i] [/quote] Edited September 10, 2008 by johnnylager Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chris_b Posted September 10, 2008 Share Posted September 10, 2008 (edited) [quote name='benwhiteuk' post='281069' date='Sep 10 2008, 01:13 PM']....Do you know what the differences are between the series 2 and the original UL cabs? Upgraded drivers I would guess?....[/quote] Series 1 cabs had B&C speakers, same make as Markbass, then Epifani switched to Eminence. I believe B&C couldn't meet the demand. Now the Series 2 cabs have had to switch from Italian poplar so the weight of the cabs has gone up by about 6llbs. Edited September 10, 2008 by chris_b Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chris_b Posted September 10, 2008 Share Posted September 10, 2008 [quote name='johnnylager' post='281074' date='Sep 10 2008, 01:18 PM']....My heart bleeds for you Tell you what mate, I'll look after one if your stuck for room / choice....[/quote] Yep... I'm as happy as a pig in sh*t these days!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dubs Posted September 10, 2008 Author Share Posted September 10, 2008 [quote name='chris_b' post='281075' date='Sep 10 2008, 01:18 PM']Series 1 cabs had B&C speakers, same make as Markbass, then Epifani switched to Eminence. I believe B&C couldn't meet the demand. Now the Series 2 cabs have had to switch from Italian poplar so the weight of the cabs has gone up by about 6llbs.[/quote] Ahh interesting… Series 1 vs Series 2? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phsycoandy Posted September 10, 2008 Share Posted September 10, 2008 I know uve seen this but u did ask for lightweight porn, Im loving it rather than stack em which looks great, I now place em either side of the drummer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steve-soar Posted September 10, 2008 Share Posted September 10, 2008 [quote name='chris_b' post='280990' date='Sep 10 2008, 11:25 AM']Thunderfunk, AE210 and AE112 or Ampeg SVT3PRO and Epifani UL410. They all sound so good that some nights it's difficult to decide which one to take! [i]It really is a good time to be a bass player.[/i] [/quote]Hot-diggidy-dawg that is sweet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chris_b Posted September 10, 2008 Share Posted September 10, 2008 [quote name='benwhiteuk' post='281082' date='Sep 10 2008, 01:29 PM']....Ahh interesting… Series 1 vs Series 2?....[/quote] Don't know. I've never heard a series 2 cab and I'm afraid I'm not big on analysis anyway. My level of review just about runs to, "I like it cos it sounds great"! You can find details of these cabs on TalkBass. They've been comparing and discussing for at least 12 months! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dubs Posted September 12, 2008 Author Share Posted September 12, 2008 (edited) [quote name='chris_b' post='281328' date='Sep 10 2008, 06:59 PM']Don't know. I've never heard a series 2 cab and I'm afraid I'm not big on analysis anyway. My level of review just about runs to, "I like it cos it sounds great"! You can find details of these cabs on TalkBass. They've been comparing and discussing for at least 12 months![/quote] yeah I don't get on with that forum on a navigational and ease of use aspect, as well as a general dislike of how American it is (adverts every-f***ing-where etc). I've read a bit on the various series 1 vs 2 threads and to be honest I've just wasted about 15 minutes of my life; A lot of people for and against each series for a varying number of reasons. Some people say the series 1 is louder and has a fuller and lower low end, and others are saying exactly the same thing about the series 2 :wacko: It would be great to A/B a series 1 and 2 at one of the bashes… (this is my 1000th post what a sad f***er I am ) Edited September 12, 2008 by benwhiteuk Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bass_ferret Posted September 13, 2008 Share Posted September 13, 2008 If I must! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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lee650 Posted September 14, 2008 Share Posted September 14, 2008 (edited) Hi everyone!! Have recently exchanged my EBS head for an Eden WT 550, so now i have a small head for the first time, its still heavier than most markbass heads mind. Not had a chance to use it in anger yet, but it has a lovely warm sound with enough clarity to cut through when needed. oh and takes up much less room in the car, so i can take the EUB. The mini rig Eden WT 550 & Accugroove tri 110 ( I have two of these cabs so i can get 550 watts at 4ohms, the head can go to 750 watts at 2ohms so ive extra power should i need it) [attachment=13330:P9070002.JPG][attachment=13331:P9070001.JPG] Also both accugroove cabs together, ridiculously light, and sound massive, bit big compared to most neo 10,s as it has a 6" mid driver, but the overall sound isnt far off that of a 2X10. dont have any pics of the eden and both cabs so here,s an old one. [attachment=13333:demi_moores_018.jpg] keep rockin and heres to no chiropractor bills- LEE ps I cant seem to take any photos of my gear without my cats joining in, but as we all know 8 out of 10 cats prefer bass cabs. [/quote] Edited September 14, 2008 by lee650 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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