Lightweight cabs - the definitive list (updated)

[Friskydingo]

Every couple of days someone post a topic about 'what lightweight cabs should I get'. So I decided to help people and put up a (almost) complete list of what's about. 

The link below covers the brand, the most popular cab sizes (1x10, 2x10, 1x12, 2x12, 1x15 and 4x10) and NOW EVERY RANGE! 

I've also put Watts and ohm rating in there, as well as tweeter/horn inclusion, just to be extra nice. 

If there's anything missing or incorrect let me know and I'll update it. 

Enjoy! 

*Every current range has been added. Please let me know of any mistakes

**info needed on tweeters functionality, fixed, on/off, multilevel 

https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1GFuEsRKhs0CZcp3GrN_lzr8Ey1uB1YOi32_lS7RoHEQ/edit?usp=drivesdk

Edited August 30, 2021 by Friskydingo
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[obbm]

Sounds interesting but unfortunately "Access Denied"

[Newfoundfreedom]

Same

[warwickhunt]

Ditto

 

[Friskydingo]

Sorry, hopefully I changed permissions and it should work now

[warwickhunt]

Works now. 

 

No TKS on the list?

[Friskydingo]

7 minutes ago, warwickhunt said:

Works now. 

 

No TKS on the list?

I knew I would miss a couple. They're a very niche brand who don't have cabs readily available to try, unlike the other manufacturers. 

But their stuff is light

[scalpy]

Good idea, thank you.

 

db cabs are great, my 110 was brilliant last week for a show, find them here- https://www.db-bass.com

 

British too. 

[spyder]

Fantastic idea.

Thank you for your efforts.

 

[King Tut]

Great work. Maybe add Barefaced Big Baby to the list?

[Friskydingo]

Just now, King Tut said:

Great work. Maybe add Barefaced Big Baby to the list?

I chose the lightest 1x12 they have, which I did for every brand. I didn't want to add every model or range, or this list would get ridiculously long

[King Tut]

2 minutes ago, Friskydingo said:

I chose the lightest 1x12 they have, which I did for every brand. I didn't want to add every model or range, or this list would get ridiculously long

Fair play!

[binky_bass]

Excellent work sir.

 

However the GR AeroTech Carbon 410+ is 15kg and runs at 1200w (4/8ohm).

[warwickhunt]

1 hour ago, Friskydingo said:

I knew I would miss a couple. They're a very niche brand who don't have cabs readily available to try, unlike the other manufacturers. 

But their stuff is light

 

Yes, your absolutely right re. TKS added to which I don't know if they are even trading.

 

Looking at the heavier end of the range on your (excellent) spreadsheet I've noted that the TC RS cabs would be under the heaviest weight on the list, so possible inclusion of them?

[Hellzero]

Maybe adding the sensitivity and the frequency response could be great too. I know it's not always mentioned and it's only indicative, but it can help when comparing two identical models.

 

Looks like GR Bass wins it in all categories...

 

Great work. 👌

[Friskydingo]

16 minutes ago, binky_bass said:

Excellent work sir.

 

However the GR AeroTech Carbon 410+ is 15kg and runs at 1200w (4/8ohm).

Good spot! Forgot to look at the 410+ model. This is why I need your eyes. 

Spreadsheet adjusted

[Friskydingo]

9 minutes ago, Hellzero said:

Maybe adding the sensitivity and the frequency response could be great too. I know it's not always mentioned and it's only indicative, but it can help when comparing two identical models.

 

Looks like GR Bass wins it in all categories...

 

Great work. 👌

GR is ridiculously light. Hartke sl will be very light when that comes out. 

Orange is a funny one, as the 1x12 is light then gets heavier and the 4x10 is a monster! 

[binky_bass]

Price would be a fantastic addition too!!!

 

(Bet you regret doing this now!) 

[jrixn1]

Good list.  You have put Barefaced Super Midget under 1x10, but it's a 1x12.  Their 1x10 model is the One10.  Super Midget should replace Super Compact on your list, as the former is the lighter.

[Friskydingo]

12 minutes ago, warwickhunt said:

 

Yes, your absolutely right re. TKS added to which I don't know if they are even trading.

 

Looking at the heavier end of the range on your (excellent) spreadsheet I've noted that the TC RS cabs would be under the heaviest weight on the list, so possible inclusion of them?

I couldn't find the tc data on their site. They only do 2x8, 2x10 and 4x10 I believe? But I read they're massive. 

If you find a link I'll add them

[Friskydingo]

1 minute ago, binky_bass said:

Price would be a fantastic addition too!!!

 

(Bet you regret doing this now!) 

Not a chance! Seriously the only reason I left out price was because there's so much variation. 

[binky_bass]

Just now, Friskydingo said:

Not a chance! Seriously the only reason I left out price was because there's so much variation. 

If you REALLY cared about our needs you'd construct a bespoke algorithm to scrape data from all UK based sales sites and then create a mean, median and mode column of those prices. But clearly sir you are a slacker and are content with the bare minimum of effort! 😜

[Friskydingo]

15 minutes ago, Hellzero said:

Maybe adding the sensitivity and the frequency response could be great too. I know it's not always mentioned and it's only indicative, but it can help when comparing two identical models.

 

Looks like GR Bass wins it in all categories...

 

Great work. 👌

Jesus! You want me to do your gardening as well? 

I think you're right, I'll add more specs later on. This will be a living list and maybe the Mods can use it

[Hellzero]

2 minutes ago, Friskydingo said:

Jesus! You want me to do your gardening as well? 

I think you're right, I'll add more specs later on. This will be a living list and maybe the Mods can use it

 

We are looking after a gardener right now. Come whenever you want. 🤣

[Friskydingo]

8 minutes ago, jrixn1 said:

Good list.  You have put Barefaced Super Midget under 1x10, but it's a 1x12.  Their 1x10 model is the One10.  Super Midget should replace Super Compact on your list, as the former is the lighter.

I'm an idiot! Thanks for pointing that out. Spreadsheet has been updated