cabinet speaker opinions? posted by j...

cabinet speaker opinions?

Posted on Dec 14, 2006 11:40 am
jackson5
Member Since: Nov 22, 2004

I'm currently looking to downgrade my 1960A to a 2x12 from Avatar speakers. Basically you can put whatever combo of speakers you want in there but I'm looking for feedback and opinions before I buy. My 1960A has the Celestion G12T-75's which I like but I'm open to other's too, except for Greenbacks. All used with my 50w JCM800.

I talked to Dave at Avatar and it looks like I'm gonna go with a combo of 1 Hellatone 30 and 1 Hellatone 60. Which is a broken in G12H30 (30) and a broken in Vintage 30 (60). The best of both tonal worlds.

I don't want thundering bass but a good lo end to compliment the mids and highs. Also no tinny shrilly highs either ;)

Any one got any opinions on what speakers are good for 80's type metal? I like the 75's in my cab now but I'm wondering if the vin30 / G12H30 is a better combo or should I just stick with the 75's to be safe?

thanks for any help

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Hujambo
Member
Since: Aug 13, 2005

Dec 14, 2006 12:25 pm

The JCM800 is like the original 50watt Marshall a great sounding amp.When I use a 2x12 the Marshall cab with the 75s is really good.The 50 valve amp has less load with 2x12 and produces a good tone.I dont know if there are better ones cos if I like something I stick with it.

Noize2u
Czar of Midi
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Since: Apr 04, 2002

Dec 14, 2006 09:40 pm

I as well was partial to the 75s for that kind of tone. If you would like another place to look you can try this guy out. myspace.com/millsacoustics
Makes some killer cabs and I'm sure would be happy to give a bit of advice as well on the speaker selection. I know he is big on the vin 30's as well. I do like their sound, but it is dependant on the cabinet. A crappy cab can make them sound very dull and lifeless.