"Detuned" 4x12 and an 18W
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Re: "Detuned" 4x12 and an 18W
I finally had the time to try my 2 Blackbacks G12H in a 4x12 cab. I mounted them diagonally and left the other two spots open.
It was probably the best sound I had so far or even heard in real life. Compared to modern Greenbacks it sounded much smoother, more balanced and defined (especially string definition). I was able to crank my 18 watter all the way without getting muddy sounds. I am not sure if the speakers are just awesome or if the detuning contributed a lot to the sound. Anyways, I recommend giving the detuning a try!
It was probably the best sound I had so far or even heard in real life. Compared to modern Greenbacks it sounded much smoother, more balanced and defined (especially string definition). I was able to crank my 18 watter all the way without getting muddy sounds. I am not sure if the speakers are just awesome or if the detuning contributed a lot to the sound. Anyways, I recommend giving the detuning a try!
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Re: "Detuned" 4x12 and an 18W
That's great! Thanks for posting your experience. Are your speakers 8 ohms, wired in series for 16 ohms, or 16 ohms wired in parallel for 8 ohms?
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Re: "Detuned" 4x12 and an 18W
I'm just reading through this, it's very interesting.
Question: How does the detuning 4 x 12/ 2 x 12 setup compare with an open-back bluesbreaker style cabinet?
Question: How does the detuning 4 x 12/ 2 x 12 setup compare with an open-back bluesbreaker style cabinet?
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Re: "Detuned" 4x12 and an 18W
Nice!
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Re: "Detuned" 4x12 and an 18W
I actually never played my 18 Watter with a bluesbreaker cab. I am, however, planing a comparison video with a friend about detuned 4x12 and fully loaded 4x12. Maybe also compare detuned 4x12 with fully loaded 2x12. I will keep you updated!
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