4x12: Angled vs Straight

TheMissing · 11-15-2007, 11:38 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Leon

go with the angled

I have a straight cab, and I regret buying it. Because It doesn't seem to project right. When I'm standing near it, it may not sound loud, but when I squat down it blows my head up.

So the angled cabs definately help fill the room better, and help control volume levels.(because you won't crank it up to hear it when it's actually plenty loud.)

Matt Crooks · 11-15-2007, 11:50 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by loktide

now if you're like only 4-5 feet tall, a straight cab won't bother you

I think Noodles has straight cabs.

TomAwesome · 11-15-2007, 12:03 PM

Angled, for reasons that have already pretty much been covered. I have a straight cab now (Why doesn't Avatar make angled cabs anymore?

), and while there's nothing wrong with it at all, my angled Ibanez cab did project a bit better. At practice I'm normally sitting down a few feet away from the cab, though, so it doesn't make much difference to me. Live, if you're on a stage that's elevated from the crowd, a straight cab might work better for the audience (I'm guessing), but there probably won't be a huge difference there, especially if you're miced.

JJ Rodriguez · 11-15-2007, 12:33 PM

Thanks guys! Rep all around.

FoxZero · 11-15-2007, 03:29 PM

They both sound the same pretty much, but for half stacks go angled cause the sound is more directed upwards. Everyone's pretty much covered things.

It pisses me off that I can no longer get an angle Orange PPC 4x12 and the guys at the store weren't sure if I could still get it black, main reason I no longer want an Orange unless I found one used cheap.

nitelightboy · 11-15-2007, 03:31 PM

I'm an angled guy. For reasons already covered. I used to hate a straight cab that I had at my band's practice space and started experimenting with different cabs. I just liked the way that angled cabs sounded to me in practice and on stage. It was more consistant and didn't change as quickly based on where I was in relation to it.

The drastic change in sound is probably the main reason why people usually angle their small combos and 2x12 cabs. Better projection of the high end.

budda · 11-15-2007, 03:38 PM

I'm pretty sure avatar cabs are angled, the grill is straight on some models.

Rick · 11-15-2007, 09:54 PM

I'd like to get a straight Line 6 4x12.

Ryan · 11-15-2007, 09:57 PM

I do most of my playing sitting down. Straight ftw.

budda · 11-15-2007, 10:01 PM

i have a free straight, and a free slant. i could choose! lol

11-15-2007, 12:03 PM	#13
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11-15-2007, 03:29 PM	#15
FoxZero Zero Imperfections Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: West Chester, PA Posts: 796 Main Seven: USA BC Rich Warlock w/M7 Rig: Cobra/Vader 2x15 Thanked: 7	They both sound the same pretty much, but for half stacks go angled cause the sound is more directed upwards. Everyone's pretty much covered things. It pisses me off that I can no longer get an angle Orange PPC 4x12 and the guys at the store weren't sure if I could still get it black, main reason I no longer want an Orange unless I found one used cheap. My Site http://foxzero.net/ My band's site http://wolf-hybrid.net/

11-15-2007, 03:31 PM	#16
nitelightboy I poop in shoes. Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Ft Liquordale, FL Posts: 4,189 Real Name: Joe Main Seven: LTD SC-607 Rig: Madison Divinity Thanked: 18	I'm an angled guy. For reasons already covered. I used to hate a straight cab that I had at my band's practice space and started experimenting with different cabs. I just liked the way that angled cabs sounded to me in practice and on stage. It was more consistant and didn't change as quickly based on where I was in relation to it. The drastic change in sound is probably the main reason why people usually angle their small combos and 2x12 cabs. Better projection of the high end. I am the mask you wear.

11-15-2007, 03:38 PM	#17
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11-15-2007, 09:54 PM	#18
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11-15-2007, 09:57 PM	#19
Ryan Hylian Metal Master • Super Moderator • Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: The Farthest Outpost Posts: 4,491 Main Seven: RG9147 Main ERG: RG7421XL Rig: Engl -> Mesa Thanked: 61	I do most of my playing sitting down. Straight ftw.

11-15-2007, 10:01 PM	#20
budda Guiterrorizer Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Deep River ONT (summer), London ONT (school) Posts: 8,421 Real Name: Justin Main Seven: WTB: Dean EVO 7 Rig: JSX->XXX w/ WGS CL80 Thanked: 66	i have a free straight, and a free slant. i could choose! lol

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