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blueman · 28th February 2007

How would you describe de difference in tone between “open back” and “closed back” 2x12 cabs?

Would you say that different styles benefit more with one or other?

Is this a big difference?

All the descriptions, adjectives and examples are welcome.

I’m trying to figure out what should I buy. I’m going to buy 3 of 2x12 cabs (one with V30s, one with Greenbacks, and one with Blue Alnicos) and the style of music will be kind of sweet & fresh rock (crowded house, Gavin DeGraw, Matchbox 20, etc.
They have to be 8 Ohm (exception of Blue Alnicos that has to be 16 Ohms) and have to be findable in Europe. Brands I’m looking at: Engl, Mesa, Fender, for V30s and Greens; and Vox for Blue Alnicos.

Thanks

28th February 2007	#1
blueman Gear maniac Join Date: May 2005 Posts: 176 Thread Starter	How would you describe de difference between “open back” and “closed back” 2x12 cabs? How would you describe de difference in tone between “open back” and “closed back” 2x12 cabs? Would you say that different styles benefit more with one or other? Is this a big difference? All the descriptions, adjectives and examples are welcome. I’m trying to figure out what should I buy. I’m going to buy 3 of 2x12 cabs (one with V30s, one with Greenbacks, and one with Blue Alnicos) and the style of music will be kind of sweet & fresh rock (crowded house, Gavin DeGraw, Matchbox 20, etc. They have to be 8 Ohm (exception of Blue Alnicos that has to be 16 Ohms) and have to be findable in Europe. Brands I’m looking at: Engl, Mesa, Fender, for V30s and Greens; and Vox for Blue Alnicos. Thanks