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As you know I've been pondering replacement speakers for this amp ever since the
original driver failed.

Today I talked at length with Ted's son discussing what drivers I already had and
what I liked and disliked about each one.

I REALLY like the sounds I was getting from the original CTS driver, but thought it was
a bit redundant to buy a similar replacement driver since I'm going ahead and re-coning
the original anyway, adding a stronger 30 watt voice coil.

So, after considerable discussion and very much appreciated input from numerous
qualified experts, I'm going for a Weber AlNiCo Blue Dog 75 watt, light dope, with
break in.

While the original driver had this cool ratty breakup, this Blue Dog should
deliver a smoother more even tone across the spectrum.

This will also be interesting with the RCA - Wurlitzer 7868's in the R12R since they
are essentially fat over spec EL84's

While the C-Rex sounded fantastic as long as you played in the bridge position
or dropped the volume for cleans, it simply was too boomy on the low end
with any of my guitars in the neck position at greater volumes.

The Blue Dog AlNiCo 75 will also make an interesting combination in my 2X12 along
side of the EVM12L with my Hot Cat 100R

The JBL K120 in there now is WAY too bright with the 100R.

I may also try the JBL in the Ampeg just out of curiosity.

I'll also be trying the C-Rex next to the EVM12L and then have to decide
on which speaker will replace the stock Special Design Fender Fart Tone
Eminence in my USA Blues Deluxe.

So the quest continues and I'm learning a lot about how much a simple speaker
change can affect tone and volume.