What kind of speakers should I get for an Avatar cab?

[StratTom]

So I'm thinking about getting an Avatar cab...I've heard nothing but good about them. I want a 2x12 cab that will go with a 5150II. I'm thinking I want to go with Celestions, just don't know what kind. Also what is the difference between a pair of the same speaker vs. two seperate ones? Thanks in advance!

 

[flank]

Re: What kind of speakers should I get for an Avatar cab?

how many watts it that amp?........

 

[JfromHouston]

Re: What kind of speakers should I get for an Avatar cab?

how many watts it that amp?........

120 if I am not mistaken.

The 5150s are bright so keep that in mind when looking for speakers. I used an emminence m12/v12 combination and really like it. I also used the stock sheffield speakers and liked them as well, although they were considerably brighter than the emminence. I really dont think you can go wrong with Celestions either but I have never played a 5150 through celestions so I cant really comment on them with the 5150. I really like my v30/h30 cab though, and if I needed another cab it would be another v30/h30 cab. Great speakers.

 

[StratTom]

Re: What kind of speakers should I get for an Avatar cab?

120 if I am not mistaken.

The 5150s are bright so keep that in mind when looking for speakers. I used an emminence m12/v12 combination and really like it. I also used the stock sheffield speakers and liked them as well, although they were considerably brighter than the emminence. I really dont think you can go wrong with Celestions either but I have never played a 5150 through celestions so I cant really comment on them with the 5150. I really like my v30/h30 cab though, and if I needed another cab it would be another v30/h30 cab. Great speakers.

Thanks J! I've heard good things about V30's, so I may go with those. Here's some options I was thinking of:

2 Celestion G12H80's
2 Celestion V30's
1 G12H80 and 1 V30

Anyone else have any suggestions?

 

[korovamilkdud]

Re: What kind of speakers should I get for an Avatar cab?

V30s have a really nice bass response. Sounds appropriate for a 5150.

 

[StratTom]

Re: What kind of speakers should I get for an Avatar cab?

V30s have a really nice bass response. Sounds appropriate for a 5150.

Do you think I should go with a pair of V30's then?

 

[Guitarist]

Re: What kind of speakers should I get for an Avatar cab?

Do you think I should go with a pair of V30's then?

Definetely feel comfortable settling with a pair of them in a 2x12. Very nice tight bottom end for a high gain amp. Tons of professionals use them for a reason!

 

[chcjunior]

Re: What kind of speakers should I get for an Avatar cab?

I'm using 2-V30's with my Soldano Hot Rod 50 XL pushing the Avatar 2X12 cabinet. I'm real happy with the speakers. They handle cleans as well as the high gain distortion.

I'd suggest getting the horizontal 2X12 Avatar that has the interchangeable open and closed back panels. I believe it was only an extra $20 to get both panels. Well worth the cash.

 

[StratTom]

Re: What kind of speakers should I get for an Avatar cab?

Thanks everyone for all the help! Looks like I'll be going with a pair of V30's.