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February 10th, 2015, 12:40 PM
#1
12" speaker for blues
Thinking of getting an Avatar 12" cab and was wondering what speaker to get. Sort of narrowed it down to 4. The Eminence Governor, Private Jack, Wizard or Swamp Thing.
Anybody have experience with any of these speakers and can advise? Will be used for Bluesy stuff, mostly lap slide...so nothing High Gainy or Metal.
Thank you.
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February 10th, 2015, 02:31 PM
#2
Personally, I'd include the Cannabis Rex (very well balanced, with a smooth top end) in that group and drop the Wizard (quite bright & aggressive sounding, IMO).
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February 10th, 2015, 05:11 PM
#3
I have the Avatar 2/12 with the Eminence Legend 1218 speakers. I find they are perfect for blues, and that is all I play. An excellent choice in a speaker cab.
The Blues is alright!
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February 10th, 2015, 11:35 PM
#4
+1 for the Cannabis Rex.. Swapped out a Wizard in a Silver Noir Blues Jr III ... never looked back.
“Your sound is in your hands as much as anything. It’s the way you pick, and the way you hold the guitar, more than it is the amp or the guitar you use.” Stevie Ray Vaughan
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February 11th, 2015, 03:47 AM
#5
Heard good things about the Celestian Gold Bulldog.
The Celestion G12-65 in my amp also works brilliantly for Blues and Rock.
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February 11th, 2015, 04:07 PM
#6
Thanks for the advice. Avatar doesn't give the Cannabis Rex as one of it's speakers.
Funny thing, I may have a line on a cab (16 x 16 x 12; closed back pine cab) that has a Cannabis Rex in it. $250 plus 1/2 shipping. Might go for it.
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