Slant vs Straight cabs

[dmcguitar]

Hi, So I think this is funny, I can't fit the standard 4x12 in my car.. bhahahahaa. I just packed up for my gig tonight, and got it in the trunk but it wont slide down all the way its resting on the end, luckily the trunk closed though. So I am thinking I may end up swapping this for the traditional sized cab anyway. (it fit in my car originally because i didnt have the slip cover on, apparently that was just too much. Anyway unless I have rave reviews that this is the best ever i will probably trade in for a smaller cab.. the one time when 2" less is a good thing

So I was wondering if the traditional is tighter due to the smaller height, what effect, if any, is there from having the top angled or straight? I believe the angle is so it points at you as well correct? usually i hear people alwasy say the straight is better though.

Thoughts, opinions?

Also does anyone know if you can custom order a cab from GC on a sunday or is it only during mesa's 9-4 m-t pst thing?

Thanks

 

[recto-robbie]

You can only get a hold of Mesa during normal hours Mon-Fri.
If by any chance you live anywhere near the Chicago area I have a
6 months old in brand spanking new condition 4x12 traditional slant for sale,,, best offer. Need to sell for an upcoming home move and family needs. I will work with best offers.

 

[Elpelotero]

I've read a little bit about slant vs. straight over the years. My opinion from what I read is that the slant is basically to get the speakers pointing at you so you could hear better. This doesn't mean you won't hear if you have a straight cab. It obviously projects loudly and you will hear it.

The true argument is over whether or not the straight cab gives more lows. The reason, if it is true, is that there's just a couple of more inches inside the cab for the waves to develop. In theory, the slanted cab would have less space inside to develop the bass waves. I don't think anybody has ever really proved this, and the manufacturers certainly didn't make them this as a selling point. Just get what you like better.

 

[vintagesix]

I've read a little bit about slant vs. straight over the years. My opinion from what I read is that the slant is basically to get the speakers pointing at you so you could hear better. This doesn't mean you won't hear if you have a straight cab. It obviously projects loudly and you will hear it.

That's strange since on the traditional full stack, the slant sits on top, so you'd have to be 10 feet tall to need those slant speakers. I play through a slant because they're a bit lighter, and I snagged a great deal for mine. Also, slant cabs just look badass... nothing that contributes to the tone, but man does not live on bread alone. :wink:

 

[jman7272]

I've read a little bit about slant vs. straight over the years. My opinion from what I read is that the slant is basically to get the speakers pointing at you so you could hear better. This doesn't mean you won't hear if you have a straight cab. It obviously projects loudly and you will hear it.

The true argument is over whether or not the straight cab gives more lows. The reason, if it is true, is that there's just a couple of more inches inside the cab for the waves to develop. In theory, the slanted cab would have less space inside to develop the bass waves. I don't think anybody has ever really proved this, and the manufacturers certainly didn't make them this as a selling point. Just get what you like better.

I owned and AB'd both side by side in my home. The stiletto slant sounds IMO far better than the oversized recto. Subjective opinion of course, but what is not opinion is that there is a clear audible difference betweent he two - it is not just hype - they sound completely different.

 

[robstar]

That's strange since on the traditional full stack, the slant sits on top, so you'd have to be 10 feet tall to need those slant speakers.

The slant on top of the stack is just because you'd likely use the slant when you are only running a half-stack.

I have always preferred to have a slant or my combos tilted back as I like to have that direct "sonic ear feed" from my amp and a little less of me up front in my floor monitor and side fill. Right or wrong that is my reasoning.

The 2x12 Recto cab I have coming in this week will live in a tilted combo stand, not down flat on the floor. I came really really close to buying the Recto 2x12 vertical slant but figured the resale on it would be tough if I ever wanted to sell it.

 

[siggy14]

There is a little difference between the slant and straight traditional 4x12, however it is not as much difference between the traditional and the oversized.

Roughly because straight has a little more internal volume, it will be a little bit bassier and the mid's will be a little more relaxed. however not nearly as much as the oversized.

I have owned both traditionals and settled on the straight, I just like the way they look better and I dont want the speakers pointing up at my ears. Honestly you should be standing ten feet away from your speaker cab anyway to truly hear what it sounds like, so straight or angled does not really matter.