Speaker Selection

Bill_Z · May 25, 2011

Hi All

Soliciting opinions on speaker selection. I am planning on putting my Subway Blues into a 1X12 cabinet I am having made and wanted to get some opinions on speakers. I play blues, jazz, and r&b and use OD pedals as opposed to pushing the amp. I like a warmer tone. Thanks!

droptrd · May 28, 2011

A mesa C90 would be a great match for you IMO

Bill_Z · May 29, 2011

Thanks for the suggestion droptrd.
I have heard these and they are great speakers but seems like they are a little better if you plan on running loud.
I am usually miked so I wouldnt need to run up the volume so much.

dodger916 · May 29, 2011

+1 on the C-90. They are relatively neutral/slightly warm speakers and would cover the ground you play. What do you mean by "better if you plan on running loud"? If you're using pedals rather than pushing the amp, I would think you'd want something neutral that doesn't break-up easily.

The C-90 sounds great with my Mark IV at ridiculously low volumes.

Bill_Z · May 29, 2011

I will have to try one - I played through a friends Lonestar and it just didnt seem to work for me until the volume was up there. Any thoughts on Weber Ceramic Blue 30W? I heard that in a 1x12 and thought it was pretty versatile also.