Stiletto Ace Combo 1x12 vs 2x12

[StaticRoute]

I'm considering picking up a Stiletto Ace Combo. Any difference tone wise between the 1x12 and the 2x12?

 

[SBG200]

I'm considering picking up a Stiletto Ace Combo. Any difference tone wise between the 1x12 and the 2x12?

The 2x12 is 1 louder.

 

[StaticRoute]

Wouldn't it be 12 louder?

1x12 = 12
2x12 = 24

:lol:

 

[Moot]

I haven't tried the 1x12, but I like my 2x12.

I went with the 2x12 because I like to swap speakers and it's a lot easier finding 2 lower-wattage speakers than it is to find one higher-wattage speaker.

The 2x12 is noticeably heavier, even though it's just one more speaker.

Good luck.

 

[Dr GearHead]

1x12 = bad back
2x12 = broken back

 

[kmr]

1x12 = bad back
2x12 = broken back

That was my thought and why I choose an Ace 1x12. In fact, if I didn't mind a broken back, I'd probably have gone with the roadster 2x12.

 

[EleventhHour2139]

1x12 = bad back
2x12 = broken back

Didn't you know guitar is a sacrificial art? :lol:

 

[EXPRESSLOVER]

I think for more headroom the 2x12 will travel further in a venue.

But that dont matter, If you play in places that use p.a's that mic up everything then the 1x12 is still recommendable.

All depends on what you need. I play in small - medium sized venues and they often dont mic things up so i picked a 2x12 combo.

 

[whiteop]

Tried the Deuce as well but loved the Stiletto Ace which can get VERY loud. It looks and sounds like a 2X12 to me even though it's just 1X12...

 

[StaticRoute]

I decided to go with the 1x12 since it was a little lighter and I have a 1x12 extension cab that I can use with it. I picked it up yesterday and I'm really enjoying it. My 1x12 cab has a private jack in it and it really complements the v30 well.

 

[jab]

unless you don't mind lugging around the extra weight, I'd go 1 x 12. I base that opinion on the fact I have 1 x 12 and a 2 x 12 Stiletto cabs to use with my Ace. Sometimes I just use one or the other, and if I were blindfolded I'm not sure I could tell the difference b/w the two. Go for the back saver and you can always add an extension cab if desired.

 

[MasterTrax]

Unless you are a truly small person or you are ill or elderly, you will never regret getting the 2x12. A great amp like the Ace deserves it and the sound is so much bigger through a 2x12. Better yet is a head and 2x12, and best of all is a head and 4x12....

Life is short. Go for the obviously better choice every time.

 

[kmr]

Well, there you have it. Some people prefer the 1x12 and others prefer the 2x12 (or more). Sounds like a decision that has to be made on idiosyncratic desires. Transport issues vs. fullness of sound.

 

[zappaslaughter]

I tried my 1x12 LSC next to a 2x12 at loud volumes, and actually liked the 1x12 sound better. So I picked up an extension cab. this set up really works for me, and I can throw the extension cab through another head if need be. my 1x12 is loud enough to kill small animals and children, so I rarley use the extension cab.