Need advice on picking a 2x12

[Mike Hunt]

I need to get a new 2x12 cab for my 87 JCM 800 2204, and I've narrowed it down to a few choices. I'm trying to keep it low cost since I'm on a tight budget, probably around $300 or less. I am planning on buying the cab unloaded and then loading it with the Mojo version of a V30 and G12H30 (http://www.mojotone.com/speakers.asp...tish%20Vintage)

My choices so far are:

Sour Mash: http://shop.sourmashguitarcabs.com/p...2&productId=24
They look like they have all the makings of a good cheap cab, good price too.

Stage Craft: http://www.stagecraftgear.com/servle...-cab%2C/Detail
These look really good too, and I think they are the same company as Reason amps, so the quality doesn't scare me.

Avatar: http://avatarspeakers.com/
I've heard so many good things about Avatar, they seem like a really good company. I was looking at the Vintage 2x12 in particular.

So those are the ones I've got so far, any other companies I should look into or opinions/experiences with the ones I've listed would be greatly appreciated

[Mike Hunt]

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[Mike Hunt]

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[eyeball987]

I have borrowed Avatar cabs and have witnessed several others in use. I have talked to Dave at Avatar and visit the website a few times a month just to look. I am going to be in the market for a new 2X12 myself in a couple months and Avatar will be the choice. I don't think that I have ever heard anyone say anything negative about their cabs or service.

[gulliver]

I have a Mojo cab, very nice as well. Not sure if it will be cheaper buying the cab from the same place as the speakers, but wouldn't hurt to check.

[Geiri]

Well have you tried the mesa boogie 2x12 recto cab ? Sounds way bigger than a 2x12 should

[vds5000]

Originally Posted by eyeball987

I have borrowed Avatar cabs and have witnessed several others in use. I have talked to Dave at Avatar and visit the website a few times a month just to look. I am going to be in the market for a new 2X12 myself in a couple months and Avatar will be the choice. I don't think that I have ever heard anyone say anything negative about their cabs or service.

+1 on the Avatar. I've owned 5 and all were great (still have one of them).

[musica23]

+1 on the Avatar.

Just bought one (Premier traditional 2x12 loaded w/ a Hellatone 30 and a Hellatone 60) and love it! The workmanship is excellent (couldn't find a thing wrong cosmetically) and it sounds great. An excellent price and fast shipping.

Can't say anything about the others you mentioned as I haven't had any dealings with them.

Good luck and enjoy!

[semi-hollowbody]

lopoline...I just got a 1x12 and it is awesome...very nice quality, and cheaper than others.
Avatar and lopoline are veyr comparable, but avatars seemed a bit of a pain in the arse to order on line, lopolines were not, and the lopolines were cheaper
www.lopoline.com

[Fahmbo]

I love my avatar cab with alnico silver belle and blue!

[abakerdabra]

Avatar is really, really good. I have two of their cabs, an oversized 1x12 and the 2x12 contemporary. With a Celestion Gold and G12H30 the 2x12 sounds fantastic! Plenty of options to choose from, excellent build quality, attention to detail, fantastic customer support and fast shipping. I don't think you can go wrong ordering from them.

[Mike Hunt]

Thanks for all the input guys, the Avatar is really looking good. Has anyone had any experience with the other 2 companies?

Originally Posted by Geiri

Well have you tried the mesa boogie 2x12 recto cab ? Sounds way bigger than a 2x12 should

No I haven't. I plan on going to GC to see what they have for cabs later tommorow.

[Mike Hunt]

Anyone else?