Hey guys,
I have a 4x12 cab that I am wanting to detune. Essentially, it's just utilizing 2 of the 4 speaker ports in the 4x12. Supposedly, it helps project the "guitar specific" frequencies instead of allowing them to dissipate within the closed back cab. I play a mix of hard rock/metal (a la In Flames) and we tune down to B or A, depending on the application. My tone is very mid oriented. I'll leave the scooping to those guys who don't want their guitar to cut the mix. I am leaning toward a mix of 1 British Lead (for lows and low mids) and 1 Reaper HP (for highs and high mids). What do you think? Are there any other recommendations?
My main head is a BFG Redrum Modded JCA22H, so I'm not throwing out a ton of power. I just love the early breakup of EL84's and the overall "hot-rod Marshall" sound of the amp.
First, I love your comment "I'll leave the scooping to those guys who don't want their guitar to cut the mix". ...
Okay, Sooo ... you realize that what you have using a 4x12 as a 2x12 is a PORTED cab with HUGE ports that are not tuned to anything in particular, right? A big 2x12 with a well tuned oval rear port will probably give you more of what your looking for.
Anyway, I'd actually go with a HM75 "for lows and low mids". and a Britt Lead "for highs and high mids". The Reaper HP is a very warm speaker!