i got a line6 combo amp. Im debating wether or not to get a cabinet for it. Would it be just the same as having a head? it obviously would be louder since there would be six speakers right? compared to a head and a four speaker cabinet
let me no with your opinion

Volume doesn't really matter. one cab is enough for any practices/shows you'd be playing. Line 6 amps are great for practice amps but terrible for live situations. Buy a tube head and a cab. you won't regret it.

you could buy my mesa. thousand bucks man.

your best bet is to sell your combo amp or keep it as a practice amp and start over before you move onto a stack, unless you REALLY like the way your line 6 sounds at high volumes.

it all depends on your needs. If you plan on playing any shows in a situation where your amp won't be miced, you should really get the cab. I'm not going to say that you should buy a tube amp since you probably can't afford that and no one listens. I support kick ass tube amps, don't get me wrong. But I'm sure you want to give your line6 some time.

So, there's my advice. Eventually, when you're looking to move up in the world of amps. Don't rush into anything. Try as many amps as you can imagine. I have a Mesa Dual Rectifier that I bought on impulse when I was 17. Honestly, it wasn't the right sound for me. Which is why I bought an ENGL Powerball last year. I definitely know that is closer to the sound I am looking for.

Apparently, since I'm getting laid, perfect tone has become my ultimate conquest. Sorry for rambling.


so yeah, your issue. If you're playing out in hall shows get a cab. If you're just practicing/playing club shows, don't worry about it.


oh. And turn up those mids or you'll disappear under the cymbals and bass.

brian_dc said:


Very well put.

I find a good head and cab is better than a combo because:

-You can split the sound to different areas, and thus play off of the human perception of stereo sound

-4 speakers all pushing create a more lush sound than one speaker pushing. It allows for overtones to materialize and for the signal to have a greater physical presence


I strongly agree that Line 6 is ok for basic situations, but as far as developing your performance rig, it's not an end-all solution. Solid State has the benefits of simple, quick startup and simpler short scale maintainance, but it doesn't have the flexibility that a tube amp has. It also has that "transistor" sound that I perceive is dry and harsh, as opposed to the warm, more dignified sound of a tube amp.

hah more dignified. well said, Jeeves.
True as fuck. All of it.

As far as the dude that said line 6 is not good for live situations...I dunno, I think Andy form Life at Zero's rig sounds killer live.

Andy does have a great sound.