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Just ordered myself a Fender Bassman 50 head, and I'm a bit clueless when it comes to cabs. I have been a combo guy so far..

Any good tips?

I'd go with a 2x15.

Maybe that's just me? That's my stock answer. I'd go with a 2x15 for most amps if I could.

For guitar? Never tried bigger than 12s.
Also interested in what brands etc.

Yeah, for guitar.

I like the old Kustom tuck 'n' roll cabs. Usually to be found for not a lot of money hopefully.

Chankgeez wrote:I'd go with a 2x15.
Maybe that's just me? That's my stock answer. I'd go with a 2x15 for most amps if I could.

Agreed.
I actually use an old bassman 50, 2x15 cab, but with modern neo speakers The bassman head is long gone however.

Will look into 15s then! Thanks for tips. All other opinions are also welcome.

What would be the tonal differences between 12s and 15s?
12s are so much easier to find around here..

15's are a tiny bit warmer and fuller than 12's

Thanks, have no experience with 15s yet. But will see if I can try some out.

If it's easier, a 4x12 is fine.

i use a sunn 2x12 can with my bassman 70 and i love it. i def prefer the sunn over the fender 2x15 that came with the head

Good to hear as I'm a bit hung up on the looks of a horisontal 2x12...
Dont want a huge rig if possible to avoid.

i've used a closed-back,2x12 mid-60s bassman cab for ages with a similar head. perfect. goes plenty low.

Cool!
Currently looking at these, and the possibility of making it into 4 ohm.
Anyone know about the mesa horizontal 2x12s?

the dude from science makes really cool cabs. he makes vertical and horizontal 2x12's as well as 4x12's. For $525 you can get an unloaded 2x12 that has a convertable back piece, so you can make it open back, closed back, or half and half. pretty rad.

here is a picture so you know what they kinda look like. you can also choose from any of these options for tolex.