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=== Tone ===
see [[Tone#Cab.2FSpeakers|Tone - Cab/Speakers]]
=== Portability ===
Also, keep in mind weight and portability factors. An awesome oversized 4x12 cab with 3/4" plywood might ''sound'' nice, but can you get it to practice or the gig? Maybe a closed back 2x12 is more appropriate for your needs?
=== Durability ===
This is hard to determine simply by inspecting a cab. You often need to rely on brand/model reviews from others. Cabs are generally made from plywood or MDF. The quality of the wood and the joints is crucial for the cab to last.
=== Stereo Sound ===
Some cabs are wired for stereo operation. This might be desirable if you have a stereo power amp and want a mild stereo separation for your effects. The best stereo operation uses multiple cabs; however, spreading them wide for better separation. 2 2x12's might work better than 1 stereo 4x12.
=== Aesthetics ===
Cabs generally use cloth or metal grills to protect the speakers. The metal grills have a few different varieties. The cloth are basically all the same but there is some minor variation. The cabs themselves are usually coated with a material to protect the wood, which can be a plastic material, leather (fake), or a carpet-like coating (just very dense and short). Sometimes the wood is simply stained and sealed. They are generally black, but there are other colors if that's what you really want.
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[[Category: Cabinets]]