Just picked up a set of L212's with one Ultrabass unit. The seller also has another Ultrabass unit, should I get that too? Is there any real reason to want 2? And, is there a preferred way for running one Ultrabass with each satellite?
Just picked up a set of L212's with one Ultrabass unit. The seller also has another Ultrabass unit, should I get that too? Is there any real reason to want 2? And, is there a preferred way for running one Ultrabass with each satellite?
[QUOTE=rdgrimes;220430]Just picked up a set of L212's with one Ultrabass unit. The seller also has another Ultrabass unit, should I get that too? Is there any real reason to want 2? And, is th
Hey, rdgrimes,
I was looking at that offer, too, though I had no plans to jump into the fray. Well done in scoring that setup! I remember being mightily impressed, back when I first heard one of them, and amazed that so much nice bass reproduction could come from one 12" woofer! As to the second bass unit, I note that the seller mentioned a small problem with it, when played at higher volumes. If you can get it inexpensively enough, I'd go for it, but be prepared to have to mess with it a bit, if that problem manifests itself when you get it. Again, congrats on getting what I have always thought was a very nice system! Take care, and God Bless!
Every Good Wish,
Doc
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I expect to have to mess around with all this old stuff, that's part of the appeal and usually not as greasy as old cars.
Yeah, they report a "rattle" with the second Ultrabass, which could be a simple as the glass plate on top.
I guess I really am wondering if this "sub" has enough poop, and whether other L212 lovers think 2 subs is better.
I may want to replace one of the 112A drivers cause it has an aftermarket cone, so if anyone has a good one, let me know.
"I guess I really am wondering if this "sub" has enough poop, and whether other L212 lovers think 2 subs is better."
If I were you I would grab it. I have used a pair of those woofers in sealed boxes and IMHO you really need the pair because of the low efficiency and comparatively low X-max compared to newer drivers. They sound damn nice in there comfort range!
Can you post a picture if it's smooth it may not be an aftermarket cone. This is a picture of a recent OEM JBL recone.I may want to replace one of the 112A drivers cause it has an aftermarket cone, so if anyone has a good one, let me know.
Rob
It's not so much what it is, I just don't like it being different.Originally Posted by Robh3606
Can you post a picture if it's smooth it may not be an aftermarket cone. This is a picture of a recent OEM JBL recone.
Rob
If that recone is jbl issue you will have to recone the other one with the origanal cone to the new replacement. The old style with ribs is NLA.
Yes.Absolutely, two work better than one.
Congratulations on your purchase - great speakers.
I love my L212's - sweet sound, with trademark JBL dynamics.
The sub produces better bass than any other JBL I've owned - very extended and punchy.
I don't need or want a second sub. One provides more than eneogh to shake my house.
BTW look at replacing the caps (probably original) - made a difference with mine. Bypassing or CC I am told is better still.
I'd definitely get the second sub while you have the chance, as long as the deal is good...
John
There have been JBL white papers that explain that subs work better in groups of 2, preferably midway down the wall instead of in corners.
Besides, if its an out of production unit thats part of a 3-way system, it certainly helps any potential resale value to have a spare!
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I was intending to get a used original 112A and keep the re-coned one as a spare.If that recone is jbl issue you will have to recone the other one with the origanal cone to the new replacement. The old style with ribs is NLA.
Sounds like the 2 subs vs one decision boils down to personal preference. Not really needed but does improve performance.
True, it is a personal preference, but it's better as 4313B states, to run two for obvious reasons. The source material often has the LF in stereo and the advantage over mono is clear. I'm running two subs with my 4315's and though I'd probably only need one, the two sure work well!
I got these L212's set up today. they are really sweet, and sound about like I expected. though they sound better at low volumes than most of the related JBL models do. I didn't get the second Ultrabass unit, it sold WAY too high. This one is a bit stiff with new foam, but seems to do pretty well for music with the gain turned up to about 75%. Not up to par for LFE though.
I'll be wanting an original 112A/H to replace the one that's been re-coned.
Hey, Old JBL Fart,
Congratulations on your new JBL's!! I heard that system when it first came out, and was mightily impressed by it! Maybe another sub unit will come along. But, in the meantime, you're all set to go, and isn't it SWEET!!??!! Have fun, take care, and God Bless!
Every Good Wish,
Doc
The only thing that can never be taken away from you, is your honor. Cherish it, in yourself, and in others.
That smooth cone is a JBL cone, its the same as two pair of 112As I had done at OCS, but as with the old ribbed cones, they're NLA, from what ai was told.It's not so much what it is, I just don't like it being different.
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