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"Another thing to remember about current Acoustic gear is that Guitar Center makes it.. they didn't buy rights or anything, they dropped the "Control Co." and just used Acoustic and put the logo on. That's the reason it exists again. If you're buying Acoustic gear go Vintage or take a look at the other company (who I think actually has rights) called Acoustic USA."

Asked by anewbeatfromadeadheart

Yeah. The new Acoustic stuff on sale at GC isn’t horrible or anything, like it makes sound and is fairly bassy, but I probably wouldn’t buy it on my worst day.

"What can you tell me about Acoustic Control Corporation? I must admit I'd never heard of the brand until recently where I saw a Thrash Metal band called "Black Breath" and their bassist was using a head by them (unsure which one...) He had the most brutal fuzz I've ever heard! Not that I need that much fuzz, but I was wondering if the heads come with gain controls to dial that fuzz in, or - if the heads accommodate pedals nicely. Also - what are the two current models they produce like?"

Asked by mymercenarylungs

First of all, Black Breath rules and you been sleeping on ‘em for too long, dawg. Acoustic had its heyday in the ’70s. They manufactured primarily solid state bass gear and it was awesome. That’s why they take pedals well and accommodate fuzzy sludge tone; they’re otherwise very loud and clean. Their models now are eh. Good cabs though.

"Fuck not having an O))). When I run at 2 ohms the head cranks out 1900 watts. One more cab and I can run at full power. I'll probably pick up this vintage acoustic 301 cab. Mean ass 1x18. So I'd run a 2x15 with EV SROs, The 8x10 and a 1x18."

Asked by Anonymous

That’s fucking killer. I’m dying for an 18” or two.

Better pick up a seismometer.

"How do you feel about the Acoustic B810 cabinet? I hear they can get pretty loud. It'll be paired with an old 2x15 for doom stuff. Running a Carvin b1500 head. Think they are decent? I've heard good things, then there are all the people that like to shit on everything. I'd be getting it for like $200."

Asked by Anonymous

They good.

I’ve never heard that particular Carvin head, but I know a dude who plays a Carvin guitar head for insane spazzy grind and it sounds so good. If you’re playing doom, dudes will probably shit on you because it doesn’t have an “O)))” on it anywhere, but we’re all gonna be fucking deaf someday anyway.

"opinion on acoustic b600h head"

Asked by Anonymous

I’ve heard the 200W version get the job done, so I feel pretty confident in something with three times the power.

"Favorite (relatively) inexpensive bass heads. GO."

Asked by Anonymous

Vintage Ampeg is your best bet, particularly the V-4B – the prices are going up on them but if you can find them for $500 or less go for it. B25s are neat too, though possibly underpowered. For the more affordable stuff: Sunn Coliseum/Coliseum Bass/Coliseum 300. Sunn Concert Bass, Sunn Beta Bass. The Traynor YBA-1 is cool, though a YBA-1A (twice the power) is more sensible for bass purposes. Acoustic’s 300- and 400-series heads are rad. I’ve heard good things about Peavey’s Mark series. I’d go on but the prices are just gonna go up, hopefully this helps.

"Don't forget MIG60, Peavey Butcher, Sunn, Acoustic Control Corporation, loud solid state shit you buy for $200."

Asked by luciddreamsaboutyou

Have to say, my Mig 60 was not optimal for heavy shit.

"In your opinion, what would be a good bass cab to pair up with the Acoustic 370?"

Asked by kiana

The bassist for my good friends My Fictions has a 370, and I’ve heard him play it through an Ampeg 8x10 and a Peavey 2x15. One time, both. Another time, the Peavey 2x15 plus a Sunn 2x15. All configurations were stellar. As long as your selection can handle the wattage of the 370, it’ll come down to personal preference.

I’m sure a matching Acoustic cab (or two) would serve you well. When I got to record Touché Amoré live, I remember being impressed by the sound of an Acoustic head (maybe a 220?) with a matching 8x10. Can’t front on that.