How does it compare to the EVM12L?
While the appearance and specs of the Thick Boy may look similar to an EVM12L, the Thick Boy is drastically different in tone and feel. Some might describe the EVM12L as clinical whereas the Thick Boy is warmer, thicker, and more musical.
Can the Thick Boy be front mounted?
It can be front mounted, but the baffle cutout needs to be at least 11.1" in diameter.
Is there a 16ohm version?
There are currently no plans for a 16ohm version, but we understand the need for it in certain scenarios and it may a possibility in the future.
What cabinets will the Thick Boy be suitable for?
The normal rules for cabinet selection apply. It will work in a sealed, open back, or ported cabinet, and like any other speaker, it will respond with the expected characteristics of each cabinet design.
Is it FRFR?
It is not a full range flat frequency speaker.
What makes this better than a typical guitar speaker?
What someone might consider "better" is usually subjective, but typically there are some non-negotiables: no farting out, no cone cry, no voice coil rub, and other non-linear irregularities indicative of a poor performing speaker. The 300W power handling capability ensures the Thick Boy performs at a high level with much more flexibility in the amplifier feeding it.
The secondary characteristic of the high power pro-audio woofer approach is that the cone can be stiffer and more robust, leading to a lower resonant frequency and less peaky high frequency break-up modes. What this leads to is a richer, fuller, and more clear sound without the buzzy, fatiguing high end harshness typical of many "vintage" style guitar speakers.
The secondary characteristic of the high power pro-audio woofer approach is that the cone can be stiffer and more robust, leading to a lower resonant frequency and less peaky high frequency break-up modes. What this leads to is a richer, fuller, and more clear sound without the buzzy, fatiguing high end harshness typical of many "vintage" style guitar speakers.
Does it work for Modelers (Axe-fx, kemper, eleven rack, positive grid, line 6 helix, etc)?
Absolutely! The Thick Boy is highly optimized for modeling preamp users who want the "amp in the room" feel of an actual guitar cab. These users often use a high power solid state power amp (>500W) to maximize headroom and minimize coloration of their modeler. As such, a higher power guitar speaker is needed to keep up with these increased power amplifier demands and this is where the Thick Boy shines.
Does it work for tube amps?
YES! Just like the EVM12L, EM12, WGS12L, etc, this speaker lets tube amps shine and gives things a smooth, musical characteristic.