LANEY
Laney Digbeth DB500H Amp, DBV212-4 Cabinet
Laney have a new range of heritage-inspired amps, speakers and FX—Mike Brooks plugs in
EMD MUSIC
www.emdmusic.com
Both $749
Lyndon Laney started producing bass amplification back in 1967, and some 54 years later, this new Digbeth-branded range celebrates the company’s beginnings and heritage. With two amplifiers, three cabinets, and several FX pedals on offer, there’s something to suit most budgets and playing requirements.We’ve matched the more powerful of the two amps with the new 2x12 cabinet for a portable partnership that should suit more or less any working bassist.
Build Quality
The cab is covered with a rugged black vinyl and white piping, finished off with a tough cloth grille to protect the speakers: The same material has been used on the amp for a uniform visual. The amp is wellproportioned, making it easy to carry and transport without being overly heavy, weighing in at 15.7 pounds. A securely-attached rubber carry handle is situated on the top of the amp and there is venting on the underside and rear. Deeply recessed carry handles have been incorporated into the speaker design and the ‘high instead of wide’ cabinet design makes carrying the cabinet a more comfortable prospect. Be aware that although this cabinet isn’t ‘old-school’ heavy, at 63 pounds it isn’t ultra-light either—so portability in tight spaces may be an issue.