Noob question about cab wattage

[zEr0]

So I am finally able to afford a nice set of speakers to complete my rig (Triaxis-20/20) and I'm still undecided between getting a 2x12 or two 1x12's. Anyhow, my main problem is that I'm a bit confused as to how much wattage should the cab have (took me a while to understand the impedance bit... ).

For example, if I get two 200 watts 1x12's I can be certain that my poweramp (20 watts p/channel) won't damage them but will I be losing tone in any way? I haven't really seen that many 20 watt cabinets around. Any suggestions? THX

[markD]

i don't think you'll loose tone. i use 200 watt speakers and i think i sound great!!!

[zEr0]

But what kind of output does your poweramp deliver?

[markD]

i have used the same cabs/speakers with everything:

a 16 watt soldano astroverb head
a 35 watt fender tremolux head
a 50 watt marshall 2204
an 85 watt boogie mark IV
a 100 watt rivera m-100
a 120 watt rivera s-120

all those amps sound killer using a pair of EVM12L 200 watt speakers!!!

[Wizard of Ozz]

I'd go the stereo route with 2 1X12s loaded with Celestion V30s. That way you get the full stereo effect from the power amp.

[JACKSONFREAK]

As long as the speakers you decide on are at least the max power of the amp your using you'll be fine. You wont lose tone with a higher wattage speaker set up than whats needed. You'll have more clean head room.
Gil

[zEr0]

Thanks for the replies everyone.

I think I'll get the two 1x12's and experiment a bit with different speakers since I'm not really sure as to what I want. I tried a cab loaded with the infamous V30's a couple of days ago and distorted sounds were way too bright for my tastes (cleans were awesome though). I like big fat dark sounds.

I'll let you guys know what I'll settle on.

[danastas]

Sounds like you're looking for a Mesa 1x12 3/4 open back with Black Shadows.