5 Versions of The World’s Greatest Guitar Speaker

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  • Опубликовано: 29 окт 2024

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  • @bb_lz9790
    @bb_lz9790 3 года назад +73

    Brings me back to being in college in the late '70s/early '80s. I bought a pair of brand new EVM-12Ls at a local store and carried them (I didn't have a car) a mile and a half (2 Km) back to my dorm to load them in a Blackface Twin Reverb that I had just purchased (without speakers). I thought my arms were going to fall off, but I was young, stupid and determined!

    • @zAvAvAz
      @zAvAvAz 2 года назад +1

      awesome! were you impressed as you got the rig jammin?

    • @bb_lz9790
      @bb_lz9790 2 года назад +4

      @@zAvAvAz It was a monster! Sounded great (to my ears a Fender amp and EV speakers are the ultimate pairing)!! Foolishly sold the Twin in the late '80s and I've regretted it ever since.

    • @ksharpe10
      @ksharpe10 Год назад +1

      @@bb_lz9790 Recreate it, maybe downsize ev in a deluxe???

    • @bb_lz9790
      @bb_lz9790 Год назад +2

      @@ksharpe10 That would rock! Reminds me of an opportunity I once had to buy a Black "panel" Deluxe Reverb loaded with an EV SRO12. I believe the store wanted $400US, which, in the late '70s, was a lot of money.

    • @ksharpe10
      @ksharpe10 Год назад +2

      @@bb_lz9790 Tell me about it, my High school grad. present was a brand new 1973 twin reverb, the 1st with master vol. knob, mine did not push pull though, I babied that amp. it had eminence speakers. I always wanted JBL's for it. I remember seeing sro's they were White and the Magnets on them stuck out the back of a Fender cabinet. anyway new the Twin in 73 was 300.00. i could have bought a princeton in like 99 for about 400. And passed on it. I can remember in the early 90's walking by TRAINWREK amps. and thinking nice but that Wood is gonna get all dinged up, should have been buying not LOOKING. Who knows lots of memories.

  • @Sonic_Axe
    @Sonic_Axe 7 лет назад +54

    The '89 was definitely the best. I was surprised how different they all sounded. I wonder how the new one will sound after breaking in...

  • @sonnakabana
    @sonnakabana 7 лет назад +28

    1989 EVM is a winner. Mids cut through and it's the most balanced sounding speaker.
    Thanks Johan!

    • @JohanSegeborn
      @JohanSegeborn  7 лет назад +5

      +Adeadbanker Isadeadwanker Thanks, that’s my favorite too!

  • @riffsnreviews
    @riffsnreviews 7 лет назад +54

    Timestamps :
    riff 1
    1:39 1989 EVM12L
    1:51 2017ish EVM12L Classic
    2:04 EVM12L Series II
    2:21 Early 1980s Fender EVm12F
    2:34 1983 EVM12L
    Solo
    2:48 1989 EVM12L
    3:53 1983 EVM12L
    4:59 2017ish EVM12L Classic
    5:29 EVM12L Series II
    6:17 Early 1980s Fender EVm12F
    riff 3
    7:09 1989 EVM12L
    7:17 2017ish EVM12L Classic
    7:26 EVM12L Series II
    7:34 Early 1980s Fender EVm12F
    7:40 1983 EVM12L

    • @JohanSegeborn
      @JohanSegeborn  7 лет назад +4

      +RiffsNReviews Thanks, that’s great feedback. I love that kind of feedback!!

    • @JohanSegeborn
      @JohanSegeborn  7 лет назад +2

      +RiffsNReviews I agree the 1983 was better for solos than for rhythm

    • @riffsnreviews
      @riffsnreviews 7 лет назад +2

      You're welcome !

  • @danteprimm
    @danteprimm 7 лет назад +6

    What I love about your videos is they are raw and un-sanitized (this is a compliment) you give us an example of the true product not an over produced cleaned up version.

  • @whitneyschuster2439
    @whitneyschuster2439 2 года назад +11

    seriously every time i see a video from you, homie, i'm like "THIS is what i wanna see a comparison/demonstration of!" everything from the editing, to the ideas, recording techniques, to your general candor, is absolutely wonderful. PLUS you're a wicked and passionate guitarist! thanks for doing what you do 💜

  • @mcp20366
    @mcp20366 7 лет назад +6

    On this particular amp with these settings I liked the 89 best. Great vid yet again Johan. Thanks for enlighting us.

  • @GUSTAVOGEOFFROY
    @GUSTAVOGEOFFROY 7 лет назад +62

    Great, Johan! The 89 one sounded the best!

    • @JohanSegeborn
      @JohanSegeborn  7 лет назад +5

      +Gustavo Geoffroy Veiga Gulart Thanks, yeah that’s my go-to EV. Cheers

    • @jcoulter43
      @jcoulter43 7 лет назад +5

      That was also my pick from all of the other great sounding speakers. Not a dud in the bunch, but the 89 just had that magic sound. Thanks for the tonal education you provide with every video Johan. Have a great rest of the week and I'm waiting with baited breath for what you've got in store for us in Friday's video!

    • @JohanSegeborn
      @JohanSegeborn  7 лет назад +2

      +jcoulter43 Thanks :-) You have a great week too!

    • @scotthutchens1556
      @scotthutchens1556 4 года назад

      I bought EVM12Ls from Mesa/Boogie around ‘89 and one used from what I think is older.

    • @mca1960
      @mca1960 3 года назад

      yes, the '89 is the real deal.

  • @davidwoods80
    @davidwoods80 7 лет назад +117

    Damnit, Johan, isn't it a little sad that I'd rather listen to you test speakers than hear any new band on iTunes? Please quit your job and start making recordings; YOU are the man who can save rock! We need you! Now!

    • @JohanSegeborn
      @JohanSegeborn  7 лет назад +13

      +David Woods You make my day David! :-)

    • @zundap100
      @zundap100 7 лет назад +2

      The best today

    • @cx019
      @cx019 7 лет назад +10

      But he is right! Just release an album. It will be an instant hit!

    • @TheEpicLinkFreeman
      @TheEpicLinkFreeman 7 лет назад

      you can't save that which does not need saving

    • @XChristianNoirX
      @XChristianNoirX 7 лет назад +12

      I watch more videos than play guitar.. it's really sad.

  • @karst41
    @karst41 4 года назад +4

    The speaker comparisons are absolute gold. Your glaring indicates the you are probably having a damm good time making p. Well deserved kudos.

  • @pavelm9078
    @pavelm9078 Год назад +1

    Interesting fact: this channel always has a dedicated video about near each subject I am interested in. Thanks and keep going!

  • @janjoshika
    @janjoshika 7 лет назад +5

    89 - Sounds superb, excellent classic rock sounds!

  • @atellezniemeyer
    @atellezniemeyer 11 месяцев назад +7

    1989 EVM12L best low end

  • @droonkeler6032
    @droonkeler6032 7 лет назад +20

    *insert joke where Johan can make a toaster sound like a '59 Plexi here*
    Na but seriously great playing and epic tone as always! Personally preferred the 1989 EVM12L. Sounded the most thick yet clear through all the riffs.
    Keep up the epic work man!

    • @JohanSegeborn
      @JohanSegeborn  7 лет назад +1

      +Eclectic Music Discussion Club ;-) Thanks man, good to hear that!

  • @montyrayza7220
    @montyrayza7220 2 года назад +2

    Ty RiffsNReviews for the Time Stamps !!! Cheers
    Timestamps :
    riff 1
    1:39 1989 EVM12L
    1:51 2017ish EVM12L Classic
    2:04 EVM12L Series II
    2:21 Early 1980s Fender EVm12F
    2:34 1983 EVM12L
    Solo
    2:48 1989 EVM12L
    3:53 1983 EVM12L
    4:59 2017ish EVM12L Classic
    5:29 EVM12L Series II
    6:17 Early 1980s Fender EVm12F
    riff 3
    7:09 1989 EVM12L
    7:17 2017ish EVM12L Classic
    7:26 EVM12L Series II
    7:34 Early 1980s Fender EVm12F
    7:40 1983 EVM12L

  • @wallyguardian4456
    @wallyguardian4456 4 года назад +2

    Definitely the 83 and the 89 in my ears . Thank you Sir. Always enjoy your video.

  • @swider2911
    @swider2911 6 лет назад +5

    I bought guitar cabinet with two 1989 EVM12L for 200€. Thanks for your test :)

  • @CJ_YT.
    @CJ_YT. 6 лет назад +4

    Series 2, the 83 and the 89 are my favourites

  • @JCKCPA
    @JCKCPA 6 лет назад +2

    1983 EVM L sounds awesome. I had one and it covered Hard Rock and amazing Cleans.

  • @mr.esabsurditiesatrocities1805
    @mr.esabsurditiesatrocities1805 7 лет назад +2

    The 1989 12L sounds outstanding. The Series II and the 1983 are the next two I'd pick. Disappointed by how the Classic sounds compared to those other three I mentioned. Was not wild about the 12F.
    Thanks for posting this video.

  • @Malstrom100
    @Malstrom100 6 лет назад +12

    2:48-3:53 - eargasm.
    That '89 EVM is phenomenal, never heard such clarity and richness in speaker. They all sound good, but that one is a white whale, of course also thanks to Johann and his great playing.

    • @seba.makron
      @seba.makron 4 года назад

      and his in the mix

    • @wisdomoverfear2685
      @wisdomoverfear2685 2 года назад

      I bought a 4-12 cabinet at a yard sale with two vintage Fender 12"s and 1 12" EV 12L that all worked perfect and 1 JBL DC120F 12" that needs to be re-coned ! You don't want to know what I paid for it !

  • @Skullkingd13
    @Skullkingd13 7 лет назад +2

    For me it was the EVM12L Classic and the 1989 EVM12L, both had characteristics that were very appealing in there own ways, can't help but wonder how they would sound blended together in a mix. Thanks for another awesome and informative video Johan!

  • @nycLPplayer
    @nycLPplayer 7 лет назад +8

    The 89 and Fender branded one were unreal

  • @3cardmonty602
    @3cardmonty602 7 лет назад +61

    Preferred the 1989 EVM, but did not like the newer ones.

    • @JohanSegeborn
      @JohanSegeborn  7 лет назад +4

      +Dave Monty Thanks Dave!

    • @whimpypatrol5503
      @whimpypatrol5503 5 лет назад +3

      1989 the clear winner. But did the classic loose so because it has not been broken in?

    • @underpressureman
      @underpressureman 5 лет назад +1

      could have to do with how broken in it is too no?

    • @5000rgb
      @5000rgb 3 года назад +1

      I thought the 1983 was really close.

  • @deenigeechtemaxim
    @deenigeechtemaxim 7 лет назад +1

    Great video and great playing as always! You do a great job creating the perfect enviroment for these test and the results speak for themself, thanks for making these!

    • @JohanSegeborn
      @JohanSegeborn  7 лет назад +2

      +Maxim Thanks Maxim! I’m really glad to hear that!

  • @goobiecaro8135
    @goobiecaro8135 7 лет назад +4

    The 3 from the 80's sound best to me. Those are most likey broken in the best. The 2017 version still sounds stiff; new. Again, thank you for your demos. Each has helped me to steer my way through the mountains of gear I long for. Cheers!

    • @JohanSegeborn
      @JohanSegeborn  7 лет назад

      +Goobie Caro Thanks, I’m glad the videos are put to good use! Cheers Johan

  • @pickledblues
    @pickledblues 7 лет назад +1

    I think one reason they’re so great is they all have great definition and they take a beating.

  • @RyanRossell
    @RyanRossell Месяц назад

    My favorite youtuber atm 😎 rock on man

  • @lroy730
    @lroy730 7 лет назад +2

    Great Video. Definitely a difference , the 89 is my pick. I purchased a pair of 1987 EVM12L's New from a Mesa Boogie ad in the back of Guitar Player magazine. This was before I even had a Mesa, they were for my Peavy Mace 2x12. But I still have them in a 1989 4X12 Road Ready Cab with 2 Celeston Vintage 30's. I have 2 4x12's with the Metallica V30 top EVM bottom and their my favorite cabs.

  • @MarsHalekGuitar
    @MarsHalekGuitar 4 года назад +4

    I like the '83 even though it's a little thinner sounding than the '89. It's got a 70's rock vibe to it.

    • @frankrokob7406
      @frankrokob7406 4 года назад +3

      yeh...i heard it that way to...the fender 1 seems to have had a certain frequency "tweeked"...don't know...but Johan, your station is exellent! I liked the cutting "rasp" of the 83

  • @StringBender567
    @StringBender567 7 лет назад +1

    Excellent comparison as always!

  • @bb_lz9790
    @bb_lz9790 Год назад

    Revisiting this video because I love the EVM12L so much! They came out in the mid '70s. I tried to buy an SRO15 in about 1975 and they sent me an EVM 15L instead because the EVMs had replaced the SRO line then. I returned it and bought a 2x15 cabinet with SRO 15s in it.
    A friend bought a pair of EVM12Ls around that time, but some TL806 cabinets for them and tortured hearing with an Ampeg V4 running LOUD!
    I've owned quite a few EVs (SRO and EVM) speakers since then...only have two EVM12Ls now...

  • @Herfinnur
    @Herfinnur 3 года назад

    Never heard of it before, thank you for doing this!

  • @livingabovethe12th
    @livingabovethe12th 7 лет назад +5

    You have to remember that the lineage of these speakers are not based in them being guitar speakers, they are based in being PA system sound reinforcement speakers... therefore have a far greater power handling capability than most normal guitar speakers for the break-in. the break in period for these speakers is a lot longer because the power handling is so much greater and most guitar amps aren't putting out even close to the amount of power that these speakers can handle.... and as we all know the difference and tonality of a fresh speaker to a broken in speaker is pretty significant. Most guitar speakers we normally use handle between 20 to 70 Watts but these speakers have a power handling capability of 200 Watts so you really need to pump some serious power through these for some significant amount of time to really get them to break in. When I used to work for a well known guitarist who uses these in his 4 X 12's we would actually take PA system power amps and ran pink noise through the speakers in a closed room at skull crushing levels for a couple hours to get the speakers to break in.

    • @JohanSegeborn
      @JohanSegeborn  7 лет назад +2

      +livingabovethe12th Yeah, break in really pays off. Scumback Speakers is one of few companies that offer pre break in as an option. Celestion for instance don’t, which indicate that most people choose to buy “new” speakers instead of broken in speakers. Against better judgement of course. Cheers

    • @imannonymous7707
      @imannonymous7707 6 лет назад +1

      livingabovethe12th what's pink noise sorry I'm not that smart lol

    • @andvgeo2253
      @andvgeo2253 5 лет назад

      @@imannonymous7707 Pink noise is basically static, like that which you would get from a tv not getting signal. Just because you dont know what pink noise is dosent mean you arent smart.

  • @angusorvid8840
    @angusorvid8840 4 года назад +1

    This is, without a doubt, the best amp/speaker combination I've heard you test so far. I love EVs, but they are hard to come by these days, very expensive, and heavier than a tank.

  • @terran236
    @terran236 6 лет назад

    the 1989 sounds so alive and lush full of overtones. I love it. even while looking at another tab i knew when the 1989 came on. Instant gratification. Great Demo!

    • @JohanSegeborn
      @JohanSegeborn  6 лет назад +1

      Thanks! That's my favorite too

    • @terran236
      @terran236 6 лет назад

      you ever mess with WGS12L ? From warehouse guitar speakers?

  • @DomSchu
    @DomSchu 7 лет назад +14

    They all sound different, but all are good imo.

  • @peterlukach310
    @peterlukach310 7 лет назад

    Great video as always. I really enjoy the speaker comparisons.

  • @THUNDERWORX
    @THUNDERWORX 7 лет назад +5

    The Classic seems to have harsh overtones, whereas the sound of the newer model seems to clean those up. I wouldn't have imagined that there would have been much difference between any of them. Your video shows that there truly is a big difference between them. Thanks for posting Johan.

  • @spt3400
    @spt3400 7 лет назад

    Haha I was constantly pausing the video going "What the hell is that pounding noise.. " then I finally realised it's you tapping your foot while you're playing haha :D Great video as always, keep 'em coming.

  • @gr500music6
    @gr500music6 5 лет назад +3

    Although it seems counter-intuitive, the "Series II" is the oldest of the lot shown (I have 2, bought new circa 1980). These were made in the late 70's and early 80's. They sold with the finned heat sink as shown, which some people took off (eg the ones EV sold to Fender). It appears EV is actually the source of the erroneous information that the 12L started in production in 1983. Those of us who bought them before that know better. The Series II moniker may have been to differentiate it from the SRO, as best I can tell, or the even older coffee cans. The SROs at the time had a similar heat sink, but the 12L had one third fewer fins (16 vs 24). In the 12L Series II box, on the spec sheet, came the note that you could write away for plans for a (computer designed !) 1.3 cubic foot, Thiele-aligned, ported enclosure ("TL 806 Builder's Plans"). These appear to have been the design source for the early Mesa ported 12" enclosures. The heat sink would appear more necessary for a small ported enclosure, like the TL806, than open back cabs (air flow is less of a problem open back; sink adds weight and takes up space). The finned sink was dropped on later versions, as well as on the speakers made for Fender around the time. Btw, the frequency response curve on the circa 1980 spec sheet (for a 12L Series II in a TL806) was jaw-dropping. Dead flat from roughly 80hz to 2Khz (at 120 db SPL !). It was a guitar amp designer's dream. They could then focus on amp tone, knowing that the speaker/cab combination would reproduce it well even at full stage volume.

  • @rednmadlyn
    @rednmadlyn 4 года назад

    Hi Johan, greatly appreciate your playing tone and videos. Thank you for posting. Just so you know, I did install one of these things in a fender amp way back in 1976. They were around back then.

  • @demurets
    @demurets 7 лет назад

    Great playing Johan. Love your work my friend.

  • @AggioSound
    @AggioSound 2 года назад

    Great video! I have a Mesa Electra Dyne that came with an EVM 12L Proline 300w speaker. I’m amazed at how much low end and high end the speaker can handle. I never knew these speakers existed.

  • @MarkLumsley
    @MarkLumsley 7 лет назад

    I have many EVM12L IRs on my Axe-Fx 2! I can't wait to check them out! I'll be happy if they sounded HALF as good as how you made them, great video as always! :D

  • @paulstanley9950
    @paulstanley9950 6 лет назад +1

    I have a 1987 Mark III combo with the EVM12L and is an amazing speaker for that amp !

    • @sparkyguitar0058
      @sparkyguitar0058 4 года назад

      Paul Stanley I have an 85 S O B wood and wicker w/ EV 12L. Never knew so much difference. I'm guessing it's the 83 model in this comparison. It does blow great sounds. 60/100 watts, it don't matter to this amp.

  • @EdwardKowalski
    @EdwardKowalski 5 лет назад

    The Fane Studio 12L is a magnificent version of the 12L type speaker. The response is some what flatter (graphs of both are online) Amps may come and go these Fanes are forever. Hard to find in North America expense and worth every penny.
    Awesome content on your channel Johan thank you very much! :)

  • @rickschiller
    @rickschiller 3 года назад

    The 89 and the 83 a close second. Both these older speakers leave the 3 newer EVs in the dust. I thank you for the nicely done comparison videos and suggest it would be very useful to hear the speakers with a clean tone. Soft chords and/or single Jazz lines.

  • @carranen
    @carranen 7 лет назад

    As always : very interesting, thank you johan! my fav: 2017ish EVM12L Classic

  • @SGspecial84
    @SGspecial84 7 лет назад +2

    The 1989, then the current model are my faves.

  • @SONICBOOMERSOONER
    @SONICBOOMERSOONER 4 года назад +5

    My favorites were the 89 & the 83. The 89 sounded like it cut would cut thru the mix best live, but after listening to just those two a/b multiple times, the 83 sounds much warmer and more musical. It would be my choice for recording.

  • @stepvanjoe3469
    @stepvanjoe3469 7 лет назад +1

    they are all great speaker variations providing a surprisingly large difference from one another, the 1989, and 1983 both had that classic hair metal vibe, the 89 a little tighter though. great comparison of the different incarnations Johan

  • @pppaulie73
    @pppaulie73 4 года назад +3

    They are all good, but I like the 1989 version best, and the current version a close 2nd.

  • @thesandman918
    @thesandman918 7 лет назад +1

    Liked the '89 the best...I've got 2 Mesa 1x12 Thiele cabs with an 80's version and one with a newer Mesa sticker on the back and I have to make sure the the 80's one gets connected to my '79 modded JMP and the other to my Framus Cobra or my set up just doesn't sound right! It's amazing how this speaker can vary in sound...I mean they always sound good but if I have the wrong one to the wrong amp in my rig it just doesn't have the sweet spot.
    Just recently converted my two oversized Blackstar 1x12 open back cabs to 1x15's with the Celestion Fullback speaker...I was inspired by that newer Friedman 212/215 cab that is the match for the Butterslax head, also from watching your videos that have demo'd 15's Johan...so now I got my wet/dry rig running 1 evm12L and a Celestion Fullback 15 for each head...it sounds HUGE!
    Thanks Johan

    • @JohanSegeborn
      @JohanSegeborn  7 лет назад +1

      +The Sandman That sounds like a great rig man!

  • @TheFrederic888
    @TheFrederic888 4 года назад +1

    I have 3 original EVM 12L 1983. The 3 first are from the 001 and 035 serial numbers and the third one is 349. The latter sounds very differently, far more crispy. I don’t know if the sounds color has drifted over time. To my ear it’s difficult to say whether it’s better or worse, but I can say that within this same 1983 reference there can be significant sound differences, almost as big as when comparing it with the 1989 reference.

  • @jeff40177
    @jeff40177 7 лет назад +1

    The EVM12 series II reminds me a little of the Gauss speakers in the Fender twin that Steve Jones used on the Sex Pistols stuff. I love his tone on those records.

  • @hjalmarbackstrom5883
    @hjalmarbackstrom5883 6 лет назад

    I had expected a bit of a difference here, but hey the difference was HUGE! I like the "EVM 12L Seeries II" a lot but for that true HiGain sound, the 1983 EVM12L totally blew me away!!!

  • @patrickhayden1977
    @patrickhayden1977 7 лет назад +3

    I like the 83 and 89. I’d like to hear these up against a Vintage 30, as that’s my favorite.

    • @JohanSegeborn
      @JohanSegeborn  7 лет назад +2

      +Patrick Hayden I compare the 89 to a V30 among others in this clip
      ruclips.net/video/Q2-Q_GYfEDY/видео.html
      But the gain is lower in that clip, which works against the EV

  • @fabiocordon1
    @fabiocordon1 7 лет назад +1

    Great comparison !
    They sound very different : my personal choice would be the '89 , then the '83 model...
    With the 89 everything is very clear and still with a very "vintage" sound .
    Thanks !

    • @JohanSegeborn
      @JohanSegeborn  7 лет назад

      +FABIO CORDONI Thanks Fabio, that’s my favorite too!

  • @robertlandry8919
    @robertlandry8919 5 лет назад

    Damnit that's awesome, I was considering one, now I'm sold!!!

  • @misfit88888
    @misfit88888 7 лет назад +1

    Personally, the Fender branded and the '89 do it for me. That being said, I play an '86 Rivera TBR-1 SL so that's the alley I'm already up, I guess haha
    Solid demo as always!

  • @ER-yq1lc
    @ER-yq1lc 7 лет назад

    I've played so many different speakers but always come back to EV's. Played them all through the 80's and haven't found anything that can do what they do. I wish someone would make a neo version. The 10s and 15's make great guitar speakers too, just as good if not better in some applications.
    The large magnet can contribute to some beaming in a combo amp, Steve Kimock complained about this in the Boogie combos.This problem is lessened with multiple speakers but then you suffer even more from the weight. I have a pair in a 2x12 100 watt combo I built and it is a pain to move around but what a sound!
    In single 12 configuration the EV TL806 "thiele" cabinet is really hard to beat, 83hZ in 1.3 cubic feet and 190 degree beam width at 400hZ, around 120 degrees for the bulk of the midrange, really fills up a stage for such a small package and seems to help with the beaming issue.

  • @zAvAvAz
    @zAvAvAz 2 года назад +1

    WGS makes a 12L also! immediately i heard the EVM12L series II sounds like and as the better 1989 EVM12L!
    The additional fizz in the 1983 EVM12L is great in the SOLO patch at 3:53
    The EVM12L classic reminds me of the early 1980 model EVM12L and sounds underwater and without the cut and presence of the others. However on it's own it has all the clarity and mid detail and highs it is just very balanced in the recording. This is less work for a sound engineer or picky over filtering producer or collegiate guitarist or technician in recording and live sound. We are the guitarist and we don't want to get rid of the quirkyness and standouts in our sound.

  • @bobgracia3318
    @bobgracia3318 3 года назад

    awesome vids keep them coming

  • @Kessellish
    @Kessellish 5 лет назад

    Wow those 1989 EVM12Ls 😯😯😯 nothing comes close to them! Blows the others out of the water.

  • @davidcaro8217
    @davidcaro8217 7 лет назад +1

    Great compare as usual, big difference in tonality but all sounds good to my ears. 89 mid sounds scooped and 83 mid sounds bumped.

    • @JohanSegeborn
      @JohanSegeborn  7 лет назад +1

      +David Caro Thanks, yeah the 89 and 83 would do a good job in a 2x12

    • @G-Point-EU-AU
      @G-Point-EU-AU Год назад

      ​@@JohanSegeborn Most of the difference comes from the kind of cone paper and suspension. 83 and 89 (look like OEM made) have approx the same OEM grey paper and are sounding similar. I do not know what the paper is on Fender but it sounds tired - paper/suspension. Series II has this US-made dark gray paper cone, which is not vented through, and sounds very different. Current Classic uses a grey paper cone, but it is something different and sounds harsher. Ceramic magnets (almost) are not aging (like Alnico) so the difference is not in magnets. I hope the coil constructions are similar but who knows more - please let us know.

  • @monto39
    @monto39 8 месяцев назад

    The EVM 12L is such a beautiful and solid piece of speaker construction - but for the bright, stinging and mostly undistorted tone I love a JBL E130 is the king. My cab w/the Electro Voice just sits there now

  • @lespaul6550
    @lespaul6550 7 лет назад +1

    The 5 unlikes to this video are definite proof that there are a few among us who skipped a few evolutionary steps. Sad.
    Rock on Johann

  • @gkol69
    @gkol69 7 лет назад +2

    The 1989 was the best sounding, balanced for rhythm and solo. Then, for the 3 different riffs I liked different speakers that better compliment the riff (after the '89 the Series II for the 1st and 2nd riff, the Classic for the last one). A lot of variation in tone for being "the same" speaker!

  • @Oregon4now
    @Oregon4now 6 лет назад

    I'm sure you have your technique, but just in case it helps... when I do similar testing I use a forsner bit and drill 4 holes in a piece of plywood so that the cabinet feet seat in those holes perfectly, I then anchor the plywood and voila. As long as you don't bump the microphone when you pick up the cab (assuming you pick up your cab to remove the speaker) you're guaranteed exact mic placement. I know how much time it must have taken to make this video. I appreciate it! It made me feel good and sort of reaffirmed my decision to buy a couple of 80s model ev12l's, I love em. Now it time for mixing and matching with other speakers, cheers. Thx again!

    • @JohanSegeborn
      @JohanSegeborn  6 лет назад

      Thanks Jason that’s a good method, I used some physical references on the floor to position it. Cheers

  • @Toys_in_the_Attic
    @Toys_in_the_Attic 5 лет назад +1

    Great demo! 89 is the obvious winner for me. The "Series II" sounded horrible. I have two old Mesa mkIIIs and their original speakers they came with are the EV12L. They sound great. But here's an interesting twist: I'm more of a Marshall guy and have an 87 2555 Silver Jubilee. Today just out of curiosity I decided to test it with both of them connected like an 2X12 cab. The Jubilee which was originally designed with the (then new) V30s sounded insane with the EV12Ls! Amazing sound. If you have one and the speakers as well try it, you may be surprised...

  • @GoldenNuggetRec
    @GoldenNuggetRec Год назад

    Something that is often either overlooked or underdiscussed with guitar and bass tones is how relative it is to the band youre in. If youre recording at home and have control over the sound of everything happening thats one thing. But most tones come from making your sound audible in the mix when facing a bass player, possible more guitar players,maybe keys too and trying to figure out what sound works with everybody elses sound. Most the bands ive been in stated before i was in the band and everybody else had an established sound i had to fit into. Especially with bass that can lead to tones youd never expect to go for. On their own they can even sound suprinsingly bad, but its all about what sounds remain after the rest of the band filters everything out.
    Ive had really great speakers that ended up being really difficult to use in a band setting and then i end up using some other speaker i didnt care about because it worked in context.

  • @gerryloughran1676
    @gerryloughran1676 7 лет назад +5

    first listen !...89 got great 'all round' sound ...Fender gets there ...the rest shine on only top or bottom

  • @hans-jurgenadler2692
    @hans-jurgenadler2692 7 лет назад +1

    Hello Johann, first of all congrats to your videos. Great informative stuff!!
    I have the EVM12L from 1982 built into a PCL Vintage VA1956 Combo (made in germany). They are great speakers but pretty heavy, so is the amp!! It sounds like your model from 1983. I listened to your comparison and my favorite sound is the 1989 version. The 1983 sounds too bright, almost like a EVM12S. It is interesting because the 1989 should be the series 2 of the EVM12L and when EVM launched it some OEM customers were not happy with that sound so that EVM had to refer back to the original EVM12L model calling it the "Vintage Series" (so the rumors say). Do you have any more information on this topic? Cheers.

  • @MisterTee
    @MisterTee 7 лет назад

    I liked the 1989 model the most. The Fender branded speaker was also a pleasant surprise.

  • @TimberwolfBushcraft
    @TimberwolfBushcraft 6 лет назад +1

    I thought of replacing my EVM12L (again) because my combo weighs a ton. Especially because Eminence recently came out with a lightweight EM12N (Neodymium). Already tried some Deltalite and other Neo speakers but nothing came close. The EM12 is voiced quite differently than a modern EVM12L as well.. but I thought the EM12N could be close enough. I always knew from my own experience that there were differences tone-wise between different EVM12L speakers anyway. Now I've found your comparison and think that this '89 OEM EVM12L which looks and 'sounds' quite similar to the last EVM12L I own simply sounds the best. I don't dig the '83 nor the Classic which seems to share some of its characteristics with the '83. After watching the video I checked the serial on mine, seems to be from '90. It's well broken-in and sounds awesome. This made my decision easy. I'll just keep it. Its power rating and tone (which is equally good on bedroom and stage volume) outweighs its weight by far.
    Usually I don't like RUclips, don't watch much guitar-related videos, rarely comment.. but this video was actually informative. Thanks.

    • @JohanSegeborn
      @JohanSegeborn  6 лет назад

      Thanks, glad the videos are put some good use

  • @jasonwhite7462
    @jasonwhite7462 7 лет назад +1

    Johan, you are an amazing player. Personally I dig the '83 sounds raw and cuts right through.

  • @what1864
    @what1864 2 года назад

    EVM12L Series II my fav out of the bunch ...

  • @tommyturner6923
    @tommyturner6923 5 лет назад

    Thank you for this. I was just about to shell out 200 bucks for the Classic model on Craigslist. In my opinion it comes in about 4th place on this list. I had no idea there would be this much difference between the same make of speaker.

  • @tonyiommi74
    @tonyiommi74 7 лет назад

    Some models sounds like Greenback. Amazing video man!

    • @JohanSegeborn
      @JohanSegeborn  7 лет назад +1

      +Tony Iommi74 Thanks man, yeah the 83 sounded very much like a mellow G12M Greenback

  • @seanhammer6296
    @seanhammer6296 4 года назад +1

    I would like to hear you do a comparison of the EVM12S=short throw. I heard them in a 2×12 cabinet once, briefly, and thought they maybe had some good potential. Also EV vs Peavey Scorpion. Thanks

  • @karimba45
    @karimba45 7 лет назад

    You could make the opening of an envelope interesting. I have no interest in changing speakers but had to view this video. You resonate with the people Johan!

  • @billkwan1887
    @billkwan1887 2 года назад

    Really nice sound.

  • @riffsnreviews
    @riffsnreviews 7 лет назад +19

    Prefered the 1st 1989 one the fender one 2nd didn't like the series II. But they all sounded drastically different so, makes you wonder how loads of people call them great speakers when they vary that much tonally, that being said it could also explain why some people love them and some hate them...
    On a side note my celestion BN-300S sounds similar to the 1989 one, not really accentuated frequencies.

    • @JohanSegeborn
      @JohanSegeborn  7 лет назад

      +RiffsNReviews Interesting, I have to try the 300s for guitar! :-) They do indeed vary quite a bit, but they all have that thick distortion texture. Cheers Johan

    • @riffsnreviews
      @riffsnreviews 7 лет назад

      Yeah if you come across one definitely try it, it all around neutral for the most part, I did put mine in an oversized cab though to accommodate bass guitar but I only use if for guitar in the end.

  • @DavidMorley
    @DavidMorley 6 лет назад

    I have a classic in my Mesa IIc+. Perhaps it’s worn in nicely. It’s amazing! I did like the 83 here though. Great demo as always Johan

  • @TheDogPa
    @TheDogPa 7 лет назад

    I'll never forgive myself for selling the original pair I had in the 80's. Had a them in a Mitchell 212 sand cab, fed by a Mesa M180.
    I'll buy more some day! Awesome speakers.

  • @juliochingaling5824
    @juliochingaling5824 10 месяцев назад

    Excellent, bests speakers ever.

  • @kierenmorre5641
    @kierenmorre5641 7 лет назад +4

    I preferred the 89. I thought the 83 next, at first, but having listened a few times, I think the Classic (current) model might be closest to the 89, once broken in ... all companies should do the break-in that Scumback does. Incidentally, would love to hear you compare some Scumback models, with the Greenbacks they're supposed to be based on, Jman ... Cheers! K

    • @JohanSegeborn
      @JohanSegeborn  7 лет назад +1

      +Kieren Morre Thanks, yeah a Scumback will be coming up soon I hope. Cheers

  • @bulletproofzest
    @bulletproofzest 3 года назад

    Definitely love the 1989 the best, and a close second on the Fender version, but the EVM12L series II is no slouch, even though in this video I do find them a little lacking in the low mids by comparison. I lucked out getting a pristine pair of those from a dude for under $200 locally. For some stupid reason I still haven't tried them with my Marshall, but they're something else with my 70s Ampeg V4. Johan you really have sent me on a a major speaker kick. I thank you sir. My wife knows who you are now. Lol

  •  7 лет назад +1

    The 89 = wow 👍 (great test 👍)
    Nice to see and hear my old *fender EV

    • @JohanSegeborn
      @JohanSegeborn  7 лет назад +1

      +Leif Ångqvist Thanks Leif! Yeah the more scooped fender is a good complement to the others

    •  7 лет назад

      Johan Segeborn but the 89 i just say wow.

  • @jonnybeck6723
    @jonnybeck6723 4 года назад +1

    The 12f (Fender) seemed much more broken in...
    Johan you're a madman after my own heart...
    One thing about these EV's, they weigh a f**king ton!
    Great for 'Heavy Metal' (cue foghorn)
    Thanx and... cheers

  • @steveflynn5336
    @steveflynn5336 2 года назад

    That 1983 is a MONSTER!

  • @Boogieplex
    @Boogieplex 5 лет назад +1

    89’ EVM FTW!!

  • @gerrymcfarlane2615
    @gerrymcfarlane2615 6 лет назад

    At the moment I’m using 2 classic’s. But the 89 and the Fender sounded excellent.

  • @chrisf6216
    @chrisf6216 6 лет назад

    Thank you Johan! At 7:40 -- waiting for Dirkschneider to start singing... bring on the camo pants!

  • @PerJohansson-Xeizo
    @PerJohansson-Xeizo 7 лет назад +1

    The 1989 sounded surprisingly clearly better than the others in this test, most open and the fullest tone, but superior standalone sound may not always marry the best with a bandmix. Anyway, interesting as always, someday I will try my 1985 200W Maxon 12" in the brand new Katana and see if there's any improvement. Possibly not as the Katana speaker most likely is matched with the amp :)

  • @gyrospace2
    @gyrospace2 7 лет назад

    Killer tone and killer riffs!

  • @ScottXDavidson
    @ScottXDavidson 24 дня назад

    It seems to me that the EV’s trick is to have a huge magnet to handle the power and are voiced to really filter out a lot of bass and low mids in the first place, so they don’t suffer from a lot of the darkness, boominess, or flubbiness that a lot of other guitar speakers do.

  • @G5Hohn
    @G5Hohn 3 года назад

    Pretty striking how different they are as ostensibly the same speaker

  • @semojo1
    @semojo1 7 лет назад

    Made for metal, they all sound noticeably different but all take the fuzz well, fun demo.