Does a 2x12 sound significantly "bigger" than a 1x12?

[Random Hero]

Thinking of getting a 2x12 cab for my Tweaker. I just want some more "size" to my tone. The 1x12 is a cool sounding cab but would a 2x12 sound significantly bigger? I'm thinking with a 2x12 it's still perfectly giggable, can still get it in the boot of my car etc.

Also the other thing; sometimes I feel like I don't quite have enough low end thump when I gig the Tweaker/1x12. I tried rectifying this a bit by putting 6L6s in there but I just prefer the tone of EL34s. You reckon a bigger cab/more speakers will add some thump and low end thickness?

Thoughts?

 

[gbsmusic]

Of course, you're pushing twice the air. Do yourself a favor and get ahold of a Bogner oversized 2-12 and you'll be in heaven!!

 

[RSRD]

a bogner 2X12 OS does yes. On the whole yes but some of the new cubes coming out are pretty damn tasty.

EDIT: dammnit Greg you are always one step ahead of me

 

[Shark Diver]

Depends on the cabs. I love the Bogner OS 2x12, but I don't think it sounded any bigger than my Thiele. I actually can push the amp more with the thieve than the OS. And mic'd not a chance.

 

[GtarLover]

Some of the 2X12's are pretty big. You are saying in will fit in your car, but I would measure first

That said, for me, I like the separation I can get with a pair of 1X12's. Not to say I don't have a 2X12 too, but for the ability to have cabs I can move easily, stack if I want to, have in different places on the stage or in the room...I have to say I like the pair of 1X12's a bit more than a 2X12. That's just me though...if you don't want to use a pair of 1X12's, the 2X12 may be a way to go.

I am just not getting as much use out my 2X12 because I would rather use the pair. Plus, speakers do have a significant impact on your low end...have you considered swapping out the 1X12 you have??

 

[Badronald]

I'd be shocked if any 1x12 sounded as big as my Hermida ported 2x12 with Vintage 30's. That thing is incredible and it's very small.

 

[Reiep]

I just got yesterday a Diezel 2x12 V30 FL (close back, really huge) to replace my Tech 21 PE 60 (open back, G12K100), it's just another dimension... and only low volume for now, I still have to test it at "correct" volume