BouGear - Appalaches Cabinets - APP212H - 2x12 Diagonal - Part 1

Today on BouGear, I have the honor of testing a 2x12 by Appalaches Cabinets. This is a new company based in Saint-Paul-de-Montminy, Quebec, specializing in the manufacture and design of custom cabinets.

When Eric Lachance approached me this summer so that I could test their APP212H, I wondered from what angle I was going to attack this capsule. After thinking about it, equipped with my preamps and three SM57s, I decided to send a multitude of signal types to the cabinet in order to evaluate its frequency response and its sound-tolerance. I was quite surprised by this “mountain candidate”, particularly by the following two points:

Projection: The projection enhanced by the diagonal positioning of the speakers is probably what struck me most on my first try. I didn't think I'd notice it so much. I appreciated this enhanced projection, which can be a great help at jams or shows to ensure an enhanced sound reference, as the sound travels more easily to the ears.

Frequency response: I've heard a lot of Vintage 30s over the years, and am also familiar with the model of those currently in the cabinet. I had the impression of rediscovering them from a new angle inside the Appalaches cabinet. The cabinet's signature certainly interacts in an interesting way with the frequencies around Low / Low-Mid. The cabinet handles low frequencies superbly and stays tight. I play mainly in D Standard, and sometimes in Drop C. No vibrations detected during my tests.

Special mention for the interesting dimensions, which certainly interact with the cabinet's sound signature. I can't wait to test the 4x12 😉! Special mention also to the logo and the overall aesthetics of the product: a real treat for the eyes as well as the ears.

Many thanks to Eric and his colleague for their confidence. I wish them every success in this superb adventure that is Appalaches Cabinets.

I'd like to take this opportunity to wish you a Merry Christmas 😊! Stay tuned for Part 2 of this review coming out next week to celebrate the New Year.
Rock On! Gear On! Appalaches Mode On!


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Timecodes :
0:00 - Intro
0:13 - APP212H - Intro
0:23 - Riff 1 - ADA MP-1 - Clean
0:38 - Riff 2 - Myasnikov HBE - Clean
0:57 - Riff 3 - Myasnikov Twin - Clean
1:24 - Riff 4 - Peavey RockMaster - Crunch
1:50 - Riff 5 - Peavey RockMaster - Crunch
2:17 - Riff 6 - Myasnikov 2C+ - Crunch
3:06 - Riff 7 - Mesa Boogie Mark IV
3:39 - Riff 8 - Myasnikov 2C+ - Crunch
4:05 - Riff 9 - Myasnikov HBE - Crunch
4:30 - Riff 10 - Peavey RockMaster - Crunch
4:48 - Riff 11 - Mesa Boogie Mark IV
5:11 - Riff 12 - Myasnikov 2C+ - Crunch
5:36 - Riff 13 - ADA MP-1 3TM (Thanks Ken!)
6:00 - Riff 14 - Peavey T.G. Raxx
6:31 - Riff 15 - Myasnikov 2C+ - Crunch
7:22 - Riff 16 - Peavey RockMaster - Ultra
7:56 - Plem's thoughts - Outro


Signal Chain:
Pickups - Blue guitar = BareKnuckle AfterMath + Cobra
Pickups - Black guitar = Dimarzio Super Distortion + PAF 36th
Pickups - Brown guitar - BareKnuckle JuggerNaut + BlackHawk
Pickups - Yellow guitar - Stock Fender Noiseless N3
Ibanez CS-505
Xotic BBmB
Xotic RCv2
Fortin Zuul
Empress ParaEq
Neunaber WET
Mesa Boogie Simul-Satellite
Appalaches Cabinets - APP212H - 2x12 Diagonal
2x Celestion Vintage 30
3x Shure SM57
Focusrite Scarlett 18i20
Cubase LE AI Elements 12

Bass: Fender JazzBass MiM
Camera: Nikon D5300