Rob Chapman - "the best guitar cab" He's EVER HEARD - Alex from Barefaced explains how it works

A few weeks ago Rob Chapman told us we have made the "best guitar cab" he's ever played. ( • Well I Never Expected ... ) Well, we thought you'd like to know how it works..
Alex - Barefaced Chief Engineer and Founder - is here to show you how the patent pending AVD design of the Barefaced guitar cabinets, (The Upsetter 110, Reformer 112 and Radical 212H) disperse your sound into the space you're playing, so your tone can be heard by everyone.
Now with the choice of ANY Celestion driver, and completely customisable.
Find out more at barefacedaudio.com
The Upsetter 110 - barefacedaudio.com/products/u...
The Reformer 112 - (seen in this video barefacedaudio.com/products/r...)
The Radical 212H - barefacedaudio.com/products/r...
(The Upsetter 110 was formerly called the GX, and the Reformer 112 was formerly called the GXII.)
See more of Rob Chapman at his channel
( / robchappers )

[@pauljohn5584]

Yeah this is amazing. I can't believe this is the first time someone has addressed this issue with a proven acoustic technology. Wow

[@bjornfsteen]

Mind blown. I've been playing guitar since 1982, and I bought a Mesa Boogie Mark IV combo in 1991. I assemble my own guitars. You just got yourself a new customer. I'm of the "cabinets are a necessary evil" and have relied more on other factors (cables, mic position, etc) for sound. This is amazing.

[@BarefacedAudio]

That's great to hear (and obviously your tone will be even more great to hear with a Barefaced AVD guitar cab!) A

[@bossarosa]

A demo showcasing the 1x12 in a loud band setting would be awesome.

[@grygrskls]

This is always the litmus test, the benchmark, the burning question. Without this, most demos are not as helpful as they could be.

[@HawkwardSolo]

Yes, actually pushing it further. Try your whole line in a band.I'd like to hear the 1x10 as well against a loud drummer

[@BigfootEngineering]

Absolutely fantastic!! It’s so wonderful to see the antiquated guitar cab totally reformed!

[@Netballman]

Great to have the theory explained so well - and the demo is awesome, really makes the point of the difference! Well done Alex!

[@NeverEatenChestnut]

After watching the video with Rob I IMMEDIATELY placed my order. This is the cab I’ve been searching for for years. Im so excited to receive mine! I still haven’t had any confirmed date of arrival yet but i’m looking forward for when it comes!

[@themodularmodular]

Did you get the cab yet? Please keep us updated with your thoughts, thanks

[@NeverEatenChestnut]

I did indeed! About 2 weeks ago I received delivery. It sounds incredible! I was a little bit skeptical of the video, not wanting to believe that the multi-directional sound actually worked but to my relief it definitely does! Fills the room with sound! I had an Orange 2x12 closed back cab before this which is a MONSTER in both sound and weight, and it suffers badly with placement and directional sound. Unless you are stood directly in front you do lose some of the sound, especially in a band/gig enviroment. But with the Radical 2x12 this is definitely not a problem. It lacks SOME of the bass/lows and that punch of the Orange but the fact it is easier to transport and I can actually hear it makes up for that fact. Build quality is excellent and I do not regret my purchase one bit! It did arrive in the wrong colour that I requested but that was easily rectified with their excellent customer service team :)

[@hardcaseband5615]

Just used my new GXII for the first time at an outdoor pub gig tonight. The drummer commented how much clearer he could hear me compared to a Marshall 1936 2x 12" (same amp settings). The cab was mic'd through a large PA and the sound man commented how great the tone was! 😎

[@leburnmaddox3532]

I'm seriously impressed. Small efficient cabs are what's needed. Your cabs offer solutions to a multitude of problems. I'm gonna buy one 💪🏾😎🎸

[@adaptercrash]

Yea like 3 of them montage can fit alnicos I dunno about bareback... and they aren't making them anymore luckily I got 2 of them

[@PooNinja]

Finally innovation in cabinet design after years of just open, closed, thank you barefaced 🤘🏽

[@georgefromgreece4119]

Nothing pioneering, those designs have been going on for decades. Cheers.

[@PooNinja]

@@georgefromgreece4119 it’s not for guitar but the MBL 101 X-treme is my current favorite loudspeaker design.

[@georgefromgreece4119]

@@PooNinja thanks for the feedback!!!

[@Tankerbell21]

You passion is clear. I love the transparency of the design. I will recommend this to my guitar friends. Strangely I'm a drummer...but...we're all lovers of good waves here.

[@tuck1s]

Great demo, good crisp explanation too.

[@leo.nordmann]

When I can afford it again I will definitely get myself one of those 1x12 cabs. Really like that you're actually innovating things.

[@Pakemania]

This is one of the coolest pieces of gear I've seen in a while.I saw Rob's video and I was baffled at how big of a difference it makes. Great job, I'm looking forward to seeing more of these types of cabs in the future.

[@magnusberger6762]

You were baffled. :)

[@kunkmiceter]

​@@magnusberger6762After watching this video, I think we all need baffled. 😉👍

[@jamestopping4248]

I just got the uprising 212v and use it with modeling and a power amp. It is the best sounding cab ever. The acoustic science of the rear vent is the most amazing thing ever and the cab weighs nothing. Thank you for making this!

[@MintStiles]

I dont think any thing is "free" in the world of audio, but this is great advancement in a field that most have all but ignored. Fantastic work and looking forward to try.

[@ivonsmith4255]

Just ordered my Reformer 112!! Can’t wait!

[@StangDGB]

That is fascinating! I need to see and hear one in person! I have played 4x12’s for forever to try and get a bigger sound, this seems like such a great idea!!!

[@MrDavemiley]

Love the detailed explanation of how these cabs work . Awaiting my Bareface 2/12 H !

[@danielbrown-ed8vd]

Incredible..... I'm about to build a cab for a 12 inch Blue back...... this video has just changed everything

[@MrDavemiley]

Got My Barefaced 2/12 a few weeks ago, Really love it !

[@moonstonekings2230]

20 years of search end up in here. That is kick-ass product!

[@Bleats_Sinodai]

Please get combos made with that cab technology! You'll revolutionize the industry!

[@Mmaattt88]

I would be interested in buying one of this! I've been looking and comparing combs like "Roland GA-212" and this sounds amazing

[@bjornfsteen]

Agree, they need to either make the full combos or team up with somebody that specializes in amps and the other aspects of sound. Companies like Swart come to mind.

[@joelonsdale]

@@bjornfsteen Why? It's pro gear with a high (er) price tag and most pros are happy to use an amp head and cab, and often swap around. The benefits of this cab are largely wasted on bedroom noodlers... I like that they are specialists in speakers!

[@Parcolai]

@@joelonsdale Because pros don't occupy that big of a chunk in any market and the money is with the masses. That's how I see it anyway. It's not like they are making custom solutions with a big contract. I think it would be great to sell the tech and negotiate contracts with other manufacturers where they get a cut for each unit sold with their tech in it. Or if they can make a retrofit kit for cabs and combos.

[@joelonsdale]

@@Parcolai Of course, you can make mass market crap and get rich. Or you can specialise, sell something amazing to fewer people and get less rich but keep your soul.

[@TheFunnyzach]

when these become available on a slightly more affordable level in the US, I will purchase the 2x12. They seem like the real deal. Fantastic work

[@MrDavemiley]

I just got my Bareface Radical 2/12 H in today August 22, 2019 here in Texas (just south of Houston) Ran it through the paces with my Kemper and a PS 2 for power as well as my Todd Sharp JOAT 20 RT No complaints at all . Sounds fine . . not too bright, not too dark . . . . just right . . and is definitely one of the better 2/12's I have owned . Love the light weight too , noticeably lighter than the standard size AVATAR 2/12 I sold a while back. Satisfied buyer here !

[@mateusz-drozd-music]

Astounding! well done guys!

[@adamstainer4637]

incredible. I'm sold.

[@aldito7586]

AMAZING !!! I really heard the difference between the 2 cabs. But then again, - I expect no less from Barefaced Audio. I heard the boys over at Anderton's demo Their bass cab's. Best I've ever heard...

[@MrDavemiley]

I am very impressed ! Alex responded to my email very quickly .. I want to see a demo of the 2 /12 ! Selling some gear to get one of these ASAP !

[@jonmitchell1968]

I have one. I have a Zilla 1x12 and a Zilla 2x12. The Barefaced is amazing. Light and sounds absolutely amazing.

[@MatthewElvisBrown]

Great demo - cheers :)

[@michaelfern945]

Excellent video. Looking forward to trying the 1 x 12

[@gravydippedgrab-handles7194]

The green tolex covers caught my eye, but this video got me to order one 20 mins ago! Can’t wait for it to arrive.

[@godislove8740]

Having recently watched Johan Segeborn play through a Thiele cab I thought Id make one so I YTd it and ended up here instead. Youve ruined all my plans now. Thanks. Sounds amazing. BTW

[@not1fromyourworld]

That sounds really great ,I'd like to try one

[@srsanders455]

Amazing, I want one now

[@milesskoog7675]

I need one of these in my life.

[@herbrubio4474]

Absolutely brilliant - where have you been all my life?!

[@richardlynch5632]

Cool. About time this engineering became available 😎👍❤

[@rodrigoavila4133]

i am so impressed

[@thomashawke2822]

Awesome job! I want one, building my home studio now :)

[@jonathanray4598]

Barefaced WON HANDS DOWN!!!

[@justingarzamusic]

this is incredible!

[@AmundBlixAaeng]

Got my Reformer 112 today and this shit is for real! Incredible 1x12!

[@giannibiancocircus]

Great job 💙✌️

[@pbosche]

Jeez, I’m glad I found this as I was about to purchase something else!

[@RulgertGhostalker]

I am on my way to your website. it's about time someone did something about guitar cabinet beaming.

[@bannedit999]

I used to work at Zilla Cabs. At first, I was sceptical about the design thinking it was a bit of marketing hype. Very impressed to say now I've heard several in person, including my bassist friend's first show with his Bareface. From the stage, he really didn't know how much more powerful his bass was and had to dial back his settings! That thing shook down the place!

[@nurk_barry]

So I’ve been building my own cabs for a few years now, guitar, bass guitar, and pro audio/car audio bass cabinets. I’ve done a little research and use software to get my dimensions right, especially on bass or car audio where the physics really translate into better power handling and performance, etc…. I love this resonator , it’s genius. I’ve got a V30 sitting around loose that needs a cab, and I know I have to try making one of my own. It’s oh da awesome. Of course, when it comes to guitar, I’ve noticed that you can kind of just throw some speakers in a box not pay a whole lot of attention to the dimensions and shape and still get a pretty decent sound because guitar cabinets were never designed with all of these cutting edge principles of acoustics in mind in the first place they were just trying to get loud.

[@Sabbra]

Amazing...just discovered it now

[@BarefacedAudio]

Good name!

[@SamAlexander14786]

These seem insane! I was debating getting a Victory 2X12V however they are they same price as your own and I think I'll be going with yours!

[@middle_pickup]

I'd like to see you take one of these into a studio and shoot a video showing off your cabs in a live room with close mics and room mics blended. I wonder how useful this design actually is in a professional enviornment.

[@NickFabi]

Hi Alex, great product that I recently had the pleasure of hearing. Any chance there is going to be a 15” cab for that clean jazz tone 😳

[@jdmarti100]

Sounds like a great idea for those who use close backed cabinets.

[@ChadWork1]

Hi Alex, I'm close to pulling the trigger on one of these 1 x 12 cabs, but I can't find any demos of the cab miced up normally. Can you direct me to something like that?

[@mgalbu]

Amazing!

[@mattfleming2287]

I’d love to hear the 2x12 with a low wattage head and a band. I think your cabs would allow a 25 watt head say to compete with a drummer.

[@xiwiwix]

2nd this! Use a Mesa Mini Recto, and just because I have one, but because I have one.

[@Mikey__R]

A lot of people don't realise how loud 25 to 30 watts is, even when driving a cab designed 60 years ago: the Vox AC30 was designed as an amp for club gigs. The awesome thing about Alex's design is how it sounds off axis, not necessarily that it's any more efficient.

[@toddc453]

love the figure 8 wall!

[@thinasmemories]

Todd Cushing thought nobody was talking about it

[@tezzo55]

Astounded indeed my dear dude. Guess I'll head 2 your sight then. I was wondering if u sell driver-less cabs, as I've got a few JBL 120s and I love their sound. Cheers t

[@bruceskelton8160]

yep, it works. great design

[@utai4571]

ok i'm sold, i came across your cabs a few months ago but i absolutely didn't care because i didn't take the time to read about it i just thought "meh ok a new cab , favorite and forget for when i want a new cab" but this demo is truly amazing, disturbing i should say, i mean it's so simple yet so effective! It's a true issue that has, in my knowledge never been adressed . Now the only problem i see with cabs is the tone when you are facing the cab, i don't know why i always hated it, no matter the cab or speaker, it always sounded "painfull" that's why i always play at an angle from my cabs. anyway great tech and great cabs!

[@GeauxSaints121]

Looks Killer. I have a 112 Forte Cab and these look very intriguing!

[@BarefacedAudio]

The Forte cabs are a classic case of a bright idea but not a lot of science so it's not as well executed as it could be! A

[@ijahtom]

Im to much of doubting Thomas. In me is the question if you just kept the speaker mic on a bit louder in the mix and offed it or lowered it with the non barefaced version? You see, in my heart I wish this very type of thing in my live but I think unless I hear it myself in physical to know it for a fact. Grtx and nuff thanx for good worx and lovely teachings! Well wishings and 1blessed Love

[@daveandrew7014]

Sounds better definitely! But would it make any difference in close mic application?

[@atithesnail]

I'm really impressed of your idea and the product itself, and i'm also almost ready to order one. However there are very few clips of your products, and it is hard to judge, if it would be a good deal for me or not. I think it would be great, if you would have some more tests, mainly with room mics and with various heads. Also it would be great to know about it's volume level, would a 1x12 be enough for a full band, even with a metal band? How louder the 2x12 is? Would that be good for a metal band? You could ask for a guy like Rabea in your area, i think it would be a great idea to spread the word about your cabs.

[@MrDavemiley]

I just ordered the 2/12 H I hope it is not too much overkill ! That 1/12 seems to sound huge . Please Demo of the 2/12 !

[@DreidMusicalX]

Ok, what body part do I have to sell for a 2x12?

[@robdelabassist]

Fantastic demo :) how about some bass cab comparisons

[@jameslanclos568]

I have a Quad Cortex effects pedal and I’m interested in the Barefaced Reality 112 FR. So far from what I’ve gathered on the internet, this seems to be what I’m looking for. What Barefaced model would you recommend to pair with the Quad Cortex ??? The Reformer, The Reality or what ??? Which models are compatible with the Quad Cortex or any other similar device ??? At first I was interested in the Friedman ASC12, Line6 Catalyst 200, Laney FR 112, Redsound, etc. Can you please help me ??? I want something that will sound as close to guitar amplifiers as possible, complete with feedback, etc.

[@user-sb3wh3dd4v]

From reading the specs and being an audio engineer, I know the science behind Barefaced cabs is real. I have also heard the bass cabs in person and they are astounding. I just wonder with this pandemic, where in the hell people will find any gigs to make use of these blessedly lightweight yet powerful designs. They are certainly worth the price, but only for musicians that can find work.

[@BarefacedAudio]

g Yes, we’re certainly seeing that problem - hence more making of videos and less making cabs. If it doesn’t change soon then Barefaced will have to shrink to survive and then rebuild as the gigging economy returns. Such is 2020 life! A

[@kevinclarke9406]

Wish the guitarists I work with would invest in these. Compared to the Barefaced cabs, all we get is: On-axis: shriiiiill! Off-axis: muuuudd! IME, their bass cabs are by far the best I have ever heard (and felt).

[@midnighthour4299]

I compared the Barefaced112 to a Bluguitar Fatcab ( closed back 60w 112 ). I did not hear any increase in volume. Also I would advise anyone thinking of buying one, who plays in pubs and usually sticks their 112 cab on a chair/bench, to remember this is a rear ported speaker cab, to get the best from it you need it unrestricted at the back. These are a lot of money, so you should bear these in mind.

[@LeonTodd]

Instant like for the Arthur C Clarke reference. Very interesting little beast!

[@aorsoul...7532]

Very keen to hear the 2x12 so I can stop lugging 2 Diezel 4x12s around. The 1x12 sounds amazing too.

[@BillySoundFarm]

I want one

[@twincam96Deluxe]

I would buy it immediately - first I need to become a good guitar player 🤘

[@mcmSEA]

Very nice, thank you! BTW is that the artwork from Elliott Smith "Figure 8" behind you in your portion of the vid? Nice touch if so :).

[@BarefacedAudio]

Michael Murray It is indeed! Bobby made it from scrap ply on the CNC machine, quite a feat!

[@anthonyman8008]

Amazing! What if I want to build a 2 - 18" cab for my bass amp?

[@BarefacedAudio]

We've tested this at length for bass guitar to see if we could apply it to our bass cabs and for most bass sounds it doesn't help - similar to how it's very rare to add reverb to bass. You want immediacy rather than space with bass so it doesn't fall back and get buried in the mix.

[@garymcaleer6112]

Excellent. I'm sold. I'll see about pricing and shipping.

[@thewaldfe9763]

Any Celestion... so Kemper Kone would be possible too?

[@meowwoem6372]

i'd love to buy one. however. I just don't have the money. have you thought about kits so people can build their own and put their speakers in?

[@SSVplus]

lol no! Of course not.

[@ivonsmith4255]

This is kind of amazing - right now Im wandering what special and compact cab to get; i just got the tiny Hotone Britwind dual amp pedal; Im at the point of having a custom cab built to get the sound i wanted but this thing might be easier lighter....I was gonna get a 1x15"sealed cab made...perhaps yours is different? But i do need 4ohm speaker

[@BarefacedAudio]

We can do 4 ohm speakers in certain models! But impedance is always secondary to tonal needs, and also less important than sensitivity when it comes to loudness.

[@chrismccarter6875]

Would love to see a comparison of the 1 10 vs the 1 12

[@eureitz7490]

yep, wow...that's pretty amazing...would an EV 12L work with these? They'd have to be custom made, no?

[@AndreasHontzia]

That's really good engineering. Do not stop with the electronics. Go on with physics of the air. Well done. Next level: Make the back adjustable to be able to tune it. 😎

[@BarefacedAudio]

How sound works in air seems to be such an afterthought in guitar gear! Adjustable (moving parts) on speakers are rarely a good idea because of the risk of vibrations or buzzes - but if it was possible how would people be tuning it? Tuning these AVD to do what we wanted required a really analytical process, which I can't imagine many guitarists getting right - it's not like tuning an instrument! ;) A

[@AndreasHontzia]

@@BarefacedAudio Thank you for your response! Yes indeed, it is complicated, but not impossible! Just engineer and design easy controls for it. (Just kidding... :D) But good to see, that there is still room for innovation! I am learning to play guitar for a year now and I am still figuring out, what setup I would like to run. Currently my setup is a guitar, audio interface and a linux computer with headphones.

[@svarfinnbogason3645]

Wow!

[@be5627]

I want this so bad!!!!!!!!!

[@paulwatson9217]

So if there’s up to 100 milliseconds with no audible difference, and Alex said 50 milliseconds is a backstop 30 feet away, dose that equate to 60 feet away with 100 milliseconds or dose it not work like that? Just wondering that’s all.

[@harristravis2727]

Just curious how does the logic behind the AVD compare to a thiele cab?

[@BarefacedAudio]

I've been making some videos about the development of what became the AVD cab - have a watch of them! However, I shall do a video explaining Thiele (and other non-standard guitar cab designs).

[@churchie45]

Good vid, hreat to get such honest and positive feedback from Rob. Would AVD work on your bass cabs, or since the frequencies they push out are, essentially unidirectional, would it be redundant?

[@BarefacedAudio]

I'm not sure if it's possible (our bass cabs move so much air and the AVD in the guitar cabs would go turbulent and stop working with that much air movement) and if it is, whether it's beneficial!

[@kunkmiceter]

Every guitarist who watches this video is like,...😯

[@howiebowiesrv]

I would really like it if you made video where you use a Fender Hot Rod deluxe together with a Barefacedaudio reformer. I’m thinking of buying one as an extension cab or even maybe unplugging the combo speaker if that’s what works best. Please?

[@BarefacedAudio]

We can do that if you have a Hot Rod Deluxe you can send us! ;-)

[@howiebowiesrv]

@@BarefacedAudio :) Quite costy since I live in the north of Norway:) Very eager to try it out. Might just order one an try it out myself. I'm sure it will work just greatd:) Very curious what it would do to the sound compared to what comes out of the combo speaker.

[@christianmeza4529]

Do they use that tech in studio monitors or live loudspeakers? This is a very impressive concept.

[@BarefacedAudio]

I've not been able to find any prior art for this in any audio field, which is why we've made a patent application. However the concept comes from my learnings about the importance of polar pattern and the interaction of a speaker with the room its in - a big influence was the late Siegfried Linkwitz, whose website is a mine of information: www.linkwitzlab.com/

[@christianmeza4529]

@@BarefacedAudio thank you. I'm excited for this technology.

[@wolfhorsky]

Great design. You should send one to Henning (EytschPi42).

[@lorencing]

Excellent! Amazing effect/sound! Just what I needed to start tweeking my 2x12 cab :) could you apply this system to a 2x12 cab? And in the end of the video I got the answer. Thank you Bareface for this ingenious idea! And I hope I gat a chance to test your speakers one day.

[@BarefacedAudio]

We actually have two different 2x12" guitar cabs now - one vertical, one horizontal!

[@lorencing]

@@BarefacedAudio hope they catch on. Have you experimented with the slot/opening being off axis with the driver or does it sound best when the opening is on axis? The horizontal is the one that has a large port behind one speaker and the small bass reflex in the middle or is there another one?

[@BarefacedAudio]

@@lorencing It works best on-axis with the driver but the spokes of the frame matter. Yes, the 212H has an AVD behind one speaker and the other speaker's rear output only adds lows via the AVD and port. The port is there to adjust the tuning frequency, both the AVD and port are driven by both 12" speakers.

[@ImaginaryEvil]

Would love a super small bass cab (1x6 perhaps). That would be EPIC

[@edwinandrews8497]

It's a ten inch, but it sixteen pounds, and it IS epic! barefacedaudio.com/products/one_10

[@PROFETAJCM800]

Really surprised, congratulations !!! I'm from Argentina, how can I buy a 1x12 ???

[@BarefacedAudio]

You can order direct from us, via our website. Email us for advice first! A

[@martinpettersenlangebraate5153]

I think the radical 2x12 would sound killer with my Rockerverb 50 MKIII head!

[@wolfhorsky]

Send one to Henning and Glen to test it in their studios.

[@MICKEYISLOWD]

OK I am happy with the cabs. I want to purchase a cab or two for my Mesa Triaxis and Mesa 2:90 power amp. My rig runs in stereo so can I buy a 2/12 stereo cab or do I need two mono single cabs...? I am not sure what to order...Pls give me some info as to what to order pls:)

[@BarefacedAudio]

Email us on [e-mail] and we will help out! Two Reformer 112 cabs is probably the best way to go.

[@javierloperena4980]

How it work with my headrush pedalboard and line 6 hx stomp?

[@BarefacedAudio]

You'd need to add a power amp, so you could get one of those pedal-sized power amps for you board. Email [e-mail] and I can go through your set-up in more detail! A