Posted on Jan. 13, 2009
 “ I just purchased the new NV412 from Bass Emporium in Austin TX today. I almost purchased the NV610 sitting right beside it. I took me almost 3 hours to decide, that’s how incredible they both are. One cab is as good as the other; it was a very hard choice. The NV412 sounds like no other ever made! I also auditioned the AE410 & HS410 cabs. All the cabs sound incredible; in fact they are the best! I went there with the intention of purchasing one of the NV Series cabs this time around because I wanted the classic sound. This is it at its very finest, either cabinet! I used a 70’s “Blue Line” SVT head and the combination just killed!! I use all Ashdown & SVT heads. The Aguilar DB750 is next. I’ve been playing bass for over 30 years & finally there is a supreme family of bass cabinets for us all. Jim, Thank you for making the finest bass cabinets on the planet period! ”

Bassist26…Austin, TX

Posted on Feb. 21, 2009
 “ I've had the privledge & cash to buy and play numerous rigs in my life. I FINALLY found THE BEST MADE PERIOD!!! (re: IP112ER) This is what my music sounds like in my head- now its replicated through the cabinets for everyone else to hear what I wanted them to hear. I don't know how you do it in such a small package or for this price but GodBless you Jim & Co for giving the bassist in the world the REAL DEAL....I'll never pay anything else. Any of you guys who have not heard or tried Jim's cabinets- run don't walk to the nearest dealer. Your ears will never be the same. ”

Jay Matthews- Charlottesville, Virginia

Posted on Mar. 5, 2009
 “ Hi Jim, Like many others, I have owned every major brand of bass amp looking for the right combination of tone, size, and power. After countless hours of reading and research I was convinced your IP series was what I had been looking for all these years. When I received my IP112ER I was extremely impressed with its overall packaging and quality. I eagerly plugged in my new preamp - one repeatedly described as a great companion for the IP - and was underwhelmed. Disappointed but undaunted, I continued my preamp search to find one that produced the tone I wanted. On my third try - magic! Once I was able to input my desired tone into the IP112ER what was fed back to me (at immense volume) was that same tone across every fret/string/note on the neck, perfectly clear and at an even and consistent level. My advice to those intrigued by the IP design philosophy - just do it. Remember that the IP Series will exactly reproduce whatever you put into it, so be prepared to invest a little time finding "your" tone generator if you haven't done so already. Jim, thank you for this fantastic feat of acoustic engineering. ”

Warm regards,John Bates-Portland, ME

Posted on Mar. 16, 2009
 “ Hi again, Another comment from me, well I've got ANOTHER Bergantino cab!!! And am about to get another!!!!! OMG!! Owned a NV610 for a few yrs now & LOVE IT -superb cab!!!! About 8 months ago I bought a NV215- SUPERB also. This suits my soul/funk band perfectly as the 6" HF driver adds JUST a little top end- NOT sizzle like a tweeter- but smooth clear tops. Now- like a few Aussie & New Zealanders I know of- we've got an AMAZING choice-albeit a hard one- which cab to use- the NV610 or 215???? I find the 610 all punch & perfect for rock, but will suit ANY type of music!! The NV215 I find is a deeper yet higher cab that you feel more than the 610-not as punchy- yet an awesome cab that sounds great for funk/soul/blues etc.. I can also run my V4BH 100w tube head a li'l harder into this as it's a frction quieter a cab than the NV610- so this suits at some venues where VOL is not needed too much & I can push the V4BH into OD nicely. Am also about to buy a AE112 for my small gigs with my Jazz band. Wil report on this soon. Keep up the great work JIM- great products & service. ”

Rod Lowe

Posted on May 4, 2009
 “ I do not yet own any Bergantino cabs, but I am saving up for one..they are so awesome. I go to Bass Central every day to practice out of them!! I can not wait to own my own..James ”


Posted on May 25, 2009
 “ I just recently joined a blues band, I have been playing for only 2 ½ years but am quickly learning about weight and quality of sound. I did my homework and bought my AE210 from Bass Central. I use a Mark Bass 12” combo right now, when I add my 210 it is an amazing combo and light weight. I own an Ampeg SVT 3 pro and Ampeg 1x15 cab…its sound dead compared to the Bergantino. My plan is to add a 12” Berg cab and buy a separate amp such as Aquilar to give me greater flexability and superior sound. And all in a manageable size. MY last gig was outdoors, I mic’d the AE210 into the PA and it gave all it needed to. Indoors, there is no need to blast the audience, 2 Bergantino cabs and a 500-600 Watt Amp should be all I ever need. LOVE the sound, love the quality, found price reasonable.”

Marc Rosen

Posted on June 25, 2009
 “ I recently purchased the IP112ER with the extension 12 and absolutely love it. I can finally carry everything in to the gig in one trip, not to mention the sound is unsurpassed. I plan on buying one more set of the IP with extension then depending on the gig I can take one stack or both stacks. I think Jim has done an amazing job with these cabinets. I have played metal, rock, funk, jazz thru these speakers and no matter the style these still deliver. ”

Thanks. Shaun Marvin - Bassist US Army Band

Posted on Aug. 26, 2009
 “ Update August 2009 - NV610. Still Kickin Butt but now with the JP SOARS AND RED HOTS (Joey Gilmore PArt time) using the ampeg SVT6 pro. Went back to good ole 1983 GK 800 rb and this Sucker is so Fat and great mids and a little bit crispy for that BOink Funk but mainly we play 3 pc blues need it fat!! I love it..and so do the People in the clubs always get a compliment on the bass cabinet. Now I am also just playin a 4 string Music Man Sterling active bass lightweight and sounds great. Keep em comin BERG!! ”

lol Don - www.myspace.com/indydrt


Posted on Oct. 29, 2009
 “ Hi Jim, I'm a professional player from Montreal, Canada, just wanted to let know everybody how perfect your Bergantino 112's are! I'm still using a lot my 2 EX112, and it just sounded like my bass in studio!! And yes, I finally found an old Demeter VTBP 201 with a Crest Audio CA6! That was your advice, and your advice just made me sound bigger, fatter and cleaner! My rig was perfect, now it's a dream rig! Thank you for your time, your advice and your sound! ”

J-F Langevin - www.myspace.com/jfbass

Posted on Dec. 15, 2009
 “ Hello Jim! I've had my pair of HS210s for about a year now. I think you should know that they are the greatest cabs I have ever used - and I've used plenty of cabs in all sorts of situations! Every time I plug them in, they make me smile. It's amazing what one cab is capable of... hook them both up. and it's heavenly. Thanks for building them. ”

Michael Bailey Newcastle up on Tyne, UK - www.thecaffs.com