Ampeg Pro Neo Cab Series PN-115HLF

Historical Context and Positioning in the Range

The PN-410HLF belongs to Ampeg's Pro Neo series, developed to offer a more modern and "tour-ready" alternative to the brand's traditional cabinets: high efficiency, contemporary aesthetics (metal grille), and a design intended to complement the SVT-Pro family heads without sacrificing the Ampeg sonic identity. Within the lineup, it stands as a high-end 4x10 cabinet, designed for bassists who want a standard backline format capable of handling loud rehearsals, festival stages, and large venues.

Who This Amp Is For

This cabinet is primarily aimed at intermediate to professional bassists who play loud and need a reliable, clear, and durable 4x10. It fits perfectly in rehearsal (with an energetic drummer), in the studio when seeking a responsive and precise cab, and especially on stage where projection and power handling make a difference. Style-wise, the PN-410HLF excels from rock and metal to funk, pop, hip-hop, and modern jazz : the 4x10 delivers attack and control, while the compression driver preserves detail for slap, harmonics, and more "hi-fi" sounds.

Features and Innovations

The PN-410HLF focuses on essential, well-thought-out features. The four custom Eminence US-made speakers handle the low and low-mid frequencies, and the 1-inch Eminence APT:50 compression driver adds definition in the upper spectrum, with an L-Pad control to tailor the brightness aggressiveness to your playing style (snappy pick attack, modern slap, or a more subdued top end for vintage tones). The front port promotes efficient bass diffusion, useful when the cabinet is close to a wall or when stage acoustics vary. The connectivity is comprehensive and pro-oriented: 6.35mm Jack inputs/outputs and SpeakON inputs/outputs for reliable backline wiring and easy chaining.

Sound

You get the typical "mix-ready" Ampeg character: present low-mids that anchor the note, a clear attack, and a quick response that helps the bass stay audible as the band thickens. The 4x10 configuration delivers immediate punch and a strong sense of dynamics under the fingers, ideal for tight grooves and articulated lines. With the compression driver, you can go for a more modern top end (definition, snap, precision) or dial back the L-Pad for a rounder tone. This versatility is reflected in artists with diverse styles: for example, Dave Farrell (Linkin Park) for solid, cutting bass in a modern rock/metal context, or Esperanza Spalding for a more nuanced approach where clarity and detail matter as much as depth.

Technical specifications

Category	Bass cabinet	Color	Black
Cabinet impedance (Ω)	8 Ω	Finishing	Black tolex
Speaker diameter	10"	Power output	850 W
Number of speakers	1

Type	bass cabinet	Sensitivity	98 dB
Speaker Configuration	4 x 10 inches	Max SPL	127 dB
Speakers	Eminence custom US-made LF drivers	Made in	USA
Power Handling	850 watts RMS	Cabinet Material	15 mm laminated poplar
Impedance	8 ohms	Structure	15 mm plywood, robust design
Compression Driver	1-inch Eminence APT:50	Grille	metal, modern design
Compression Driver Level Control	L-Pad	Port	front
Frequency Response	45 Hz to 18 kHz	Casters	removable