This cab sounds fantastic! one of the lowest rated 410's i have seen (30hz if i recall correctly) and it lives up to that! but the aluminum really does give plenty of the crisp high end and tone you would want from a bass cab. It's not the best tone out there, but it is great for sure, and more than good enough for what i need!

I only put a 9 because it doesn't have a speakon connection. I got an adapter so i could get full power from my LH1000 head, so it worked out, but would have been nice to have that connection in the cab. The handles are great and the metal grill is tremendously durable (as i have seen first hand countless times) It doesn't really need castors given that it's so small and light.

Simple and straightforward 410. It travels well and gives me all the sounds i want.

It holds up extremely well on the road. The first one i got has been to countless shows and a on a few tours.....i have hardly ever had it in any kind of protective case, and the carpet covering is proof of that. But they still play great night after night, and remains sturdy enough for me to jump off of and kick over without worrying whether they'll be okay or not! I sometimes wish the speakers could handle more power, but for being rated at 400 (which is fair for a mid-level cab like this), they seem to put out amazing levels of volume!

This is actually my second purchase of this cab. I wanted a matching 410 after using one in combination with other cabs over the years. The first time i bought it the price was $350....when i got my second it was $450. can't imagine why the price went up, but it was clearly across all the dealers (so probably a manufacturer's mandate or something) and the thing was such a great cab, i decided it was worth the extra 100 bucks. it was a steal at 350, but after paying that once, i can't say i enjoyed paying the new price. still worth the money though.

Haven't had to deal with hartke on this product, so i'll give the benefit of the doubt. they were more than helpful when i needed to fix a hartke head of mine (although it did take a while)

It's an attractive cab for sure, but the carpet isn't exactly my favorite covering. And those speakers do look pretty great, shining under stage lights....but i still prefer the grill cloth look that ampeg cabs boast.

Active Musician

Post Hardcore, Sludge, Jazz, Indie, Folk, Worship

Professional bass player 27 years experience. Have opened for major acts.

Mutilation Metal

Sound is nice and punchy. Lots of high-end articulation and clarity without sacrificing low-end thump. More power handling would be welcome, but 400 watts gets plenty loud and should be adequate for all but the absolute biggest venues.

Really like the flexibility of having two parallel 1/4” jacks. SpeakOns would be a nice addition but weren’t important to my application. One thing I wish the cab had that it doesn’t is casters; 87 pounds is a lot of weight to move by yourself without wheels. I’m adding them myself.

The definition of “plug and play.” Full range so there’s no mucking around with crossovers and biamping. The only limitation is your amplifier, your outboard gear, and your imagination.

Solid, roadworthy construction. I used 410 Transporter cabs in the late 90’s and early 2000’s and the XL Series is a massive improvement over those in terms of ruggedness and longevity.

This is where the 410XL shines. While it’s possible to find cabinets with better performance, you’ll pay a LOT more for them. For the features and the capabilities you get, the value is hard to beat.

Haven’t had occasion to utilize product support and don’t anticipate needing to any time soon.

The 410XL makes a definite visual statement. The aluminum drivers look as good as they sound. A purely aesthetic consideration, to be sure, but it only helps to complement the overall appeal once you start playing.

30 years as a bassist and guitarist, pro and semi-pro for most.

Hard rock, metal

Been playing bass for 40 years. I play bass, guitar, keys.

Alternative, grunge, progressive rock, rock.

I love the sound of this Cabinet,I'm using a SLM Electronics Bass Head,200 Watts @ Ohms to drive it.The tone and bass characteristics of the Aluminum drivers is something i have never experienced, very controlled lows(not Boomy), just nice tight deep sound. The tone is chrisp,but not overwelming.I plan to add the Hartke 210XL bass cabinet on top of the 410XL.I played a Fender Fx-300, 1-15 Bass Combo(300 Watts @ 4 Ohms), for 15 years and the difference is night and day! I traded in the Fender and paid the difference to get this cabinet, I'm glad I did!

Non-Professional Musician.

Rock,Blues,Alternative

Unpacking this cab and playing through it for the first time was incredible! I am glad that I went with the aluminum drivers instead of paper. Definately worth the money for the style I play.

It's plug and play. If you can't figure that out, you are wasting your time trying to play music.

This thing is built like a tank. Mine has a small ding on it but that is probably not the manufacturers fault. Most likely happened during shipping. It will see more of them as time goes on, I'm sure. This thing was built to last.

For the money, this is a great buy!

I have wanted one of these cabinets for years, but didn't want to spend the money.

Active musician

Rock, Classic Rock

Bassist over 40 years/pro

Rock/Blues/Pop

Ex-Pro Hair Bank Lead Guitar

I have been playing for 50+ years, 40 of those years has been professionally.

I play in 2 bands full time and cover a wide selection of music from country to blues to good old fashion R+R.

Very tight and loads of punch if thats what you have dialed in. You can hear every note that is played and I like the way I can express my own style. My sounds can be different depending on whether I am playing my Wick or MM. I havent used the cabinet in a recording studio as yet but if its anything like a live venue then there will be complete satisfaction. I plan on adding a 115 bottom cabinet but for now the 410 is it and it sounds great.I am using the Hartke HA3500 to drive this cabinet and they are made for each other.

Reccessed handles. Castors would be appreciated as this baby weighs in at around 85 lbs. The grill cover is a nice touch and offers protection to the aluminum coned speakers.

Like I mentioned earlier, I am powering this cab with a Hartke HA3500. It takes some time to dial the tone I am looking for. But overall, its not brain surgery.

I feel this cabinet will last for years. The construction feels really solid. No rattles or loose fittings. UPS delivered it and although the box was a bit scarred up, the cabinet was left in immaculate condition. Roadworthy? Without a doubt. No need for a backup cabinet. I feel that this cab is very dependable. Negative comments on the worst aspects. I oredered this cabinet because I wanted one and I am not second guessing my decision to purchase it in the least.

I compared prices on many similiar 410 cabinets. No one comes close to the price I received on this cabinet.

No need for service to this point.

This cabinet is georgeous as far as cabinets go. Sex appeal? You bet.

Active Musician

Rock, Blues,Southern Rock, etc

I recently purchased two cabinets. Very responsive, crisp sound with good punch. Used with Rickenbacker 4-string and Hamer 12-string.

Seems solid, is portable and has recessed handles.

No obvious defect out of the box. Seems suited for the road and is easily transported.

After determining needs, getting specs, getting pricing and trying loads of gear, this seemed the best all around choice.

The rep seemed very proactive. The company seemed blase about my tech questions.

I don't need my gear to have "sex appeal"?!?!?!

This cabinet has a great sound. I love the aluminum speakers. It's no top-of-the-line ampeg (btw I use an Ampeg B2 head) but it's sounds nice.

400 watts is just enough for me.

It's HEAVY. REALLY REALLY HEAVY. Like 80 pounds or something. You might consider something lighter. But, it is a 4x10.

It's very solidly constructed. I've never abused mine, but it could definitely take it. Your back will break before this cabinet does.

I bought mine used, at a good deal. It's great value though - you can go a lot higher and get slightly better sound, but this has the best sound for your dollar.

Never had to deal with Hartke.

Hobbyist

Progressive rock

Wow, this is a great cab. The sound is all i could ask for. It can go just as low as some 115s out there. It has no tweeter but every high note ive played came out loud and clear. Mids are absolutely beautiful and the lows will shake the ground. It can handle the volumes also, so great cab.

I dont have a whole lot of experience with 410s, so i dont know what features other would have, so i cant rate it 10. It has great speakers and an extesnion jack. Handles are good, could be spring-loaded, but its light enough to carry upstairs by yourself. Pretty good features.

I just love it. Quality, if you get it new, i'd rate a ten. But i got mine from a music store and somehow one part behind the grill was not covered.

Took my cash out of my pocket since you need to buy a head that can handle the power also. But solo, its not too bad. Its as good as any other XL and about one hundred dollars cheaper. Sweet!

It's a 410, of course i want it. Rugged carpet covering is fine-thats the way a cab should look. Handles dont pertrude or anything. It all looks nice. It looks a lot better in person by the way. Look on hartkes website for the real picture.