Celestion G10 Gold
A 10-inch guitar speaker delivering classic British tone in a compact format, with 80-watt power handling and a ferrite magnet.
Overview
The Celestion G10 Gold is a 10" guitar loudspeaker made by Celestion, designed as a smaller counterpart to the iconic G12 Gold. It shares the same British tonal character—known for smooth, articulate response and musical breakup—making it ideal for compact combos and smaller speaker cabinets where space is limited.
Specifications
| Power handling | 80W |
| Impedance | 8Ω or 16Ω |
| Frequency response | 75Hz–5kHz |
| Sensitivity | 96dB (1W @ 1m) |
| Magnet weight | 30oz |
| Voice coil diameter | 1.75" |
| Frame type | Pressed steel |
| Cone type | Paper |
| Magnet type | Ferrite |
Design
The G10 Gold is a 10" version of the legendary G12 Gold, offering the same classic British tone in a more compact format. It features a specially designed cone and voice coil for a smooth, articulate response.
Context
The Celestion G10 Gold is described as being "From the '60s British ...", reflecting its lineage in the British amplifier scene and the development of the celebrated "Gold" sound associated with vintage rock and blues amplification.
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