Celestion G12S

A 80W guitar speaker designed as a high-power variant of the classic G12M Greenback.

Overview

The Celestion G12S is a guitar speaker built for higher power handling while preserving the iconic tone of the G12M Greenback. It delivers increased headroom and a tighter bass response, making it suitable for players who require more clean output or perform in heavier musical styles. Manufactured by Celestion, the G12S is engineered to meet the demands of amplified performance with reliability and tonal consistency.

Specifications

Power handling	80W
Impedance	8Ω
Frequency response	75Hz-5kHz
Magnet weight	30oz
Voice coil diameter	1.75"
Cone material	Paper
Magnet material	Ceramic
Sensitivity	98dB (1W/1m)

Design

The G12S is a high power handling version of the classic G12M Greenback, featuring a 1.75" high temperature voice coil and a 30oz ceramic magnet. These design elements contribute to its increased power capacity and tighter bass response while maintaining the characteristic Greenback tone.

Context

The G12S is a direct evolution of the G12M Greenback, tailored for guitarists who need more clean headroom or play heavier styles of music. It retains the beloved sonic signature of the original while offering improved performance under higher power loads, positioning it as a versatile option within Celestion’s guitar speaker lineup.

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