For some, they’re just noisy wooden boxes, for others they are the Holy Grail of guitar tone: We are of course talking about speaker cabinets equipped with the legendary Celestion Vintage 30 speakers. There's hardly a guitarist who hasn't encountered these speakers at some point, or at the very least, heard about them. Some enthusiasts might have even entertained the idea of building their own. However, it's not that simple, as a Vintage 30 sounds only as good as the cabinet it's housed in! In this regard, Harley Benton delivers the whole package with the G412A Celestion V30 and demonstrates that an excellent cabinet, crafted from modern materials, can also be genuinely affordable.
As its name suggests, the Harley Benton G412A Celestion V30 features four Celestion Vintage 30 speakers with a total power of 240W and switchable impedance (16 ohms to 4 ohms). In stereo mode, it delivers 2 x 120W at 2 x 8 ohms. The 12" (30cm) Celestion Vintage 30 is iconic in rock music, known for its versatile sound on countless recordings. The cabinet, measuring 71 x 36 x 71cm, provides ample space for each Vintage 30 to perform at its best, and the two upper speakers are angled upwards. Constructed from robust 18mm poplar plywood coated in black Tolex, the Harley Benton G412A Celestion V30 weighs 39kg, which is to be expected in this range. With its sleek black exterior, matching front covering, and white decorative trim, the G412A Celestion V30 boasts an authentic look well worthy of display!
Due to its dimensions, the Harley Benton G412A Celestion V30 is often associated with powerful British tube amp heads, as they will sit perfectly on it. This historic combination, known in the industry as the "half-stack", is ubiquitous in the realms of electric guitar and bass. Of course, the G412A Celestion V30 will perform equally well with any other amp head or combo, and supply an impressive bass boost in the process. To top things off, its reliable design and industry-classic speakers will meet the highest professional standards, and can handle the most intense stage use.
Since 1998, the Harley Benton brand has been catering for the needs of numerous guitarists and bassists. In addition to an extensive range of stringed instruments, Thomann's house brand also offers a wide choice of amplifiers, speakers, effect pedals, and other accessories. In total, the range includes over 1,500 products. Built by established names in the industry, all Harley Benton products combine quality and reliability at attractive and affordable prices. The continuous expansion of the range ensures that Harley Benton always provides new, exciting, and innovative products that keep players perfectly in tune with the musical world, day after day.
Stages and rehearsal rooms are the natural habitats for the Harley Benton G412A Celestion V30, especially in the realm of Rock bands, where it will consistently meet expectations in terms of both sound and looks. With enough gain and volume, it will also capably hold its own against even the loudest drummers. In those rare instances when more power is needed, adding a second G412A will instantly do the trick! However, one mustn’t be misled by the system's impressive appearance - its speakers can also operate quietly when necessary. It's crucial to keep in mind, though, that the Harley Benton G412A Celestion V30 is a lot to handle - both for a car's suspension and the handler’s back. Fortunately, it comes equipped with wheels!