Greenback (G12M-75 regular reissue) in a 40W 1x12 combo? *EDIT: Got an Eminence Wizard* *EDIT 2: back to a V30*

[LCW]

So regular G12M-75 (hz). Not the Heritage one. Thinking of getting one for my DSL40CR. Currently running a V30 which I love, but I also have a Mesa Badlander setup with a 4x12 loaded with V30s. So looking for something a bit different maybe with the DSL40CR.

Can a 25W speaker be used in a 40W combo? I use at home so don't crank it anywhere near max volume.

This one:

Celestion G12M Greenback - 12 inch 25W Guitar Speaker

Celestion G12M Greenback - A guitar speaker with broad mid-range attack and restrained top-end, delivering punchy chords and searing lead tone without fizz

celestion.com

 

[Dogs of Doom]

sure, as long as you're mindful of the volume...

 

[LCW]

sure, as long as you're mindful of the volume...

How risky is it?

 

[Scumback Speakers]

How risky is it?

I'd make sure your amp volume doesn't exceed 3-4, or you may be smoking that G12M like a joint.

 

[TonalEuphoria]

If you're interested in alternatives. Personally I like the quality and tone out of the Warehouse guitar speakers these days a lot more than what Celestion is doing now. But to each their own.

12" Invader 50 - 50 watts | Warehouse Guitar Speakers

 

[LCW]

I got an Eminence Wizard. Local speaker shop suggested it. It’s 75W. So far seems like it’s sounding what I was wanting - vintagey, 70s ish rock (Zep) and early metal (Sabbath).

Needs to break in of course. It’s a little crispy. But the tone is there.

 

[Im247frogs]

I got an Eminence Wizard. Local speaker shop suggested it. It’s 75W. So far seems like it’s sounding what I was wanting - vintagey, 70s ish rock (Zep) and early metal (Sabbath).

Needs to break in of course. It’s a little crispy. But the tone is there.

Yup. I opted for the Guvnor but they're damn good speakers.

 

[mallcorn]

So regular G12M-75 (hz). Not the Heritage one. Thinking of getting one for my DSL40CR. Currently running a V30 which I love, but I also have a Mesa Badlander setup with a 4x12 loaded with V30s. So looking for something a bit different maybe with the DSL40CR.

Can a 25W speaker be used in a 40W combo? I use at home so don't crank it anywhere near max volume.

This one:

Celestion G12M Greenback - 12 inch 25W Guitar Speaker

Celestion G12M Greenback - A guitar speaker with broad mid-range attack and restrained top-end, delivering punchy chords and searing lead tone without fizz

celestion.com

Maybe you should consider a Celestion Alnico 90watt Cream....

 

[Matthews Guitars]

G12M65 Creamback.

 

[Fred_Bee]

I'll second that. The Creamback is a Greenback with more capacity. I have had both, and also a Redback, for an even more powerful amp, and I have found the same flavor in all three.

 

[peterplexi]

So regular G12M-75 (hz). Not the Heritage one. Thinking of getting one for my DSL40CR. Currently running a V30 which I love, but I also have a Mesa Badlander setup with a 4x12 loaded with V30s. So looking for something a bit different maybe with the DSL40CR.

Can a 25W speaker be used in a 40W combo? I use at home so don't crank it anywhere near max volume.

This one:

Celestion G12M Greenback - 12 inch 25W Guitar Speaker

Celestion G12M Greenback - A guitar speaker with broad mid-range attack and restrained top-end, delivering punchy chords and searing lead tone without fizz

celestion.com

My favorite speaker for Marshall now is a Celestion G12H Creamback 75. It is an amazing speaker for all things Marshall. Pete Thorn and George Metropolis will also agree FWIW!!

 

[LCW]

Maybe you should consider a Celestion Alnico 90watt Cream....

Maybe I shouldn't. $320 for speaker... no thanks.

 

[LCW]

G12M65 Creamback.

I'll second that. The Creamback is a Greenback with more capacity. I have had both, and also a Redback, for an even more powerful amp, and I have found the same flavor in all three.

My favorite speaker for Marshall now is a Celestion G12H Creamback 75. It is an amazing speaker for all things Marshall. Pete Thorn and George Metropolis will also agree FWIW!!

I'm good guys. Made my choice.

 

[Mrmadd]

G12 65 WATT Creamback ALL THE WAY.
Hope I am note too lare to chime in.

 

[Mrmadd]

Word is, " Greenbacks are supposed to run in gangs or heards" of 2 but preferably 4

 

[Trem man]

I like the Cream Alnico 90 watt or the Creamback 65 in a combo open back amp.

 

[Greg Rogers]

So regular G12M-75 (hz). Not the Heritage one. Thinking of getting one for my DSL40CR. Currently running a V30 which I love, but I also have a Mesa Badlander setup with a 4x12 loaded with V30s. So looking for something a bit different maybe with the DSL40CR.

Can a 25W speaker be used in a 40W combo? I use at home so don't crank it anywhere near max volume.

This one:

Celestion G12M Greenback - 12 inch 25W Guitar Speaker

Celestion G12M Greenback - A guitar speaker with broad mid-range attack and restrained top-end, delivering punchy chords and searing lead tone without fizz

celestion.com

So regular G12M-75 (hz). Not the Heritage one. Thinking of getting one for my DSL40CR. Currently running a V30 which I love, but I also have a Mesa Badlander setup with a 4x12 loaded with V30s. So looking for something a bit different maybe with the DSL40CR.

Can a 25W speaker be used in a 40W combo? I use at home so don't crank it anywhere near max volume.

This one:

Celestion G12M Greenback - 12 inch 25W Guitar Speaker

Celestion G12M Greenback - A guitar speaker with broad mid-range attack and restrained top-end, delivering punchy chords and searing lead tone without fizz

celestion.com

I wouldn’t try that. A Scumback M75 would be perfect. Great vintage Greenback tone, but available in a few different wattages. 65w would be good for a 40 watt amp.

 

[mallcorn]

Maybe I shouldn't. $320 for speaker... no thanks.

Well, you also could end up buying several other speakers in the hunt for the perfect one and end up spending way more. Just a thought..

 

[mspart]

From the tone of the first post, I assume the combo has one speaker. I would not put the greenback in that combo. Now if the combo has 2 speakers, then the green back should only get 20 watts if in parallel with the other speaker. That is if I understand the question properly. If a one speaker combo, best to get a speaker suited to the wattage.

mspart

 

[solarburn]

You could always run the DSL on half power(20watts)using the GB without worry. If I was going GB I'd use the 20 watt EVH greenie. Sound much better than the 25 watters do IME. Bottom end on them are excellent. The 20's take a beating. At least those in my 5153 412 have. I have over ran that cab by volume and its rated wattage threshold for many years and she takes it all.

I just took out a V30 from my 40C and put in a Celestion Gold. The V30 has been stellar in the DSL. Made the crunch channel better compared to others I've tried. I hadn't really liked the crunch channel even boosted. It was ok with the 70/80, GB128, V series. I have an Anniversary H30 I just purchased to try in it but I got a deal on the Gold and in it went. It's rated at 50 watts so no worries. I wouldn't worry about the Anniversaries 30 watts either. I do run my DSL at a volume of 11am or noon 90% of the time at home.

The roll off from mean to clean on the Gold is rediculous. Eliminates any need for a clean channel. And the chime when cleaner...wow. I'm getting 4 more Golds for my 5150 Iconic 412. Yes...it is that good. No more reading review's on them, good or bad, wondering if spending hard earned $ is worth my time. I Fucking know hehee.