Recognizable by its green ring around the magnet, the Celestion G12M Greenback is an icon heard on countless recordings. Evolved over decades without losing its identity, it shaped the sound of legendary guitarists like Jimi Hendrix, Angus Young, and Tony Iommi. Its reputation is built on a singing midrange tone that cuts through the mix without harshness.
The G12M Greenback is aimed at fans of rock, blues-rock, and classic hard rock seeking an organic tone. Alone, it enhances low-powered combos; in 2x12 or 4x12 configurations, it elevates powerful heads with a typically British punch. It suits both punchy rhythms and expressive leads, in the studio or on stage.
Present and vocal mids, tight attacks, restrained highs: the Greenback delivers lively dynamics with slight musical compression that makes distortion smoother and arpeggios silkier. The bass remains firm and controlled to maintain definition and clarity.
Its balanced efficiency (98 dB) makes it easy to pair with other Celestion speakers if needed. In a closed-back cabinet, it offers density and punch; in an open-back cabinet, it breathes and gains breadth while retaining that immediately recognizable British character.