Celestion Golds - 12" version - worth the money?
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I've only used them once myself, in TF/Dave from BKP Forum 2x12 cab, and can't say as I was too fond of them. They didn't sound bad per-se, but was expecting more for the price and the hype I'd heard.
Celestion are in the process of bringing out a 75w version of the G12H-30, which the original I know pairs very well with V30s, and it's what I'm thinking of changing 1 of my V30s for in my 2x12 cab.
I've only used them once myself, in TF/Dave from BKP Forum 2x12 cab, and can't say as I was too fond of them. They didn't sound bad per-se, but was expecting more for the price and the hype I'd heard.
Celestion are in the process of bringing out a 75w version of the G12H-30, which the original I know pairs very well with V30s, and it's what I'm thinking of changing 1 of my V30s for in my 2x12 cab.
Chickenwings
Alnico 6/8
Re: Celestion Golds - 12" version - worth the money?
try a pair of g12k100's. much more meat than a v30.
try a pair of g12k100's. much more meat than a v30.
Re: Celestion Golds - 12" version - worth the money?
i didnt like the gold i had. sounded kinda lifeless. granted im not playing high gain anything. might be nice mixed with a v30 but i dont know if they are worth the money. im a big fan of the alnico blue and the gold doesnt sound like that at all. the g12h is one of my favorites by itself or paired with a v30.
i didnt like the gold i had. sounded kinda lifeless. granted im not playing high gain anything. might be nice mixed with a v30 but i dont know if they are worth the money. im a big fan of the alnico blue and the gold doesnt sound like that at all. the g12h is one of my favorites by itself or paired with a v30.
d1dsj
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Have never tried these so I'll keep my eye's open. Cheers.
Yeah I'm a big fan of both the H30's and the Anni's... it will certainly be cheaper to get one of those and try it paired with the V30. It's a shame as I have an old original 70's one repaired H30 sat in a box but it's 15ohm and the V30's are 8ohms.
Have never tried these so I'll keep my eye's open. Cheers.
Yeah I'm a big fan of both the H30's and the Anni's... it will certainly be cheaper to get one of those and try it paired with the V30. It's a shame as I have an old original 70's one repaired H30 sat in a box but it's 15ohm and the V30's are 8ohms.
Re: Celestion Golds - 12" version - worth the money?
if the gold was cheaper then id say give it a try but at that price i wouldnt do it if it was me. the 65w isnt as efficient as a v30 but sounds kinda like a greenback with more bottom and a less woody tone. might fill out the spikey tone of the v30. kinda like the g12h/g12m that matchless used. the two speakers sound remarkbly good together even though there is a noticeable difference in efficiency
if the gold was cheaper then id say give it a try but at that price i wouldnt do it if it was me. the 65w isnt as efficient as a v30 but sounds kinda like a greenback with more bottom and a less woody tone. might fill out the spikey tone of the v30. kinda like the g12h/g12m that matchless used. the two speakers sound remarkbly good together even though there is a noticeable difference in efficiency
Securb
One of Jerry's Kids
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I have a single Celestion Gold 12" in my practice amp a Marshall VST100. It is great at room volumes but gets mushy and floppy if I use that amp with a full band and push the speaker. My main amp has 4 - Celestion G12T75 speakers and sounds like a dream. Crystal clear at any volume and great definition when I add my distortion stompbox I still get great string separation and clarity.
I have a single Celestion Gold 12" in my practice amp a Marshall VST100. It is great at room volumes but gets mushy and floppy if I use that amp with a full band and push the speaker. My main amp has 4 - Celestion G12T75 speakers and sounds like a dream. Crystal clear at any volume and great definition when I add my distortion stompbox I still get great string separation and clarity.
d1dsj
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I think I have been GASing for the Golds since when they came out and there a 2 used locally but it's still a considerable sum of money. I do have a hard time justifying the cost even for a used one when I could get 2 heritage Celestions for the same amount.
I think I have been GASing for the Golds since when they came out and there a 2 used locally but it's still a considerable sum of money. I do have a hard time justifying the cost even for a used one when I could get 2 heritage Celestions for the same amount.
stevie_bees
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Re: Celestion Golds - 12" version - worth the money?
That's my thought Don. Just how good are they and are they worth the extra cash when there are quality speakers out there at considerably cheaper prices...
That's my thought Don. Just how good are they and are they worth the extra cash when there are quality speakers out there at considerably cheaper prices...
