MESA/Boogie Horizontal Rectifier 2×12″ 120W Guitar Speaker Cabinet Black Guitar Center

Description

The MESA/Boogie Horizontal Rectifier 2×12 120-watt guitar speaker cabinet packs the punch of a 4×12 into a scaled-down enclosure that’s built to last. Featuring a pair of Celestion Vintage 30s speakers, this cabinet produces the warm, dimensional tone that MESA/Boogie amplifiers are known for. Its solid construction, from the rabbet corners and braced baffles to the dado joinery, gives shape to a tight, focused low end and clear, biting midrange.

Celestion Vintage 30 Speakers Provide Dimensional Tone

The heart of any guitar cabinet is its speakers and the Celestion Vintage 30s in this 2×12 are no exception. Known for their rich harmonic content and smooth high end, these speakers impart the warmth and girth that MESA/Boogie amplifiers are renowned for. Whether you play searing hard rock leads or heavy-handed rhythm, these speakers translate every nuance of your playing with clarity and depth.

Sealed Enclosure Delivers Power and Punch

Despite its compact size, this cabinet produces a huge low end thanks to its sealed enclosure. The lack of ports allows the 2×12 to achieve a tight, percussive bass response not often found in open-back cabinets. When paired with a high-gain tube amplifier, this cabinet delivers a thick, chunky foundation for heavy riffs and propulsive rhythms. Its focused low end also provides ample projection, allowing this cabinet to cut through a mix with authority.

Built to Last On and Off the Road

While the tone of a guitar cabinet is paramount, its construction is also crucial for longevity. The Horizontal Rectifier 2×12 is built to withstand the rigors of performance and transport thanks to rabbet corners, braced baffles and dado joinery. These time-tested woodworking techniques produce joints that will last for decades and allow the cabinet to endure the jostling of loading in and out for years to come.

All the Sound, Half the Size

For guitarists with limited stage space or transport capacity, the Horizontal Rectifier 2×12 provides an ideal solution. With a depth of just under 12″, this cabinet offers the tonal richness of a 4×12 in a more compact, wedge-shaped enclosure. Its scaled-down size makes it easy to position on small stages, in tight rehearsal spaces or in home studios where space is at a premium. Now, there’s no need to compromise on tone for the sake of convenience.