4X12 65W

Headrush Cabinets

4X12 65W

Inspired by Marshall® (Celestion G12-65)

4x12" Speaker

The 4x12 65W it is inspired by speaker cabinets Celestion G12-65, characterized by:

Sound balanced, warm and defined
Softer highs than the V30s
Averages present but less aggressive
Ideal for classic rock, lead, fusion and controlled high gain

Controls

Axis (Y/N)

Microphone position:

Y (On-axis) -> more attack and definition
N (Off-axis) -> softer and more controlled

Off-axis is often ideal for leads

Breakup (%)

Simulate cone saturation:

Bass -> clean and defined sound
Medium -> compression and heat
High -> Soft vintage breakup
Smoother than the V30 -> less harsh

Out Gain (dB)

Check the output volume:

Negative -> attenuation
0 dB -> neutral
Positive -> boost

Amp Gain (dB)

Check the input level:

Negative -> less thrust
0 dB -> neutral
Positive -> More response and sustain

Affects sustain in leads

Suggested Microphones

Dyn 7: modern dynamic, balanced
Dyn 57: strong attack, rock presence
Dyn 409: softer and less aggressive
Dyn 421: more body and lower
Cond 67: warm and vintage
Cond 87: hi-fi and detailed
Cond 414: versatile and balanced
Ribbon 121: dark, soft and natural

Pro Tips

CABINET BEHAVIOR

Full and balanced sound
Soft highs → never too sharp
Great for leads and classic rock
Musical and controlled breakup
Advice:
Ribbon → lead smooth
Dyn57 → more attack
Medium breakup → sweet spot
Off-axis → eliminates harshness

Advice

Ribbon → lead smooth
Dyn57 → more attack
Medium breakup → sweet spot
Off-axis → eliminates harshness

Final advice

Breakup 25–40% → perfect sweet spot
Ribbon Off-axis → perfect leads
Dyn57 On-axis → classic rock

Setup Examples

Classic rock/crunch

Mic TypeDyn57

AxisY

Breakups25–30%

Amp Gain+1 dB

Out Gain0dB

Warm lead/sustain

MicTypeRibbon 121

AxisN

Breakup35–40%

Amp Gain+1 dB

Out Gain+1 dB

Controlled high gain

Mic TypeDyn421

AxisY

Breakups20–25%

Amp Gain+2 dB

Out Gain+1 dB