Palmer Cab 212 BX GBK
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Palmer
Cab 212 BX GBK
Product Info
Article Number:
554197
Brand:
Palmer
Model:
Cab 212 BX GBK
Category:
2x12 Guitar Cabs
Price:
$543.40
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
This Palmer Cab 212 BX GBK is a fantastic option if you're chasing that vintage Marshall chime and punch. The Greenbacks really deliver that classic British rock tone, and the open-back design breathes a lot of life into your amp. It’s a solid, affordable solution for guitarists wanting a pro-level sound without the premium price tag.
Product Description
- Palmer Cab 212 BXG BK
- Cabinet for Electric Guitar
- Speaker configuration: 2x Celestion G12M-25 Greenback
- Power handling - mono: 50 Watt / stereo: 25 Watt
- Impedance - mono: 8 Ohm / stereo: 16 Ohm
- Cabinet material: pressboard
- Baffle material: MDF
- Construction: Open
- Front loaded
- Front covering: Fabric
- Input and output: 2 x 6.3 mm jack
- Handles on the side
- Dimensions: (W x H x D): 710 x 480 x 295 mm
- Weight: 23 kg
- Colour: Black
- Includes screws
PROS
- • Greenback speakers deliver a classic British amp tone, thick and responsive.
- • MDF baffle adds stiffness, improving speaker performance and reducing unwanted resonances.
- • Open-back design enhances breathability, creating a more lively and dynamic sound.
- • Robust construction and handles allow for relatively easy transport despite the weight.
CONS
- • Pressboard cabinet construction isn't as premium as Baltic birch, impacting durability long-term.
- • Limited power handling restricts use with very high-wattage amplifiers.
- • Open-back design can be prone to feedback at higher volumes without careful EQ adjustments.
Product Video
Key Features
Speaker
Celestion G12M-25 Greenback
Power Handling
50W (mono) / 25W (stereo)
Impedance
8 Ohm (mono) / 16 Ohm (stereo)
Open/Closed Back
Open Back
Material
Pressboard (cabinet), MDF (baffle)
Weight
23 kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
The Palmer will offer a more mid-focused and aggressive tone compared to the Vox's brighter, more scooped character. Think Marshall grit versus Vox chime.
Yes, MDF provides greater density and stiffness, which helps control vibrations and improves speaker clarity – a worthwhile upgrade over standard pressboard.
While it *can* be used with solid-state, the Greenbacks really thrive with the dynamic response of a tube amp, allowing you to fully exploit their tonal range.
