Orange PPC212OB 120W 2x12" Open-Back Guitar Speaker Cabinet with Celestion Vintage 30 Speakers - Orange

Delivering the unmistakable sound, character, and craftsmanship of Orange Amplification, the Orange PPC212OB is a professional 120-watt, 2x12-inch open-back guitar speaker cabinet designed for players who appreciate rich harmonic detail, expansive projection, and classic British amplifier tone. Loaded with two premium Celestion Vintage 30 speakers and constructed from rugged 18mm birch plywood, the PPC212OB combines exceptional tonal performance with Orange's legendary durability and iconic styling.

Unlike traditional closed-back speaker cabinets, the PPC212OB features an open-back design that allows sound to radiate from both the front and rear of the enclosure. This creates a wider, more spacious listening experience with natural room ambience, enhanced high-frequency presence, and a beautifully three-dimensional character. The result is an expressive, responsive cabinet particularly well suited to clean tones, vintage overdrive, blues, classic rock, indie, and ambient guitar styles.

At the heart of the PPC212OB are two 12-inch Celestion Vintage 30 speakers, among the most respected guitar speakers in modern amplification. Renowned for their powerful midrange, articulate highs, and tight low-frequency response, Vintage 30s deliver outstanding clarity and definition across a wide range of playing styles. Each speaker is rated for 60 watts, providing a combined cabinet power handling capacity of 120 watts.

The open-back enclosure complements the Vintage 30 speakers by introducing additional air and dimensionality to their already distinctive sound. Clean passages benefit from excellent chime and note separation, while overdriven tones retain the rich harmonic complexity and vocal midrange that have made Celestion Vintage 30 speakers favorites among professional guitarists and recording engineers.

The PPC212OB is constructed from substantial 18mm birch plywood, providing a strong, resonant enclosure designed to withstand the demands of regular transportation, rehearsals, and live performances. Its rugged construction includes steel hardware, durable woven paper grille cloth, and Orange's signature skid runners, which help couple the cabinet acoustically to the floor for a focused, authoritative response.

With a 16-ohm impedance and dual parallel 1/4-inch speaker connections, the PPC212OB offers convenient integration with compatible guitar amplifier heads. The parallel jacks also allow a second 16-ohm cabinet to be connected for a combined 8-ohm load, provided the amplifier supports that configuration.

Visually, the PPC212OB is unmistakably Orange. Its vibrant orange vinyl covering, traditional woven grille, signature picture-frame edging, and classic Orange branding capture the appearance of the company's legendary British amplifier cabinets.

Measuring approximately 26 inches wide and weighing just over 52 pounds, the PPC212OB provides the fullness and projection of a professional dual-speaker enclosure in a more manageable format than a traditional 4x12 cabinet.

Whether paired with an Orange Rockerverb, OR-series amplifier, or another compatible guitar head, the Orange PPC212OB delivers premium Celestion tone, outstanding build quality, and an expansive open-back sound that excels both onstage and in the studio.

Please Note: This is a passive guitar speaker cabinet and requires a compatible external amplifier head. Amplifier head sold separately.

Key Features

• Professional 120-watt guitar speaker cabinet

• Dual 12-inch Celestion Vintage 30 speakers

• Open-back enclosure for spacious, three-dimensional sound

• 16-ohm mono impedance

• Two 60-watt speakers for 120 watts of total power handling

• Rich midrange presence and articulate high-frequency response

• Wide sound dispersion and natural room ambience

• Excellent note separation for clean and overdriven tones

• 18mm birch plywood cabinet construction

• Rugged enclosure designed for studio and stage applications

• Two parallel 1/4-inch speaker connections

• Supports daisy-chaining a second compatible cabinet

• Signature Orange skid runners for improved floor coupling

• Durable woven paper speaker grille

• Heavy-duty steel hardware

• Traditional Orange basketweave-style vinyl covering

• Classic picture-frame cabinet edging

• Compact alternative to a traditional 4x12 cabinet

• Excellent pairing with Orange Rockerverb and other compatible amplifier heads

• Ideal for blues, rock, indie, alternative, and ambient guitar styles

• Suitable for professional recording, rehearsals, and live performance

Specifications

• Manufacturer: Orange Amplification

• Model: PPC212OB

• Manufacturer Part Number: PPC212OB

• Product Type: Passive Electric Guitar Speaker Cabinet

• Speaker Configuration: 2x12"

• Speakers: 2 x Celestion Vintage 30

• Individual Speaker Power Rating: 60 Watts

• Total Power Handling: 120 Watts RMS

• Impedance: 16 Ohms

• Operating Mode: Mono

• Cabinet Design: Straight-Front, Open-Back

• Cabinet Construction: 18mm Birch Plywood

• Speaker Connections: 2 x Parallel 1/4" Jacks

• Daisy-Chain Capability: Yes

• Combined Load with Second 16-Ohm Cabinet: 8 Ohms

• Grille Material: Woven Paper Grille Cloth

• Hardware: Steel

• Cabinet Feet: Orange Skid Runners

• Finish: Orange

• Cabinet Covering: Orange Vinyl

• Cabinet Trim: Signature Orange Picture-Frame Edging

• Dimensions (W x H x D): 25.98" x 20.47" x 11.81"

• Dimensions (Metric): 66 x 52 x 30 cm

• Weight: 52.14 lbs (23.65 kg)

• UPC: 5060117080703

• Amplifier Included: No