Guitar Cabinets

Guitar Cabinets are used to plug into a guitar amp to amplify a guitars sound. Guitar cabinets or "cabs" for short, are enclosed speakers within a wooden case made to be paired with amps for projecting audio loud enough to be heard by an audience. Electric guitar cabinets are available in a huge variety of sizes and combinations. Choosing the right type for a guitarist depends on what situation the cab will be used in. Single 12" speaker cabinets are a popular choice when it comes to rehearsals or smaller gigs. This is due to the compact size making them easy to transport or store at home.

Guitar Cabinets take the sounds generated by an amp head and unleash them at your audience via specialised speakers. Speaker cabinets for electric guitars come in a variety of sizes and combinations. For performing in larger spaces, a "half stack" would be used. These are larger cabinets consisting of 2 rows of x2 12" speakers, often referred to as "412" or "4x12". Paired with an amp head these cabinets are loud and recognisable, even in looks, these give off a powerful impact which adds to a true rock star set up!

There are other types of cab, however. 212 cabs (two 12" speakers) are a very popular and practical choice for gigging players. Single 12" cabinets are now more popular than ever, mainly due to the proliferation of tiny 'lunchbox' guitar heads. These set ups make it easy and space efficient to enjoy great valve tone in your home.

Whatever your needs are, cabinet-wise, we have your back. guitarguitar is one of the largest musical instrument retailers in the UK and we have a vast and comprehensive selection of cabinets available in all shapes and sizes. We keep the major brands such as Marshall, Orange and Mesa Boogie but we also specialise in boutique amps and cabs, offering cabs from Suhr, PRS, Friedman and Victory Amps.

Guitar cabinets are made by many well known brands such as Fender, Marshall, Laney and Orange. These are available in many sizes and work well connected to amp heads. For the guitarist looking for something more specialist, there is also a range of boutique amps and cabs which can offer a bit extra, whether that's within the build quality, style or features. Brands such as Supro, Friedman and Victory Amps provide excellent selection on their boutique cabinets.

Why Should I Choose a Guitar Cabinet?

• Excellent for live gigs
• Range of brands to choose from
• Variety in combinations and sizes
• Great for live performances
• Influences the sound and tone of an instrument