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Contemporary Empty 12" Guitar Cabinet - Black

Contemporary Empty 12" Guitar Cabinet - Black

4.9(61 ratings)

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$179.99at Seismic AudioChecked Nov 11

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Price facts

  • Last seen at $179.99 at Seismic Audio on Nov 11.
  • Checked at 2 stores.

Our take on the Contemporary Empty 12" Guitar Cabinet - Black

The Luke-1x12C is an empty 1x12 guitar cabinet you load with your own 12-inch speaker. It is built from 1/2-inch birch plywood on all six sides, with a removable front grille for front loading and a removable back panel for rear loading. Pre-installed internal wiring and a dual 1/4-inch jack plate mean you only add a speaker and a cable. At 23.7 pounds and 22 x 12.25 x 18.75 inches it stays portable, and birch plywood is the material serious builders favor over particle board for resonance and durability. It suits players chasing a specific speaker tone and builders assembling a custom rig, though it is a bare shell with no speaker, so the final sound and cost depend on what you load.

Best forPlayers who want to pair a cabinet with a specific aftermarket speakerBuilders assembling a custom amp head or combo rigReplacing a damaged 1x12 cabinetPractice, studio and small-to-medium club use
Pros
  • Birch plywood on all six sides for resonance and durability
  • Removable grille allows front loading; removable back allows rear loading
  • Internal wiring pre-installed with a dual 1/4-inch jack plate
  • Light at 23.7 pounds for a 1x12
  • Metal flush corners and black tolex for a clean, road-ready look
Cons
  • Sold empty, so you must buy and install a speaker yourself
  • No speaker, so tone is entirely down to your choice and wiring
  • No handles or casters mentioned, which matters when carrying it
  • Birch plywood shell is sturdy but not a molded road case

Contemporary Empty 12" Guitar Cabinet - Black prices at every store

  • Seismic AudioNew

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    $179.99Checked Nov 11
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    $179.99Free shippingChecked Nov 11
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Contemporary Empty 12" Guitar Cabinet - Black price history

Lowest price we've seen: $179.99 on Nov 12 at Amazon. Tracked across 1 store since Nov 12.

What reviewers say

  • 4.9 / 561 ratings

Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 61 ratings, buyers are highly satisfied with the build and value of this empty cabinet. Owners treat it as a solid platform for custom speaker builds.

What people mention
  • Build qualityPraisedOwners describe the birch plywood shell as solid and well put together.
  • Speaker loadingPraisedBuyers find the removable grille and back panel make installing a speaker straightforward.
  • WiringPraisedThe pre-installed wiring and rear jack plate are seen as convenient.
  • WeightPraisedOwners note it is easy to carry for a 1x12 cabinet.
  • Empty shellMixedBuyers accept that the cabinet arrives without a speaker, but it adds cost and work.

About the Contemporary Empty 12" Guitar Cabinet - Black

The Luke-1x12C is an empty 12" guitar cabinet for building a custom rig. It holds one 12" speaker of your choice, which is not included. It suits players who want to choose their own speaker and builders assembling a complete amp head and cabinet setup.

The cabinet is made of 1/2" birch plywood on all six sides. It has a black tolex covering, metal flush corners and a top strap handle. The black cloth grill is removable for front loading, and the back panel is removable for rear loading.

A dual 1/4" jack plate on the rear panel handles connections, and pre-installed internal wiring connects to your speaker. Setup needs only a 12" speaker and a cable to your amplifier head. The cabinet is intended for practice spaces, recording studios and live venues up to medium-sized clubs. Final volume depends on the speaker and amplifier used.

Cabinet type
Empty 12" guitar cabinet
Construction
1/2" birch plywood on all 6 sides
Speaker capacity
One 12" speaker (not included)
Loading
Front and rear loading
Connectors
Dual 1/4" jack plate
Covering
Black tolex
Grill
Black cloth, removable
Hardware
Metal flush corners, top strap handle
Dimensions
22" x 12.25" x 18.75" (L x W x H)
Weight
23.7 lbs
Internal wiring
Pre-installed speaker wire included
Warranty
One year

Questions and answers

Does it come with a speaker?
No. It is an empty cabinet, so you choose and install your own 12-inch speaker.
Can I load the speaker from the front or the back?
Both. The black cloth grille is removable for front loading, and the back panel is removable for rear loading.
What size speaker fits?
Any standard 12-inch guitar speaker. The cabinet is sized 22 x 12.25 x 18.75 inches.
How do I connect it to my amp?
Internal wiring is pre-installed to the rear dual 1/4-inch jack plate. You add a standard instrument cable from the amp.
Is it light enough to carry to gigs?
At 23.7 pounds it is light for a 1x12, though no handles or casters are listed.
What is it made of?
1/2-inch birch plywood on all six sides, covered in black tolex with metal flush corners.
Where is the Contemporary Empty 12" Guitar Cabinet - Black cheapest?
At Seismic Audio, for $179.99, as of our latest check.
What do buyers say about the Contemporary Empty 12" Guitar Cabinet - Black?
Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 61 ratings.
Where can I buy the Contemporary Empty 12" Guitar Cabinet - Black?
2 stores we checked sell it, including Seismic Audio, Amazon.

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