The Classic Lead is a fine example of the sonic characteristics of a loudspeaker evolving as new materials become available.
Revolutionary in the late ’70s, a fibreglass voice coil former - capable of withstanding very high temperatures - was used to give the Classic Lead a muscular 80W power handling. This also increased barrel stiffness, affecting the way the cone vibrated and influencing cone break up. Then, through experimentation with edge treatments and continued critical listening, some modes were encouraged while others were suppressed, contributing to the speaker’s unique sound.
Today, the Classic Lead is much-loved by lead guitarists for its speed, punch and articulation, with every note clearly defined on even big, distorted sounds.
The Classic Lead also sounds great clean, with that same articulation combining with high headroom to deliver a fluid, dynamic performance.
Chassis type Pressed steel
DC resistance, re Available 6.9? or 11.8?
Frequency range 80-5000Hz
Magnet type Ceramic
Magnet weight 50oz, 1.42kg
Nominal diameter 12", 305mm
Nominal impedance Available 8? or 16?
Power rating 80Wrms
Resonance frequency, Fs 85Hz
Sensitivity 99dB
Voice coil diameter 1.75", 55.5mm
Voice coil material Round copper
Mounting Information
Cut-out diameter 11.1", 283mm
Diameter 12.2", 309mm
Magnet structure diameter 6.1", 156mm
Mounting slot dimensions 0.31", 7.9mm Ø
Mounting slot PCD 11.7", 297mm
Number of mounting slots 4
Overall depth 5.3", 135mm
Unit weight 10.4lb, 4.7kg
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