Celestion G10 Greenback 16 Ohms

Essential information about the Celestion G10 Greenback 16 ohm guitar speaker

• The authentic Greenback character in a compact 10-inch format


• 30 W power and 95 dB sensitivity for controlled vintage tone


• 16 ohm version ideal for combos and 2x10 or 4x10 configurations


• Surprisingly full bass, creamy mids, and smooth highs, rock-typical

A direct heir of the legendary 12-inch Greenback

Born to condense the DNA of the historic '70s Greenbacks, the Celestion G10 Greenback transfers the legendary sound signature to a 10-inch format. It captures the British rock spirit with musical compression and organic texture, while maintaining the foundation and presence that made the 12-inch famous.

Who is it for and what uses?

This model is aimed at blues, rock, indie, and garage guitarists seeking an expressive speaker at reasonable volume. In a small combo, it adds body and a nice bass response. In a 4x10 cabinet, it delivers a rough and full projection, perfect for punchy rhythms and vintage-grain leads.

What makes the difference

Thanks to its ceramic magnet and measured sensitivity, the G10 Greenback offers natural compression that smooths aggressive transients and promotes singing sustain. The low end remains surprisingly solid for a 10-inch, while the rich and creamy mids shape the mix without harshness. The highs, softer than bright, deliver a very musical retro aesthetic.

In recording, its response pairs easily with classic dynamic microphones and handles moderate EQ well. It excels with British-voiced tube amps but also rounds off a slightly harsh transistor amp, whether in the home studio or on stage.

Technical specifications

Cabinet impedance (Ω)	16 Ω	Magnet	Ceramic
Frequency response - start	95 Hz	Chassis	steel
Frequency response - end	5.5 kHz	Coil diameter	1.75 "
Speaker diameter	10"	Depth	102 mm
Sensitivity	95 dB	Power output	30 W
Category	guitar amp speaker	Weight	1.6 kg

Diameter	10 inches	Frequency response	95 Hz - 5.5 kHz
Impedance	16 ohms	Sound signature	present bass, rich mids, smooth highs
Power handling	30 W	Voice coil diameter	1.75 in
Frame	steel