Hiwatt Cab Hg112
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Hiwatt
https://www. hiwatt.co.uk
sales@hiwatt.co.uk
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Historical Context and Positioning in the Range
Hiwatt speaker cabinets built their reputation from the 1960s thanks to a clear philosophy: robust construction, fast response, and the ability to stay intelligible in a band mix even at high volume. The HG series continues this legacy with a modern and straightforward format, designed to accompany an amp head without compromise, while retaining the "massive and cutting" character associated with the brand.
Who This Amp Is For
The Hiwatt HG112 is aimed at guitarists seeking a versatile and reliable 1x12 speaker cabinet, capable of handling rehearsals as well as recording, and perfectly credible for live performances (especially if you play mic'd). It suits both intermediate musicians looking for a real quality upgrade and pros wanting a compact cab with serious tone. Style-wise, it feels at home in rock, blues, pop, punk, indie, and broadly anywhere the guitar needs to stay precise in the mix.
Technical specifications
| Effects | 1 row | Speaker diameter | 12" |
| Category | Guitar cabinet | Number of speakers | 1 |
| Input | jack | Headphone output | No |
| Output | Jack | Color | Black |
| External cabinet output | Yes | Power output | 100 W |
| Cabinet | Straight | Weight | 16.35 kg |
| Cabinet impedance (Ω) | 8 Ω | Dimensions (mm) | 540 x 540 x 290 |
| Category | Amplifier | ||
Questions frequently asked
Which amplifier head can power the Hiwatt Cab HG112?
The speaker cabinet has an impedance of 8 Ω and a rated power handling of 100 W. Therefore, the amplifier head's speaker output should be set to 8 Ω, respecting its operating power.
What speaker is installed in this 1x12 cabinet?
A 12-inch Hiwatt Octapulse 100 speaker is mounted in this 1x12 format. Its response emphasizes a clear attack, defined midrange, and solid low end.
Can a second cabinet be connected to the HG112?
The connectivity includes a mono input with a 6.35 mm jack and a mono Link output of the same type. It is possible to chain a second cabinet via this output. The resulting combined impedance must remain compatible with the amplifier head used.
Is the Hiwatt HG112 suitable for stage use?
With a rated power of 100 W and a weight of 16.35 kg, this cabinet is designed for rehearsals, recording, and miked performances. Its dimensions of 540 x 540 x 290 mm keep it compact for a closed 12-inch cabinet.
What material is the cabinet made from?
The cabinet is constructed from 18 mm birch plywood, assembled using traditional construction methods.



