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The Hiwatt 4x12 Cabinet is a robust choice for guitarists seeking a blend of power and precision in their amplification. Crafted with Hiwatt's renowned attention to detail, this cabinet delivers a classic British tone that is both rich and articulate, making it a staple for many professional musicians. The four 12-inch Fane speakers housed within ensure that every note is conveyed with clarity and depth, providing a full-bodied sound that can handle both clean and overdriven signals with ease.

Designed to complement a wide range of amplifier heads, the Hiwatt 4x12 Cabinet is versatile enough for any genre, from rock and blues to metal and jazz. Its solid construction not only enhances sound projection but also ensures durability, making it a reliable choice for both studio recording sessions and live performances.

Whether you're dialing in a vintage tone or pushing the boundaries with modern distortion, this cabinet's impeccable response and tonal balance make it an essential piece of gear for serious guitarists. Experience the iconic sound that has shaped countless records and live shows.

Key Features:

Four 12-inch Fane speakers for clear, full-bodied sound
Classic British tone suitable for various music styles
Rugged construction for durability
Designed to pair with a wide range of amplifier heads
Ideal for both studio and live performance settings

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Tyler Grund

1972 Hiwatt DR103 CRANKED through 1978 Hiwatt 4x12 with Fane Speakers

Tyler Grund

Hiwatt DR103 Custom 100 (1976) with matching 4x12 with Fanes and my personal Strat

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The Fane speakers in the Hiwatt 4x12 can independently fetch $100 each in certain regions, highlighting their resale potential.
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Hiwatt cabinets are compared to high-end brands like Mesa, Orange PPC, and Bogner for build quality, despite regional price variations.
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The demand for 4x12 cabinets is declining in favor of 2x12s, suggesting a shift in user preference for smaller, more practical setups.
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Hiwatt cabinets, even when empty, are known for their tank-like construction, adding to their inherent value.
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Josh Jenkinson

Guitarist

Inhaler

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In the video of Inhaler's performance at BBC Radio 1's Big Weekend 2025, a Hiwatt 4x12 Cabinet is visible behind guitarist Josh Jenkinson, positioned alongside his Vox AC30 and Roland JC120. The cabinet is mic'ed up, indicating it is likely being used as an extension cabinet for one of the amplifiers.

Pata

Guitarist

X Japan

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Mentioned in Jealousy Scorebook that he used this stack

Jonatan Larocca-Ramm

Guitarist

Graveyard

Verified via Premierguitar

According to the interview with Premier Guitar, Larocca-Ramm uses the Hiwatt 4x12 cabinet.

Mark Potter

Guitarist

Elbow

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In this Getty Images photo, Mark Potter of Elbow is seen with a Hiwatt 4x12 Cabinet at Blueprint Studios in Manchester.

Bernie Tormé

Guitarist, Singer

Atomic Rooster

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In the original 1982 promo video for "STAR" by Bernie Tormé & Electric Gypsies, Bernie Tormé can be seen using a Hiwatt 4x12 Cabinet.

Niklas Almqvist

Guitarist

The Hives

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It is not clearly said in the Rig Rundown article that the cabinet is a 4x12, but the picture and video show a 4x12.

It is said in the article, "Arson uses a Fender Bandmaster and '76 Fender Vibrolux, both on all the time, through a vintage Hiwatt cab with Celestion Heritage Greenback speakers."

Gary Brooker

Singer, Keyboardist

Procol Harum

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A list of items can be found on Procol Harum's official bandpage. On the first list Peter Walters, the band's manager, answered these two questions posed by readers of a 1971 British music paper (which, is now forgotten).

What equipment is used by Procol Harum? (Stefano Ciccioriccio, Rome, Italy). When will their next LP be released and when are they going to tour again? (A. Croft, Bognor Regis, UK)

"Gary Brooker plays piano, usually a grand, and uses a length of elastic, fixed to the soundboard with drawing pins, pressing one mike against the treble end and another against the bass end. Both mikes are Jax made in Japan, and bought in the States. These go through two 100-watt Hiwatt amps, each with two 4 x 12 inch Hiwatt columns."

Ed Gagliardi

Singer, Bassist

Foreigner

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In a photograph, Ed Gagliardi can be seen standing in front of two Hiwatt 4x12 Cabinets, confirming his use of this specific music gear.

John H Lee

Singer, Guitarist

aMiniature

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John's Hiwatt 4x12 is visible in this video at 0:11.

Florian Dubos

Singer, Guitarist

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Cab Hiwatt UK utilisé avec la Custom 100 head d'Hiwatt, sur scène et studio

Andrew Evans

Singer, Guitarist

The Stir

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In the official video for "Nightshift" by The Stir, Andrew Evans is seen using a Hiwatt 4x12 Cabinet, as featured by Fischbowl Productions.

Paul Rudolph

Singer, Guitarist

Hawkwind

Verified via It's Psychedelic Baby Magazine

In this It’s Psychedelic Baby magazine article from 2024, Paul Rudolph says he used “HiWatt amps – 2 x 100 watts and 2-4 x 12 cabinets” in The Deviants.