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Description

The Zilla Cabs 2x12 Custom Cab is a testament to quality craftsmanship and superior sound, designed to meet the needs of discerning guitarists. This robust guitar amplifier cabinet is perfect for both practice and performance, delivering a rich and dynamic tonal range. Handcrafted in the UK, it features high-quality Celestion speakers that ensure powerful projection and clarity, making it an ideal choice for players who demand precision and depth from their sound.

The 2x12 configuration strikes a perfect balance between size and power, offering impressive sound dispersion without the bulk of larger cabinets. Its customizable design allows you to tailor the cabinet to your specific aesthetic and sonic preferences, making it a versatile addition to any rig. Whether you're playing in a small club or a large venue, the Zilla Cabs 2x12 delivers consistent, high-quality performance.

Key Features:

  • Equipped with two Celestion speakers for superior sound quality
  • Handcrafted in the UK for exceptional craftsmanship
  • Customizable design for personalized aesthetics and sound
  • Ideal for both practice and live performances
  • Balanced sound dispersion suitable for various venue sizes

Reviews

Owner Insights

We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Zilla Cabs 2x12 Custom Cab.

Build quality

  • Zilla cabs are praised for their precise construction, such as a custom vertical 2x12 Studio Pro model perfectly sized for a car boot.

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  • Zilla cabs are noted for superior build quality compared to brands like Harley Benton, which are described as less refined but cost-effective.

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Features and functionality

  • The customizability of Zilla cabs is highlighted, allowing users to choose speaker combinations like Vintage 30 and G12H-75 creamback for tailored tonal output.

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  • The combination of a Vintage 30 and a Classic Lead 80 in a 2x12 cab provides a broad sonic range, complementing amps with darker tones.

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User experience

  • Owners appreciate the ease of the order process, noting exceptional customer service, particularly with custom orders.

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  • Some owners have received custom Zilla cabs just two weeks after ordering, highlighting quick turnaround times for custom builds.

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  • Owners of Zilla cabs like the Studio Pro 2x12 with Creamback Ms often express satisfaction, noting the investment is well justified.

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Comparisons

  • Zilla is frequently compared positively to Coffee Audio, both valued for their customizable amplifier cabinets.

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  • Zilla cabs are favorably compared to Orange and Mesa, suggesting they are a premium option in terms of construction quality.

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Use cases and applications

  • A 2x12 custom cab fits well with a Marshall Studio head, making it a practical choice for portable setups.

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  • The Vintage 30 speaker pairs well with the Marshall Jubilee, mitigating its potential to sound muddy or fizzy without careful speaker selection.

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Value and pricing

  • Harley Benton cabs offer a low-cost option where users frequently resell included V30 speakers to effectively get a free cabinet.

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5.0 out of 5

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jack_birkett

Fantastic build quality, all round great company.

I own a 'pimp-purple' Zilla 2x12 cab loaded with Celestion cream backs. Extremely happy with this cab and although it is a fairly simple piece of gear, I can't mention nearly enough about how the guys at Zilla have put build quality at the top of their agenda.

You get what you pay for, plus that extra little bit that leaves you blimmin' chuffed every time you plug it in.

Artist usage

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See how Misha Mansoor uses Zilla Cabs 2x12 Custom Cab

Misha Mansoor

Guitarist, Drummer

Periphery

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In this playthrough video of "Make Total Destroy", Misha shows his Strandberg #23, his Zilla 2x12 cab and the EVH 5150 III head.

See how Mark Holcomb uses Zilla Cabs 2x12 Custom Cab

Mark Holcomb

Guitarist

Periphery

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Mark Holcomb of Periphery used Zilla Cabs 2x12 Custom Cab as part of the band's setup before transitioning to Peavey cabinets, as detailed in Premier Guitar's "Rig Rundown: Periphery" by Steve Cook.

See how Jake Bowen uses Zilla Cabs 2x12 Custom Cab

Jake Bowen

Guitarist

Periphery

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In this video, Jake Bowen is shown to use a Zilla 2x12 cabinet for his live rig.

See how Peter Honoré uses Zilla Cabs 2x12 Custom Cab

Peter Honoré

Guitarist

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In an Instagram post, Peter Honoré showcases his custom Zilla Cabs 2x12 Cabinet, which he picked up from Zilla Cabs HQ. The cabinet features two Celestion G12-65 Heritage speakers and complements his SL Amps Custom Clean setup.

See how Jamie Oldfield uses Zilla Cabs 2x12 Custom Cab

Jamie Oldfield

Guitarist

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In an Instagram post, Jamie Oldfield showcases his Zilla Cabs 2x12 Custom Cab, highlighting his use of this custom guitar amplifier cabinet.

See how Joss Allen uses Zilla Cabs 2x12 Custom Cab

Joss Allen

Guitarist

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In this post joss shows off the zilla cab he uses. he had zilla make this for him and tom to use in guitar bros demos

See how Sergey Golovin uses Zilla Cabs 2x12 Custom Cab

Sergey Golovin

Guitarist, Composer

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In this video, Sergey mentions that he used a variety of studio gear as well as guitar amplifiers for his album "Satellite:"

-Eventide H3000 -Roland SDE3000 -Synergy Friedman HBE Module -Synergy SYN-1 -Marshall Silver Jubilee -Custom Audio Amplification PT100 -Gibson Les Paul -Lexicon PCM80 -st.Rock React:IR -Mesa Boogie Mark V -Synergy Metro Plex -MXR/CAE Line Driver Booster -Marshall Plexi MkII -Universal Audio Apollo 8 -Zilla 2x12 cabinet with Celestion Vintage 30's and Creamback's -Shure SM57 -Model D Synth -Oberheim OB-Xa

See how Joaquin Ardiles uses Zilla Cabs 2x12 Custom Cab

Joaquin Ardiles

Guitarist

Good Tiger

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Verified via MetalSucks

"We both use Zilla cabs.These are hand built in the UK and sound fantastic. I’ve always loved the low end you get from Mesa cabs and the mids you get from Marshalls, and I feel Zilla takes those two attributes and smashes them together into one awesome cab of glory. There are so many custom options but we decided to go with a red tolex, basket-weave grill cloth loaded with Celestion v30s. Tasty, tasty pie."

Album Usage

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