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12 inch guitar speaker with black metal frame and paper cone

Eminence

Eminence Red Coat The Governor 16 12" car subwoofer

SKU CH-SK9S-TTNX8

12-inch guitar speaker delivering thick British tone with 75W RMS handling and 16-ohm impedance

  • Thick British tone with strong mids
  • 75W RMS power handling for loud stages
  • 150W peak capacity handles transients
  • 16 ohm impedance matches many cabinets
  • Direct replacement for Peavey Valveking 412

The Governor 16 12" Guitar Speaker

The Eminence Red Coat The Governor 16 is a 12-inch guitar speaker designed for players chasing thick, raunchy British tone with prominent mids. It handles 75W RMS and 150W peak power at 16 ohms impedance. The speaker suits 1x12, 2x12, or 4x12 configurations in open- or closed-back cabinets. It targets guitarists who want vintage character in a modern build.

Direct Replacement for Valveking and Marshall 1960AV

Eminence recommends The Governor-16 as a direct replacement in the Peavey Valveking 412, Windson 412, Supreme XL 412, and Marshall 1960AV cabinets. It also serves as an alternative replacement for Behringer Ultrastack BG412S and BG412H models. The jump is worth it when your current speakers lack mid-range authority or struggle with 75W continuous power. It is not for bass applications or high-fidelity audio reproduction.

Fits Standard 12" Cabinets at 16 Ohms

The 12-inch frame drops into standard guitar cabinets wired for 16-ohm operation. It frees up headroom for cleaner loud cleans and saturated overdrive without speaker breakup. The 75W RMS rating matches many tube amp outputs directly. Builders needing 8-ohm impedance or different power handling should look elsewhere.

Highlights

  • Thick British tone with strong mids
  • 75W RMS power handling for loud stages
  • 150W peak capacity handles transients
  • 16 ohm impedance matches many cabinets
  • Direct replacement for Peavey Valveking 412

Specifications

BrandEminence

Questions about this item

Will the 12 inch frame bolt into a standard 4x12 cabinet cutout?

Yes, the 12 inch diameter matches the standard cutout used in 412 cabinets such as the Marshall 1960AV and Peavey Valveking 412.

Which wiring step is most often missed when swapping to the 16 ohm version?

Confirm the cabinet's internal wiring presents a 16 ohm load to the amplifier; series-parallel wiring for four drivers must be rechecked.

How often should the speaker cone and surround be inspected for wear?

Inspect the cone and surround annually or after heavy use; the 75W RMS rating means thermal stress can degrade materials over time.

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