Anaheim, CA (January 21, 2026) — At this year’s Winter NAMM 2026, Celestion, the premier manufacturer of guitar and bass loudspeakers, is thrilled to unveil the new G12-100 Raven guitar speaker. Engineered specifically for the modern metal player, the Raven is the harbinger of Celestion’s most aggressive sound yet, combining the brand’s legendary tonal integrity with a groundbreaking lightweight design.
The Raven is defined by its ability to deliver the heaviest of modern metal tones, while remaining light as a feather. At the heart of this innovation is a reimagined ceramic magnet assembly. This new-design motor structure massively lowers the speaker’s overall weight—to just 2.5 kg (5.5 lb)—without compromising the huge magnetic forces required to power such a gargantuan tone machine.
Built for devastating power, the 12-inch diameter Raven features a formidable 100W power rating, a 2-inch voice coil and offers 100dB of sensitivity. This combination allows it to handle the most extreme high-gain lead lines and seismic low-end riff-work with ease. Its tonal signature offers a detailed mid-range punch, brooding highs, and a firm, authoritative low end. The treble is meticulously voiced to be articulate without ever becoming brittle or harsh.
“The G12-100 Raven is more than just a speaker; it’s a tool for players to dominate the stage,” says Celestion Head of Marketing Ken Weller. “By reimagining the ceramic magnet structure, we have created a driver that delivers the massive heft metal players demand without weighing down their cabinets. It’s an innovation that provides consistently high performance from the first note to the last.”
More information on the G12-100 Raven is available on the Celestion website.
Visit Celestion at the 2026 Winter NAMM Show at the Anaheim Convention Center, Booth #6602, January 22-24, 2026.
About Celestion
With worldwide headquarters in Ipswich, England, Celestion design, develop and manufacture high-quality professional audio loudspeakers and compression drivers for sound reinforcement, as well as premium guitar and bass guitar loudspeakers. These world-renowned speakers are used onstage and in clubs, theatres and other venues the world over. With more than 100 years of success, the company continues to offer the latest technologies and innovations in the world of loudspeakers. celestion.com
