Laney Cub-212 100 W, 2 x 12" open back cabinet
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Description
Laney CUB-212 Cabinet
The Laney CUB-212 is a compact, versatile speaker cabinet engineered for home studios and project recording spaces where headroom and tonal character matter. Its open-back design delivers a responsive, naturally spacious tone ideal for capturing amp character across blues, rock, and hybrid recording sessions, while the lightweight construction supports flexible mic placement and studio repositioning.
Design & Build Quality
At just 13.8 kg (28.6 lbs), this cabinet offers significant acoustic presence without the confined proximity issues of heavier, sealed designs. The open-back configuration naturally extends low-end response and creates an airy character that sustains clarity under mic during tracking, translating well to mixed-down recordings without brittle proximity coloration.
Tone & Speaker Configuration
The dual 12" custom HH drivers deliver 100 watts of power handling, producing warm, articulate midrange and controlled bass extension that sits naturally in stereo mixes and multitrack sessions. At 8 ohms impedance, this cabinet integrates seamlessly with most tube and solid-state amplifier heads, supporting consistent gain staging across recording takes.
Key Features
- 100 watt power rating
- 2 x 12" custom HH drivers
- 8 ohms impedance
- Open-back design
- 2 x 1/4" input jacks for flexible connectivity
- Link jack for daisy-chaining additional cabinets
- Compact dimensions: 430 x 700 x 230 mm (16.9 x 27.5 x 9")
- Lightweight at 13.8 kg (28.6 lbs)
The CUB-212 combines studio-friendly portability with the tonal character and speaker configuration that recording professionals depend on for consistent amp tone capture.
More Information
| Condition | New |
|---|---|
| Country of Manufacture | China |
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At a Glance
The Laney CUB-212 is a compact, open-back 2x12" speaker cabinet (100W, 8 ohms) that captures warm, articulate midrange and controlled low-end extension—ideal for tracking and mixing blues, classic rock, and vintage-style tones in the studio. Its lightweight construction and dual custom HH drivers make it versatile for mic'd sessions or direct recording workflows, and the open-back resonance adds natural air and dimension to recorded tone. Choose it to add character and tonal depth to recordings without the bulk of closed-back alternatives.
Who This Is For
Great for
- ✓ Blues
- ✓ Classic Rock
- ✓ Gigging
- ✓ Live Performance
Not the best pick for
- – Metal
- – Thrash Metal
- – Djent
Frequently Asked Questions
What amplifier heads does the CUB-212 work with?
The cabinet's 8-ohm impedance pairs seamlessly with any standard tube or solid-state amplifier head. It features dual 1/4" input jacks for flexible connectivity and a link jack for daisy-chaining additional cabinets if needed.
Is this cabinet suitable for metal or high-gain styles?
The CUB-212 is voiced for blues and classic rock with warm, articulate midrange and a responsive, breathing tone. It is not optimized for metal, thrash metal, or djent styles, which typically require different speaker voicings and cabinet designs.
How portable is the CUB-212, and what are its dimensions?
At just 13.8 kg (28.6 lbs), the cabinet is genuinely practical for gigging musicians. Its compact footprint measures 430 x 700 x 230 mm (16.9 x 27.5 x 9"), making it easy to transport and fit into vehicles and venue spaces.
What gives the CUB-212 its open and airy tone character?
The open-back design naturally extends low-end response and creates an airy character that feels more alive in a room than sealed alternatives. The dual 12" custom HH drivers deliver the warm, controlled bass extension and articulate midrange that produces this responsive, breathing tone.
Do I pay sales tax on this order?
We collect sales tax only on orders shipped to California. Orders shipped to any other US state are charged $0 sales tax at checkout when you buy direct from our website. On this item that is roughly $30 less out the door than the same listed price at a national retailer or on a marketplace. Marketplaces such as eBay, Reverb and Amazon collect sales tax in nearly every state as marketplace facilitators no matter who the seller is, so the same item at the same price costs less bought direct. Free US shipping and 30-day returns are included. Some states ask buyers to self-report use tax on out-of-state purchases.
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