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SPEAKER MODELING
The sound of great amplifiers is due to the speaker as much as from the other components, yet until now no one has modeled an actual speaker driver alone, independently from the cabinet it is loaded into. Imagine having an empty 1x12 speaker cabinet that you can instantly load with any one of six classic speaker types (Vintage 30, Greenback, Creamback, P12Q, Swamp Thang, and Blue Bell) just by pressing a button. Speaker Modeling mode enables you to do just that—virtually—using a new technology developed by Line 6.
Powercabs feature a custom hybrid coaxial speaker with a lightweight cone and a high-temperature 2" voice coil that delivers the punch and dynamic response you expect from a guitar speaker, along with the extended range of a P.A. speaker—a design that adds unparalleled authenticity to the sound and response of the speaker models.
In Flat Mode, Powercab 112 delivers a neutral frequency response from 70Hz to 20kHz with plenty of headroom. There is no need to adjust your modeler’s settings—your presets will sound just the way you expect them to.
In addition to sounding and responding like traditional guitar cabinets, Powercab guitar speaker systems also look the part. Unlike many other powered cabinets currently used with modelers, Powercabs don’t resemble P.A. speakers. Instead, they feature familiar touches such as stylish covering materials and grill cloths, as well as flip-out kickstands that allow them to be angled toward the performer, whether used in the backline or as a frontline monitor.
Sturdily constructed of plywood and featuring unique curved backs that add rigidity while decreasing weight, Powercabs are designed to withstand the rigors of the road. Weighing in at a gig-friendly 35 pounds (16 kilograms), and small enough to easily be carried with one hand, they are nonetheless loud enough to fill small clubs and medium-sized venues. Powercabs also feature XLR outputs with microphone emulation for feeding the FOH, and flip-out kickstands allow them to be angled toward the performer for additional onstage versatility.
| Powercab 112 | Powercab 112 Plus |
Speaker Size |
12" |
12" |
Speaker Type |
Custom Guitar Coaxial |
Custom Guitar Coaxial |
Speaker Impedance |
8Ω |
8Ω |
High Frequency Driver |
1" Compression Driver |
1" Compression Driver |
Compression Driver Impedance |
8Ω |
8Ω |
Frequency Response |
70Hz - 20kHz |
70Hz - 20kHz |
Loudness SPL |
125dB SPL @ 1m |
125dB SPL @ 1m |
Peak Wattage |
250 watts |
250 watts |
XLR Direct Outs |
1 |
1 |
Combination Input Jacks |
1 |
2 |
L6 LINK™ / AES/EBU |
No |
Input and Output |
USB Audio Interface |
No |
Yes - Stereo/Out |
Presets |
No |
128 |
Display |
No |
Yes |
Speaker Emulations |
6 |
6 (expandable) |
Impulse Response Support |
No |
Yes |
MIDI I/O |
No |
Yes |
Kick Stands |
Yes |
Yes |
Weight |
15.08 kg (33 lb 4 oz) |
16.10 kg (35 lb 8 oz) |
Dimensions (mm) |
567 x 462 x 305 |
567 x 462 x 305 |