Jensen Tone Chart

Overall cabinet wattage is equal to the sum of each individual speaker's power rating. For speaker longevity and health, Jensen recommends an overall cabinet wattage equal to about twice the amplifier's output wattage.

Guitarist/Bassist Description: Descriptions of tone are subjective and do not represent the only possible interpretation of sound heard from each speaker. Ultimately, the tone of a speaker is a product of many factors including the player, the listener, the instrument, the amp, the cabinet, effects and the room in which it is played. Genre of music for each speaker is purposely not mentioned due to the myriad tones generally used in each genre.

SpeakerSpeaker TypeDiameterRated PowerImpedancesSound Samples
Mod 6-15Mod Series6"15 watts4Ω ,8Ω
Guitarist Description: A good upgrade for small practice amps.
SpeakerSpeaker TypeDiameterRated PowerImpedancesSound Samples
C6VVintage Ceramic6"20 watts4Ω ,8Ω
LowsMidsHighsOverdrive
TightFirmSmoothCrunchy
Guitarist Description: Extremely versatile. Warm clean tone with top-end chime. It remains strong and articulate when presented with overdrive distortion.
SpeakerSpeaker TypeDiameterRated PowerImpedancesSound Samples
P6VVintage Alnico6"20 watts4Ω ,8Ω
LowsMidsHighsOverdrive
TightFirmBrightEdgy
Guitarist Description: Warm clean tone with sparkling highs. It responds to overdrive distortion with a gritty bite.
SpeakerSpeaker TypeDiameterRated PowerImpedancesSound Samples
Mod 8-20Mod Series8"20 watts4Ω ,8Ω
LowsMidsHighsOverdrive
Loose/FatFirmSmoothSmooth
Guitarist Description: Straightforward tone with smooth highs and more predominant lows. Responds to overdrive distortion with a mellow fuzz overdrive.
Bassist Description: Bright
SpeakerSpeaker TypeDiameterRated PowerImpedancesSound Samples
C8RVintage Ceramic8"25 watts4Ω ,8Ω
LowsMidsHighsOverdrive
TightAggressiveBrightEdgy
Guitarist Description: Crystal clear tone with brightly shining highs. Responds to overdrive distortion with a bright fuzz lead voice.
SpeakerSpeaker TypeDiameterRated PowerImpedancesSound Samples
P8RVintage Alnico8"25 watts4Ω ,8Ω
LowsMidsHighsOverdrive
LooseSubduedBrightSmooth
Guitarist Description: Warm clean tone with emphasis on the highs. Responds to overdrive distortion with a warm and bright fuzz lead voice.
SpeakerSpeaker TypeDiameterRated PowerImpedancesSound Samples
8" Falcon 8Jet Series8"30 watts8Ω ,16Ω
LowsMidsHighsOverdrive
BalancedVocalSmoothFat
Guitarist Description: Firmly rooted in the American tradition with a notable sensitivity and firmness, the Falcon 8/30 offers a smooth response with both clean and pushed tones. The carefully-tailored top end and the strong, firm low-mid and bass response deliver a powerful yet immediate tone.
SpeakerSpeaker TypeDiameterRated PowerImpedancesSound Samples
Punch BP 8/150Bass Speakers8"150 watts
LowsMidsHighsOverdrive
TightFirmBright
Bassist Description: Hard driving with a lot of top end clarity.
SpeakerSpeaker TypeDiameterRated PowerImpedancesSound Samples
Smooth BS 8N/250ABass Speakers8"250 watts
LowsMidsHighsOverdrive
FatSubduedSubtle
Bassist Description: Smooth, round and mellow.
SpeakerSpeaker TypeDiameterRated PowerImpedancesSound Samples
C10RVintage Ceramic10"25 watts
LowsMidsHighsOverdrive
LooseFirmBrightEdgy/Crunchy
Guitarist Description: Colorful bell-like chime which transitions into a gritty response when presented with overdrive distortion.
SpeakerSpeaker TypeDiameterRated PowerImpedancesSound Samples
P10RVintage Alnico10"25 watts4Ω ,8Ω ,16Ω
LowsMidsHighsOverdrive
LooseFirmSmoothCrunchy
Guitarist Description: Rich, warm tone. Accentuates the higher frequencies in sparkling detail.
SpeakerSpeaker TypeDiameterRated PowerImpedancesSound Samples
P10R-FENVintage Alnico10"25 watts
LowsMidsHighsOverdrive
LooseSubduedSubtleCrunchy
Guitarist Description: Warm, mellow tone with less bite and brightness than the standard P10R. In overdrive, this one eases into a creamy distortion.
SpeakerSpeaker TypeDiameterRated PowerImpedancesSound Samples
C10QVintage Ceramic10"35 watts8Ω ,16Ω
LowsMidsHighsOverdrive
LooseAggressiveBrightEdgy
Guitarist Description: Straightforward tone with mid-frequency bite. Presented with overdrive distortion, it can sound edgy.
SpeakerSpeaker TypeDiameterRated PowerImpedancesSound Samples
Mod 10-35Mod Series10"35 watts8Ω ,16Ω
LowsMidsHighsOverdrive
TightAggressiveBrightEdgy
Guitarist Description: Warm, straightforward tone and tight bass frequencies. Presented with overdrive distortion, takes on a gritty edge.
Bassist Description: Full
SpeakerSpeaker TypeDiameterRated PowerImpedancesSound Samples
10" Falcon 40Jet Series10"40 watts8Ω ,16Ω
LowsMidsHighsOverdrive
Tight/FatFirmSmoothCrunchy
Guitarist Description: Warm, straightforward tone with a pronounced low end. When presented with overdrive distortion, it presents some mean fuzz.
SpeakerSpeaker TypeDiameterRated PowerImpedancesSound Samples
P10QVintage Alnico10"40 watts8Ω ,16Ω
LowsMidsHighsOverdrive
LooseFirmBrightCrunchy
Guitarist Description: Warm tone with some bite in the mid frequencies which translates into a fierce response to overdrive distortion.
SpeakerSpeaker TypeDiameterRated PowerImpedancesSound Samples
10" Blackbird 40Jet Series10"40 watts8Ω ,16Ω
LowsMidsHighsOverdrive
TightFocusedDetailedCrunchy
Guitarist Description: Powerful and natural sound, with a solid and firm bass range. The midrange and treble are open and airy, with the typical immediacy of the best 10" speakers. When used with crunch and overdrive tones, it retains a focused, cutting response.
SpeakerSpeaker TypeDiameterRated PowerImpedancesSound Samples
10" Electric Lightning 50Jet Series10"50 watts8Ω ,16Ω
LowsMidsHighsOverdrive
FatAggressiveBrightCrunchy
Guitarist Description: Warm and bold with shimmering highs. Presented with overdrive distortion, it remains strong and articulate.
SpeakerSpeaker TypeDiameterRated PowerImpedancesSound Samples
Mod 10-50Mod Series10"50 watts4Ω ,8Ω ,16Ω ,32Ω
LowsMidsHighsOverdrive
TightSubduedSmoothEdgy
Guitarist Description: Warm, straightforward tone and tight bass frequencies.When presented with overdrive distortion, it exhibits a colorful fuzz edge.
Bassist Description: Full
SpeakerSpeaker TypeDiameterRated PowerImpedancesSound Samples
10" Silverbird 10Jet Series10"50 watts
LowsMidsHighsOverdrive
WarmDetailedOpenCrunchy
Guitarist Description: Directly inspired from the Blackbird 10/40 tone, the Silverbird 10/50 is a superbly balanced speaker. Powerful bass range, tight enough for the higher gain applications, yet warm and full. Highly versatile, it fits nicely in a wide range of musical genres with its open and detailed vintage-inspired tone.
SpeakerSpeaker TypeDiameterRated PowerImpedancesSound Samples
Mod 10-70Mod Series10"70 watts
LowsMidsHighsOverdrive
FatAggressiveSubtleEdgy
Guitarist Description: Thick, straightforward tone and fat bass frequencies. Exhibits a bass heavy, dirty grit when presented with overdrive distortion.
Bassist Description: Full and well-balanced
SpeakerSpeaker TypeDiameterRated PowerImpedancesSound Samples
10" Blackbird 100Jet Series10"100 watts8Ω ,16Ω
LowsMidsHighsOverdrive
FatAggressiveBrightEdgy/Crunchy
Guitarist Description: Fat low end response topped with sparkling highs. It exhibits a bright, dirty grit when presented with overdrive distortion.
SpeakerSpeaker TypeDiameterRated PowerImpedancesSound Samples
10" Tornado Classic 100Jet Series10"100 watts4Ω ,8Ω ,16Ω
LowsMidsHighsOverdrive
Tight/FatAggressiveBrightEdgy/Crunchy
Guitarist Description: Tight, warm low end response topped with sparkling highs. It exhibits a bright and well defined bite when presented with overdrive distortion.
SpeakerSpeaker TypeDiameterRated PowerImpedancesSound Samples
Punch BP 10/150Bass Speakers10"150 watts
LowsMidsHighsOverdrive
TightFirmBright
Bassist Description: Thick and tight.
SpeakerSpeaker TypeDiameterRated PowerImpedancesSound Samples
Smooth BS 10N/250ABass Speakers10"250 watts
LowsMidsHighsOverdrive
FatSubduedSubtle
Bassist Description: Round with lots of warmth.
SpeakerSpeaker TypeDiameterRated PowerImpedancesSound Samples
C12RVintage Ceramic12"25 watts
LowsMidsHighsOverdrive
TightFirmBrightCrunchy
Guitarist Description: Warm low and mid response with smooth/bright highs. When presented with overdrive distortion, it presents smooth crunch with low-end focus.
SpeakerSpeaker TypeDiameterRated PowerImpedancesSound Samples
P12RVintage Alnico12"25 watts8Ω ,16Ω
LowsMidsHighsOverdrive
LooseFirmBrightEdgy/Crunchy
Guitarist Description: Straightforward, bright tone.
SpeakerSpeaker TypeDiameterRated PowerImpedancesSound Samples
C12QVintage Ceramic12"35 watts8Ω ,16Ω
LowsMidsHighsOverdrive
TightAggressiveBrightEdgy
Guitarist Description: Well rounded, straightforward tone with a lot of mid bite and bright highs.
SpeakerSpeaker TypeDiameterRated PowerImpedancesSound Samples
Mod 12-35Mod Series12"35 watts8Ω ,16Ω
LowsMidsHighsOverdrive
FatFirmSubtleEdgy
Guitarist Description: Straightforward tone with low end focus. When presented with overdrive distortion it exhibits a straightforward fuzz voice.
Bassist Description: Boomy, warm and full-bodied
SpeakerSpeaker TypeDiameterRated PowerImpedancesSound Samples
P12QVintage Alnico12"40 watts8Ω ,16Ω ,32Ω
LowsMidsHighsOverdrive
LooseFirmSmoothEdgy
Guitarist Description: Very warm, mid-focused bite with clear bright highs. When presented with overdrive distortion it remains well balanced.
SpeakerSpeaker TypeDiameterRated PowerImpedancesSound Samples
12" Blackbird 40Jet Series12"40 watts8Ω ,16Ω
LowsMidsHighsOverdrive
Tight/deepPresentBrilliantCrunchy
Guitarist Description: Warm and natural sounding with a remarkably deep and controlled low end, a firm midrange, topped by a transparent, chime-filled treble range. Capable of crunchy, overdriven tones, with a brilliant, detailed response.
SpeakerSpeaker TypeDiameterRated PowerImpedancesSound Samples
12" Falcon 50Jet Series12"50 watts8Ω ,16Ω
LowsMidsHighsOverdrive
Loose/FatFirmBrightCrunchy
Guitarist Description: Warm and full bodied tone with lows that are rich and fat. It responds to overdrive distortion with a colorful crunch.
SpeakerSpeaker TypeDiameterRated PowerImpedancesSound Samples
C12NVintage Ceramic12"50 watts4Ω ,8Ω ,16Ω
LowsMidsHighsOverdrive
LooseAggressiveBrightCrunchy
Guitarist Description: Smooth and straightforward, full bodied tone with high frequency chime. It responds to overdrive distortion with powerful mid bite.
SpeakerSpeaker TypeDiameterRated PowerImpedancesSound Samples
Mod 12-50Mod Series12"50 watts8Ω ,16Ω
LowsMidsHighsOverdrive
LooseFirmSmoothEdgy/Crunchy
Guitarist Description: Warm, well balanced tone with low end focus. It responds to overdrive distortion with a rich smooth crunch and bright lead-voice fuzz.
Bassist Description: Smooth and thick
SpeakerSpeaker TypeDiameterRated PowerImpedancesSound Samples
P12NVintage Alnico12"50 watts8Ω ,16Ω
LowsMidsHighsOverdrive
LooseAggressiveBrightEdgy
Guitarist Description: Very warm and full bodied tone with powerful mid-bite and sparkling highs. When presented with overdrive distortion it displays a bright and colorful crunch.
SpeakerSpeaker TypeDiameterRated PowerImpedancesSound Samples
P12N No BellVintage Alnico12"50 watts8Ω ,16Ω
LowsMidsHighsOverdrive
LooseAggressiveBrightEdgy
Guitarist Description: Very warm and full bodied tone with powerful mid-bite and sparkling highs. When presented with overdrive distortion it displays a bright and colorful crunch.
SpeakerSpeaker TypeDiameterRated PowerImpedancesSound Samples
12" Tornado Stealth 65Jet Series12"65 watts8Ω ,16Ω
LowsMidsHighsOverdrive
FatSubduedSmoothSmooth
Guitarist Description: Warm low end, relaxed mids and rounded highs. Responds to overdrive distortion with easy breakup and punch.
SpeakerSpeaker TypeDiameterRated PowerImpedancesSound Samples
12" Electric Lightning 70Jet Series12"70 watts8Ω ,16Ω
LowsMidsHighsOverdrive
FatAggressiveBrightCrunchy
Guitarist Description: Straightforward, powerful tone with fat lows, throaty mids and crisp, bright highs. It responds to overdrive distortion with a commandingly strong and well-defined crunch.
SpeakerSpeaker TypeDiameterRated PowerImpedancesSound Samples
Mod 12-70Mod Series12"70 watts4Ω ,8Ω ,16Ω
LowsMidsHighsOverdrive
TightSubduedBrightEdgy
Guitarist Description: Loud, dynamic, and well defined. Has a defined warm crunch response to overdrive distortion
Bassist Description: Straightforward, bottom-heavy punch
SpeakerSpeaker TypeDiameterRated PowerImpedancesSound Samples
12" Silverbird 12Jet Series12"70 watts
LowsMidsHighsOverdrive
RobustClearDetailedCrunchy
Guitarist Description: With a voicing inspired from the Blackbird 12/40 tone, the Silverbird 12/70 retains the present detailed top-end, which is so important for a good clean tone, paired with a clear, expressive midrange. Its robust, warm low-end is a solid foundation for an overall balanced, powerful tone with higher gain applications.
SpeakerSpeaker TypeDiameterRated PowerImpedancesSound Samples
12" Nighthawk 75Jet Series12"75 watts8Ω ,16Ω
LowsMidsHighsOverdrive
FatFirmSmoothSmooth
Guitarist Description: Warm, smooth and open with strong, throaty note definition complemented by crisp, clear highs.
SpeakerSpeaker TypeDiameterRated PowerImpedancesSound Samples
12" Tornado Stealth 80Jet Series12"80 watts8Ω ,16Ω
LowsMidsHighsOverdrive
Tight/DeepFirmBrightSmooth
Guitarist Description: Well balanced from low to high end with firm mids and sparkling highs. When presented with overdrive distortion, remains smooth with detailed note definition.
SpeakerSpeaker TypeDiameterRated PowerImpedancesSound Samples
12" Blackbird 100Jet Series12"100 watts8Ω ,16Ω
LowsMidsHighsOverdrive
FatFirmSmoothSmooth
Guitarist Description: Extremely warm and smooth with a very rich, fat low-end and sparkling highs. Handles overdrive distortion by bringing out colorful detail and holding strong even at maximum crunch
SpeakerSpeaker TypeDiameterRated PowerImpedancesSound Samples
12" Tornado Classic 100Jet Series12"100 watts4Ω ,8Ω ,16Ω
LowsMidsHighsOverdrive
Powerful/FatBalancedOpen/SmoothDefined/Crunchy
Guitarist Description: Crystal clear, clean tones, accented by shimmering highs with each note sounding tight and well-defined. When presented with overdrive distortion, the notes remain well-defined with lots of bite.
SpeakerSpeaker TypeDiameterRated PowerImpedancesSound Samples
12" Tornado Stealth 100Jet Series12"100 watts8Ω ,16Ω
LowsMidsHighsOverdrive
Powerful/FatBalancedOpen/SmoothDefined/Crunchy
Guitarist Description: Crystal clear clean tones, accented by shimmering highs with each note sounding tight and well defined. When presented with overdrive distortion, the notes remain well defined with lots of bite.
SpeakerSpeaker TypeDiameterRated PowerImpedancesSound Samples
C12KVintage Ceramic12"100 watts4Ω ,8Ω ,16Ω
LowsMidsHighsOverdrive
TightAggressiveSubtleEdgy/Crunchy
Guitarist Description: A real workhorse, heavy on the mids with a solid, straightforward tone. Presented with overdrive distortion it powers through with lows that are bold and heavy.
SpeakerSpeaker TypeDiameterRated PowerImpedancesSound Samples
12" Raptor 100Jet Series12"100 watts8Ω ,16Ω
LowsMidsHighsOverdrive
Fat/DeepFirm/VocalSubtle/ExtendedSmooth/Crunchy
Guitarist Description: Powerful, smooth and warm. Excellent definition in the upper midrange. When presented with overdrive distortion, it exhibits a silky, full-sounding lead tone.
SpeakerSpeaker TypeDiameterRated PowerImpedancesSound Samples
C12K-2Vintage Ceramic12"100 watts8Ω ,16Ω
LowsMidsHighsOverdrive
TightWarmSmoothCreamy
Guitarist Description: Fat, smooth and warm. Presented with overdrive distortion, it exhibits a silky, smooth, lead fuzz.
SpeakerSpeaker TypeDiameterRated PowerImpedancesSound Samples
N12KVintage Neo12"100 watts8Ω ,16Ω
LowsMidsHighsOverdrive
TightAggressiveSubtleEdgy/Crunchy
Guitarist Description: Heavy on the mids with a solid, straightforward tone. Presented with overdrive distortion, it powers through with lows that are bold and heavy.
SpeakerSpeaker TypeDiameterRated PowerImpedancesSound Samples
Mod 12-110Mod Series12"110 watts8Ω ,16Ω
LowsMidsHighsOverdrive
FatAggressiveSmoothEdgy/Crunchy
Guitarist Description: Strong, punchy, and articulate with emphasis on the mids. Responds to overdrive distortion with a tight and balanced fuzz that remains strong and straightforward.
Bassist Description: Boomy, hard and punchy
SpeakerSpeaker TypeDiameterRated PowerImpedancesSound Samples
C12DD-Series12"150 watts4Ω ,8Ω
LowsMidsHighsOverdrive
ClearWarmSparklingRich
Guitarist Description: The C12D was the missing component from my modelling rig. The full range response captures the complex tones of the amp and IR cab but pushes them in a way that feels and sounds like a traditional guitar stack.
SpeakerSpeaker TypeDiameterRated PowerImpedancesSound Samples
N12DD-Series12"150 watts4Ω ,8Ω
LowsMidsHighsOverdrive
TightArticulateTransparentDynamic
Guitarist Description: Playing a modelling amp through the PA made loading in easy but I lost the feel and control I used to have on stage with a traditional rig. The lightweight N12D gave me the best of both worlds putting the cabinet back on stage without the worry of inconsistency in my sound from venue to venue.
SpeakerSpeaker TypeDiameterRated PowerImpedancesSound Samples
Punch BP 12/250Bass Speakers12"250 watts
LowsMidsHighsOverdrive
TightFirmBright
Bassist Description: Thick and defined.
SpeakerSpeaker TypeDiameterRated PowerImpedancesSound Samples
Smooth BS 12N/250ABass Speakers12"250 watts
LowsMidsHighsOverdrive
FatSubduedSubtle
Bassist Description: Rich, fat and open.
SpeakerSpeaker TypeDiameterRated PowerImpedancesSound Samples
C15NVintage Ceramic15"50 watts8Ω ,16Ω
LowsMidsHighsOverdrive
FatAggressiveBrightSmooth
Guitarist Description: Tight low-end and clear, bright highs. Responds to overdrive distortion with a gritty edge.
SpeakerSpeaker TypeDiameterRated PowerImpedancesSound Samples
P15N No BellVintage Alnico15"50 watts8Ω ,16Ω
LowsMidsHighsOverdrive
Tight/FatAggressiveBrightEdgy
Guitarist Description: Warm, deep low-end and sparkling highs. Responds to overdrive distortion with a bright edge and lengthy sustain capabilities.
SpeakerSpeaker TypeDiameterRated PowerImpedancesSound Samples
C15KVintage Ceramic15"100 watts8Ω ,16Ω
LowsMidsHighsOverdrive
FatAggressiveBrightCrunchy
Guitarist Description: Full, boomy low-end with aggressive mids and bright highs. Responds to overdrive distortion with a strong rhythm crunch and fuzz lead voice
SpeakerSpeaker TypeDiameterRated PowerImpedancesSound Samples
Mod 15-120Mod Series15"100 watts4Ω ,8Ω ,16Ω
LowsMidsHighsOverdrive
Loose/FatFirmSubtleSmooth
Guitarist Description: Full, boomy low-end focus with subtle highs. Responds to overdrive distortion with a gritty edge.
Bassist Description: Boomy, low-end dominance
SpeakerSpeaker TypeDiameterRated PowerImpedancesSound Samples
Mod 15-200Mod Series15"200 watts4Ω ,8Ω ,16Ω
LowsMidsHighsOverdrive
TightFirmBrightSmooth
Guitarist Description: Tight low-end with clear bright highs. Responds to overdrive distortion with a rhythm crunch and fuzz lead voice.
Bassist Description: Warm, deep and powerful
SpeakerSpeaker TypeDiameterRated PowerImpedancesSound Samples
Punch BP 15/250Bass Speakers15"250 watts
LowsMidsHighsOverdrive
FatFirmBright
Bassist Description: Boomy with a well-defined top end.
SpeakerSpeaker TypeDiameterRated PowerImpedancesSound Samples
Smooth BS 15N/350ABass Speakers15"350 watts
LowsMidsHighsOverdrive
FatFirmSubtle
Bassist Description: Thick and well balanced.