Ophion 1x12

Achillies Ophion 1×12 Speaker Cabinet

The Ophion 1×12 brings the same innovative design philosophy of the Ophion series into a more compact, focused format—delivering exceptional resonance, clarity, and room-filling sound from a single speaker enclosure.

At the heart of the Ophion 1×12 is its sculpted semi-open rear design, featuring arched sound ports that allow controlled airflow and natural cabinet resonance. Rather than behaving like a traditional open-back or closed-back cabinet, the Ophion operates in a space between the two, producing a sound that feels alive, responsive, and harmonically rich.

Much like a semi-acoustic instrument, the cabinet interacts with the speaker and the room in a musical way. Clean tones bloom with warmth and dimension, while edge-of-breakup and driven sounds retain articulation without becoming boxy or overly directional. The result is a cabinet that feels bigger than its size, with a wide sound field and excellent dispersion.

The 1×12 format adds its own character to the Ophion design. With a single speaker, the cabinet offers greater immediacy and touch sensitivity, making it ideal for players who value dynamic response and expressive control. It excels in studio environments, small to medium stages, and home setups where controlled volume and tonal detail are paramount.

Tonally, the Ophion 1×12 delivers:

• A tight, defined low end without excessive thump

• Open, detailed mids that sit naturally in a mix

• Smooth, non-fatiguing highs

• Even sound spread across the room

Despite its compact footprint, the Ophion 1×12 never feels small or constrained. Instead, it provides a refined, balanced voice that translates beautifully across styles—from clean and edge-of-breakup tones to rich, harmonically complex overdrive.

As with all Achillies cabinets, the Ophion 1×12 is handcrafted with uncompromising attention to detail, ensuring tonal consistency, durability, and long-term reliability.

Key Design Highlights

• Unique arched rear port design for controlled resonance and airflow

• Semi-open back behaviour with enhanced room interaction

• Wide sound dispersion with reduced beaminess

• Highly touch-responsive and dynamically expressive

• Compact footprint with a full, three-dimensional sound

Construction & Specifications

(As per product specifications)

• Built with Baltic Birch Plywood throughout

• Traditional Dovetailed joinery

• Precision-cut rear baffle with sculpted arch openings

• Solid, road-worthy enclosure

• Top handle

• Parallel output jacks

• High-quality hardware and fittings

• Dimensions: 58cm x 47cm x 27 cm

• Proudly handcrafted in Australia

The Achillies Ophion 1×12

The Ophion 1×12 is designed for players who want maximum character and feel from a single speaker cabinet. Compact yet expansive, controlled yet organic, it offers a uniquely musical response that rewards nuance, dynamics, and expression—making it an inspiring companion for both stage and studio.