I'm looking to get some new speakers for my 4x12 guit fiddle cab. Currently I have a hodge pogde including a coupla black widows and a coupa others I can't even remember. I was wanting to go with celestion greenbacks but I'm confused as to the type. I know how to properly wire the speakers to achieve any of the common desired loads, but this still leaves me with many choices. 8 ohm or 16 ohm, serial or parallel?

I'm looking for a vintage vibe and I'm wondering if you kind folks can explain to me what each configuration might give me tone wise and amp strain wise? My head is able to accomodate 4 ohm, 8 ohm, stereo 16 ohm, or 16 ohm.

What general sound can I expect. I really don't want to buy both the 8 and 16 ohm speakers to test each configuration.

My gut feel is to get the 8 ohm'ers and wire it for 8

Anyone have input here? I realize this is an open question but bear in mind I'll only take these responses in general terms and will hold noone accountable

Thanks in advance