1938 Gibson EH-150 Amplifier

The rounded-corner, 12″ speaker version of the Gibson EH-150, built between 1937 and 1941 is the amplifier most commonly associated with the Father of Electric Jazz Guitar, Charlie Christian.  Christian made use of the EH-150 in both big band and nightclub settings, and the influence of this legendary amplifier’s tone on the evolving sound of Jazz and Bebop cannot be understated.

This amplifier is a very nice example of a 1938 Gibson EH-150. The original tweed covering presents well, while showing the typical signs of wear that are common on a vintage tweed amp. Staining in the amp’s tweed covering suggests ancient water damage; however, the cabinet is completely structurally sound and the amplifier functions as intended. The amplifier’s circuit is largely original apart from some replaced capacitors, including filter and signal caps, as part of general servicing. The original Gibson-branded “Ultrasonic Reproducer” speaker is in good shape and still has its original cone. All transformers are original.

This 1938 Gibson EH-150 sounds exactly the way you want it to and is surprisingly loud.  Used on the Microphone channel, the amp overdrives with a creamy warmth and incredible harmonic content.

1938 Gibson EH-150 vintage tweed amplifier

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Among the more interesting amplifier offerings to have come through our shop in some time, this 1957 Gibson Maestro GA-45 Accordion amplifier is rare, unusual and exciting.

The Gibson-made GA-45 is a dual 6V6 Class A amplifier that shares similar circuitry to Gibson’s GA-40 Les Paul guitar amp. One key difference between the two models is the 4×10″ speaker configuration of the GA-45 as opposed to the single 12″ in an era-equivalent GA-40. Additionally, the GA-45 offers a wider range of tonal sculpting in the form of separate Bass and Treble controls.

While billed as an accordion amplifier, the GA-45 packs serious punch when paired with a guitar. Offering a warm and full voice with excellent clarity and strong low-midrange presence, this amp will make any guitar sit beautifully in a mix. Delivering harmonically rich and wonderfully creamy breakup tones at reasonable volumes, the GA-45 is an excellent amplifier for any rock or country setting and excels in lead guitar applications. The Tremolo on this amp is clean and clear and is well controlled with an excellent range of depth and speed.

Back at our shop with a clean bill of health after some general servicing by Toronto’s Dom Tantalo, this 1957 Gibson Maestro GA-45 amp is in perfect working order and ready for any stage, studio, or collection.

This amp is largely original and in overall excellent condition. The transformers, speakers, and circuit are original. The RCA preamp tubes in V1 and V2 are from the ’70s, but all other tubes are original RCAs with ’57 date codes. Filter caps have been updated and the original power cable has been replaced with a grounded one of modern spec.

Vintage 1957 Gibson Maestro GA-45 Accordion Amplifier

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An exciting early “silverface” amplifier, this 1969 Fender Princeton Reverb is a remarkably good sounding example of this fabulously popular model.

This amp is largely original, with the exception of some replaced capacitors as part of general servicing, a replaced reverb tank, and a Weber Classic Alnico 10″ speaker. All transformers are dated to 1969, and the circuit is unmodified. The amp sports an array of vintage and modern tubes, all of which are in good working order. A green jewel has been installed in place of the original red one; it looks cool.

Recently serviced by Dom Tantalo, this 1969 Fender Princeton Reverb is stage and studio ready, delivering excellent and reliable performance. Don’t let its gig-worn appearance fool you, this amp is ready to hit the road again with a full tank.

With the same AA1174 circuit as a Mid 1960s Fender Princeton Reverb, the Silverface versions from the late 1960s and early 1970s offer huge value.

Vintage 1969 Fender Princeton Reverb silverface electric guitar amplifier

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A reproduction of Marshall’s famous model 1962 “Bluesbreaker” combo – made famous by Eric Clapton and his recordings with John Mayall and the Bluesbreakers – this 1990 JTM Tremolo 50 features a 30 watt circuit, GZ34 rectifier, EL34 tubes, 5881 power tubes, and a pair of Celestion Greenback G12M 25 watt speakers. The amp is in excellent condition, appears completely original, and works perfectly.

There’s nothing that sounds like a Bluesbreaker. It is about as close as you can get to British overdrive heaven.

At about 65 lbs this amp isn’t going into a shipping box, sorry. Local sales only.

1990 Marshall JTM 1962 Bluesbreaker Reissue electric guitar amplifier

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The Fender Pro Reverb was introduced in June of 1965, and has the distinction of being the only model of Black-Panel amplifiers that wasn’t offered in the pre-CBS era. You won’t find a ‘Fender Electric Instruments’ Pro Reverb.

This example is incredibly clean and is in perfect condition. It’s just been serviced by Dom Tantalo (Filter, bias, and cathode bypass caps replaced, a few non-original tubes replaced with NOS versions, clean, test, etc), and it received his high praises. Tube chart date of April 1967; transformers all date mid 1966 to the first week of ’67. Both 12” speakers are original but their date codes are obscured by stickers.

About 35 watts, 6L6 power section; incredible clean headroom with a little bit of sizzle when you get past about 4 on the volume knob. One of Fender’s best sounding models, and an incredibly versatile amp.

With original cover and foot switch.

No shipping, sorry.

1967 Fender Pro Reverb electric guitar amplifier

 

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