The product is a vintage 1964 Fender Blonde Showman Blackface Tube Amp Head Model AB 763, suitable for electric guitars. This amplifier head, with 8 ohms impedance, is a classic piece from the United States with a unique blackface design. It utilizes modeling technology to deliver high-quality sound and performance, perfect for guitarists looking for a vintage feel with modern capabilities. This Fender amp head is a must-have for collectors and musicians seeking a historically significant and powerful amplifier for their electric guitar.
Vintage Fender amplifier Head. Includes all Tubes, one of the power tubes is missing the Key in pin – so you may want to change that one, or be careful using it. This amp powers on – and is working good – no odd or strange sounds. Both channels and all Functions working. See all pictures for condition. Appears to be mostly all original – see all pictures. I do see a Tube socket that looks changed out and the power cord was repaired. Pots date to 1976. Transformer codes 606-642, 606-612. Back panel is a little wavy as seen. Good for your amplifier – sounds great.
Here’s a 1954 Fender Deluxe 5C3 Wide Panel amplifier in its aged lacquered tweed covering. This is a player-grade vintage Deluxe rather than an untouched collector example, and I want to be very clear about the changes and service history. It has lived a long musical life, has been maintained over the years, and remains a fully functional vintage Fender that can actually be played and enjoyed. The amp is approximately 10 watts through a single 12 speaker and has the focused midrange, compression, and dynamic response that made these early Tweed Deluxes so distinctive. What’s Original / What’s Changed. The cabinet retains its aged lacquered tweed covering, which presents remarkably well for an amplifier more than 70 years old. The original speaker has been replaced with a vintage 1970s Eminence 12 speaker. The original output transformer has also been replaced with a Midwest transformer. The previous owner was told by another knowledgeable vintage-amp enthusiast that its markings may indicate either 1957 or 1967. I have not independently confirmed the exact transformer date, so I’m passing that information along as part of the amp’s history rather than presenting it as established fact. The amplifier has also received normal service over the years, including. Replacement electrolytic capacitors. Some replaced resistors. Grounded three-prong power cord. Replacement leather carrying handle. Pots cleaned and serviced. An aluminum shielding layer is present inside the cabinet. The previous owner investigated this after questions were raised about the cabinet covering and reported finding the earlier insulating material beneath the aluminum. I have left this assembly undisturbed. The amplifier largely follows the Fender 5C3 circuit. I would describe the amp as Very Good vintage condition. The tweed shows the discoloration, wear, and surface character you would expect from an actual 1954 amplifier, but the cabinet presents very nicely overall. This is not being represented as collector-original. The replacement speaker, replacement output transformer, electronic service, power-cord upgrade, and replacement handle are all disclosed above. Most importantly, the amp is functional and ready to be played. I think the best way to look at this one is as a genuine player-grade 1954 Tweed Deluxe: an authentic early Fender that has experienced the repairs and maintenance necessary to keep it working over more than seven decades. 5C3 Wide Panel circuit era. Approximately 10 watts. Lacquered Tweed cabinet. Vintage 1970s Eminence replacement speaker. Midwest replacement output transformer. Three-prong grounded power cord. Replacement leather handle. Made in Fullerton, California, USA. Please look through all of the pictures carefully. With a vintage amp like this, I consider the photographs an important part of the description, especially the chassis, components, transformer, speaker, cabinet, and tweed.
Clean and functional 1976 silverface Fender Princeton. Excellent studio and gigging amp for small venues. Unmistakable clean fender tone and runs great with pedals. Normal cosmetic wear for its age. This is an original silverface amp and doesn’t appear to have ever been serviced or at least as long as I’ve had the pleasure of having it(since 2022). You may want to have it gone over by a professional tech especially if you plan on gigging with it. Thanks for checking it out. It’s a great sounding piece of original musical history that needs a good home.
This Fender Twin Reverb Silverface vintage tube amp is a highly sought-after piece for guitarists and collectors alike. With its classic combo design and Weber speakers, this amp delivers a rich and authentic sound that is perfect for both vintage and modern music styles. Made in the United States by Fender, known for their high-quality musical instruments, this amp is a true gem for any musician looking to add a touch of vintage charm to their setup.
Fender Band-Master Vintage Tube Amp Combo USA Blackface Style 1×12 Eminence. Item Description Up for sale is a classic vintage Fender Band-Master guitar amplifier, housed in a practical, portable 1×12 combo cabinet configuration. Manufactured by Fender Musical Instruments in Fullerton, California, USA, this unit features the iconic script logo and classic Blackface-era aesthetic styling. Provenance & Servicing: This amplifier was a gift and the historical documentation or ownership records for the unit prior to this point is lost or unavailable. To ensure optimal performance and reliability for its next owner, the amplifier was recently refurbished. During this service, the circuit capacitors were repaired or replaced, the control pots were cleaned or replaced, and the unit was bench-tested to confirm it operates properly. It has been suggested that this combo amp is possibly the result of the installation of a Band-Master head into a combo cabinet for more convenience and flexiblity. I have no proof that happened, but the evidence seems to indicate that. Key Features & Controls. Dual-Channel Setup: Independent Normal and Vibrato channels. Control Layout: Features Bright switches, Volume, Treble, and Bass controls for both channels, plus Speed and Intensity controls for the classic built-in Fender tremolo effect. Speaker Configuration: Equipped with a single 12-inch Eminence speaker, delivering tight low-end, punchy mids, and signature clean top-end clarity. Rear Panel Connections: Includes Ground switch, Fuse receptacle, Speaker output, External Speaker extension jack, and Vibrato Pedal jack. Origin: Made in USA (Fullerton, California). Late 1964 to 1967. Based on the “Fender Musical Instruments” text on the faceplate. We noted this was a. Custom 1×12 combo conversion. Since vintage Bandmasters were originally produced as separate heads and large 2×12 cabinets, this unit was likely rehoused in a smaller cabinet for portability.
An original vintage 1967 Fender Bassman tube amp head in great cosmetic condition. Blackface Bassmans have a well-deserved reputation as workhorse heads. They have a big, neutral clean tone that make them a perfect choice for players that use a lot of pedals. This amp has been serviced and tested. It is fully functional and sounds awesome. 1967 Fender “Black Face” Bassman Amp AB165. Power Supply has all new High Quality Electrolytic Capacitors. Kept the original blue molded caps in the tone stack and they tested within spec. Swapped out the dangerous power cord for a 3 pronger. This amp sounds really good. This is for the Amp only. Cab is not included.
Amplifier Type: Guitar Amplifier. Number of Speakers: 1. Amplifier Technology: Vacuum Tube. The Fender Excelsior Amplifier is a vintage guitar amplifier known for its warm tone and classic Fender sound. This model features tremolo control with adjustable speed, a volume knob, and a bright/dark tone switch to customize your sound. It offers multiple input jacks for guitar, microphone, and accordion, making it versatile for various instruments. The amplifier is housed in a beige vinyl-covered cabinet with a sturdy black handle for portability. Ideal for musicians seeking a classic Fender amp with vintage charm and reliable performance. Fender Excelsior PR2298 Guitar Amplifier Power Cable. This Fender Excelsior Amplifier is previously owned. The amplifier is tested and working with minor scuffs, marks, and scratching. See photos for details.
The Fender Deluxe VM (Vintage Modified) Tube Amplifier (Type PR 772) is a 40-watt hybrid guitar combo amplifier manufactured by Fender between 2009 and 2012. It stands out for combining a classic, real-vacuum-tube power section with a solid-state preamp and a built-in Digital Signal Processing (DSP) effects suite. It uses actual tubes for its 40W power amplification stage and overdrive stages, while relying on high-quality digital processing for onboard effects. Features built-in digital effects including Fender reverb, chorus/vibrato (with rate and depth controls), and a tape-emulation delay (with time and repeat controls). The Clean channel features Volume, Treble, and Bass. The Drive channel features dedicated Gain, Volume, Treble, Middle, and Bass adjustments. Tonal Profile and Usage. Delivers the classic, high-headroom, crisp “Blackface” Fender clean sound that handles external pedals well. Moves from a subtle, bluesy crunch to more aggressive, modern overdrive distortion. It is considerably lighter than many traditional all-tube 40W amplifiers. This makes it a popular “grab-and-go” combo for gigging guitarists who want built-in effects without hauling an entire pedalboard. 2 x 12AX7 (preamp/drive stages) and 2 x 6L6 (power stage). Two channels-Clean and Drive. 17.5″ H x 24″ W x 10 D.
