Vintage Tube Amp

I built this amp 6 years ago, but it’s too loud for me to open it up when I play in my house. I assembled it from a kit by Boothill Amps, so the parts are high quality. You can look at his website for more information. It’s a 5-watt 5F1 “Fender Champ” circuit. The speaker is an 8-inch, 4-ohm ceramic Warehouse G8C. I bought a tube set directly from Dave at Boothill Amps because he said that a USA-made tube rectifier would be more reliable and keep the amp at the proper voltages. The newer modern production 5Y3 tubes run at higher (hotter) voltages. Keep this in mind if you plan on replacing the 5Y3 rectifier (far left tube, V3) and/or the 6V6 power tube (middle tube, V2). He sent me a USA-made RCA 5Y3 (rectifier) tube and a USA-made RCA 6V6 power tube. These are vintage tubes, but I’ve read that rectifier tubes last a long time. The V1 preamp tube (far right) is a brand new modern Russian-made TOL-SUNG AX7. I will include these three tubes with the sale. The transformers I used are now difficult to find: a USA-made ClassicTone 40-18019 (Power Transformer) and a ClassicTone 40-18115 (Output Transformer). The pine cabinet is unbranded and came with the kit. It’s well-made and covered with raw (unlacquered) tweed. See photos and video for details.

1974 Vintage Rectifier tube is original others replaced with mesa tubes Vibe circuit works great Some knobs a bit scratchy but reliable Condition is good.

Comes with power cord and amplifier cord.

Vintage 1963 Fender Champ 5F1 in perfect working condition. It has all the right markings as noted in the pictures, and from my research and comparing the stamps, this amp would be 1963. It shows it’s age, but it’s not beat up or tore up. It sounds great as noted in the video and pretty clean for it’s age. I bought it around 1984 and been hanging on to it all these years. I figure it’s time for someone else to enjoy it or for a collector to have it. I will package it with care and lots of love and cushion.

The Vintage 1979 Fender Vibro Champ Tube Amplifier is a classic piece of musical gear manufactured in the United States by the renowned brand Fender. This amplifier, from 1979, embodies the retro charm and functionality of vintage musical instruments, making it a prized possession for collectors and musicians alike. With its iconic branding and year of manufacture, this Fender Vibro Champ Tube Amplifier is sure to be a standout addition to any guitar enthusiast’s collection. The baffle and speaker have been upgraded from an 8″ speaker to a 10″ Jensen speaker.

The 1956 Fender Champ Amp Tweed Vintage Tube Amp is a classic guitar amplifier known for its vintage look and iconic Fender sound. With its iconic tweed covering and tube technology, this amp delivers warm and rich tones perfect for any guitar player looking to add a touch of vintage flair to their sound. The Fender Champ model is beloved by musicians for its high-quality construction and timeless design, making it a popular choice for both studio recording and live performances. Amp is vintage and has not been serviced as far as I can tell. Turns on and is functional. Comes with two additional tubes (5Y3GT and 6v6GT). Please see all pics.

The Vintage 1979 Fender Vibro Champ Tube Amplifier is a classic piece of musical gear manufactured in the United States by the renowned brand Fender. This amplifier, from 1979, embodies the retro charm and functionality of vintage musical instruments, making it a prized possession for collectors and musicians alike. With its iconic branding and year of manufacture, this Fender Vibro Champ Tube Amplifier is sure to be a standout addition to any guitar enthusiast’s collection. The baffle and speaker have been upgraded from an 8″ speaker to a 10″ Jensen speaker.

It’s a solid amp that you will enjoy. It sounds great and has been tested. So if you’re local in the Northern California area, feel free to reach out and you can check it out in person!

The fine item you are considering is a Vintage 1966 Fender Champ Blackface Tube Amp Amplifier Needs Minor Work. This great example of a’66 blackface Champ is in great working, great sounding condition, BUT the pot on the “Bass” knob just spins and will need to be replaced. The only other issue being that the pots are quite scratchy and need to be cleaned internally with something like Caig’s DeOxit. Tube chart says “AA764, Production 92, PK” and the chassis number is #A 10658, which should put production at November of 1966. Please see my photos to have a look at this nice item.