Item:
Proud to offer this Vintage 1969 Fender Bassman Silver Face "Drip Edge" Amp Head. 2 Channels, 50 Watts, with the AB165 circuit~ which has been upgraded/converted by our professional audio technician to the coveted AA864/AA165 Fender black face circuit.
*Summary*
This is one powerful 50 watt head. Turning this pup’s volume up to 5 through a 4x12 cab shook our store. Busting lows, classic Fender highs. A fairly rare amp at this point considering this specific design was only produced for two years.
*Specifications*
- Serial #: A40945
- Manufacture date: 1969
- Power Output: 50 Watts RMS
- Inputs: I/4” (4) (Bass: 2, Instrument: 2)
- Outputs: 2 (Speaker, External Speaker)
- Switches: 3 (Ground, Power, Standby)
- Controls: Bass channel~Volume, Treble, Bass & deep switch; Instrument channel~Volume, Treble, Bass & bright switch
- Dimensions: 22''L x 9.5'W' x 8''
- Weight: 29 lbs 9.2oz
*Condition*
We consider this amp to be in very good cosmetic and excellent working condition. Professionally serviced by our trusted tech. Blackface conversion/AB165 circuit to AA864/AA165. Replaced both 6L6 valves w new JJ tubes.
Tolex is in nice shape, but has some light staining on the top. The tolex is starting to come apart from the seam on the top, but is still in decent shape. Tarnish on the metal hinges on top. Grille cloth is in great shape. Some oxidation on front control panel & knobs.
Rear panel went MIA when we purchased this, & 1 of the glides on the bottom left front corner is also missing.
*Shipping Info, International Orders, & Disclaimers*
**INTERNATIONAL ORDERS: PLEASE INQUIRE ABOUT SHIPPING RATES BEFORE PURCHASE**
All of our instruments and gear are sold are in complete, fully functioning, working condition unless otherwise stated. Please consider our photos of this item to be as important as our descriptive text.
Since this is a vintage amplifier, our normal return policy DOES NOT APPLY TO THIS ITEM! NO RETURNS.
This item is being sold As is/Where is, and subject to prior sale on other platforms.
We aim to be 100% accurate in representing our items. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us. Packaged Safe & Professionally with Shipping insurance included via USPS, UPS, or FedEx.
Local to us? This item can be picked up at our shop in Collingswood, NJ 08108.
A demo video shall be forthcoming as soon as we’re able. Thx for reading!!
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