Custom Kraft 900 aka Supro Trojan tube amp in Wichita falls TX for $200

Okay - here is a very interesting find - this seller is offering up a Custom Kraft tube combo for $200.  This little monster is pretty much a Supro Trojan with a different distributors label.  Compare pics of this Custom Kraft amp with a model Supro S6616 Trojan from about 1965 or 1966 and you'll see it is the same amp.  - JC


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Vintage Custom Kraft tube combo (VALCO/Magna) - $200 (Wichita Falls)

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Date: 2012-04-30, 6:23PM CDT
Reply to: 8tkvx-2988766151@sale.craigslist.org ^{[Errors when replying to ads?]}

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Custom Kraft Model 900 tube combo amp from the 60's in good shape given it's age. Everything on this amp works like when it was new. No issues. It has 2 high inputs, one low input, volume, tone, tremolo speed & intensity. I do not have the footswitch for it that turned the tremolo on & off. Tube setup is 1 12AX7 for preamp, 1 12AX7 for the tremolo, 1 6V6GT and 1 5Y3GT for power tubes. Very low wattage amp. The back was removed at some point, making it an open back combo & I don't have the back for it. Custom Kraft was made by Valco and Magnatone back in the 60's, so I'm not sure which one this is. Price is $200 cash or I'll trade for guitar gear of equivalent value. Call or text Jerry at 940-***-****

1960's Norma electric in Adirondacks NY for $100

Seller is offering a nice looking Norma that looks to be in good shape with the gold-foils and original case. 

Vintage 1960's Norma Electric Guitar - $100 (Near Saranac Lake)

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Date: 2012-04-20, 4:46PM EDT
Reply to: 6qt5m-2946879803@sale.craigslist.org ^{[Errors when replying to ads?]}

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I have for sale a 1960's Norma electric guitar. Made in Japan, includes original case. Has 2 of the famous gold foil pickups made famous by Ry Cooder. The pickups alone sell on ebay for $75 each, so this is a great deal. I don't have the heart to piece the guitar out. Nice vintage electric.


If this listing is up then the amp is available. Reply with "Norma" in subject or I will not respond due to spammers.
Pics available.
Serious inquires only.

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Kapa 12-String Continental in Orlando FL for $250

 

This seller is offering a Kapa 12 string electric for a reasonable price and the guitars appears to be in good shape.  

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Kapa 12 string electric (USA) - $250 (East Orlando)

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Date: 2012-04-26, 5:05PM EDT
Reply to: vhjd3-2941818173@sale.craigslist.org ^{[Errors when replying to ads?]}

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Kapa Continental 12 string electric guitar. Made in USA in the 1960"s.A collector"s item as well as a very good playing 12 string guitar.A gig bag is included $250.
please email your phone # if interested. thanks

1960's Crest (aka Ibanez) in Monterey bay CA for $100

Check out this neat little Crest branded electric.  This would most likely be a Guyatone or early Ibanez model based on the pickups and hardware.  This one is in very nice shape considering how long its been around.  Look at the size of those single coil pickups..Wow!

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Vintage Crest Guitar - $100 (Carmel)

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Date: 2012-03-18, 12:18PM PDT
Reply to: zr8jb-2908978483@sale.craigslist.org ^{[Errors when replying to ads?]}

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Vintage Crest electric. Small body with full length neck. Probably late 60's / early 70's. Two pick-ups...one works well, one cuts in and out. No case.

Very good overall condition.

1966 Fender Mustang in Fresno CA for $550

This seller is offering an original 1966 fender Mustang for $550.  The guitar has been refinished in a sort of misty Blue - hard to tell from the photo - but not identical to the original Fender Blue.  Still not bad.  Otherwise looks to be all original.  His price is about half that of a perfect guitar without the refin so it is not a bad deal.

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ORIGINAL VINTAGE 1966 FENDER MUSTANG ELECTRIC GUITAR - $550 (FRESNO,CA)

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Date: 2012-04-23, 8:27AM PDT
Reply to: kfrsr-2969546472@sale.craigslist.org ^{[Errors when replying to ads?]}

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MADE IN USA ,,ALL ORIGINAL PARTS
GOOD WORKING CONDITION
GOOD COSMETIC CONDITION
A FEW CHIPS AND SCRATCHES ON BODY
PICK UPS ALL WORKING
ONE SWITCH MIGHT NEED SOME CARE
IN GOOD SHAPE FOR ITS AGE
TREMOLO ARM IS MISSING
ORIGINAL BODY ......ONLY THING THAT IS NOT ORIGINAL IS THE PAINT,,,,,,,AN IDEAL COLLECTOR'S INSTRUMENT Make an offer

1950's Kay Galaxy in Reno NV for $325

This seller is offering a Kay Galaxy which is a hollow body electric from the 1950's.

You don't see these very often - especially not all original like this one.  Check out those vintage Kluson tuners, "Kleenex Box" pickup, original pickguard and cool teardrop fret markers.  All in all a very neat guitar.

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1950s KAY GALAXY ELECTRIC - $325 (GARDNERVILLE)

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Date: 2012-04-22, 10:09PM PDT
Reply to: gqgjs-2922615859@sale.craigslist.org ^{[Errors when replying to ads?]}

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VINTAGE KAY GALAXY ELECTRIC GUITAR 325 or offer FLAME MAPLE BODY (DEARMOND KLEENEX BOX PICK UP these go for over 300 each on ebay crazy for one pickup)has some craks here and their
but sounds great plays good also
NO CASE. CALL MERLE 530-***-****

Beautiful long unheard Nicky Hopkins Piano on "Following the River"

I've been sort of on an "Exile on Mainstreet" binge the last few days since I saw the incredible documentary "The Stones in Exile." It rekindled my hysterical adoration of everything the Stones accomplished during that insane period in their career. If you haven't seen this film and you have Netflix I highly recommend it - it is an instant view flic at the present time.

Anyway I stumbled onto this long unreleased Soul Ballad that the Stones finally put out in 2010 called "Following the River" and it includes some gorgeous Nicky Hopkins piano. For those of you who may not realize it, Nicky Hopkins was the greatest rock and roll piano player ever! Not only for his chops - which were gorgeous - but for his ability to inspire the other musicians around him to listen and to find the deep soulful groove in whatever song they were creating.

If you are just hearing his name for the first time here is a brief (though not complete) list of some of his piano work. I don't know if many people are aware that it was the same piano player performing on the Beatles' "Hey Jude," The Stone's "Angie" and Joe Cocker's "You Are So Beautiful."

Some of his credits:

The Beatles The Beatles - Revolution - Hey Jude -
The Rolling Stones - Loving Cup - Angie - 2000 Light years - She’s a Rainbow - Jumpin’ Jack Flash - Tumbling Dice - Waiting on a Friend - Sympathy for the Devil - Sway
The Kinks - Sunny Afternoon
Jeff Beck - Beck’s Bolero
Plastic Ono Band - Merry Christmas (War is Over) -
Ringo Star - Photograph
 George Harrison - Give Me Love  
Joe Cocker - You Are So Beautiful

 

Hilarious Silvertone Listing on eBay

I am sorry but I just thought this listing was hilarious. Seller says: "While I am NOT a luthier, I will attempt to point out any issues that I have noticed. I believe at some point someone painted the pickguard black, I think they were all generally white in color," Gee, ya think?? Hahahahahahahahhhahahahahahahahhahahahahaha!!!!!!!!!!! Sorry, but ya ya gotta love eBay. LOL. ********************************

Here is a link to the listing: SILVERTONE ACOUSTIC on EBAY

Ventura V-6 Acoustic in Shreveport LA for $100

I guess I am posting mostly acoustics today. There seems to be quite a few interesting models on Craigslist. Here is a seller offering a Ventura acoustic from the late 1960's - early 1970's. Ventura is a brand to keep a watch for in acoustics because they are a well regarded Japanese vintage Brand. Many 12 string players swear by the Ventura V-12 and V-14 as being second only to a Taylor in projection and playability. They were a well-built brand at the time and were not "cheap" (the model range cost between $100 - $300 back in the 1970's) and they used quality aged woods like Honduran Mahogany and East Indian Rosewood. The bodies are often laminated (though not always) but that was not considered a big negative at the time (it is still somewhat a matter of debate) and they had excellent quality control which explains why so many of the guitars are still out there being played. A Ventura makes a very good "knock around" guitar because they are very sturdy but still have solid tone and good volume and projection. They can still occasionally be found at pawn Shops and thrift stores (though word is getting out). I always got a kick out of that "Designed in USA - Built in Japan" logo on the inside - since most of their "designs" were copies of USA made guitars like the Martin D-18 and Gibson Hummingbird. LOL. ************************************

Vintage Ventura Acoustic Guitar - $100 (Bossier) Date: 2012-04-18, 9:54AM CDT Reply to: bdt36-2939480831@sale.craigslist.org [Errors when replying to ads?] Nice Clean 1970's vintage acoustic guitar. Label says Model V-6 Designed in USA made in Japan. Sounds good plays good. Has nice brass quick connect strap pins. Call or text only 318-***-****. Local buyers cash only no scams.

Del rey Acoustic in Wichita KS for $75

You don't see many of these Del Rey brand acoustics - the electrics were much more common. This one is pretty wild with double pickguards and a crazy hyper curly woodgrain finish that could be a laminate of just about anything (Maple, Koa, Bubinga?). This is one cool looking vintage acoustic - and who knows, it might sound great? Maybe some big fan of Lana Del Rey, the latest "Chanteuse Du Jour" will pick this one up. ********************************

Vintage Del Ray Acoustic Guitar - $75 (Wichita) Date: 2012-03-28, 6:31PM CDT Reply to: j8mzt-2927920817@sale.craigslist.org [Errors when replying to ads?] Vintage Del Ray Acoustic Guitar, Beautiful wood, I got this in a trade and don't really want it. It would make a great player! $75

Silvertone Acoustic in Olathe KS for $70

This seller is offering one of the basic Silvertone 14 fret acoustic guitars form the 1960's. This one has the block lettering (not script) so I think that makes it a mid 1960's model. Simple basic full size acoustic guitar approaching 50 years of age (like many of us LOL). ********************************************

90 - Antique SILVERTONE Acoustic Guitar - $90 (Olathe, KS) Date: 2012-04-15, 2:22PM CDT Reply to: h7qq9-2959859702@sale.craigslist.org [Errors when replying to ads?] Vintage SILVERTONE acoustic guitar for sale. Would like to get $70. Was made in the late 60s Definitely used, but may be of value to a collector. It was passed on to me recently by my deceased mother who had resided in San Fransisco in the late 60's. She used to play it in the park at Haight Ashbury. THE MODEL NUMBER ON THE BACK OF THE NECK IS: 319.12149 / There is also a number inside the base of the guitar: 2636s1214 E-Mail me your best offer!

Several Nice Acoustics in Joplin MO for $175 - $200

This seller is offering a couple of nice looking acoustics and his prices are well within reason. That Airline Jumbo looks like it is a USA made Harmony - possibly a Sovereign or similar model. The Alvarez "Dove' is just beautiful and that Aria made lyle could be the sleeper of the lot. It appears to be a sweet Mini-Jumbo with Spruce top (solid?) and Rosewood back and sides and includes the OHSC. ****************************

vintage guitars/effects - $1 (joplin) Date: 2012-04-09, 9:45PM CDT Reply to: sdxtq-2949608082@sale.craigslist.org [Errors when replying to ads?] 1976 alvarez dove lawsuit guitar m.i.j. no cracks sounds and plays exc $450 1970's aria made lyle mint cond/orig case rosewood back/sides sounds/plays exc $175 1960's airline jumbo acoustic made in usa sounds and plays exc/no cracks $200 electro~harmonix the worm pedal-tremolo,vibrato,phaser,auto wah w/orig ac adapter $65 dod phasor 201 $30 boss tu-2 tuner pedal in box w/papers practically new $65 trades/offers considered call/text four17/five92/8038 if no answer leave msg

Harmony H-56 Rocket project avail in Kileeen TX

This seller is offering a double cut version of the Harmony H-56 Rocket that needs some work. The listing says he is looking for cash or a Bass Cabinet trade. Could be a nice deal for somebody - though this Rocket looks like it needs a tailpiece and some other work. If you look carefully you can detect a hole at the tail so this would need one of the Harmony chrome "Vibrato" tails from the lat 60's - not a standard trapeze unit (unless you don't mind leaving the hole). It also needs a bridge and knobs (possibly pots as well). Hopefully both the pickups still work. That is the real prize here. BTW - If you are considering buying this guitar here is a link to an eBay sale for the exact Tailpiece you will need and right now it is going for just $10 - so think fast?!!! Harmony Rocket Vibrato Tailpiece **************************************

Harmony Rocket Vintage guitar - $1 (heights) Date: 2012-04-16, 8:04PM CDT Reply to: fcjtx-2962368640@sale.craigslist.org [Errors when replying to ads?] Harmony Rocket Vintage guitar in a very used state. awesome restoration project for someone, as it is not playable now. The guitars were made from 1968-1973, so it is very vintage. looking to trade for a good bass speaker cab, or other music gear. will also consider cash offers. TEXT me at 254-***-^^^^

70+ year old Del Oro Cowboy Stencil Guitar in Missoula Montana for $150

I have always resisted collecting these cowboy guitars because they are not all that playable but the prices seem to have come down on them lately so now my be a good time to buy some if you like the way they look. Del Oro is a very old maker name - pre-WWII USA guitars. Check this one out: ********************************

Vintage Cowboy Guitar - $150 (HAMILTON) Date: 2012-04-10, 5:56PM MDT Reply to: qrcxx-2951337889@sale.craigslist.org [Errors when replying to ads?] Collectors item or ready to play. In Good condition DEL ORO COWBOY GUITAR (c.1940) GC, 13-1/4" birch body, mahogany neck, painted on binding on top and sound hole, rosewood fretboard, dot markers, 18 frets, trapeze tailpiece, wooden bridge, 3-on-a-plate tuners, cool moonlight campfire cowboy scene on top. $150 send an email if interested

Magnatone Update - All the Maggies for sale on CL this Month - enjoy!

Well i do this type of a search about once or twice a year and always enjoy what turns up so here is a unique look at a bunch of Magnatones available throughout the country. I won't list anything going for over $1K since those can also be purchased at Guitar Center or the local Vintage Amp shop.

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1964-1966 Magnatone by Estey Model 401A tube practice/recording amp - XLNT condition! - Huntington Beach CA

Amp in great condition. Almost all original. Electrolytics were replaced and tubes were replaced with NOS tubes. 5 watts. Jensen Alnico speaker in good condition - One tiny pinhole, but I wouldn't recone it. Still sounds great, no buzz. Unique features are a neon pilot light, 20 Volt heaters and an input transformer. Tremolo is from heaven, best sounding I've heard. Makes for great recording amp or good for living room jams. Classic looks and vintage tone. Asking $225. Thanks for looking. May be open to trade, depending on what you got but prefer cash. Call Mike - 714.***-****

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Magnatone Troubadour Model 112.....1955 to 1959 Vintage Guitar Amp - $399 (Fontana, CA)

Date: 2012-04-06, 8:32AM PDT
Reply to: see below [Errors when replying to ads?]
MAKE ME AN OFFER.I NEED TO SELL !

I have an "ALMOST ALL" original Magnatone Troubadour Model 112 rare vintage guitar amp.

Manufactured in Inglewood,California between 1955 and 1959 ( SerialNumber 15135 ) by the Magna Electronics Corporation.

These are Much-Sought-After amps.

THIS IS A FULLY-FUNCTIONING AMP!!!!!!

DESCRITION:Troubadour Model 112. Built at Magna Electronics in Inglewood, California in the late 1950's, this is a simple, straight ahead amp. It has 2 channels, one for instruments, one for microphones, each with 2 inputs, preamp'd with a 12AX7 dual triode. Each channel has seperate volume controls, with a common tone control. Another 12AX7 dual triode is used for phase inversion driving twin 6V6 beam power tubes and the output transformer. High voltage DC is rectified by a 5Y3 tube. A 12-inch speaker mounted on a baffle, in a half open-back cabinet, makes this a great casual gig amp. Original list price in 1957 was $134.50.

Shipping weight: 25-lbs.
Dimensions: 14-inches high,
17 1/2-inches wide,
9 5/8-inches deep.
Approx. 18-Watts
Serial Number:15135

It needs some minor work to put it back to "ALL ORIGINAL" .

A knob,a light bulb, a speaker and a leather handle and your set.

Cabinet is rough but the grill is intact as are the rubber feet on the bottom.

More detailed pictures are available for interested parties.

I WILL SHIP IF YOU CAN PAY BY PAYPAL AND WE MAKE AN AGREEMENT VIA E-MAIL !!!!!!!

$399.00 CASH for local pick-up unless shipping is arranged as per above.

REASONABLE Offers will be considered.

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CALL ANYTIME!!!!!

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Magnatone Varsity deluxe MOTS - $375 (BAY AREA, CA)
Date: 2012-04-07, 6:15PM PDT
Reply to: fpnrx-2946222149@sale.craigslist.org [Errors when replying to ads?]

$400 or best offer
Vintage Model 108 Black mother of toilet seat in near perfect condition .
3 prong plug added.
Museum quality.
Great sounding. 8 INCH SPEAKER
YOU MUST INCLUDE PHONE NUMBER.
IF THE AD IS UP IT IS STILL FOR SALE.

WHAT I WANT IS An EASY DEAL
YOU MUST INCLUDE PHONE NUMBER.
YOU MUST INCLUDE PHONE NUMBER.
YOU MUST INCLUDE PHONE NUMBER.

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1955 Magnatone Deluxe Melodier 109 Tube Amp (Vancouver-Salmon Creek - PORTLAND AREA)
Date: 2012-04-07, 8:34PM PDT
Reply to: scq6w-2946356441@sale.craigslist.org [Errors when replying to ads?]

The Deluxe 109 was made by Magna Electronics Co. Inglewood, California. It has 1 microphone input and 2 instrument inputs. A 12AX7 is used for preamping these inputs. There is a seperate volume control for the microphone input and a master volume for all the inputs. A tone control adjusts the tone for all inputs. It's a push pull amp, (Magna Electronics' new Advanced Push-Pull Circuit) but the 12ax7 does not drive the phase inversion, the phase inverter comes off of the screen grid of the 6V6 power tube. This was uncommon back then, yet it allows the 12ax7 to provide the two gain stages needed for the preamp and splits the signal for the push pull output, does a nice job and saves another pre amp tube being used during the manufacturing process. HVdc rectification is handled by a 5Y3 rectifier. Output transformer has the #012 and power supply transformer has the #P50. A pilot lamp, fuse holder and on/off switch finish the control panel. It has two # 75L, 8-inch speakers (EIA code:395-502) indicating the 2nd week of 1955.

The cabinet is closed-back, has a 15 degree slanted speaker baffle and is covered in black Mother-of-Toiletseat. Dimensions: 12-1/4" High - 15-5/8" Wide - Top, 8-1/4" Deep - Bottom, 9" Deep. Weight: 18 lbs. Original list price in 1957 was $109.95
This amp has not had the 2 prong cord replaced but this should be done for safety.

You can see this exact amp online at Dub dub dub.vibroworld.com/magnatone/109.html (yes I am selling this very amp)!

$450. O.B.O.
360 6***-**** - Walter

Thanks for looking!


Approx. 15 Watts
Serial Number: 35xxx

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1963 magnatone m2 - $400 (stl) - ST. LOUIS AREA
Date: 2012-03-07, 11:05AM CST
Reply to: kzq2p-2889446106@sale.craigslist.org [Errors when replying to ads?]

1963 magnatone amp 8'' speaker all original parts price is not set in stone.

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Magnatone M15A - $700 (Danville IL)
Date: 2012-03-02, 8:58AM CST
Reply to: bmwt5-2880496256@sale.craigslist.org [Errors when replying to ads?]

Magnatone M15A amplifier. Five inputs with vol, tone, brightness controls, frequency modulated vibrato control, reverb control, tand wo external speaker jacks. Also has two 3 in tweeters and two 12 in Jensen speakers
Call Mike mobile 217-***-****

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Magnatone Custom 440 - $895 (West Chicagoland) - CHICAGO AREA
Date: 2012-04-07, 10:15AM CDT
Reply to: bjhc9-2945229124@sale.craigslist.org [Errors when replying to ads?]

Magnatone Custom 440 by Estey Electronics

1-12" speaker, light weight cabinet, reverb, 'true' vibrato (Lonnie Mack sound) using varistors

If this ad is posted, the amp is still available.

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fs/ft Magnatone- M15 tube amp - $225 (battle creek)
Date: 2012-04-06, 8:53AM EDT
Reply to: 7sfwx-2934054542@sale.craigslist.org [Errors when replying to ads?]

Magnatone- M15 tube amp. this is an amazing amp. if you have never heard them look them up on youtube. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mWZ9ZpEhUMk
this girl has seen better days (as you can see from the photos, it does fire up but is need of an overhaul. a new cap job will bring her back to life, and i know a great amp guy if you need his number. i bought this for the project but just don't have the time. $225 obo...

call or txt with any questions or offers- i will take trades

kc- (two six nine) ***-****

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1966 Magnatone MP-3 - $675 (Macomb Twp.) - DETROIT AREA
Date: 2012-04-11, 8:07PM EDT
Reply to: cc5hh-2953307952@sale.craigslist.org [Errors when replying to ads?]

I have a (Highly Collectable/Rare) 1966 Magnatone MP-3 amp I would like to sell to the right person. Amp has been gigged in the past, Probably 7 out of 10 condition, but is fully serviced by the man: Dean Zink. Amp came without the Original Jensen C12PS's. it know has celestion G12V-80's in it at 16 ohms each in parallel for 8 ohms and biased out at 58 watts rms. It has 2 channels with 2 INPUTS per channel and Great Reverb and Awsome Vibrato, Not the copy Tremolo from Fender. Clean is Bright and chimmey with HUGE HEAD ROOM and dirt is like 70's rock, This is the amp you always wanted but never could afford because IT WAS MORE MONEY THAN THE TWIN at that time......Great amp in tone, and in performance, Made in America by: Americans

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1966 Magnatone M15 Custom Tube Amp - $895 (Dunnellon) FLORIDA Ocala Area
Date: 2012-04-11, 11:46AM EDT
Reply to: qncvh-2952262184@sale.craigslist.org [Errors when replying to ads?]

I have this 1966 Magnatone M15 tube amp for sale or trade. It is a killer amp. It has 2 separate input channels, (each with high or low gain), plus a Stereo input. 3 12AX7/7025 preamp tubes for the treble, bass, loudness and contour controls. This amp uses 3 of the 12DW7/7247 split mu tubes. The hi mu sides are used for phase inversion and a low freg. oscillator. The medium mu sides are used in the 1st vibrato shift and the 2 shift recoveries. A 12AU7 drives the 2nd vibrato shift. Another 12AU7 to amplify the low freq. oscillator. The Reverb input comes from the secondary side of one output transformer# T2 20-0155. Another 12AX7/7025 tube recovers the reverb. This model M15-A also has an "Echo" control that I am told sounds like it gates the reverb using an LDR circuit on the reverb output. This M15A reverb circuit is different from the M-15 and the "Dual Imperial" models, which use a tube driven reverb circuits. The M15 has a tube recovery, and the "Dual Imperial" uses a transistor returns. Four 7189A power tubes into stereo output transformers, into 2 12", 16ohm, Jensen model C12P speakers. Needs some of the pots cleaned up but it works and sounds great. asking $895.00 and also open too trades. If interested drop me a line or call me 352-***-**** Thanks!

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That's about it right now - some nice deals and a couple almost steals. - JC