Ampeg Guitar / Amp Advertisements, 1950s-1980s

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AMPEG | ADVERTISEMENTS

Vintage Ampeg guitar advertisements. See also the advertising for Dan Armstrong, Epiphone, Fender, Fletcher, Coppock & Newman, G&L, Gibson, Goya, Gretsch, Guild, Hagstrom, Harmony, Hayman, Hofner, Ibanez, Kimbara, Kramer, Leslie, Marshall, Martin, Music Man, Ovation, Rickenbacker, Rose-Morris, Rosetti, Selmer, Vox, WEM, Yamaha

Vintage Ampeg advertisements; 7 adverts covering a period of 7 years, from 1968 to 1975. Click the images to have a closer look.

Ampeg Amplifiers - The look of kinetic sound

The look of kinetic sound
Ampeg Amplifiers - 1968

Ampeg SVT - Ampeg Amps - Built to be Worked Hard

Ampeg Amps - Built to be Worked Hard
Ampeg SVT - 1971

Ampeg Adventure Comics
Ampeg VT-22 - 1971

Feel the sound
Ampeg VT-40 - 1972

Ampeg VT-22 - Ampeg VT-22. 80 Pounds of Undying Devotion

Ampeg VT-22. 80 Pounds of Undying Devotion
Ampeg VT-22 - 1972

Ampeg Amplifiers - A Little Softer than Your Average Act of God

A Little Softer than Your Average Act of God
Ampeg Amplifiers - 1972

Ampeg Amplifiers - When The Performance is Over, Our Amps Show What They

When The Performance is Over, Our Amps Show What They're Made Of
Ampeg Amplifiers - 1975

1967 Epiphone Ad featuring a psychedelic fish playing an Epiphone Riviera

1967 Fender Ad - Full Colour Sound

1973 Fender Stratocaster add - The Worlds Favourite Flying Machine

1972 Gibson Ad featuring BB King - <br>1972 Gibson Ad featuring BB King - The Man And The WomanThe Man And The Woman

Guitar makers have advertised in music magazines such as Down Beat, Guitar Player and very many more. Some manufacturers advertised widely (Guild, Gibson, Fender) but many more didn't and adverts are few and far between. Here are some of my favourite ads out of the ones i've seen. You can browse through all the images from the category links above, or by manufacturer from the links below.

AMPS
Ampeg, Leslie, Marshall, Orange, Peavey, Sunn
GUITARS
Dan Armstrong, Epiphone, Fender, G&L, Gibson, Goya, Gretsch, Guild, Hagstrom, Harmony, Hayman, Hofner, Ibanez, Kimbara, Martin, Music Man, Rickenbacker, Vox, Yamaha
DISTRIBUTORS
Fletcher, Coppock and Newman, Rose-Morris, Rosetti, Selmer

Vintage Ampeg guitars for sale

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1957 AMPEG JET 10 GUITAR AMPLIFIER PP EL84 THE RAREST GUITAR AMP YOU'LL OWN ..

Runnemede, New Jersey, 080**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$8995

If you have to ask pricing, You can't afford this Rich Boy toy .
1957 AMPEG JET 10 GUITAR AMPLIFIER PP EL84 THE RAREST GUITAR AMP YOU'LL OWN .. I have owned this amp for years, But have never attempted to turn it on. The amplifier is completely original And I know better than to try to turn it on. The Capacitors are now 65 years old.
I got this amplifier from an old guy that was the Original owner, He stated That he had bought it from an old electronics shop when he was a Kid, He said ... more

1979 Ampeg V-4 100W Electric Guitar Amplifier Head in VT-22 212 Combo Cabinet

Richmond, Virginia, 232**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$1500

1979
Ampeg
V-4
100-Watt All Tube
Electric Guitar
Amplifier Head
in Ampeg
VT-22
2 x 12" Combo Cabinet
Used - Good Condition
So without getting too confusing, this is a 1979 Ampeg V-4 guitar amp head installed into an Ampeg VT-22 combo cabinet from around the same time period. The V-4 was never made into a combo amp, but however the VT-22 was and is essentially a V-4 combo amp, as far as the specs are concerned. Thanks to some handy dandy aftermarket re-configuring, ... more

VINTAGE 1975 AMPEG V-4 412 CABINET - 100% ORIGINAL w / CABLE

Westfield, Massachusetts, 010**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$500

VINTAGE 1975 AMPEG V-4 CABINET
412 - 8 Ohms - 130 WATTS
100% ORIGINAL with ORIGINAL CABLE
CTS SPEAKERS DATE TO 51st WEEK OF 1975
SMALL REPAIR TO (1) SPEAKER AS SHOWN, OTHERWISE IN FANTASTIC CONDITION
WORKS AS IT SHOULD
90 lbs. OF PURE, VINTAGE AMPEG BIG IRON FOR YOUR HARD-ROCKING, BACK-BREAKING NEEDS
LOCAL PICKUP ONLY
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Vintage 1965 Ampeg G-12 Gemini I Guitar Tube Combo Amplifier w / Footswitch

Henderson, Nevada, 890**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$1200

For your consideration, a vintage 1965 Ampeg Gemini 1
Tube Amplifier in great used condition
This item is tested, and it works
It may need some love and attention and tuning
I am not an expert. This item is being sold as described
Look at pictures for more details
Feel free to contact me
Thanks
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Vintage Ampeg SVT 8x10 8 x 10?? Empty Speaker Cabinet Flat Back 8 x 10 Iowa iL WI

Cedar Rapids, Iowa, 524**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$299

Ampeg Speaker Cabinet... more

1970s Ampeg B-15S Extension Cabinet 8 Ohm Original Excellent Condition RARE

Milford, New Jersey, 088**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$1500

Here's a VERY rare opportunity to own a B-15S 15" extension cabinet. Most of the time you see cabinets that were stripped of the amplifier. This was manufactured as an extension cabinet. This is not an orphan cabinet from a complete amplifier. You can see its fitted with the original cups on top that the steel feet would sit in rather than having the shock mounts for the amp chassis. The cabinet is in original cosmetic condition however I am doubting the speaker is original. Its not very ... more

Ampeg V-4B 2-Channel 100-Watt Bass Head 1970s Road Case and cab

Columbus, Ohio, 432**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$1200

Vintage working and sounding great V4b
Roadcase and Ampeg 4x10 cab

Heavily used, still rocking

Local pickup only
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Ampeg Reverberocket 2 amplifier Vintage 1960's

Lakeland, Florida, 338**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$600

Ampeg reverbrocket2 amplifier vintage
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1970s AMPEG V-4 SPEAKER CABINET PLATE W / MOUNTING BRADS AND SERIAL NUMBER

Berlin, New Hampshire, 035**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$49

FREE USA SHIPPING!
This came off of a 1973 Ampeg V-4 speaker cabinet. It's in great original condition with minimal wear and lies almost perfectly flat. There's some minimal surface surface scratches but all graphics and the serial number are clear & strong. It comes with the (4) original mounting brads.
FREE USA SHIPPING and no returns because the pics and description speaks for itself. The Bass Palace will be listing more parts, basses & guitars during September so check back ... more

Vintage Original Ampeg Amp Knob Romar Reverberocket Others

Springville, New York, 141**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$35

Price is for one knob. Four are shown in pics but priced individually. Good used condition. One has a chip that has been re-glued. This will be the last one shipped. Free shipping. Please email questions.
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Vintage Ampeg PortaFlex B-15s Bass Cabinet ONLY No Amp As Is Read Description.

Saint Louis, Missouri, 631**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$1200

Vintage 1970s Ampeg Portaflex B-15s 8 ohm Cabinet Only No Amp Just Cab And Speaker This Has Been In My Family Since It Was Bought New I Was Told It Works But I Dunno Anything About It Selling As Is Local Pick up In St louis Missouri
I do my best to provide A honest and accurate description of the item for sale a happy buyer is top priority! There are No returns for this listing please see pictures and ask any and all necessary questions before purchase Thanks for looking!
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1969 Ampeg B-12XTC

Rock Hill, South Carolina, 297**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$1450

This 1969 Ampeg B-12XTC is in great condition. The grill cloth has been recently replaced with period-correct ampeg replacement. The speakers are newer Warehouse C 12-n (Jensen clone). All the tubes are new. The two prong plug was replaced with a grounded plug. Sounds and looks great. The only issue is that these amps are known to have a ticking sound when the tremolo is engaged (enabled with a footswitch) due to the funky circuit they used. You can buy replacement modules specifically made for ... more

Ampeg G-12 Gemini I Combo amp 1966 22 Watts 1-12?? Jensen speaker Fully tested

Hopewell, New Jersey, 085**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$949

Ampeg G-12 Gemini I Combo amp 1966 22 Watts 1-12?? Jensen
Original Tubes Amerex made in holland and Ampeg
Serial # 029636
These were made in Linden NJ and only from 1964-1971. This 1966 one is in great condition shown in the photos. There is one knob that is non original which I point to in the pics. The electric cord was upgrade at the end to a 3 prong plug. Original 12?? Jensen Special Design speaker on board
Works great with clean electronics. The one sounds great for Jazz... more

RARE 1960's Ampeg SSB-1 semi-hollow bass with F-holes #0100 lowest serial number

Carbondale, Illinois, 629**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$12900

Add Me to Your Favorite Sellers
Olivia's Vintage would like to present this 1960's Ampeg SSB-1 short-scale bass. This is the earliest version made with a serial number of #0100 which was the starting serial number for all Ampeg basses, making this the first Ampeg electric bass made. Almost all of the other SSB series basses were solid bodies where this version has F-holes and only a few were made. It has a great playing neck with great frets. It's all original and 100% complete along ... more

Ampeg G100 Guitar Amp 1970s

San Bernardino, California, 924**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$299

This vintage Ampeg G100 guitar amp from the 1970s delivers powerful sound with its solid state technology and 20W power output. The combo amplifier features one speaker and is perfect for musicians looking for a reliable and quality sound for their guitars or basses. The brand, Ampeg, is known for producing high-quality amplifiers and this model, the G100, is no exception. Whether you're a professional musician or just starting out, this guitar amp is a great addition to your collection
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Ampeg V4 Amplifier Head With Master Vol Mod 1970's

Las Vegas, Nevada, 891**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$675

Classic tube amp for guitar / bass. Recently seen by local tech who gave it some tlc. All original besides master volume mod and tubes. Decent condition, only slight is the original power plug is ugly. Everything works as it should
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Ampeg v4 1970's Bass / Guitar Tube Amplifier Head.

Las Vegas, Nevada, 891**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$800

Amazing sound, gig ready. Loudest amp you " Il ever need. Great for Bass and guitar and is a solid pedal platform. Works great only issue is blinking indicator light. Newer cable replacement. Local Pickup only
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1970s Ampeg SVT Curved Line 300-Watt Bass Amplifier Head Black

San Diego, California, 921**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$1895

Circa Late 1970's Ampeg SVT Bass Amplifier Head
Located At IVG Sherman Oaks
In Good Overall Condition (Please See Photos)
Cosmetic Surface Wear Visible Throughout As Shown
Front Panel Shows Some Oxidation
Tested And Functions As Intended
Some Pots Dusty With Slight Crackling Sound
Original Transformers
Made In USA
300-Watts With 6550 Power Tubes
Available For Local Pickup In Our Shop
Please Note: We Do Not Ship Amps Through This Site
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1966 Ampeg Gemini II Vintage Blue Checkerboard 1x15 Tube Combo Guitar Amplifier!

Grand Rapids, Michigan, 495**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$1000

Just in at Tone Chasers Music is this 1966 Ampeg Gemini II. This amp is in very good condition with the pictured scuffs and scratches being the most significant signs of wear. The pictured footswitch and caster set are included Tested, functional, and as pictured
Available to view at Tone Chasers Music 121 Division Ave S Grand Rapids, MI 49503
I ONLY ACCEPT PAYMENTS FACILITATED THROUGH EBAY I SHIP USPS FLATRATE TO 48 STATES ONLY. I ONLY SHIP INTERNATIONALLY USING THE EBAY GLOBAL ... more

Vintage 60s Ampeg Jupiter II 720SN Twin Guitar Combo Amp - Vintage Stereo Wonder

Woodbury, New York, 117**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$1900

Vintage 60s Ampeg Jupiter II 720SN Twin Guitar Combo Amp - Vintage 60s Stereo Wonder-Amp
Step back into the golden era of amplification with the Ampeg Jupiter 720SN, a vintage gem renowned for its rich tonal character and distinctive features. This handwired beauty boasts a pair of 12" Jensen speakers, delivering a warm and full-bodied sound that has captivated musicians for decades. With two independent channels and stereo input capabilities, the Jupiter 720SN offers versatile connectivity ... more