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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 VT-22 - Ampeg Adventure Comics

Ampeg Adventure Comics
Ampeg VT-22 - 1971

Ampeg VT-40 - Feel the sound

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 Epiphone Ad featuring a psychedelic fish playing an Epiphone Riviera
1967 Fender Ad - Full Colour Sound
1967 Fender Ad - Full Colour Sound
1973 Fender Stratocaster add - The Worlds Favourite Flying Machine
1973 Fender Stratocaster add - The Worlds Favourite Flying Machine

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


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Ampeg 1970s VT-22 2x12" 100w Combo Guitar Amplifier USED

Ampeg 1970's VT-22 2x12" 100w Combo Guitar Amplifier USED

Randolph, New Jersey, 078**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$690

Ampeg 1970's VT-22 2x12" 100w Combo Guitar Amplifier USED
Serial: 29948
This amp is used but in fair condition. It shows wear and tear from use and age. The control panel shows significant wear on the labels. Not original speakers. Has casters installed. Please see images for appearance. It has been tested to ensure proper functionality
There is no slipcover or footswitch included with this purchase
This item is available for in-store pickup only
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Ampeg VT-22 ... view on ebay
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Ampeg Baby Bass Vintage 1964s Original BB-4

Ampeg Baby Bass Vintage 1964s Original BB-4

Marietta, Georgia, 300**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$3800

Beautiful vintage instrument from 1964, very original with normal cosmetic wear consistent with its age, but all its parts are original, including its heart, the pickups, which are 100% original as seen in the photos. The case needs the zippers repaired. You can pick it up in person, or it can be shipped at an additional cost depending on your location.... view on ebay
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RARE 1960s Ampeg SSB-1 semi-hollow bass with F-holes #0100 lowest serial number

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

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

$12900


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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 ... view on ebay
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Allen Organ Custom Eminence 15?? Alnico bass Speaker Woofer Univox, Ampeg 8 ohm

Allen Organ Custom Eminence 15?? Alnico bass Speaker Woofer Univox, Ampeg 8 ohm

Moscow, Idaho, 838**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$45

Here is an awesome Eminence Alnico 15" speaker custom Made for Allen Organ in 1974 and bears their part # 2920008. It truly sounds amazing. It is an 8 OHM woofer with a DCR of 6 7 OHMs.... view on ebay
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Ampeg Dan Armstrong Clear Lucite Bass guitar  1969-1971

Ampeg Dan Armstrong Clear Lucite Bass guitar 1969-1971

Novi, Michigan, 483**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$3850

Ampeg Dan Armstrong Clear Lucite Bass mint condition comes with a plush hardshell case, had a custom bridge made needs to be chromed. Have two original wooden bridges, always kept it set up properly and stored inside. I??m the original owner. Has a great sounding interchangeable Pick up single coil.... view on ebay
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Vintage Ampeg AC-12 20-Watt Tube Amplifier 1x12 Accordion Guitar Speaker Combo

Vintage Ampeg AC-12 20-Watt Tube Amplifier 1x12 Accordion Guitar Speaker Combo

Los Angeles, California, 900**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$800

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Vintage Ampeg SVT-200T Bass Combo Amp & SoundTech 4150 4-Ch Powered Mixer

Vintage Ampeg SVT-200T Bass Combo Amp & SoundTech 4150 4-Ch Powered Mixer

San Jose, California, 951**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$650

Professional Bass Performance & PA Bundle: Ampeg SVT-200T + SoundTech 4150
​Up for sale is a heavy-duty, vintage "all-in-one" performance rig. This setup features the legendary Ampeg SVT-200T bass combo, known for delivering that classic Ampeg punch without the maintenance of tubes. Topping the stack is a SoundTech 4150 powered mixer, perfect for running vocals, keyboards, or acoustic instruments alongside your bass
​Condition: Gear shows honest cosmetic wear (scuffs on ... view on ebay
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?RARE 1969 Ampeg BT25L Amp Head Good-Exc Cond ?Electroluminescent Glow Panel?

?RARE 1969 Ampeg BT25L Amp Head Good-Exc Cond ?Electroluminescent Glow Panel?

Sartell, Minnesota, 563**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$2500

?1969 Ampeg ? BT-25L 25-Watt ?Amplifier Head? ?Ultra Rare, ? Fully Functional, ? Glowing EL Panel ?
?Rare Find: This is an exceptionally rare 1969 Ampeg BT-25L 25-watt tube amplifier head. ??
?While the standard B-25 was a 55-watt model, the B-25L is a 25-watt variant that is virtually impossible to find today, making this a true collector??s piece for vintage amp enthusiasts. ??
?Condition & Features: The amplifier is in perfect working condition ... view on ebay
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Vintage Ampeg SVT Blue Line Bass Amplifier 68 / 69 Back Panel Part Only

Vintage Ampeg SVT Blue Line Bass Amplifier 68 / 69 Back Panel Part Only

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, 191**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$350

The back panel from a '68 / '69 vintage Ampeg SVT Blue Line bass amplifier.
There's some chipping near the warning text and various marks from age- please look at all pictures for closer shots of the spots
Check out our other listings for more vintage electronics and memorabilia!
... view on ebay
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1960s Ampeg G-12 Gemini I Guitar Tube Combo Amplifier w /  Footswitch ?Video Demo

1960s Ampeg G-12 Gemini I Guitar Tube Combo Amplifier w / Footswitch ?Video Demo

Salisbury, Maryland, 218**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$999

See my Video Demo for full details and sound demo
Celestion speaker
Orig Footswitch included
Reverb amd Vibrato work great
Plenty of scuffs and tolex wear & tear
Sound is amazimg!   Hear for yourself   Takes pedals well
1st 1 / 2 of video is lower volume w No pedals   2nd 1 / 2 is w pedals and cranked!!  Use headphones please
https: / / youtu be / 5WsLa4q1kv0?si=Tl3oqUDx3OcKCmVp
... view on ebay
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Alder Ampeg Aub Aeb Style Bass Guitar Body USA Fits  Fender Neck

Alder Ampeg Aub Aeb Style Bass Guitar Body USA Fits Fender Neck

Redding, California, 960**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$140

Sorry no international shipping. EBay does offer a program where I ship it to Illinois and they ship it from there. Alder Ampeg eastwood style bass body. Fits most standard Fender style neck heels . has been sanded to 220 still needs a little sanding and clean up on the sides round over things like that. Great body for the price lots of potential
... view on ebay
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1963 Ampeg Jet J-12-A Vintage 1x12 Tube Amp Blue Checker, Fully Serviced

1963 Ampeg Jet J-12-A Vintage 1x12 Tube Amp Blue Checker, Fully Serviced

Seattle, Washington, 981**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$800

Up for sale, a 1963 Ampeg Jet J-12-A vintage tube amp in perfect working order. Not to be confused with the numerous "Jet" reissues offered by Ampeg over the decades, this is a genuine original J-12-A, freshly serviced by our techs here at Mike & Mike??s Guitar Bar. The tone is thick, complex, and clean, with a surprising amount of headroom and punch. Of course maxing out the volume can yield everything from a throaty overdriven roar to fizzy sizzle, and the character of the overdrive can be ... view on ebay
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1973 Ampeg B25B Electric Bass Guitar Tube Amplifier Stack 2x15" Speaker Cab

1973 Ampeg B25B Electric Bass Guitar Tube Amplifier Stack 2x15" Speaker Cab

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

$2750

1973 Ampeg B25B Electric Bass Guitar Tube Amplifier Stack 2x15" Speaker Cab
Hey there! You are looking at a 1973 Ampeg B25B Electric Bass Guitar Tube Amplifier Stack 2x15" Speaker Cab!
This Bass Stack is one of my favorite stacks I have every played! Most guitar & amp enthusiasts know how high quality these Ampeg amps are- producing a rich tone that is sure to impress! The Ampeg B25B is truly a superior bass amp, the cab being equipped with two 15" speakers however, many Electric ... view on ebay
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Ampeg B-25B Vintage Tube Guitar Amplifier Head Classic Model B-25B MPN B-25B

Ampeg B-25B Vintage Tube Guitar Amplifier Head Classic Model B-25B MPN B-25B

Springfield, Tennessee, 371**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$1200

Ampeg B-25B Vintage Tube Guitar Amplifier Head Classic Model B-25B MPN B-25B... view on ebay
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1965 Ampeg B-12XT Portaflex 2-Channel 50-Watt 2x12" Fliptop Guitar Combo

1965 Ampeg B-12XT Portaflex 2-Channel 50-Watt 2x12" Fliptop Guitar Combo

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

$1700

These are really cool amplifers. 50 watt via two 7027A power tubes. Power amplifier section shares most of the B-18 design. Same transformers too. Only made for a few years in the mid to late 60s. Not too many of them floating around out there. This has recently had a power supply filter capacitor overhaul. All with quality components. A few other coupling caps replaced, tremolo bug replaced with closest available modern equivalent. Reverb and tremolo both work. Loaded with a mix of vintage and ... view on ebay
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1960s Ampeg Gemini II Model G-15 ?? 30W Tube Combo ?? 1x15 ?? Footswitch

1960s Ampeg Gemini II Model G-15 ?? 30W Tube Combo ?? 1x15 ?? Footswitch

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

$850

1960s Ampeg Gemini II Model G-15 ?? 30W Tube Combo ?? 1x15 ?? Footswitch
Vintage 1960s Ampeg Gemini II Model G-15 ?? 30-Watt All-Tube Combo ?? 1x15" ?? Reverb & Tremolo ?? Original Footswitch
The Ampeg Gemini II Model G-15 is a true vintage sleeper and a cult-favorite American tube amplifier. Originally marketed toward accordion players, the Gemini II has become highly regarded among guitarists for its lush cleans, rich harmonic character, tube-driven reverb and tremolo, and smooth ... view on ebay
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Vintage 1970s Ampeg V-6B Head And Bottom Bass Amp - Local Pickup Only

Vintage 1970s Ampeg V-6B Head And Bottom Bass Amp - Local Pickup Only

Warren, Michigan, 480**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$1250

local pickup only. located in Warren, Michigan. 1970??s Ampeg V-6B head and bottom bass amp. 240 watt solid state head. Runs at 4 ohms through the Ampeg V6B matching cabinet with 2 front loaded 15 inch speakers. The cab is 118 lbs with wheels and a back round bar for moving. The amp sounds great. You can dial in any tone and it??s all in good shape for its age. It??s a loud amp and you can play a gig with it.... view on ebay
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Vintage Ampeg B4 Bass Guitar Amplifier Rack Mount With Case.

Vintage Ampeg B4 Bass Guitar Amplifier Rack Mount With Case.

Spring Hill, Florida, 346**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$550

Vintage Ampeg B4 Bass Guitar Amplifier Rack Mount With Case. Fully tested working great condition. Will ship FedEx ground fully insured with tracking shipping into the lower 48 states only. No Alaska Hawaii, Puerto Rico, Guam or PO boxes international shipping provided by eBay Global
... view on ebay
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Vintage Ampeg Portaflex B-15T 100W 1x15 Fliptop Bass Combo Amplifier Tested

Vintage Ampeg Portaflex B-15T 100W 1x15 Fliptop Bass Combo Amplifier Tested

Westwood, New Jersey, 076**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$380

The Vintage Ampeg Portaflex B-15T 100W 1x15 Fliptop Bass Combo Amplifier is a classic piece of musical equipment suitable for live and recording sessions. With its single 15-inch speaker and powerful 100W amplifier, this Ampeg model is known for its high-quality sound and durability. Amplify your bass with this vintage gem from a trusted brand like Ampeg.... view on ebay
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1970 Ampeg Dan Armstrong Clear Acrylic Lucite Very Clean! (92)

1970 Ampeg Dan Armstrong Clear Acrylic Lucite Very Clean! (92)

Dayton, Ohio, 454**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$3600

1970 Ampeg Dan Armstrong ?? Clear Acrylic (Lucite) ?? Very Good Condition
For your consideration is a 1970 Ampeg Dan Armstrong in the legendary Clear Acrylic (Lucite) finish. If you know, you know??this is one of the coolest (and most unmistakable) vintage instruments ever made, with a look that stops people in their tracks and a tone that absolutely delivers
Condition
This guitar is in Very Good overall condition with honest, light cosmetic wear consistent with age. It has ... view on ebay
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