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Fender Twin Reverb

1970 Fender guitar, bass and amp catalog - page 46

Fender 1970 guitar and bass catalog. Page 46. Details of the Fender Twin Reverb amplifier. This early silverface does not yet have the master volume control - compare with the Twin Reverb in the 1972 Fender catalogue. The ten-tube Twin Reverb 100w combo came a choice of two Fender 12" speaker cones, or two JBL D-120.

Twin Reverb, 2 x Fender speakers: $575
Twin Reverb, 2 x JBL D-120 speakers: $720

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Fender Twin Reverb - 1970 Fender catalog, page 46
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Fender Twin Reverb Silverface 1960s

Fender Twin Reverb Silverface 1960s

Cleveland, Ohio, 441**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$1300

Good condition. Mid 60s. Reasonable offer.... more
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Fender Twin Reverb Silver Faceplate 1970s Vintage with roadcase

Fender Twin Reverb Silver Faceplate 1970s Vintage with roadcase

Fort Collins, Colorado, 805**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$850

70??s Twin w / a master volume.
1k with case, $800 without.
I??m open to trades too... more
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Vintage 1966 Fender Twin Reverb Black Guitar Amp Combo #A03334

Vintage 1966 Fender Twin Reverb Black Guitar Amp Combo #A03334

Santa Monica, California, 904**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$2900

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The Fender Twin Reverb is undoubtedly one of the most legendary tube amps ever made, especially the black panel era of the '60s   We've had some great ones, and now we have an exceptional one from 1966! From the year of the Beach Boys Pet Sounds, the Beatles Revolver, and Dylan's Blonde on Blonde, this amp was born in the Fender factory in California
A Fender Twin Reverb is one of the most legendary amps ever created   Countless players have ... more
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Fender Twin reverb silverface, 1974, with rare JBL D120F speakers.

Fender Twin reverb silverface, 1974, with rare JBL D120F speakers.

Manchester, Massachusetts, 019**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$2600

Fender twin reverb 1974. 2x rare JBL D120F 12?? Speakers. The speakers alone sell for several hundred $. Freshly serviced. Fantastic tone.... more
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1964 Fender Twin Reverb AB763 Amp Amplifier Vintage Combo 60??s Pre-CBS recently

1964 Fender Twin Reverb AB763 Amp Amplifier Vintage Combo 60??s Pre-CBS recently

Key West, Florida, 330**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$2100

The 1964 Fender Twin Reverb AB763 Amp is a vintage amplifier from the 60's, specifically before the CBS era. This classic combo amp is a sought-after piece for collectors and musicians looking to add a piece of musical history to their collection. Known for its iconic sound and sturdy construction, the Fender Twin Reverb is a timeless piece that captures the essence of the vintage rock and roll era. Here is a 1964 Super Reverb A 05064, AB763, A00600-A06000, A5A, speaker 137-7043, transformer ... more
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1965 Fender Twin Reverb Amp Blackface VG* A04259 / AB763

1965 Fender Twin Reverb Amp Blackface VG* A04259 / AB763

New York, 100**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$2240


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AMP DATA SHEE
1. Amp #:14
2. Manufacturer: Fender
3. Year Made:1965
4. Country of Manufacture: US
5. S / N: A04259 / AB763
6. Model: Twin Reverb Blackface
7. Case Color: Black unless otherwise specified
8. Case Material: Tolex / Vinyl unless otherwise specified
9. Grill Cloth Color: Silver unless otherwise specified
10. Case / Grill Cloth Condition: two holes on bottom right of grillcloth; ... more
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Fender Twin Reverb Face Plate OG Fits 1964-74 Silver Face Relic

Fender Twin Reverb Face Plate OG Fits 1964-74 Silver Face Relic

Varnville, South Carolina, 299**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$75

The Fender Twin Reverb Face Plate OG is a vintage unit designed to fit 1964-1974 silver or black face units. As seen... more
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Fender Twin Reverb Silverface w / Master Volume+Footswitch & Case??Vintage Tube Amp

Fender Twin Reverb Silverface w / Master Volume+Footswitch & Case??Vintage Tube Amp

Mobile, Alabama, 366**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$1700

Up for sale is a Fender Twin Reverb Silverface tube amplifier with the Master Volume control. This iconic vintage amp is known for its legendary clean headroom, lush reverb, and powerful volume. Perfect for gigging musicians, studio use, or collectors of classic Fender amps
Fender Twin Reverb ?? Silverface era
Features Master Volume control
Includes original-style footswitch
Comes with a protective case
Fully working condition ?? tested and sounds fantastic
Normal cosmetic ... more
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1975 Fender Twin Reverb Silverface Guitar Amp 2x12 EV Speaker Combo + Dust Cover

1975 Fender Twin Reverb Silverface Guitar Amp 2x12 EV Speaker Combo + Dust Cover

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

$2000

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Fender Twin Reverb 100-Watt 2x12" Guitar Combo (1973)

Fender Twin Reverb 100-Watt 2x12" Guitar Combo (1973)

Mansfield, Ohio, 449**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$1300

Metronome Music inspects and test all used gear before listing and again before shipping. Photographs are of the product that will ship and accurately represent condition and appearance.
Serial Number: A63600 Condition: Very Good! This has been evaluated by our team and found to be in very good condition overall. This amp was serviced in 2019 but the tremolo is not currently working. All of the original parts are included and shown in the photos. This amp includes the original ... more
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1966 Fender Twin Reverb Amp - Black Face Black cloth

1966 Fender Twin Reverb Amp - Black Face Black cloth

Madison Heights, Michigan, 480**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$1900

I have a beautiful sounding Fender Twin Reverb Amp for sale. This thing sounds so sweet as it screams with its updated speakers--Altec Lansing 417-8C. Probably the best guitar speaker ever made. These are about $600 for the pair
Some facts about this amp:
The amplifier is fully functional, however, it does not come with the footswitch
The vibrato control has been turned into a master volume control
Years ago, there was a muffin fan installed on the back, but it has been ... more
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Vintage Fender Amp FootSwitch Pro, Princeton, Twin, Deluxe, Bandmaster Reverb

Vintage Fender Amp FootSwitch Pro, Princeton, Twin, Deluxe, Bandmaster Reverb

Staten Island, New York, 103**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$120

60??s Vintage Fender Amp FootSwitch for Pro, Princeton, Twin, Deluxe, Vibrolux, or Bandmaster Reverb. This foot switch is in very good condition and excellent working condition. The patina and black on this switch is in very good condition.
... more
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Fender Vintage 1965 Twin Reverb 2x12" Blackface combo amp-Serviced + nwr Jensens

Fender Vintage 1965 Twin Reverb 2x12" Blackface combo amp-Serviced + nwr Jensens

Huntington Station, New York, 117**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$2299

Here we have a vintage 1965 Fender Twin Reverb "Black Panel" or "Blackface" 2x12" tube combo amplifier. Made in the USA. This Twin Reverb has a Fender Electric faceplate. Chassis serial number is A02786 and dates to 1965. All transformers are original and date to early 1965. This Twin Reverb has been completely serviced with all new caps, 3- prong grounded cord, new tremolo roach, and new Sovtek 5881 power tubes. Freshened up and ready to go. The speakers are newer Jensen C12K and ... more
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1975 Fender Super Twin Reverb Eminence 12???? Speaker  Repaired Cone Vintage #20

1975 Fender Super Twin Reverb Eminence 12???? Speaker Repaired Cone Vintage #20

Honolulu, Hawaii, 968**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$135

#20 1975 Fender Super Twin Reverb Eminence 12?? Speaker
Large Ceramic Magnet
8 Ohm
Musical Instrument Speaker
Made in USA
Repaired Cone
We removed this speaker from a Fender Super Twin Reverb amplifier that is currently listed until sold. This is a Fender Blue Donut label with a heavy ceramic magnet and is designed to handle very high power (100 watts).
This speaker has been used extensively. There is no coil rub. There was two small tears on the cone that were ... more
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1976 Fender Twin Reverb Silverface Guitar Amplifier with ATA Wheeled Travel Case

1976 Fender Twin Reverb Silverface Guitar Amplifier with ATA Wheeled Travel Case

Justin, Texas, 762**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$1900

Classic 1976 Fender Twin Reverb Silverface guitar amplifier, renowned for its rich, vibrant sound. Comes with a durable ATA wheeled travel case for easy transport, perfect for gigging musicians
?? Vintage 1976 model
?? Silverface design
?? Includes ATA travel case
?? Wheeled for easy transport
?? Perfect for musicians
Condition: Pre-Owned Good
Just out of the shop where it was restored to original condition, someone had modified it but that was causing issues so I had the ... more
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1974 Fender Twin Reverb ?? Silverface Era Classic w /  Celestion Power + Footswitch

1974 Fender Twin Reverb ?? Silverface Era Classic w / Celestion Power + Footswitch

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

$1300

1974 Fender Twin Reverb ?? Silverface Era Classic w / Celestion Power + Footswitch
This 1974 Fender Twin Reverb hails from the legendary Silverface era, delivering massive Fender clean tones with plenty of muscle under the hood. Originally designed for unmatched clean headroom, this Twin has been fitted with a pair of Celestion G12P-80 speakers, giving it a punchier, more modern edge compared to the stock drivers??tight lows, focused mids, and smooth highs that still retain that unmistakable... more
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70??s Fender Amp FootSwitch Pro Super Princeton Twin Deluxe Vibrolux Reverb

70??s Fender Amp FootSwitch Pro Super Princeton Twin Deluxe Vibrolux Reverb

Staten Island, New York, 103**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$120

This is an original and authentic mid 70??s Vintage Fender Amp FootSwitch for Super, Vibrolux, Pro, Princeton, Twin, Deluxe, or Bandmaster Reverb. This looks almost brand new and I think you would be hard pressed to find a nicer example.
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1974 Fender Twin Reverb Silverface Guitar Amp 2x12 Speaker Combo w /  Footswitch

1974 Fender Twin Reverb Silverface Guitar Amp 2x12 Speaker Combo w / Footswitch

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

$2000

... more
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Fender Musical Instruments Twin Reverb Amplifier, Vintage Silverface Tube Amp,

Fender Musical Instruments Twin Reverb Amplifier, Vintage Silverface Tube Amp,

Payson, Illinois, 623**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$899

Fender Musical Instruments Twin Reverb Amplifier, Vintage Silverface Tube Amp,

Make some noise with this vintage Fender Twin Reverb tube amplifier This classic Silverface amp measures approximately 26" wide, 20" tall, and 9" deep It features a Pyle Driver speaker paired with the legendary Twin Reverb circuitry. The amp shows normal wear from age and use, and the back panel reveals its vintage tube layout and speaker configuration. A great opportunity to own an iconic Fender tube ... more
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1stDecentOfferTakesIT Fender Twin Reverb tube amplifier amp vintage &cover&ftswh

1stDecentOfferTakesIT Fender Twin Reverb tube amplifier amp vintage &cover&ftswh

Wilmington, Delaware, 198**, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA

$999

First Decent Offer Today Takes This amp .

1972 vintage Fender Twin Reverb tube amplifier .
The amp has No issues . all works great
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* NOTES
*Important please read:
Speakers pictured are NOT included
Amp comes with NO speakers
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amp does come With ;
1 The original vintage heavy Luggage cover
and .
2 The vintage blackface footswitch

Amp is in CleanCondition ,
must ... more
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1968 Shaftesbury 'Electric Guitars' catalog

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1970 Rose-Morris 'Exciting Electrics Wonderful Westerns Celebrated Classics' catalog

1970 Rose_Morris catalog1970 Rose-Morris catalog, dated April 1970. It featured 6 electric guitars, 32 acoustic guitars, 3 basses and 1 steel guitar. It contains the following instruments, over 20 pages: Electric guitars: Shaftesbury 3261, 3262, 3264, 3265, 3400; Top Twenty 1970; Bass: Shaftesbury 3263, 3266; Top Twenty 1971; Acoustic guitars: Eko Rio Bravo, Rio Bravo 12, Ranchero, Ranchero 12, Colorado, Ranger, Ranger Folk, Ranger 12; Aria 1674, 1675, 1676, 1679, 1680, 1695, 'John Pearse' Jumbo, 'John Pearse' Folk; Rose-Morris 15-11, Kansas, Georgian, Florida; Suzuki 1663, 1664, 1665, 3054, 3055, 3060; Tatay 1713, 1714, 1715; Peerless 3052; Steel guitar: Aria 3425

1971 Rose-Morris 'Exciting Electrics Wonderful Westerns' catalog

1971 Rose_Morris catalogThe sixteen-page 1971 Rose-Morris catalog featured electric guitars by Rose-Morris' own brand, Shaftesbury, and budget brand Top Twenty; aswell as acoustics by Eko, Aria, and for the first time Ovation. The catalog contains the following instruments: Electric guitars: Shaftesbury 3261, 3264, 3265, 3400, 3402; Top Twenty 1970; Bass: Shaftesbury 3263, 3266; Top Twenty 1971; Acoustic guitars: Ovation: Balladeer, 12 String, Glen Campbell, Glen Campbell 12 string; Eko Rio Bravo, Rio Bravo 12, Ranger, Ranger Folk, Ranger 12, Colorado, Ranchero, Ranchero 12, Studio 'L'; Rose-Morris Florida; Aria 'John Pearse' Jumbo, 'John Pearse' Folk

1972 Fender Precision bass

1972 Fender PrecisionA detailed look at an early 1970s Fender Precision bass guitar in custom black finish, with rosewood fretboard. 1972 list price, $307.50. The Fender Precision had been shipping since at least very early 1952 - with just one re-design circa 1957. This example, then, shows a model already two decades old, but barely changed since the '57 revamp. Fender got it right first time around, and although there are numerous minor cosmetic differences, the essence of this bass is effectively the same as it was in '52: a simple, single pickup instrument with a GREAT sound. Check out the demo video through an old Ampeg B15. It's no wonder this is the bass that everybody wants!

1967 Vox Stroller

1967 Vox StrollerThe Vox Stroller was the brand's entry level electric solid body guitar, fitted with just one pickup and a fixed tailpiece. Although aimed at student guitarists, it wasn't a terrible instrument, but did lack somewhat in adjustability, having no accessible truss rod and only a floating rosewood bridge. But this example is actually quite an improvement on earlier versions, with a standard 1/4" jack and a solid mahogany body. 1967 price £18 2s. JMI ceased UK guitar production in late '67, and combined with decreasing demand for the Stroller, this surely must be one of the last examples shipped.

1963 Vox Clubman Bass (left handed)

1963 Vox Clubman Bass left handedA nice example of the Vox Clubman II bass, built by JMI in Dartford, Kent in 1963. This is a lightweight bass, short (30") scale and very easy to play. It is an early example, and as such has a thin black scratchplate and side mounted, coaxial output jack. JMI offered left handed examples of their solid body Vox guitars and basses at 10% premium. Production numbers are unclear, but left-handed examples rarely come up for sale

1977 Gibson ES Artist 'prototype'

1977 Gibson ES Artist prototypeNot to be confused with the Gibson ES Artist launched by Gibson in 1979; this ES Artist was an early model designed by the Gibson research and development team in Kalamazoo in 1977, the instruments themselves constructed by Gibson artist Chuck Burge. It was planned for launch as a high end semi acoustic with 335-style construction (central maple block) and innovative circuitry - but was pulled at the last minute, being deemed too expensive. Apparently, several examples were produced with varying specifications, though exactly how many actually left the Kalamazoo plant is unclear. Certainly two guitars were sold to LaVonne Music by Gibson in around 1980. Read more about the development of this guitar, with details from Chuck Burge and the story of it's sale to LaVonne music