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Condition: Used, Excellent
Delivering timeless vintage tone with enhanced versatility, this 1978 Fender '78 Deluxe Reverb is a legendary sonic companion and a deeply inspiring artistic investment! Pushing 22 watts of iconic silverface power through a upgraded 12" Fat Jimmy Ceramic speaker, it serves up lush spring reverb, rich tube vibrato, and dynamic clean headroom. Featuring a thoughtful Superfine Mod Midrange Control along with a premium tube setup—including a vintage JAN GE NOS 5751—this classic dual-channel amp offers expanded tonal flexibility for any musical style. Meticulously cared for with attentive labor, this unique specimen arrives in supremely playable condition, offering complete structural integrity that ensures dependable performance on stage and in the studio. Complete with its 2-button footswitch and slipcover, this vintage masterpiece brings your playing to life with authentic warm projection!
- Model
- '78 Deluxe Reverb
- Serial
- A836434
- Year
- 1978
- Controls
- Normal Channel: Volume, Treble, Bass / Vibrato Channel: Volume, Treble, Bass, Reverb, Speed, Intensity / Superfine Mod Midrange Control
- Inputs
- Four - (1/4" Two Normal, Two Vibrato)
- Wattage
- 22 Watts
- Channels
- Two - (Normal and Vibrato)
- Grille Cloth
- Silver
- Amplifier Covering
- Black Tolex
- Amplifier Jewel
- Blue Jewel
- Handle
- Molded Plastic Strap with Nickel-Plated Caps
- Speakers
- One - 12" Fat Jimmy Ceramic
- Total Impedance
- 8 ohms
- Preamp Tubes
- 3 x 12AX7, 2x 12AT7, 1 x 5751 (JAN GE NOS in V3)
- Rectifier
- 1 x 5R4GYB (ANOS)
- Power Tubes
- 2 x 6V6 (JJ)
- Footswitch
- 2-Button (included)
- Height
- 17.5"
- Width
- 24"
- Depth
- 8.5"
- Weight
- 46.5 lbs
- Cover
- Slip Cover
Warranty
This item is sold without the Sound Pure 3-year warranty (used / B-stock / dealer-exempt). Coverage terms for items in this category live in Terms & Conditions, Section 27.
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