Alright, before everyone goes nuts let’s get a few things out of the way. First of all, yes, this is a largely original example of the vanishingly rare Mid-50s Fender "Deluxe" 5B3 Wide Panel 10-Watt 1x12" Guitar Combo. Not 5C3, but 5B3! The original tweed tolex and speaker have been replaced (speaker is a V.O.R. Voice of Rock V12A-25) and there is a wire or two that is not original, but other than that this thing is coming live and direct at you from more than 70 years in the past!

Our master vintage amplifier technician has tested this thing from to back and is very impressed and excited about it, however it should be noted that the caps are not in their prime and it could use some further attention, especially if you plan to use this in an environment when you need to keep your noise floor as low as possible. However, if you are looking for one of the rarest and earliest Fender amps of all time that is as original as possible without spending $10K, look no further.

Please take a look through the extensive documentation we’ve provided for this amplifier. Multiple pics of the interior and notes from our tech are included in the pictures. Send any questions our way! If we need to speak to our tech about your query we will do so at the earliest available convenience, but keep in mind he is here only during the week in limited hours.

God, what a freakin’ cool amp!!!

More from Reverb:
Brand Fender
Model Deluxe 5B3 Wide Panel 10-Watt 1x12" Guitar Combo
Finish Tweed
Year 1953 - 1955
Made In United States
Categories Guitar Combo Amps
Color Family Yellow
Direct Output No Direct Output
Electronics Tube
Model Family Fender Deluxe Amp
Model Sub-Family Fender Deluxe Amp
Number of Channels 2 Channels
Number of Inputs 3 Inputs
Output Power (Watts) 10
Power Tube Type 6V6
Reverb None
Series Fender Vintage Tweed Amps
Speaker Configuration 1x12"

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