Raleigh, NC, United States
About this listing
Up for sale is a classic, end-of-an-era 1981 Fender Silverface Champ in Very Good cosmetic and fully functional condition.This is the genuine, hand-wired, single-ended AA764-style circuit from the final chapter of the traditional Fullerton era, before the Rivera redesigns. Compact, touch-sensitive, and delivering the signature Fender sparkle at manageable volumes, this amp is completely dialed in, serviced, and ready to plug in and play.Key Details & Maintenance:·Freshly Replaced Filter Can: Recently upgraded with a brand-new multi-section can capacitor. It runs whisper-quiet, tight low-end filtering, and excellent dynamics.·Transformers & Chassis: Original Schumacher output transformer stamped 606-140 (40th week of 1981), paired with original factory power transformer and matching chassis stamp 43932.·Upgraded Speaker: Loaded with an Eminence 8" speaker, which is a significant tonal upgrade over the often thin, farty original late-era Oxford speakers. It offers punchier lows, smoother midrange break-up, and more usable clean headroom.Tubes Installed:·Rectifier: Vintage RCA 5Y3GT·Power Tube: Vintage GE 6V6GT·Preamp: Modern Tesla / JJ ECC803S (high-gain, low-noise dual triode)Included Spare Tube Bundle:To keep you set for the road or studio, the amp also includes a backup tube set:·(1) JJ 5Y3S rectifier tube·(2) Russian NOS 6P6S / 6V6GT equivalents (rugged military-grade construction)Condition:Rated Very Good. The tolex, faceplate, and cabinet show honest, minor wear consistent with a 45-year-old vintage amp, but no structural issues, tears, or abuse. A previous owner drilled an approximately 3/8-inch hole in the rear chassis flange (likely for an old external speaker jack or line out mod that was reverted); it does not affect operation or integrity. The circuit board is clean, components are in spec, and all controls sweep cleanly with no scratchiness.
Price$725
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