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'65 Twin Reverb Reissue 85W 2x12 Combo – Jensen C12K Speakers – Excellent Condition


A superb example of the legendary Fender '65 Twin Reverb Reissue, dating from approximately 2003/2004 and presented in excellent condition.

Having had just one careful owner from new, this amplifier has spent its entire life in a recording studio, where it has been exceptionally well cared for. As a result, it remains in beautiful condition, with very little evidence of use.

Built in the USA, the '65 Twin Reverb Reissue faithfully recreates one of Fender's most iconic amplifiers, capturing the unmistakable sound and character of the original mid-1960s Blackface Twin Reverb.

Renowned for its enormous clean headroom, rich valve-driven spring reverb and beautifully smooth tremolo, the Twin Reverb has been a favourite among professional guitarists and recording studios for decades.

This particular example is fitted with its two Jensen C12K 12-inch speakers, both dating to 2003, making it a particularly appealing early-2000s example.

Specifications

  • Manufacturer: Fender
  • Model: '65 Twin Reverb Reissue
  • Year: Circa 2003/2004
  • Country of Manufacture: USA
  • Serial Number: AC042347
  • Output: 85 Watts
  • Configuration: 2x12 Valve Combo
  • Speakers: 2 × Jensen C12K, 8Ω
  • Speaker Date Codes: 2200331 / 2200332 (2003)
  • Power Valves: 4 × 6L6GC
  • Preamp Valves: 4 × 12AX7 and 2 × 12AT7
  • Channels: Normal and Vibrato
  • Reverb: Valve-driven spring reverb
  • Tremolo: Fender optical vibrato circuit
  • Rectification: Solid-state
  • Finish: Black covering with silver grille cloth
  • Ownership: One careful studio owner from new

Condition

This amplifier is in excellent condition, particularly considering it is now over 20 years old.

Having spent its entire life in a recording studio with just one careful owner, it has clearly been exceptionally well looked after.

The original-style black covering, silver grille cloth, control panel and hardware are all beautifully preserved, with only minimal signs of age and use.

The rear of the amplifier is equally clean, retaining its pair of Jensen C12K speakers, which carry consecutive production-week date codes from 2003.

Overall, a remarkably well-preserved example of this classic Fender amplifier.

Tone & Performance

The Fender Twin Reverb is widely regarded as one of the finest clean guitar amplifiers ever produced.

Its powerful 85-watt valve circuit, combined with two 12-inch Jensen speakers, delivers exceptional clarity, enormous headroom and a beautifully balanced frequency response.

The clean tones are everything you would expect from a classic Fender Blackface amplifier: deep, rounded bass, sparkling highs and a wonderfully open, three-dimensional character.

The onboard valve-driven spring reverb is one of the amplifier's defining features, producing everything from subtle ambience to the lush, expansive reverb sounds synonymous with vintage Fender amplifiers.

The optical tremolo adds another dimension, offering smooth, musical modulation that works beautifully for blues, surf, country and classic rock.

With its exceptional clean headroom, the Twin Reverb is also a fantastic platform for pedals, allowing overdrive, distortion and modulation effects to retain their individual character.

From warm jazz tones and traditional blues through to shimmering country cleans and atmospheric rock, the Twin Reverb remains one of the most versatile and recognisable amplifiers ever produced.

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We offer worldwide shipping on all our amplifiers.

Every amplifier is carefully packaged using custom-made, heavy-duty shipping cartons, with particular attention paid to protecting delicate components during transit.

We regularly ship vintage and modern amplifiers throughout the UK, Europe, North America and beyond.

All shipments are fully tracked and insured, ensuring your amplifier arrives safely.

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Listed5 days ago
ConditionExcellent (Used)
Excellent items are almost entirely free from blemishes and other visual defects and have been played or used with the utmost care.Learn more
Brand
Model
  • '65 Twin Reverb Reissue 85-Watt 2x12" Guitar Combo
Finish
  • Black
Categories
Year
  • 2004
Made In
  • United States
Model Sub-Family
  • Fender '65 Twin Reverb Reissue
  • Fender Twin Reverb
Power Tube Type
  • 6L6
Speaker Configuration
  • 2x12"
Number of Channels
  • 2 Channels
Built-In Effects
  • Built-In Effects
Electronics
  • Tube
Number of Inputs
  • 4 Inputs
Model Family
  • Fender Twin
Series
  • Fender American Vintage Reissue Amp
Color Family
  • Black
Reverb
  • Spring Reverb
Output Power (Watts)
  • 85

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