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About This Listing

A vintage 1951 Gibson GA-30 tube combo amp in player grade condition. A previous owner did a number on this amp long ago--with new tolex, grill cloth, rivets, handle, etc. Additionally, the cabinet was modified to accommodate an additional "tweeter" speaker, with a hole cut in the side. This speaker has been removed, but the cabinet hole remains.

Cosmetics aside, the amp's original circuitry is largely intact--with original transformers and most original resistors and coupling caps. The speakers, while non-original, are a great sounding pair of vintage Acme Alnicos.

Sonically, this amp is really fun to play. The instrument channel has a deep clean tone that gets nice and raw as you turn it up. Meanwhile, the the microphone channel offers and over-the-top crunch that rivals a lot of Marshalls. An incredible player-grade Gibson that offers authentic mid-century tone for a bargain. This amp has been cleaned and serviced. It is fully functiona and sounds absolutely fantastic.

Overview
-Power Output: approximately 15 watts
-Tubes: 5Y3, 6V6 (2), 6SC7, 6SJ7 (2)
-Controls: Tone, Instrument Volume, Microphone Volume
-Dimensions: 22.5'' x 17'' x 7.5''
-Weight: 26 lbs

Cosmetics (see photos)
-replacement covering
-replacement grill cloth
-replacement handle
-side hole cut in cabinet
-one replaced knob

Electronics
-replacement speakers: 12", 8" Acme Alnico (1940s-1960s)
-original transformers
-several replaced resistors and caps
-new replacement power supply filter capacitors
-replacement grounded power cord

Listed3 years ago
Condition
Brand
Model
  • GA-30 15W 1x12 Combo
Categories
Year
  • 1951
Made In
  • United States

About the Seller

Cream City Music

Brookfield, WI, United States
(39,579)
Joined Reverb:2013
Items Sold:59,345

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