1942 Rickenbacher 200A Tube Amp & Late 40s Model B Bakelite Lap Steel Combo | HISTORIC PACKAGE

Up for sale is an exceptionally rare, museum-quality package combining two fundamental pieces of electric guitar history: a 1942 Rickenbacher Electro Model 200A Combo Amplifier and a Circa Late 1940s Rickenbacher Electro Model B Lap Steel.

The Model 200A amplifier was originally built to accompany Rickenbacher's first commercially available electric Spanish guitar, making this pairing an extraordinary offering that captures the sound and history of the era.

I. The Amplifier: 1942 Rickenbacher Electro Model 200A

This amplifier is a genuine artifact—an incredibly rare 'Hi-Power' Rickenbacher tube amplifier that defined the sound of the first electric guitars.

 * Service & Safety: The amp has been recently serviced by expert technician Colleen Fazio at Fazio Electric. She replaced some of the electrolytic capacitors and installed a modern three-pronged grounded power cable for safety and reliable operation.

 * Rarity and Condition: This is a very rare, fully intact example with essential maintenance completed to ensure safe operation.

 * Power Output: Produces approximately 15 Watts of classic tube power.

 * Speaker: Features the highly sought-after, original 12" Lansing Model 212 Loudspeaker.

 * Tube Complement: Features a classic lineup including 6SF5 & 6N7 preamp tubes, (2) 6L6 power tubes, and a 5Z3 rectifier tube.

 * Design: Simple both inside and out, with a single Volume control for pure, unadulterated vintage tone.

II. The Lap Steel Guitar: Circa Late 1940s Rickenbacher Electro Model B

This Model B is a beautiful example of the early Bakelite instruments.

 * Construction: Original Bakelite body and construction, known for its incredible sustain and resonance.

 * Pickup: Original Pickup and Electronics are fully functional and have been tested. This features the legendary horseshoe pickup design.

 * Badge Note: The headstock features the historical 'Rickenbacher' spelling badge.

 * Condition: In Very Good Overall Condition for its age (Please See Photos).

   * Cosmetic Notes: Some cosmetic surface wear is visible, including various small dings, marks, and scratches throughout.

 * Neck Relief: Exhibits typical neck relief commonly seen on this model (standard for lap steels).

 * Weight: Weighs 8lbs\ 14oz.

 * Origin: Made In USA.

III. Demonstration & Service History Links

You can see and hear the amplifier and its history documented in the YouTube link attached to this listing.

 * Service Video: Colleen Fazio details the repair and history of this exact amplifier: 1942 Rickenbacher Electro 200A | WWII Era Amp Repair

IV. Included Accessories

This complete package offers a collector an immediate, museum-grade setup.

 * 1942 Rickenbacher Electro Model 200A Combo Amplifier

 * Original Removed Electronic Components (e.g., capacitors)

 * Circa Late 1940s Rickenbacher Electro Model B Lap Steel

 * Original Hard Shell Case (OHSC) for the lap steel.