Fender Bandmaster 40-Watt 2-Channel 2x12" Piggyback Guitar Amp 1963 - 1967 - Black Panel
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Up for sale is a 1966 Fender Bandmaster blackface head with its original matching 2x12 cabinet—a classic piggyback setup from Fender’s golden era.
The amp retains its original Schumacher transformers (606 codes dating to 1966) and delivers the unmistakable blackface Fender tone: clear, punchy, and highly dynamic with excellent headroom.
The cabinet appears to be original, but the speakers have been upgraded to a pair of JBL K120s, likely installed in the 1970s by the original owner. While not factory original, these are highly desirable vintage speakers known for their clarity, tight low end, and extended headroom—and are often sought out for Fender amps.
The amp has been well maintained and lightly used (not gigged ) on and off since its last major service circa 2009. The JJ power tubes have very little use. V1-V3 are the correct pre-amp tubes, but newer JJ. V4 is a vintage GE 12at7 pre-amp tube. You can see from the photos that the amp has been carefully maintained , having all the necessary capacitors updates while also retaining the coveted blue “molded” signal caps, which are a huge part of the tone of these prized black panel fender amps.
The amp runs quiet and sounds great, with no issues to mention.
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Key Features:
- 1966 Fender Bandmaster (Blackface era)
- Original Schumacher transformers (1966 date codes)
- Classic blackface circuit
- Original 2x12 cabinet
- JBL K120 speakers (non-original, vintage upgrade)
- Excellent clean platform for pedals
- Big, articulate tone with strong headroom
Condition:
Very good vintage condition with normal cosmetic wear for its age. The amp is functioning well and sounds great.
As expected for a vintage amp, routine maintenance (such as filter caps) have been performed over time. The transformers—the most important components—are original and date correctly to 1966.
Notes:
- Speakers are not original to the amp, but are valuable vintage JBL K120s
- Great player-grade vintage rig with desirable upgrades
- JBL speakers significantly enhance clarity and projection
This item is sold As-Described
This item is sold As-Described and cannot be returned unless it arrives in a condition different from how it was described or photographed. Items must be returned in original, as-shipped condition with all original packaging.Learn More.
| Listed | 3 months ago |
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| Condition | Very Good (Used) Very Good items may show a few slight marks or scratches but are fully functional and in overall great shape.Learn more |
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