Up for sale is a vintage 1970s Traynor YBA-3 “Custom Special” all-tube amp head, made in Canada and known for its huge headroom, rugged build, and incredible tone.

This is one of the sleeper vintage amps that can hang with (and often rival) amps like the Ampeg SVT—tons of clean power, but also breaks up beautifully when pushed. Works great for bass OR guitar depending on your setup.

Key Features:

  • ~130–200 watts of all-tube power (EL34-driven)
  • Massive low end with punchy mids and clear highs
  • Built like a tank (classic Traynor reliability)
  • Point-to-point style construction
  • Vintage mojo for days

Condition:
Good working condition. Fully functional with strong output. Shows normal cosmetic wear for its age (see photos). Recently tested and sounds great.

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Listed2 months ago
ConditionVery Good (Used)
Very Good items may show a few slight marks or scratches but are fully functional and in overall great shape.Learn more
Brand
Model
  • YBA-3 Custom Special 100-Watt Guitar / Bass Amp Head
Finish
  • Black
Categories
Year
  • 1970s
Made In
  • Canada
Number of Inputs
  • 2 Inputs
Power Tube Type
  • EL34
Electronics
  • Tube
Direct Output
  • No Direct Output
Reverb
  • None
Color Family
  • Black
Number of Channels
  • 1 Channel
Impedance
  • 4 ohms
Output Power (Watts)
  • 100

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Marc's Vintage Amps

Albuquerque, NM, United States
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