Farfisa Amplivox 18 – 1960s – Original Jensen 12" (Chicago) – Rare Italian Tube Amp

Vintage Farfisa Amplivox 18 from the 1960s, fully functional and largely original. It features its original 12" Jensen speaker made in Chicago, offering warm and deep lows, bright and crystal‑clear highs, and a beautifully authentic vintage character.

A unique highlight is the detachable control panel, connected by a long cable (about 3 meters). It can be placed anywhere — even on top of an organ — making it extremely practical in both studio and live environments.

All tubes and electronic components appear to be original. The amp was used very little and spent decades stored in the previous owner’s garage, which explains its excellent internal preservation.

Cosmetically, it shows normal wear for its age — not pristine, but absolutely acceptable for a 1960s amplifier and consistent with its history.

The demo recordings were made at moderate volume (4/10), with no post‑production: no EQ, no compression, no studio processing — just the natural sound of the amplifier.

I’m selling it only because I no longer have space at home. This amp is ideal for a recording studio or a collector looking for a rare, original Italian tube amplifier with a unique voice.