Description
A vintage 1959 big box Fender Tremolux 1x12 tube combo amp. This rare amp is in largely original condition and has been recently serviced and re-capped. One thing of note is the output transformer. It is correct part for this era of Tremolux, but was manufactured in the 10th week of 1960, several months after the amp's factory stamp. The solder joints associated with this transformer look as old as the rest of the amp, so it is very likely that it was a warranty replacement only a few months after the amp was manufactured. Beyond the output transformer, power switch and AC cord, all original components that have been replaced are included with the amp.
The 5G9 Tremolux is a rare bird among Fender Tweed amps. On the surface, it looks like a large box Deluxe or Vibrolux. However, under the hood, the beefier power supply, long-tailed pair phase inverter, and lower-gain preamp make for an amp with considerably more clean headroom and bottom end than other mid-powered Tweed amps. It also features an amazing all-tube tremolo. This amp has been cleaned and fully serviced. It is fully functional and sounds absolutely fantastic.
Overview
-Serial #: 02391
-Circuit: 5G9
-Manufacture Date: October of 1959
-Power Output: 18 Watts
-Tubes: 5U4, 6V6 (2), 12AX7 (3--or 2 with a 12AY7 in V1 for less gain)
-Controls: Depth, Speed, Tone, Inst. Vol, Mic. Vol.
-Dimensions: 22'' x 20'' x 10.5''
-Weight: 35 lbs
Cosmetics (see phtotos)
-original tweed
-original grillcloth
-original back panels
-replacement handle
Electronics
-original speaker: Jensen P12Q dated 220903
-period-correct replacement output transformer: Fender OEM 125A1A (10th week of 1960)
-replacement filter choke (original included)
-13 replaced capacitors (originals included)
-1 replaced potentiomenter (original included)
-replacement power switch
-replacement grounded power cord
