Back to the main page Back to category Guitar Amplifiers
musical instrument details
10/5 Watt Octal Tweed Princeton Combo Carl's Custom Amps
Estimated price for orientation: 1 100 $
Category: Guitar Amplifiers
Class:
Description Condition: New: A brand-new, unused, unopened, undamaged item in its original packaging (where packaging is applicable). Packaging should be the same as what is found in a retail store, unless the item is handmade or was packaged by the manufacturer in non-retail packaging, such as an unprinted box or plastic bag. See the seller's listing for full details. See all condition definitions- opens in a new window or tab ... Read moreabout the condition Amplifier Type: Combo Impedance (ohms): 8 Ohms
Carl's Custom Amps
Octal Princeton Working Chassis
Can use a 6V6 for 5 Watts or a 5881 OR 6L6GC 10 Watt all without biasing!Please allow 4-6 weeks for you amp to be built and shipped. The 5C2 is my modified version of the early Tweed Princeton. It features an octal pre-amp tube that gives it a wide frequency response, chimey cleans and great tweed overdrive. It a bit brighter than many tweed amps and works well with single coils, P90 and humbucker loaded guitars. The Octal Princeton is a very dynamic amp and responds beautifully to your touch. Each one is carefully and meticulously built and tested. NO RETURNS unless DOD. Pay Pal Only!Check out sound clips and more info on amps at carlscustomamps.com Features: 5 or 10 watt watts all Tube PowerCan use 6V6, 5881, 6L6GC, El-34 or KT77 power tube (comes with 6V6 and 6LGGC)Uses a GZ-34 or 5Y3 Rectifier tube (comes GZ-34)Uses a 6SL7 pre-amp tube Volume and Tone ControlsHi and Low inputsHand wired for the best tone and serviceabilityStainless Steel Chassis12 FT Heavy Duty Power Cord Parts:Weber 12F125 Vintage Series SpeakerJJ's 6V6, 6L6GC, GZ-34 and NOS Russian 6SL7Alpha PotsSpecial Resistor Selection for the best tone with the least noise,Mallory 150 Tone Caps, Classic Tone USA Power and Output TransformerNeutrik JacksUpgraded Tube Sockets and RetainersF&T or JJ's Filter Caps Reviews/Feedback for My tweed Princeton:After spending only half a day with the amp, I can already say that it's nothing short of pure magic!Till next time!Best Emere"I really like my Octal Princeton amp that you built for me. The sound to me is rich with tone and complex harmonics. It is also a beautiful looking amp. I appreciate the attention to detail and component quality. I only wish that I knew about you years ago. Your patience with all of my questions was very much appreciated. This will not be the last amp that I purchase from you.Thank you,Scott"Carl combined my vintage-tone-amp wish list into a big-sounding, super-versatile, and easy-to-carry combo. I had used octal-preamp amps for many years, mostly in vintage, professionally rebuilt PA heads. But I had long wished for that sound in a gigging combo (and four less carries per gig). I wanted a simple amp that could do justice to country, rock, and jazz. This included quick response, decent headroom, and smooth breakup—sort of tweed meets black face. I wanted a big clean tone that would love pedals.I contacted Carl, he called me, and we discussed the circuit and component options for my “amp for all reasons.” He built what is basically a 5C2 tweed Princeton with a 6L6 output section. Simple: three great tubes (all of which can be switched with variants for more or less output, sag, or gain); two controls (volume and tone); and one 12-inch speaker of your choice. It will even run a 6V6 for early breakup and more tweed tone, a solid-state rectifier for more punch and headroom, and a 6SN7 preamp tube for ultra-clean lower gain.This amp is closer to my “dream amp” than I thought was possible. It is obviously a gamble, having an amp built without knowing exactly how it will sound in a mix on stage. But I am glad I bet on Carl; this simple amp can go from bright and spanky to smooth and churchy. I call it “Route 6L6” because, for my music, it was both the end and the beginning of a journey. Best wishes, Keith""The purchase of my Octal Princeton Tweed from an unknown (to me) amp builder was a somewhat risky endeavor, but what the hell sometimes you gotta roll the dice. And let me tell you, I'm glad I did.Im writing this review after I've had about a month or so of time playing various guitars, Strat, SG, Les Paul, ES 175, Tele, Esquire.....Carl is a total pro. He prides himself on details, details, details. After a few weeks of deciding what my needs were, I had to make the decision. Lets get it ordered.During the build, Carl kept me updated on progress. This part, that part, cabinet done, speaker in. And the nice thing he usually answers the phone, or calls back same day.Low and behold exactly 5 weeks later, (agreed on turnaround) I got the email, my amp was being
Description
| Condition: | New: A brand-new, unused, unopened, undamaged item in its original packaging (where packaging is applicable). Packaging should be the same as what is found in a retail store, unless the item is handmade or was packaged by the manufacturer in non-retail packaging, such as an unprinted box or plastic bag. See the seller's listing for full details. See all condition definitions- opens in a new window or tab ... Read moreabout the condition | Amplifier Type: | Combo |
| Impedance (ohms): | 8 Ohms |
Carl's Custom Amps
Octal Princeton Working Chassis
Can use a 6V6 for 5 Watts or a 5881 OR 6L6GC 10 Watt all without biasing!Please allow 4-6 weeks for you amp to be built and shipped. The 5C2 is my modified version of the early Tweed Princeton. It features an octal pre-amp tube that gives it a wide frequency response, chimey cleans and great tweed overdrive. It a bit brighter than many tweed amps and works well with single coils, P90 and humbucker loaded guitars. The Octal Princeton is a very dynamic amp and responds beautifully to your touch. Each one is carefully and meticulously built and tested. NO RETURNS unless DOD. Pay Pal Only!Check out sound clips and more info on amps at carlscustomamps.com Features: 5 or 10 watt watts all Tube PowerCan use 6V6, 5881, 6L6GC, El-34 or KT77 power tube (comes with 6V6 and 6LGGC)Uses a GZ-34 or 5Y3 Rectifier tube (comes GZ-34)Uses a 6SL7 pre-amp tube Volume and Tone ControlsHi and Low inputsHand wired for the best tone and serviceabilityStainless Steel Chassis12 FT Heavy Duty Power Cord Parts:Weber 12F125 Vintage Series SpeakerJJ's 6V6, 6L6GC, GZ-34 and NOS Russian 6SL7Alpha PotsSpecial Resistor Selection for the best tone with the least noise,Mallory 150 Tone Caps, Classic Tone USA Power and Output TransformerNeutrik JacksUpgraded Tube Sockets and RetainersF&T or JJ's Filter Caps Reviews/Feedback for My tweed Princeton:After spending only half a day with the amp, I can already say that it's nothing short of pure magic!Till next time!Best Emere"I really like my Octal Princeton amp that you built for me. The sound to me is rich with tone and complex harmonics. It is also a beautiful looking amp. I appreciate the attention to detail and component quality. I only wish that I knew about you years ago. Your patience with all of my questions was very much appreciated. This will not be the last amp that I purchase from you.Thank you,Scott"Carl combined my vintage-tone-amp wish list into a big-sounding, super-versatile, and easy-to-carry combo. I had used octal-preamp amps for many years, mostly in vintage, professionally rebuilt PA heads. But I had long wished for that sound in a gigging combo (and four less carries per gig). I wanted a simple amp that could do justice to country, rock, and jazz. This included quick response, decent headroom, and smooth breakup—sort of tweed meets black face. I wanted a big clean tone that would love pedals.I contacted Carl, he called me, and we discussed the circuit and component options for my “amp for all reasons.” He built what is basically a 5C2 tweed Princeton with a 6L6 output section. Simple: three great tubes (all of which can be switched with variants for more or less output, sag, or gain); two controls (volume and tone); and one 12-inch speaker of your choice. It will even run a 6V6 for early breakup and more tweed tone, a solid-state rectifier for more punch and headroom, and a 6SN7 preamp tube for ultra-clean lower gain.This amp is closer to my “dream amp” than I thought was possible. It is obviously a gamble, having an amp built without knowing exactly how it will sound in a mix on stage. But I am glad I bet on Carl; this simple amp can go from bright and spanky to smooth and churchy. I call it “Route 6L6” because, for my music, it was both the end and the beginning of a journey. Best wishes, Keith""The purchase of my Octal Princeton Tweed from an unknown (to me) amp builder was a somewhat risky endeavor, but what the hell sometimes you gotta roll the dice. And let me tell you, I'm glad I did.Im writing this review after I've had about a month or so of time playing various guitars, Strat, SG, Les Paul, ES 175, Tele, Esquire.....Carl is a total pro. He prides himself on details, details, details. After a few weeks of deciding what my needs were, I had to make the decision. Lets get it ordered.During the build, Carl kept me updated on progress. This part, that part, cabinet done, speaker in. And the nice thing he usually answers the phone, or calls back same day.Low and behold exactly 5 weeks later, (agreed on turnaround) I got the email, my amp was being
Octal Princeton Working Chassis
Can use a 6V6 for 5 Watts or a 5881 OR 6L6GC 10 Watt all without biasing!Please allow 4-6 weeks for you amp to be built and shipped. The 5C2 is my modified version of the early Tweed Princeton. It features an octal pre-amp tube that gives it a wide frequency response, chimey cleans and great tweed overdrive. It a bit brighter than many tweed amps and works well with single coils, P90 and humbucker loaded guitars. The Octal Princeton is a very dynamic amp and responds beautifully to your touch. Each one is carefully and meticulously built and tested. NO RETURNS unless DOD. Pay Pal Only!Check out sound clips and more info on amps at carlscustomamps.com Features: 5 or 10 watt watts all Tube PowerCan use 6V6, 5881, 6L6GC, El-34 or KT77 power tube (comes with 6V6 and 6LGGC)Uses a GZ-34 or 5Y3 Rectifier tube (comes GZ-34)Uses a 6SL7 pre-amp tube Volume and Tone ControlsHi and Low inputsHand wired for the best tone and serviceabilityStainless Steel Chassis12 FT Heavy Duty Power Cord Parts:Weber 12F125 Vintage Series SpeakerJJ's 6V6, 6L6GC, GZ-34 and NOS Russian 6SL7Alpha PotsSpecial Resistor Selection for the best tone with the least noise,Mallory 150 Tone Caps, Classic Tone USA Power and Output TransformerNeutrik JacksUpgraded Tube Sockets and RetainersF&T or JJ's Filter Caps Reviews/Feedback for My tweed Princeton:After spending only half a day with the amp, I can already say that it's nothing short of pure magic!Till next time!Best Emere"I really like my Octal Princeton amp that you built for me. The sound to me is rich with tone and complex harmonics. It is also a beautiful looking amp. I appreciate the attention to detail and component quality. I only wish that I knew about you years ago. Your patience with all of my questions was very much appreciated. This will not be the last amp that I purchase from you.Thank you,Scott"Carl combined my vintage-tone-amp wish list into a big-sounding, super-versatile, and easy-to-carry combo. I had used octal-preamp amps for many years, mostly in vintage, professionally rebuilt PA heads. But I had long wished for that sound in a gigging combo (and four less carries per gig). I wanted a simple amp that could do justice to country, rock, and jazz. This included quick response, decent headroom, and smooth breakup—sort of tweed meets black face. I wanted a big clean tone that would love pedals.I contacted Carl, he called me, and we discussed the circuit and component options for my “amp for all reasons.” He built what is basically a 5C2 tweed Princeton with a 6L6 output section. Simple: three great tubes (all of which can be switched with variants for more or less output, sag, or gain); two controls (volume and tone); and one 12-inch speaker of your choice. It will even run a 6V6 for early breakup and more tweed tone, a solid-state rectifier for more punch and headroom, and a 6SN7 preamp tube for ultra-clean lower gain.This amp is closer to my “dream amp” than I thought was possible. It is obviously a gamble, having an amp built without knowing exactly how it will sound in a mix on stage. But I am glad I bet on Carl; this simple amp can go from bright and spanky to smooth and churchy. I call it “Route 6L6” because, for my music, it was both the end and the beginning of a journey. Best wishes, Keith""The purchase of my Octal Princeton Tweed from an unknown (to me) amp builder was a somewhat risky endeavor, but what the hell sometimes you gotta roll the dice. And let me tell you, I'm glad I did.Im writing this review after I've had about a month or so of time playing various guitars, Strat, SG, Les Paul, ES 175, Tele, Esquire.....Carl is a total pro. He prides himself on details, details, details. After a few weeks of deciding what my needs were, I had to make the decision. Lets get it ordered.During the build, Carl kept me updated on progress. This part, that part, cabinet done, speaker in. And the nice thing he usually answers the phone, or calls back same day.Low and behold exactly 5 weeks later, (agreed on turnaround) I got the email, my amp was being