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1962 Fender Reverb Unit Pre-CBS Vintage Brown Wheat Accutronics Tank Tube 6G15

Estimated price for orientation: 1 399 $

Category: Delay Echo and Reverb
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Model: Reverb Unit Brand: Fender
MPN: Does Not Apply Country/Region of Manufacture: United States
Exact Year: 1962 UPC: Does not apply


Up for sale, a 1962 Fender Tube Reverb Unit in exceptional condition and in perfect working order.  This early Pre-CBS all tube design delivers lush and detailed spring reverb, powered by a complete vintage tube set, including a 6K6 power tube and RCA and Amperex valves in the preamp. With controls for Dwell, Mix and Tone, it's easy to dial in the perfect amount of splash and sparkle, and this classic Fender effect simply goes in-line between your guitar and amp!The circuit is clean and well maintained, with the famed blue Ajax capacitors in the preamp and stock transformers that all date to 1962. The main filter caps and smaller bypass caps have been replaced so as to keep the unit operating within original factory spec, and the new caps were sleeved in original capacitor tubes so as to retain the vintage aesthetic. Otherwise, the circuit is untouched!  The Stackpole and CTS pots date between late 1961 and early 1962 with original solder joints. The original Accutronics two-spring tank is also present and sporting original RCA cables with braided shielding running to the circuit. The tube chart is intact as well, showing moderate wear around the corners, but still legible.The original rough brown tolex and wheat grillcloth are in fantastic shape, along with the original leather handle, flat metal "Fender" logo, and all four original nickel feet. The faceplate is extremely clean, showing only the lightest wear and boasting original brown barrel knobs.Don't miss out on this 1962 Fender Reverb Unit, well maintained and stocked with vintage tubes!
Please check out our shop "Mike & Mike's Guitar Bar" on the web, and feel free to call us directly with any questions at 206.399.8518.
Shipping in the continental USA will be by FedEx Ground and will be $55, fully insured.  We use double thick boxes, 1" hard foam, and industrial 1/2" bubble wrap to assure that your item arrives safely.  We will happily ship WORLDWIDE, but please contact us for an accurate international shipping quote before bidding or buying, as cost varies by buyer location.International orders will be declared as “merchandise,” and the value of merchandise will be declared as the amount paid. We cannot declare anything as a gift or for a lesser value. No exceptions! The customer is responsible for all taxes and duty, which may be collected upon delivery.We do our best to describe all items with honesty and accuracy, but to be sure, please contact us with any questions or concerns prior to bidding or buying. We require payment within 48 hours of auction end. In the unlikely event of a return, buyer pays all shipping costs. Your positive feedback and five star ratings are very important to us, and we appreciate your communication in resolving any issues!