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1948 Gibson GA50T Vintage Tube Amplifier Near Mint, Collector Grade w/ Jensen
Estimated price for orientation: 2 599 $
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Description Condition: Used: An item that has been used previously. The item may have some signs of cosmetic wear, but is fully operational and functions as intended. This item may be a floor model or store return that has been used. See the seller’s listing for full details and description of any imperfections. See all condition definitions- opens in a new window or tab ... Read moreabout the condition Brand: Gibson Type: Electric Guitar Amplifier MPN: Does Not Apply Number of Channels: 1 Amplifier Type: Combo Model: GA50T Amplifier Technology: Vacuum Tube Country//Region of Manufacture: United States UPC: Does not apply
Up for sale, a 1948 Gibson GA50T tube amplifier in absolutely stunning, collector-grade condition and in perfect working order. One of the larger, more impressive amps produced by Gibson in the immediate post-WWII era, the GA50T was designed to cater to Jazz players and excels at extremely lush and detailed clean tones. With the original Jensen P12P alnico 12" driver and corresponding 8" Jensen tweeter, this amp covers a wide tonal spectrum and was also one of the first to employ individual Treble and Bass EQ controls. While the tone of this amp is very hi-fi and dynamic, the cosmetic condition of the amp is simply jaw-dropping. From the minty brown leatherette covering to the glistening powder coated brown chassis, this is easily one of the cleanest surviving GA50T amps in existence.The circuit is very nearly original, aside from a partial recap of the power supply, an added 1/4" jack for the tremolo, and one newer pot. The stock transformers are present, and the circuit retains all of the original paper-in-oil tone capacitors in the preamp. The rare mil-spec red RCA octal preamp tubes are rare and eye-catching in their own right, and the Tung Sol USA made 6L6 power tube pair sound great. The original Jensen speakers are both present with immaculate grayish green speaker baskets and minty foil labels on the magnet bells, with date codes on the edges of the frames from late '48. The silkscreen text on the chassis is mint, all of the original knobs are present, and the photos can't do enough to emphasize the unusually clean condition of this amp. The power cable is the original two-prong design, with a ground wire on its own separate alligator clip (a pioneering idea in the era, and one of the first instances of a cable which could be grounded on a guitar amp).The brown mottled leatherette covering on the cabinet is particularly well cared for and shows barely any wear aside from a few superficial scuffs and a light nick or two on the bottom corners. The material should be familiar to anyone who has a vintage Lifton Les Paul case (same stuff)! The gold metal Gibson logo is completely intact on the face of the amp, as is the original leather handle which shows only light wear.Don't miss out on this rare chance to own one of the finest Gibson GA50Ts likely to be offered up for sale in the coming years.
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 $90, fully insured. We use double thick boxes, 1" foam and industrial 1/2" bubble wrap to assure that your amp 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!
Description
| Condition: | Used: An item that has been used previously. The item may have some signs of cosmetic wear, but is fully operational and functions as intended. This item may be a floor model or store return that has been used. See the seller’s listing for full details and description of any imperfections. See all condition definitions- opens in a new window or tab ... Read moreabout the condition | Brand: | Gibson |
| Type: | Electric Guitar Amplifier | MPN: | Does Not Apply |
| Number of Channels: | 1 | Amplifier Type: | Combo |
| Model: | GA50T | Amplifier Technology: | Vacuum Tube |
| Country//Region of Manufacture: | United States | UPC: | Does not apply |
Up for sale, a 1948 Gibson GA50T tube amplifier in absolutely stunning, collector-grade condition and in perfect working order. One of the larger, more impressive amps produced by Gibson in the immediate post-WWII era, the GA50T was designed to cater to Jazz players and excels at extremely lush and detailed clean tones. With the original Jensen P12P alnico 12" driver and corresponding 8" Jensen tweeter, this amp covers a wide tonal spectrum and was also one of the first to employ individual Treble and Bass EQ controls. While the tone of this amp is very hi-fi and dynamic, the cosmetic condition of the amp is simply jaw-dropping. From the minty brown leatherette covering to the glistening powder coated brown chassis, this is easily one of the cleanest surviving GA50T amps in existence.The circuit is very nearly original, aside from a partial recap of the power supply, an added 1/4" jack for the tremolo, and one newer pot. The stock transformers are present, and the circuit retains all of the original paper-in-oil tone capacitors in the preamp. The rare mil-spec red RCA octal preamp tubes are rare and eye-catching in their own right, and the Tung Sol USA made 6L6 power tube pair sound great. The original Jensen speakers are both present with immaculate grayish green speaker baskets and minty foil labels on the magnet bells, with date codes on the edges of the frames from late '48. The silkscreen text on the chassis is mint, all of the original knobs are present, and the photos can't do enough to emphasize the unusually clean condition of this amp. The power cable is the original two-prong design, with a ground wire on its own separate alligator clip (a pioneering idea in the era, and one of the first instances of a cable which could be grounded on a guitar amp).The brown mottled leatherette covering on the cabinet is particularly well cared for and shows barely any wear aside from a few superficial scuffs and a light nick or two on the bottom corners. The material should be familiar to anyone who has a vintage Lifton Les Paul case (same stuff)! The gold metal Gibson logo is completely intact on the face of the amp, as is the original leather handle which shows only light wear.
Don't miss out on this rare chance to own one of the finest Gibson GA50Ts likely to be offered up for sale in the coming years.
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 $90, fully insured. We use double thick boxes, 1" foam and industrial 1/2" bubble wrap to assure that your amp 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!
Shipping in the continental USA will be by FedEx Ground and will be $90, fully insured. We use double thick boxes, 1" foam and industrial 1/2" bubble wrap to assure that your amp 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!