ian Posted August 6, 2008 Share Posted August 6, 2008 this is a original bass amp from the 60s in good condition but needs a transformer .does anyone know what it is worth please . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dangerboy Posted August 6, 2008 Share Posted August 6, 2008 I think these come up on eBay fairly regularly. A quick 'completed items' search should tell you. I think there are a few different models, too. If it's any help I saw one in a second-hand shop in Cambridge last week for £250. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
umph Posted August 6, 2008 Share Posted August 6, 2008 around 200 - 250 now i think with the whole vintage revival going on Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Balcro Posted August 6, 2008 Share Posted August 6, 2008 [quote name='ian' post='256547' date='Aug 6 2008, 05:55 PM']this is a original bass amp from the 60s in good condition but needs a transformer .does anyone know what it is worth please .[/quote] Jusging by a quick check on Ebay, it could be silly money. There's a tatty one there for a "buy now or best offer" of £1895!! Ridiculous. I think collectors like the original crocodile skin covering. Probably more valuable as a collectors item then a serious piece of giggging kit. Usually only a 50 watts, so best for guitarists not bass. Second question is where do you get a replacement transformer. The valves are ECC83's and EL34's. Balcro. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
escholl Posted August 6, 2008 Share Posted August 6, 2008 [quote name='Balcro' post='256725' date='Aug 6 2008, 09:08 PM']Second question is where do you get a replacement transformer. The valves are ECC83's and EL34's. Balcro.[/quote] a second transformer might be tough to get. your best bet is probably to take it to a trusted amp tech who knows vintage gear (i'm sure someone on here can recommend one) and see what they say. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Happy Jack Posted August 7, 2008 Share Posted August 7, 2008 1. It's a [b][i]Treble'n'Bass 50.[/b][/i] You're more likely to find the right answers on the web with the right description. 2. Those heads were built like tanks, and were very simple in operation. Any vintage valve amp is going to give you a few headaches along the way, but I was perfectly happy to gig with my old Selmers. Bloody heavy, mind. 3. Unless you're playing the O2 or Wembley, that amp will be more than loud enough. Don't worry about the '50' label, use your ears. 4. Spares: Music Ground, Leeds Ampaholics, Guildford Amps-n-Bits, Brighton 5. Value. From your description, you seem to have one of these: [url="http://www.vintagehofner.co.uk/gallery/gallery3/gallery4/cat34.html"]http://www.vintagehofner.co.uk/gallery/gal...ery4/cat34.html[/url] When the market was peaking a year ago, one of those in good nick would have fetched an easy £300, and could have reached £600 on the right day. In today's market, and needing repair, you're probably looking at £200. If your amp matches the photo-link (above) and you're looking for a quick sale, I could be persuaded to make an offer ... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ian Posted August 7, 2008 Author Share Posted August 7, 2008 hi there that is the amp indeed thanks for the advice any offers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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