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mlefree
172 posts
Sep 01, 2014
9:35 AM
It's time for me to reluctantly part with my treasured 1970s era SilverFace Princeton amplifier. Yes, this is the one that Big Walter Horton was often photographed with. It was his favorite amp and that is why I invested in it.



This classic amp is built like a little tank so it weighs 35 lb. My poor old back just can't deal with it any more and an RP with Richard's patches is looking more and more appealing daily. That is the ~only~ reason I would part with this killer little harmonica amplifier.

A few particulars:
I purchased the amp in 2002 and had it "blueprinted" (brought to original factory specifications, replacing any damaged or worn parts) by "Lord Valve" a famous Denver amp tech at the time. He installed new caps and other technical innards that I can't name as needed. He also installed new hand-picked NOS vacuum tubes and replaced the original 10" Oxford speaker with a new Jensen P10Q. I retained the old speaker, which is in fine working condition in case I (or someone else) should ever decide to return the amp to its original condition (I didn't want to damage or put wear on the original speaker).

The amp absolutely SCREAMS now! I sometimes think it will actually levitate off the floor when I really drive it. I've had jam leaders stop mid-song to find out what amp was making ~that~ sound. [Important note: this is ~not~ a Princeton Reverb amp, but neither was Shakey's.]

I'm offering the amplifier at $750 plus shipping and insurance. My HarpBuddy Rick Davis (Memphis Amplifiers) has kindly offered to professionally pack and ship it from his location in Denver.

(10/20/14)FURTHER PRICE REDUCTION!!!: now only $650, shipping included!

Many thanks for your time!

Michelle

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Last Edited by mlefree on Oct 20, 2014 9:03 AM
Blowyourbrassoff
148 posts
Sep 01, 2014
2:19 PM
Still have some pouches and combs left on hand. Also still offering the stickers.

Pouches

Stickers


Chris
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528hemi
447 posts
Sep 03, 2014
11:57 AM
Selling my Mission Delta Sonic 15 Pro. Below is from the Mission website. As you can see the Pro is only available in Fixed Bias. My amp has an added switch so you can run Fixed or Cathode biased. Also comes with a Tuki Cover. Absolutely Mint just like new out of the box.
Save some dollars and no waiting.
This is one of the best amps I have owned but not playing out and too loud for the house.


Tweed DS15FB-Pro, 20 watts!
Larger, more powerful transformers, adjustable Fixed Bias, 3 position Sonic Booster Switch and the Lil' Buddy 10" speaker!!
The Delta Sonic 15FB-Pro DS15FB-Pro is only available in fixed bias.

Email me for pictures and price. jbinder at hvc.rr.com

528hemi

Last Edited by 528hemi on Sep 03, 2014 11:58 AM
Goldbrick
666 posts
Sep 03, 2014
2:10 PM
Gibson B15 sold

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jim
1498 posts
Sep 10, 2014
1:59 PM
For sale: Audix Fireball - without the volume control.
Arguably, the better-sounding version of the Fireball

110£ (or 140EUR, or 180$ - whatever you prefer)

Most interesting for the GB/EU players, of course, cos I'm in the EU, and thus, fast shipping and no import taxes.

jim@seydel1847.com

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Blowyourbrassoff
152 posts
Sep 11, 2014
9:04 PM
T-shirts coming soon I hope

I'm still offering the vinyl stickers @ $5 each w/ free shipping in the USA, but I'm also planning to offer t-shirts as well. They make a heat transfer material that can be cut in the vinyl cutter just like the stickers, so I think I'm going to get some and try it out. If it works I'll be able to offer the sticker designs as t-shirts as well as make up custom shirts.



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GMaj7
524 posts
Sep 12, 2014
3:48 AM
*********SOLD*******************

I have an 1847 Silver (SOLO TUNED C)
Not sure what the point is on SOLO tuning of diatonic harps but a lot of folks like them.

Email me if interested...
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1623customharmonicas.com

Last Edited by GMaj7 on Sep 12, 2014 4:46 AM
Dickie
5 posts
Sep 12, 2014
6:29 PM
Selling off some gear, taking a break for a while. First up is my Shure Grey bullet. It features an early 60's shell and late 60's or early 70's Shure element. Perfect working condition with adaptor. Great mic. $195 shipped.

Second is my modded Epiphone Valve Jr amp. This has been professionally modded for blues harp by the good folks at the Lone Wolf Blues Company, they really know how to make these amps cook for harp. Modifications include: board mod to make amp more harp friendly and reduce feedback, Weber 4ohm speaker, matched set of tubes, tone knob added by Lone Wolf. Great little amp, $250 or best offer, amp has seen almost no use, just played in my smoke free home. More info here: http://www.lonewolfblues.com/projepimod.html

Last is my Lone Wolf Harp delay, great pedal, really gets that slap back tone, includes a/c adaptor. Works and looks new, $125 shipped.
Here are the pics:
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Last Edited by Dickie on Sep 12, 2014 6:32 PM
GMaj7
527 posts
Sep 13, 2014
10:18 AM
CX-12 parts.. combs and reed plates...
No shells..
Email for info
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Greg Jones
16:23 Custom Harmonicas
greg@1623customharmonicas.com
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Blowyourbrassoff
153 posts
Sep 14, 2014
8:43 AM
I have this 2X black shirt, on hand ready to ship, $15 $3 shipping in US. Since I can use the same machine to make these that I use to make the stickers I can make these using all the existing sticker designs as well as any custom designs. Stickers and Shirts



Chris
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Last Edited by Blowyourbrassoff on Sep 15, 2014 3:51 PM
LSC
681 posts
Sep 18, 2014
4:59 PM
Vintage Shure 520 with Original Box and Packing. Even has the price tag.

CM element and screw on connector both provided and installed by Greg Heumann when we harvested the CR for my custom mic.

Sounds exactly like a true vintage CM should.

Shell shows the use I gave it over 20+ years. Paint is mostly gone but actually looks very cool for it. There is no corrosion and the grill is just about perfect. The metal label looks a little unusual to me. Much darker and the lettering seems to be applied differently compared to the normal bright green. I think it may have been black but in any event appears to be quite early, though I'm no expert.

Basically a well sorted fine vintage mic. $245 including shipping within CONUS.
















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Last Edited by LSC on Sep 19, 2014 8:25 AM
Bluedawgbluesacrat
31 posts
Sep 18, 2014
8:20 PM
I have a Meteor Mini 1-15 for sale. Amp #1 made for joe Spiers . Great amp in great shape , has a few cover dings but in overall great shape......$1100.00 plus shipping USA only from Jackson TN.

If interested Email me: jdtaylor158@gmail.com
HarpNinja
3923 posts
Sep 19, 2014
7:30 AM
STOCK HARMONICAS:

Brand NEW in the BOX Hohner ROCKET in the key and G for $50. It comes with a free month at bluesharmonica.com too.

I also have Rockets in the keys of B and F, but they are out of the box (still new, though). $45.

In addition, I have a new Seydel 1847 in Low F for sale for $65.


CUSTOM HARMONICA:

I have my last Hohner Rocket in C. This is a blues set up with the 6 overbend and 7 overdraw. It can be tuned to your choice of temperament and ship within 7 days of purchase (due to tuning) or your money back.

$165

I won't be working on any more ready-to-go Rockets, as the three listed here are the last three I have on hand.

I also have a Zoom HN4 in fantastic shape with all the original packaging...used twice...$115.

Everything is in great shape, and I am selling off anything I come across for the simple fact baby number 4 is on the way, our house is getting too small, and I am too busy with the real world to use any of this stuff.

Thanks!
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GMaj7
530 posts
Sep 21, 2014
11:30 AM
Seydel Session Steel (C) PowerBender Tuning
Email me for price.
Goes out tomorrow
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Greg Jones
16:23 Custom Harmonicas
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Kingley
3706 posts
Sep 28, 2014
5:59 AM
I have a Shure 585 the one with the on/off switch. It's in great condition and comes with the original box, the Shure padded paper bag and a lead. I'm looking for £70 for it. I'd also consider trading it for a couple of Manji's in good condition in the keys of either G, C, D or Eb. I'm based in the UK. Click on my username for details.
Gwood420
268 posts
Sep 28, 2014
10:44 AM
Hey guys.. been a long time since I have been here.. I stopped in to see if anyone might be interested in some of the equipment im selling.. I would be keeping these but I am trying to get my knife shop up and running.. the mic is an ultimate 57.. seriously may have used it for an hour.. same with the amp.. I never used em like I thought I would..

I can ship the mic, and harp keys are (im pretty sure) db ab Lc Lf and possibly a few more..

if you are interested you can text me @ 440..429..6534.. these items are near cleveland ohio.. I dont know how often I will check this post so text is better than commenting. .

ultimate 57 boss gt6 vht amp -
http://cleveland.craigslist.org/msg/4674608804.html

Not sure if link is working, I just reposted it..
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rbeetsme
1588 posts
Sep 28, 2014
11:37 AM
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Harp worthy vintage amp sell off: Harp amp gallery


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Last Edited by rbeetsme on Sep 28, 2014 11:39 AM
paul45
163 posts
Sep 28, 2014
5:47 PM
Shure pe5h "gussow" mic. Great condition. $75 shipped in
continental USA. pic available
SOLD

Last Edited by paul45 on Nov 16, 2014 6:01 AM
Blowyourbrassoff
154 posts
Oct 03, 2014
1:39 PM
I've got some misc items on hand if anyone's interested. I have two
brass ms combs with flush tines, a 2x t-shirt, and I still have some
leather pouches.

Chris
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Last Edited by Blowyourbrassoff on Oct 03, 2014 1:41 PM
HarpNinja
3945 posts
Oct 03, 2014
6:14 PM


Audix Fireball V - sold

Hohner Rocket in B, opened but new - $45

Hohner Rocket in F, opened but new - $45

Hohner Rocket in G, new in box - $55

Seydel Session Steel in Low F, used - sold

Seydel 1847 in Low F, opened but new - sold

Hohner Golden Melody in F with custom comb and flat sanded - $50

Seydel 1847 in G with steel reeds but BRASS reedplates, opened but new - sold

I can ship USPS Priority on Monday, or next day until the 11th then I am out of town. PayPal is preferred and I will pay shipping. No trades.
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Last Edited by HarpNinja on Oct 05, 2014 5:42 PM
Rhartt1234
145 posts
Oct 04, 2014
8:42 AM



You need em, but can't find em? I got em!
If you can find em in a hardware store, more power to ya. I couldn't and it wasn't for lack of lookin.
Shure Grill Screws. Two for $5 shipped. "Ridiculous! Outrageous!", you say. I agree, but it's way cheaper than what I paid for the dozen, of which I only needed two. I'm giving the screws away, I'm just charging for my time, which like Gatemouth Brown says, is expensive.

Last Edited by Rhartt1234 on Oct 04, 2014 8:44 AM
harpletunnel
71 posts
Oct 10, 2014
10:53 AM
SOLD, Thank You. Kinder antifeedback for sale in great used condition. I will send pics to interested parties. $250. includes shipping to contiguous USA. emal me at iridemotorcycles@sbcglobal.net
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Last Edited by harpletunnel on Oct 14, 2014 3:18 PM
HarpNinja
3955 posts
Oct 14, 2014
6:25 AM
Hohner Rocket (G) New in box - $50
Hohner Rocket (F) New but no box - $40
Hohner Rocket (B) New but no box - $40
Hohner Golden Melody (F) with after market comb - $50


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CarlA
616 posts
Oct 15, 2014
1:43 PM
-Harpgear 1210 amp

-Harpgear HG 2 amp

Email for details if interested @

Cansara1@yahoo.com
Swezey8
167 posts
Oct 25, 2014
9:24 AM
Prices lowered- all prices obo.

Following were customized by Kevin Baker (aka chromaticblues) and were serviced for $50 per harp. Included embossing, gapping, and custom tuning.
1. Hohner Golden Melody in A. Hetrick bamboo comb. $75
2. Hohner Special 20 in G. Hetrick bamboo comb. $75
3. Hohner Special 20 in D. Hetrick bamboo comb. $75
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4. Hohner Super Chromonica in C. Fully serviced with new windsavers, gapped, and repaired comb. $60
5. Hohner Marine Band Deluxe in A. Hetrick dymondwood comb. No case. $50
6. Hohner Marine Band Deluxe in Ab. Composite comb from Andrew Zajac. No case. $50
7. Suzuki Harpmaster in F. No case. $15
8. Hohner Marine Band in C. New model. No case. $20
9. Hohner Marine Band in F Country tuning. Older harp. $10

Email for pictures. All harps ship free to continental US. Contact at swezey_mt@yahoo.com
Thanks!
walterharp
1545 posts
Oct 25, 2014
10:58 AM
$250 plus shipping low watt amp, probably 10-15W or so

Montgomery Ward amp 25JDR8424 Standard. a 6x5gt, 2 6v6gt, and 2 6sjt tubes. The speaker is a 10" speaker, a jensen replacement, and the date code on the original speaker indicates a 1958 manufacture, though the amp shows up in early 50's catalogs. I am told this is a DanElectro

the amp has been re-capped and works well, but there is corrosion on the board. The tone knobs function more as a gain, I think the wiring there is not stock anymore. good distorted chicago sound on this little amp.

Montgomery ward amp

you can hear it here.. with a bullet and a touch of delay, very end of song has just harp trough the amp no other band

http://www.reverbnation.com/redstatebluesband/song/8775615-count-to-10

contact dodds.walter at gmail.com if you want more info

Last Edited by walterharp on Oct 25, 2014 11:02 AM
chromaticblues
1612 posts
Oct 28, 2014
7:13 AM
I have N.O.S. 1960's Marine Bands for sale.
$25 each plus shipping.
If you buy four or more I'll pay the shipping myself.
These are just like brand new including the boxes.
I bought these in unopened paper wrapped 6 harp packages.
So for all you Ebayers that love to buy old harps off Ebay. I guarantee these are NEW! from 196?
Click on my user name for info

Last Edited by chromaticblues on Dec 09, 2014 9:29 AM
Joe_L
2527 posts
Oct 30, 2014
3:14 PM
For Auction: Lone Wolf Blues Company Harp Delay Pedal

For Auction: Lone Wolf Blues Company Harp Tone+ Pedal

Sold!
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Last Edited by Joe_L on Nov 03, 2014 12:52 PM
Joe_L
2529 posts
Oct 30, 2014
4:32 PM
For Auction: Shure 520DX Green Bullet Harp Microphone - SOLD

Here is a video of me playing the microphone being auctioned. It's a great sounding mic, I just don't use it a whole lot anymore.



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Last Edited by Joe_L on Nov 12, 2014 10:12 AM
chromaticblues
1616 posts
Nov 03, 2014
9:42 AM
An update to my stock of NOS Marine Bands.
I'm all out of A harps.
Ab Bb Db D E Eb and F are left.
GMaj7
545 posts
Nov 08, 2014
10:06 AM
I have a bunch of tremolo harps. All types but mostly Hohner.
Contact me for deals..
If not, throw them on the Bay.. for auction
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16:23 Custom Harmonicas
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RSleigh
5 posts
Nov 09, 2014
11:13 AM
For Sale: Mouse battery amp. In great shape, I've played through several of these amps over the years and I bought this one cause it sounded particularly good to me. Works fine, battery and transformer included and in great shape. Some wear on the amp at edges.

email me for pictures, info

Richard Sleigh

rrsleigh@gmail.com
Joe_L
2538 posts
Nov 11, 2014
3:41 PM
Up for sale or auction on ebay... All of them are completely functional... Just thinning the heard a bit...

Astatic JT30RH Microphone - Buy It Now - $75. - SOLD

Lone Wolf Harp Octave Pedal - Buy It Now - $140.

BlowsMeAway Ultimate 544/545 Harp Mic with Bulletizer - Buy It Now - $180

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Last Edited by Joe_L on Nov 12, 2014 10:08 AM
REM
279 posts
Nov 13, 2014
4:41 PM
I have an 1847 harp that was worked on by Joe Spiers that I purchased from him quite awhile back. The harp plays amazingly, and it overblows incredibly well, and the overblows bend very nicely.
It's in the key of A and has a Chris Reynolds comb on it. It's had very little use from me just because I have never fully adjusted to the feel of steel reeds, and since I have a couple of other custom A harps, I very rarely even touched it (which is why I've finally decided to sell it).
It currently has full length covers on it, but if you would prefer the original 1847 covers, I can put those on instead.

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I'm looking for $160 (plus $5 shipping). You can email me at threeflattires@yahoo.com

EDIT: SOLD

Last Edited by REM on Dec 09, 2014 7:39 PM
Rhartt1234
156 posts
Nov 15, 2014
1:15 PM
Gently used CX-12s
D
Bb
F
$90 shipped to Con US each.

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paul45
169 posts
Nov 16, 2014
6:10 AM
Weber 10a125o like new 4ohm $65
Tone Tubby 10" 4ohm 20 watt alnico low hours $70
Eminence 820H 4ohm 20 watt low hours $55
Eminence alpha 10-a 8ohm $40
All prices shipped in the USA
I also still have the Tweed 10+8 cab for $165 shipped.
I can install the weber or tone tubby with the 820H for a killer 8ohm cab for $290 shipped
florida-trader
556 posts
Nov 22, 2014
10:56 AM
Most of the Fancy Acrylic Special 20 combs sold out very quickly however, I now have more. So for those of you who visited my website and saw that there were 0 available in some of the colors I have changed them to reflect accurate inventory numbers. Of course, they also fit The Rocket.
http://www.bluemoonharmonicas.com/combs_models/2
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Also, I now have CNC Milled Recessed Seydel Session Steel Combs.
http://www.bluemoonharmonicas.com/combs_models/15
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Both the Special 20 and the Session Steel Combs are the same price.
$49.95 each for Corian, Aluminum and Fancy Acrylic. $64.95 for Brass.


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arzajac
1515 posts
Nov 24, 2014
6:20 AM
U.S. customers now have another great way to get my products!

Rockin Ron is offering my tuning tools on his new website.

Shipping is fast and free!

The french Tuner:




French Tuner and Fice Cent Tuning tool:





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Last Edited by arzajac on Nov 24, 2014 6:25 AM
GMaj7
556 posts
Nov 28, 2014
6:06 AM
Basic chromatic maintenance kit.
- Pozidriv #0 screwdriver
- Long tweezers
- Smooth end probe for front entry reed adjustment
- Ship stock for gapping
- Nail polish for wind savers
- Duct Tape Pouch

$25 + $5
greg@1623customharmonicas.com



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16:23 Custom Harmonicas
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rbeetsme
1599 posts
Nov 30, 2014
2:43 PM
It's time to clean off the shelves, I have some items I know I'll never use. Lot's of speakers: 3 or 4 8" Fender ceramic speakers (Jensen C8R?) 2 JBL 8" ceramics, 10" ceramic speaker, 2 NEW Jensen C10Q 16 Ohm 10". Also have some new no name 8" and 12" ceramic speakers. Also Bogen PA head. Nice shape, 20W or more. Unmolested, not modified. I'm open to any offers, trades.

Last Edited by rbeetsme on Dec 01, 2014 2:02 PM
arzajac
1523 posts
Dec 01, 2014
7:32 AM
I have a new For Sale page on my website.

Items will be added to this page on the first day of the month so that customers looking for a good deal will have a predictable source of bargains.

Anything posted on the Sale page is meant to be sold quickly, so expect significant rebates.

You will find:

- Clearance items that function perfectly despite very minor cosmetic defects.
- Surplus tools.
- Surplus combs.
- Various harmonicas.

Visit http://harp.andrewzajac.ca/Sale

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GMaj7
561 posts
Dec 03, 2014
6:59 AM
Hey Seydel players..
Broken Seydel diatonic??

Send it to me with your next Seydel purchase from me and I
will fix it for no charge.


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16:23 Custom Harmonicas
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chromaticblues
1634 posts
Dec 03, 2014
9:20 AM
Hoooo Harps
Specializing in Special 20's and Hohner Chromatic harmonicas.
bigd
555 posts
Dec 03, 2014
12:16 PM
Hohner Crossover in C in retail box (never opened) with Sam Ash price of 75.99 attached. 50 bucks with US shipping. Paypal payment please
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bigd
556 posts
Dec 03, 2014
12:17 PM
That's 50 with US shipping (included) only
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sustaireblues
44 posts
Dec 05, 2014
5:18 AM
I'll take your crossover C harp. Send me your paypal address.
Thanks.
GMaj7
562 posts
Dec 05, 2014
7:48 AM
Seydel Session Steel (Bb)
This is an overblow/overdraw harp for the serious OB/OD player.
Set to 441 ET it is a re-tuned (C) harp that I dropped down to (Bb)
Extremely responsive. OB/OD w/ease on 4-6 with no choking. ODs comb easy.

It is on a Blue Moon Harmonicas custom comb
$215 +Shipping

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16:23 Custom Harmonicas
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bigd
558 posts
Dec 05, 2014
3:09 PM
Crossover sold. d
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jukelemon
53 posts
Dec 06, 2014
7:16 AM
Hi all.

I have a 1958 Gibson GA40 for sale.

Minus a few caps and resistors in the Trem circuit, all original guts/trannies.

Original cab BUT it has been recovered. Excellent job in my opinion and considering you cannot find Gibson Tweed any more or the faux alligator,as good as it gets.

There is a Weber 12A125-30 in there now BUT I also have a late 50's P12Q. Your choice on speaker.

It is an exceptional sounding amp.

You can see pics here:

https://www.facebook.com/groups/234008453370077/603035729800679/?notif_t=group_comment

Under Jason Lockwood.

You can also reach me here:

jason@thesquealkiller.com

Thanks all.
arzajac
1526 posts
Dec 07, 2014
8:53 AM
Edit: Sold.

Special 20 replacement reed plates (and screws), Key of A. These plates are band new and have been upgraded.

$42 USD shipped to anywhere in the world. This is a one-off deal.

Full-slot embossing on every reed for much higher tolerances than from the factory. Your harp will have remarkably louder tone and better response.

Both top and bottom plates are flattened for better air seal.

Easy installation - The bottom plate hole threads are improved so you won't fight with getting the screws in.

Tuned to 7-Limit Just Intonation, just like pre-war Hohner Marine Bands.

It's a very economical way to get a high-performance harp.

Please contact me to order.

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