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So now, Some late 60's, early 70's Ampeg 2 x 15 cabs. First is my V6 cab. Ampeg built these cabs to go with their new, at the time , V6 transistor amp. Fortunately, they'd learnt from their mistake with the previous V4 bass cab ( it was a monster ) and they seemed to have looked at the Sunn 2 x 15, better designed cab for inspiration. However, despite building a lighter, neater bass cab, they then went and covered it in RAT FUR ! Needless to say, was not pretty after all this time, so I removed it, and had the cab sprayed with black 2 pack truck liner. Looks really smart now, and the cats leave it alone. I gigged it with 2 baselites , but I'll put the two cast H&H speakers back in it that I bought it with, still not too heavy. 8 ohm. Not best used in pub gigs, but if you ever have outdoor gigs, this is the (inexpensive ) way to go.( now has a new owner ) Next, I have my two 2 x 15, B25 cabs , built to match the B15's bigger brother, the B25. These are quite wide, but shallow, cabs, as was the fashion then, prob late 60's. I think both still have the original CTS speakers, but I'll need to check. OK, first one I checked has a pair of the HH cast speakers, same as the V6 cab above, but 16 ohm. Other cab has original speakers, is 8 ohm. both are black, still original, tolex, in fair condition for their age. One has speakers fitted from front, other one requires removal of rear panel. Original grills are quite presentable. Gonna try them with my B15 , see how they sound. Will get pics tomoz, took me all day to dig them out ! Asking £199 each for a piece of Ampeg History. V6 cab pics.

Thanks, Yes, Spyder 550 !

Nice, unrestored, original Framus Star bass, twin pickup model. Has had neck reset by Luthier, so good to go. Overall condition is very nice, especially considering its age. Pickups, electrics fine. Will get it out tonight, post some pics. £450 located in west sussex. Not willing to post, but the Basschat interdelivery system may be able to help, depending on where you are .

Have now found more white trim, to help finish off the front.

Something else I've had for donkeys years, an Amplified Musical Products BH 420, designed and built by the ex designers of the Acoustic Control Corp. This same design was later to morph into the Thunderfunk amps, when Dave Funk bought the stock when A.M.P. folded. I bought this one from the original owner, but just after he bought it ( Acoustic dealer in Fleet ) and having had a case made for it, he became ill, and this was put in the loft, never used. I've kept it in that case, ever since. Did play it for a year, in a blues band, together with an Acoustic Control 2 x 15. Did me proud. So, early 80's amp, clean as a whistle inside, only slight signs of use on the case, very comprehensive Eq, even for today, let alone then. Been using this again recently, such a joy to use, mainly I use flat eq, just tweek the tone balance a touch, to taste. Be aware, they do run hot, (on 4 ohms, not so on 8 ) Dave Funk added a fan, however, a laptop cooler would be an easy way to keep things cool. Didn't have those in the 80's ! , Just noticed, Pics show 120v input, but this was bought in the UK, and is UK voltage £350 Can be seen, trialled etc in Worthing.

Another of my ,somewhat quirky, musical items I've decided to part with. A fully working, all original, 60's Tuck n Roll PA amp and speakers . Not too many left over here, in this condition. I mainly used them for backdrop, and display, but they do sound good, and still have the original, silver domed, Alnico speakers. Amp is 120v, so I used a Maplin type transformer, but if you're a keen Creedance Clearwater Revival fan, and wish to convert the amp to 230v, it's very easy . That's been done to my similar Kustom bass amp of the same vintage. £1500 Also have other Kustom Tuck n Roll amps and combo's, just need to dig them out

This was the amp I was going to keep forever, but...... The forerunner of the Trace Elliot V-type valve range, the head and cab have always been dry stored in purpose built flight cases, so they are in great condition . The green pimple vinyl covering used by Trace in those days stiil looks fine, despite being 25 odd years old. 4 x KT88's driven by the infamous V-type preamp into a purpose designed, sealed 4 x 12, celestion loaded cab. Sonic heaven . £950 Flight cases included. Can be trialled in Worthing , West Sussex or, Might be able to bring to the Bass Bashes in October and November 2023.

Ignore the £2300 price, not ale to edit that ! Now pulling out my Ashdown amps for sale, some , bit out of the ordinary ! Couple of very early Ashdown Klystron Magnifier heads, late 90's, (pre ABM'S, but same preamp ), one 200w, £150, one 400w £200. Another 500w amp head, has same twin valve preamp as the drophead combo (no graphic), Spyder 550, . Again ,great sounding amp £250. Ashdown 6x10 bass cab, this is a professionally cut down King Combo, Rat fur removed, and sprayed with black truck liner, with the 10" celestions Ashdown used before they went over to the blue cone ones.-- £199 Great sounding cab, much easier to handle than an 8 x 10 BTW the first King combo had no grill ,so nor has this one . more pics, when I can. Collection, and viewing near Worthing, west Sussex.

Mk5's, Mk6's and a 2 x 10 combo that looks like it might be an SMX 12 band eq. with dual compressor . I'll check. Also have second hand spares for the earlier Trace amps, power modules,( inc bipolar bear), Transformers, preamps, speakers( inc some of the very heavy duty cast 15" speakers used in their premium cabs ) etc

I ran one of these as my main cab, for couple of years, not that long ago. I loaded it with neo's, and it was a dream to move around, and sounded great. They are bit smaller, certainly less deep, and lighter than a lot of the 2 x 15's around at the time. Still have mine , and won't be parting with it . Great Name on the front , what's not to like !

SOME Poss on hold bump

Pics sent, enjoy !

Hmmm, If only it was Candy Apple Red ! Just Kidding 😉 PM on way

Aria SB900 Now Gone, only the '79 ibby Musician left for me to play, now.

Hi Steve, Pity you sold that Tokai, ! Looked really nice Just A few things left now, Bump

AND, I've left off my Mk 1 Trace V4 with matching cab, all Flightcased, and haven't even mentioned the Trace Elliot V8 yet !

Goodwood Festival of Speed Cancelled today Bump !

My SB1000 is a batwing too, Bump

Goodwood Festival of Speed Bump !

Goodwood festival of speed Bump !

So, My Race for Space continues ! 80's HELBOURG Rotosound Bass amp, built for bi-amping, 1 x 250 w bass output ( requires cab) PLUS 2 x 50w stereo mid/top outputs into built in 12" speakers. Odd one, this. Only other one I've ever seen was the one Paul at WAL uses to test his basses. Superb build , Stupid expensive in it's day. £99 Trace Elliot powered cab ,prob 90's. Amp built into bottom of cab, space at top for preamp. May have been built to use with the MP11 preamp, but that's long gone. Pic of similar cab in John Entwistles bass book. £99 Acoustic Control 70's 404 1 x 15 cab, with good original speaker, clean presentable condition £99 Might be able to find an Acoustic Control 104 100w amp to power it, again £99 Another Acoustic control 15" bass cab, late 70's maybe early 80's model BB2 Porting looks more sophisticated in this one £99. Hotone Legacy Thunder Bass amp. Replaced with a Gnome, ideal practice amp with headphones £50 Please request pics, if interested. Collection, and COD, Please, from Worthing, in West Sussex.

Ashdown RPM1 Pre amp on hold !