Fender Amp Serial Numbers

[Tim2291]

Bit of a random one... does anyone know how to date a Fender amp? 

 

Amp in question is a Pro Junior 3 which I believe was manufactured between 2010 and 2016, but the serial number starts with a B, which from research suggests 1991 or 2017 which I don't think can be right?

 

It's up for sale for a really low price as the tubes need replacing and i'm debating whether its worth buying to sell on to fund more actual bass gear

[Dan Dare]

I assume you've tried the serial lookup facility on the Fender website. The original pro Junior was introduced around 1994, so it's not going to be from 1991. The 3 was introduced around 2010. Although it's stated that it was produced until 2016, it's perfectly possible that end of production may have crept into 2017 (if Fender had parts and there was still demand, why wouldn't they?).

 

Have you been able to confirm that it only needs re-valving? As that's such a simple job, I'd imagine the seller would do that, rather than let it go for nowt. Caveat emptor and all that.

 

 

[Tim2291]

52 minutes ago, Dan Dare said:

I assume you've tried the serial lookup facility on the Fender website. The original pro Junior was introduced around 1994, so it's not going to be from 1991. The 3 was introduced around 2010. Although it's stated that it was produced until 2016, it's perfectly possible that end of production may have crept into 2017 (if Fender had parts and there was still demand, why wouldn't they?).

 

Have you been able to confirm that it only needs re-valving? As that's such a simple job, I'd imagine the seller would do that, rather than let it go for nowt. Caveat emptor and all that.

 

 

I have not confirmed it no, amp looks in great condition from the images i've seen, I suspect it is a house clearance (by family members). As you say, valves are easy to replace but if there is a further issue, there wouldn't be anything left to make by repairing and selling it! I think I will leave it