Used Fender CHAMP-AMP 1956 Vintage Tube Guitar Combo

Shipping: $90

Description

Raw tweed tone straight out of the mid ‘50s, this 1956 Fender Champ-Amp is the real deal. This narrow panel 5F1-era combo embodies the simplicity that made early Fender circuits legendary, with a single volume control and that unmistakable lacquered tweed look. The speaker has been replaced, the power cable has been upgraded to a modern 3-prong for improved safety, and the 5Y3 and 6V6 tubes are new JJ replacements. Everything else remains original to the amp.

Mid ‘50s Champs are some of the most recorded small amps in history for a reason. The 5-watt 5F1 circuit delivers touch-sensitive cleans that transition into thick, harmonically rich overdrive when pushed. Studio players have relied on these for decades because they sit perfectly in a mix, offering warm compression, focused mids, and natural breakup without overpowering a room. It’s an amp that responds directly to your picking dynamics and volume knob, making it incredibly expressive despite its simple layout.

This amp has been thoroughly tested in-store to ensure it’s performing properly and safely with its updated power cable and fresh tubes. We buy, sell, and trade used gear every day, and vintage pieces like this are a huge part of what makes our shop special. Be sure to carefully review all photos in the listing for condition details, as minor cosmetic wear and age-related imperfections may not be fully described in the text.

• UPC:
• Age: Vintage
• Device Type: Combos
• Shipping: 90
• Pick Up in Store: Yes
• Standard Shipping: Yes
• Local Delivery: No
• Country: US
• Condition: Used
• Model: CHAMP-AMP 1956
• Product Brand: Fender
• Product Line: Intermediate
• Discounted Price: No