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Tech Talk - Fender "Deluxe-Amp" 5E3 (1956)

Another choice small amp (18w) for your review. A Fender Deluxe. Get Facebook support for your favorite band or venue - click HERE “Like” Bman’s Facebook page (available in over 50 languages). I will not relay senseless nonsense. In this way I can get out the word on...

Tech Talk - Fender "Vibrolux-Amp" 5F11 (1959)

Everyone knows about the Vibrolux but how many of us have had the chance to play one. Another beautiful review.1956-1961Model: VibroluxModel No: 5F11Config: ComboControl Panel: Chrome top facing w/ white screened labels, controls numbered 1-12Conrol Layout: Fuse (¾A),...

Tech Talk - Fender "Champ-Amp" 5F1

This is another in a series of really cool older amps for guitar or harmonica. This is the tweed Fender Chanp. First introduced in 1948, it sported the name "Champion 800" (with 8" speaker), changing a year later to "Champion 600" (6" speaker) with circuit designation...

How'd He Get That Sound

Stevie Ray Vaughn has always been known as one of the best tone masters of all time. Oh yeah, we all know he was terrific guitar player and soulful singer. His chops were terrific... but how did he get that tone. Well, he started out with being a great player and...