{"title":"Magnatone Amplifiers — Vintage \u0026 Used","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eMagnatone built some of the most harmonically sophisticated amplifiers ever made in America — and for decades, they were hiding in plain sight. The true pitch-shifting vibrato circuit that defines the great Magnatone models of the 1950s and early 1960s is genuinely unlike anything Fender, Gibson, or Valco ever produced: a varistor-based design that bends the actual pitch of the note rather than modulating volume, producing a warm, oceanic wobble that players have been chasing ever since Buddy Holly plugged into one. These are not common amplifiers, and the serious ones don't come up often.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eAt Mahar's, we source Magnatone amplifiers with the same care we apply to the rest of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.maharsvintageguitars.com\/collections\/amps\" title=\"Vintage \u0026amp; Used Guitar \u0026amp; Bass Amps at Mahar's Guitars\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eour huge vintage amp offering\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e — condition-graded honestly, any repairs or modifications disclosed, and priced to reflect what the market actually bears for original, unmolested examples. Whether you're looking for a player-grade Model 260 or a fully original Troubadour, we list what we have with full detail so you know exactly what you're buying.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal\"\u003eBrowse current Magnatone inventory below, and don't wait — these move fast and are hard to replace.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"magnatone-varsity-reverb-1x12-combo","title":"Magnatone 2020 Varsity Reverb 1x12 Combo Brown Near Mint","description":"\u003cp\u003eNo sales tax for US customers outside California.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eMagnatone built some of the most distinctive amplifiers of the 1950s and 1960s.  The original company's vibrato circuit was so musically sophisticated that Lonnie Mack and Neil Young built their signature tones around it, and the company's distinctive cabinet aesthetic, all rounded corners and midcentury television set proportions, made their amps visually unmistakable on any stage. The company went quiet in the 1970s, and when it was revived in 2013 it happened with the direct involvement of Billy Gibbons and Larry Cragg (Neil Young's long-time guitar tech), which tells you something about the seriousness of the intent. The Varsity Reverb debuted at NAMM 2017 and has become the amp that players like Jeff Beck reach for when they want the Magnatone character in a practical, giggable format.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe circuit is 15 watts of push-pull Class A power from a pair of EL84 tubes — a power section that is bright, lively, and full of harmonic complexity. The dual 12AX7 preamp tubes provide the American tonal foundation. The GZ34 tube rectifier adds the characteristic sag and elasticity that solid-state rectified amplifiers cannot replicate. The tube-driven 4 counterwound spring long-pan reverb — driven by the 12DW7 — is genuine spring reverb in the classic American tradition, warm and lush without the metallic brittleness that cheaper reverb implementations produce.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe negative feedback switch on the top panel is the amp's most versatile control: engaged, the Varsity has a rounded top end, mild compression, and stays tight; disengaged, it adds 8dB of gain in the power section, opens up the top end, and moves the amp toward AC30 chime territory while retaining the warm bottom. High and low sensitivity inputs complete the control set.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe custom Magnatone 12\" ceramic magnet speaker is matched to the solid pine cabinet — the cabinet construction and speaker pairing are a deliberate part of the amp's voice. The pine cabinet contributes to the resonant character in a way that plywood does not. This example is mint condition, fully unplayed, and includes the original slip cover. All original throughout — transformers, speaker, tubes, filter caps, pots, tolex, grille, knobs, and handle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eThe amp is as clean as can be.  We tested all the tubes to make sure they'll last you a good long time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003ca title=\"Sell your vintage guitar to Mahar's Vintage Guitars\" href=\"https:\/\/www.maharsvintageguitars.com\/pages\/sell-vintage-guitars\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWe buy, sell, and take trades.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2034\" data-end=\"2106\"\u003eBe sure to check out the other cool guitar related stuff on our site\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2106\" data-end=\"2109\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.maharsvintageguitars.com\/collections\/vintage-fender-guitars\" title=\"Vintage and used Fender electric guitars at Mahar's Vintage Guitars\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFender electric guitars\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e - vintage \u0026amp; used\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2247\" data-end=\"2250\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.maharsvintageguitars.com\/collections\/gibson-guitars\" title=\"Vintage and used Gibson electric guitars at Mahar's Vintage Guitars\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGibson electric guitars\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e - vintage \u0026amp; used\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2275\" data-end=\"2278\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe largest \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.maharsvintageguitars.com\/collections\/amps\" title=\"Vintage and used guitar amplifiers at Mahar's Vintage Guitars\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003evintage \u0026amp; used guitar amplifier selection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan\u003e in Northern California\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2302\" data-end=\"2305\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.maharsvintageguitars.com\/collections\/effect-pedals\" title=\"Vintage and used effects pedals at Mahar's Vintage Guitars\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVintage \u0026amp; Used Effects Pedals\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1344\" data-end=\"1495\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSPECS:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCase\/Cover?: Original\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eColor: Brown\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDimensions: 22.5\" x 10\" x 19.5\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWeight: 36 lbs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eWatts: 15 Watts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDate: 2020\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpeaker 1 Brand: Custom Magnatone Ceramic Magnet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpeaker 1 Size: 12\" \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpeaker Code: See Pics\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpeaker 1 Cone: Original\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePower Transformer: Original\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOutput Transformer: Original\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eReverb Transformer: Original\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtension Speaker Out? Yes\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eReverb or other effects?: Tube Driven Reverb 4 Counterwound Springs Long Pan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRectifier Tube: GZ34\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRectifier Tube Brand: JJ\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePower Tubes: 2 x EL84\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePower Tube Brand: JJ\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePreamp Tubes: 2 x 12AX7, 12DW7(reverb)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePreamp Tube Brand: JJ\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFilter Caps: Original\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePedal: No\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePots\/Codes: Original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTolex\/Tweed: Original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrille: Original\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKnobs: Original\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHandle: Original\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003ePower Cord: Included\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShipping policy:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen you purchase this item you are hereby agreeing to this shipping policy. We remove tubes from amps that could be damaged in shipping.  These cases require the buyer to re-install them on delivery - it is very easy with this amp, and we label them so you know exactly where to put them.  Vintage and used amps are sold as-is because they can need service intermittently.  Everything is tested here in our shop on the way into our inventory, and again before shipping.  We will cover shipping damage, but we cannot be responsible for the failure of vintage components in 20-to-50-plus year old amps. Shipments will require signature on delivery, no exceptions.  If there is damage, the buyer must retain all packing materials intact and picture them immediately and send them to sales@maharsvintageguitars.com.  Less than 1% of our shipments are damaged in transit, and we are committed to making sure your item arrives safely, but we are taking these additional measures to make sure you are happy with your purchase. \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Magnatone","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56386008416422,"sku":"AMP-0946","price":1849.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0455\/7527\/4662\/files\/magnatone-2020-varsity-reverb-1x12-combo-brown-near-mint-1811942.jpg?v=1776507442"},{"product_id":"magnatone-1967-varsity-deluxe-model-108-vintage-tube-amp","title":"Magnatone 1967 Varsity Deluxe Model 108 Vintage Tube Amp","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNo sales tax for US customers outside California.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Magnatone Varsity Deluxe Model 108 is a 5-watt, single-ended 6V6 amp running through an 8\" Jensen speaker.  The amp produces warm, compressed, harmonically rich breakup at modest volumes. The sag from the 5Y3 rectifier tube adds touch sensitivity and bloom. This is the kind of amp that sounds best cranked in a small room or recorded close with a mic. This example is in excellent condition throughout with the only change from original being a grounded power cable and a replacement handle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMagnatone built amplifiers in Inglewood, California and is best known for its pitch-vibrato circuits, but the smaller student and practice models like the Model 108 have earned their own following among players seeking affordable, vintage tone. Dating to 1967, this amp sits at the end of Magnatone's original production run — the company was sold and effectively ceased meaningful production shortly after. A 1967 small Magnatone in this condition, with original cabinet, chassis, baffle, knobs, cone, and transformers, is increasingly hard to find intact. The output transformer is a Thordarson\/Magna Electronics T-54464, the power transformer is a Schumacher dated to the 7th week of 1967, and the Jensen speaker carries a date code of 701 — first week of 1967. All transformers and the speaker are original to the amp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe cabinet is original light brown vinyl over plywood with no reported repairs or changes, and we rate it excellent. The grille is in very good condition. The baffle is original plywood, also excellent. The chassis is original metal, excellent, with no modifications. Knobs are original. The handle has been replaced — it is not original.  The handle brackets were rivited on to these amps, so I drilled two of the out to sneak the new handle on.  I used two wood screws to return the mounts. Current tubes are TAD 6V6, TAD 5Y3, and a Genalex ECC83 - they were all tested. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"product-spec-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"product-spec\"\u003eDate: 1967\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"product-spec\"\u003eWhere Is Date Noted?: codes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"product-spec\"\u003eWeight: 14lbs 13.5oz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"product-spec\"\u003eDimensions: 16-3\/4\" w x 13-3\/8\" h x 9\" d\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"product-spec\"\u003eWatts: 5 watts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"product-spec\"\u003eCase\/Cover?: no\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"product-spec\"\u003eCovering Material: vinyl\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"product-spec\"\u003eCovering Color: light brown\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"product-spec\"\u003eCovering Original?: yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"product-spec\"\u003eCabinet Material: plywood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"product-spec\"\u003eCabinet Condition: excellent\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"product-spec\"\u003eCabinet Repairs\/Changes: none\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"product-spec\"\u003eCabinet Original?: yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"product-spec\"\u003eGrille Style: basket weave\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"product-spec\"\u003eGrille Condition: very good\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"product-spec\"\u003eGrille Original?: yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"product-spec\"\u003eBaffle Material: plywood\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"product-spec\"\u003eBaffle Condition: excellent\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"product-spec\"\u003eBaffle Original?: yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"product-spec\"\u003eBaffle Repairs\/Changes: none\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"product-spec\"\u003eChassis Material: metal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"product-spec\"\u003eChassis Condition: excellent\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"product-spec\"\u003eChassis Original?: yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"product-spec\"\u003eChassis Repairs\/Changes: none\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"product-spec\"\u003eKnobs Original?: yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"product-spec\"\u003eHandle Material: leather\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"product-spec\"\u003eHandle Original?: no\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"product-spec\"\u003eSpeaker 1 Brand: Jensen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"product-spec\"\u003eSpeaker 1 Size: 8\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"product-spec\"\u003eSpeaker 1 Manufacturer Code: 220\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"product-spec\"\u003eSpeaker 1 Date Code: 701\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"product-spec\"\u003eSpeaker 1 Cone Code: 30803\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"product-spec\"\u003eSpeaker 1 Cone Original?: yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"product-spec\"\u003eSpeaker 1 Condition: excellent\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"product-spec\"\u003ePower Transformer Manufacturer: Schumacher\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"product-spec\"\u003ePower Transformer Manufacturer Code: 606\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"product-spec\"\u003ePower Transformer Date Code: 707\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"product-spec\"\u003ePower Transformer Original?: yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"product-spec\"\u003eOutput Transformer Manufacturer: Thorardson \/ Magna Electronics\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"product-spec\"\u003eOutput Transformer Original?: yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"product-spec\"\u003eReverb Onboard: no\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"product-spec\"\u003eTremolo Or Vibrato Onboard: no\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"product-spec\"\u003ePedal Included?: no\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"product-spec\"\u003eRectifier Tube: 5Y3\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"product-spec\"\u003eRectifier Tube Brand: TAD\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"product-spec\"\u003ePower Tubes: 6V6\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"product-spec\"\u003ePower Tube Brand: TAD\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"product-spec\"\u003ePreamp Tubes: ECC83\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"product-spec\"\u003ePreamp Tube Brand: Genalex\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"product-spec\"\u003ePotentiometers Original?: yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"product-spec\"\u003eFilter Caps: ?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"product-spec\"\u003eInternal Repairs: none\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"product-spec\"\u003ePower Cable: grounded\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"product-spec\"\u003eAccessories Included: none\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"product-spec\"\u003eDocumentation: none\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"product-spec\"\u003eSpeaker 1 Original?: yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"product-spec\"\u003eOutput Transformer Model Number: T-54464\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBe sure to check out the other cool guitar related stuff on our site!\u003cbr\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.maharsvintageguitars.com\/collections\/amps\" title=\"Vintage and used guitar amplifiers at Mahar's Vintage Guitars\"\u003eVintage \u0026amp; Used Amplifiers\u003c\/a\u003e — \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.maharsvintageguitars.com\/collections\/vintage-fender-guitars\" title=\"Vintage and used Fender guitars at Mahar's Vintage Guitars\"\u003eFender Electric Guitars\u003c\/a\u003e — \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.maharsvintageguitars.com\/collections\/gibson-guitars\" title=\"Vintage and used Gibson guitars at Mahar's Vintage Guitars\"\u003eGibson Electric Guitars\u003c\/a\u003e — \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.maharsvintageguitars.com\/collections\/effect-pedals\" title=\"Vintage and used effects pedals at Mahar's Vintage Guitars\"\u003eVintage \u0026amp; Used Effects Pedals\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eShipping Policy\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBy completing your purchase you are agreeing to this shipping policy. Shipments require signature on delivery, no exceptions. Less than 1% of our shipments are damaged in transit, and we are committed to making sure your item arrives safely. If there is damage, retain all packing materials intact, photograph them immediately, and send the photos to \u003ca href=\"mailto:sales@maharsvintageguitars.com\"\u003esales@maharsvintageguitars.com\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAmplifiers\u003c\/b\u003e: We take additional precautions to prevent common shipping damage. Depending on the amp, this may include removing tubes, pulling the chassis from the cabinet if heavy transformers present a drop risk, or removing heavy speakers that could crack baffles in transit. Reassembly is required on delivery — we label everything clearly. These measures add to shipping costs but reflect hard-won experience. \u003cb\u003eVintage amplifiers (20 years or older) are sold as-is\u003c\/b\u003e — all amps are tested in our shop upon intake and again before shipping. We cover shipping damage but cannot be responsible for the failure of vintage components in instruments that are 20 to 50-plus years old.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Magnatone","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56706734522534,"sku":"AMP-1012","price":549.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0455\/7527\/4662\/files\/magnatone-1967-varsity-deluxe-model-108-vintage-tube-amp-2482608.jpg?v=1782662174"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0455\/7527\/4662\/collections\/sold-magnatone-twilighter-1x12-guitar-combo-amp-6153506.jpg?v=1782702324","url":"https:\/\/www.maharsvintageguitars.com\/collections\/magnatone-amplifiers-vintage-used-for-sale.oembed","provider":"Mahar's Vintage Guitars","version":"1.0","type":"link"}