{"product_id":"gibson-explorer-ga-18-tweed-amp-1960","title":"Gibson Explorer GA-18 Tweed Amp 1960","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNo Sales Tax For Customers Outside Of California.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the perfect example of a Gibson GA-18 from the best era of Gibson amps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor too long, these Gibson amps have lagged their Fender counterparts, but the secret is out and prices are rising accordingly.  This isn't hype-caused, the amps are just really good and have been undervalued.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis amp is very near 100% original.  It appears that perhaps the filter cap can was changed at some point.  The speaker was reconed as well.  These are the only changes to the amp.  Even the tubes are original, and they all test out as fully functional.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe amp runs strong, offering sweet, organic tone.  The tremolo could use a little work.  The slowest speed is a bit too fast.  Capacitor updates in the tremolo section can change the speed range.  For now, we're leaving the amp is-is, including the original, ungrounded power cable as the amp is largely undisturbed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCosmetically, the Explorer is about as clean as they come.  There are a few very small spots on the grille that look like they caught some glue or something.  The tweed is in great shape, and the handle is intact.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCase\/Cover?: No\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eColor: Tweed\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDimensions: W20\" x H16-1\/4\" x D8-5\/8\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWeight: 23lbs\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWatts: 14-18 Watts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDate: 1960\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhere date is noted: Speaker Code, Pots\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSpeaker 1 Brand\/Model: Jensen P10R C6 786\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSpeaker 1 Size: 10\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSpeaker 1 Code: 220018 18th week of 1960\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSpeaker 1 Cone: Re-coned 12\/5\/2002\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePower Transformer brand and\/or codes: GA-18 P, 324017\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOutput Transformer brand and\/or codes: GA-18 O, 166940\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eExtension Speaker Out? No\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eReverb or other effects?: Tremolo\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRectifier Tube: 5Y3 GT\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRectifier Tube Brand: ?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePower tubes: 2 x 6V6 GT tested\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePower Tube Brand: Gibson \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePreamp Tubes: 2 x 12AX7 tested\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePreamp Tube Brand: ?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFilter Caps: Original\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePedal?: Original\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePots, codes: 134 5749\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eGrille: Original\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eKnobs: Original\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHandle: Original\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePower cord: Original 2 Prong\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNotes:\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShipping policy:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShipments 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":"Gibson","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44797293265062,"sku":"AMP-0408","price":1899.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0455\/7527\/4662\/files\/gibson-explorer-ga-18-tweed-amp-1960-7488010.jpg?v=1775877794","url":"https:\/\/www.maharsvintageguitars.com\/products\/gibson-explorer-ga-18-tweed-amp-1960","provider":"Mahar's Vintage Guitars","version":"1.0","type":"link"}