Vintage 1990 Fender ’59 Bassman Reissue Guitar Amplifier – Unlaquered Tweed –

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This amp just received a checkup and clean bill of health from Miller Ampwerks in Portland, Or. 

Completely stock and all original components. 

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( Due to people taking advantage of eBay / Reverb return policies; wanting to “try out and pilfer parts”  we can no longer take returns on used gear unless it arrives damaged. Sorry for this inconvenience. We test and guarantee all gear to be 100% working unless stated otherwise )

Here’s a 1990 Fender Tweed 59 Bassman amplifier.

Fender originally introduced the Bassman in 1952 as a 26 watt, single 15 inch speaker. In late 1954, it was changed radically with an increase in power to 40 watts — and a change to four 10 inch speakers. This version was produced until 1960, when the line changed again to the ‘piggyback’ configuration — separate head and speaker cabinets.

The Bassman design has proven to be very versatile and popular; many other amplifier lines, such as early Marshalls, were based on it.

Fender’s early intention for the Bassman, despite its name, was to create an amp that could be used by bass players, guitarists, and harmonica players. Many, many guitarists have taken this to heart and you’ll see Bassmans on many stages and studio floors. For example, on the stage for the Brian Setzer orchestra, you’ll often see a pair of blonde Bassmans.

In 1990, Fender launched a reissue of the 1959 model, and it’s been very well received. During the mid-1990’s, David Gilmour used a pair of them as part of his rig.

This example is in excellent, very clean condition.

Serial Number: AA14334, dates to January 1990, and built in Corona, California.