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Amp Auction: ¬…¬…1994 MATCHLESS DC-30 SAMPSON ERA VINTAGE EL34 TUBE COMBO GUITAR AMP AMPLIFIER

Amp Auction Description: Untitled DocumentItem DetailsFor your consideration is this used 1994 Matchless D/C-30 2x12" combo electric guitar amplifier. This particular example, serial number M 2637, is in excellent 100% all original condition and includes the original Instruction Manual and IEC power cable. Kicking off what would become the boutique amp craze of the late 90's, Matchless is still revered today as one of the best due to their "no compromise" attitude. The most recent incarnation of the Matchless amp company sells a similar amplifier for over $3,600.00 new, but they sure don't make 'em like they used to during the Perrotta/Sampson golden era of the early 1990's. Ever since the release of the Matchless DC-30, boutique amp manufacturers have been struggling to achieve the same quality of performance, appearance, and build quality, but alas, the Matchless DC-30 is still the favorite, so don't miss out on this No Reserve auction with FREE SHIPPING anywhere in the U.S.A., and discounted WORLDWIDE shipping, as the highest bidder will win regardless of price!Serial Number: M 2637Transformer Codes: WTI 9458B, WTI 9355, WTI 9356Transformer Date Stamp: 11-7-94As briefly mentioned, this particular example is in 100% all original condition. It still has all of the original NOS tubes that were installed at the factory and even includes the original manual! Although the amp has been pampered and lightly used by the previous/original owner since being purchased new, it exhibits a small amount of white scuff marks along the bottom front edge. There are no substantial condition flaws on the exterior, nor are there any snags or rips in the grill cloth. Additionally, the amp works perfectly and sounds i-n-c-r-e-d-i-b-l-e. It is noise-free and quiet, studio-ready and brilliant.The DC-30 was the company's first design and remains the cornerstone of the entire Matchless amp line. Thirty very conservatively-rated watts from a quartet of EL-84's, through two channels, each with unique voicing and tone control layouts, produce a world of tone choices. True "Class A" configuration gives rich, complex harmonics whether played clean, mildly overdriven, or with all out power tube saturation. A long list of musician designed features includes; highly interactive tone controls and circuitries unique to each channel, bypassable master volume, individual channel effects loops, cut control for high frequency shaping, high and low (30 or 15 watt) power settings, selectable output impedance and phase inverter switches allow the use of additional speaker cabinets or amps in-phase with the DC-30. The preamp sections are based on a layout of two 12AX7's in Channel 1 and one EF86 in Channel 2. The two 12AX7's in Channel 1 create a parallel-triode circuit with interactive bass and treble. The one EF86 in Channel 2 consists of a high-gain pentode coupled to a six-position tone switch. Outright benefits include quick dial-in of new tones and an easy return to the settings you prefer. Also "high treble" cut control, master volume, with a bypass feature that offers flexible control of the power amp section. The power amp is fed by a 12AX7 phase inverter, which drives four EL84 power tubes. The rectifier circuit gives you the flexibility of using one 5AR4 for a quick attack or you can use two 5V4's for a smooth, round response. Other professional features include an effects loop, half power-mode switch (a conservative 30 watts switching to 15 watts), output impedance selector (4, 8, 16 ohms) and a speaker phase-reverse switch.Sound on the 212 Combo is delivered through two dissimilar Celestion speakers: a G12H30 and a Greenback 25, each specially modified through a proprietary MATCHLESS formula. All of this is encased in an extremely sturdy hand-made 11-ply, ¾" Baltic birch cabinet, wrapped in richly textured black vinyl. The finishing touch is a signature backlit nameplate and control panel, which lets you (and the audience) know when the power is on.Payment DetailsI accept Paypal, and I have my account arranged so that you can pay with all credit cards, as well as, fund the purchase directly through your bank account. If someone local is interested in this item, I can facilitate other types of secure payment. Please inquire.If you are unsatisfied with this amp for any reason, I will issue an immediate refund for the total purchase price within 14 days.Shipping DetailsDue to the amp weighing over 70 lbs, also to ensure a safe arrival, the speakers will be shipped separately.Since this item is both fragile and sensitive, I will double-box this amp professionally with all new packing materials. Insurance in the amount of the total sale will be included at no extra cost. The tubes will be removed and packed separately, and I will also guarantee that every precaution will be exercised to ensure the safety of the cabinet, chassis, and speaker. Shipping and handling will be FREE within the Continental U.S., $99 to Canada, $299 to Europe, and $429 to South America/Australia/New Zealand/Spain/Middle East/Asia/Africa/Russia/Czech Republic/etc.Please remember that all transactions that take place within CA (whether the item is picked up from me in LA, or shipped to any city in CA) will be responsible for a 8.75% CA sales tax liability.

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