{"product_id":"1960s-guyatone-ga-520-vintage-tube-guitar-amp-1x12-tremolo-restored","title":"1960s Guyatone GA-520 Vintage Tube Guitar Amp 1x12 Tremolo - Restored","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eA very cool \u003cstrong\u003e1960s Guyatone GA-520 vintage tube guitar amplifier\u003c\/strong\u003e, made in Japan and recently given an extensive restoration by our amp technician.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe GA-520 is a distinctive early Japanese tube combo with unmistakable period styling, including the red-and-black tartan covering, oversized Guyatone badge and simple top-mounted control panel. It features two inputs, Volume, Treble and Bass controls, along with built-in tremolo controlled by Speed and Intensity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis particular amp has received a \u003cstrong\u003emajor electrical and mechanical restoration\u003c\/strong\u003e to bring it back into dependable playing condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWork performed includes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e19 new capacitors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNew grounded 3-prong power cord\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNew resistor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCircuit boards cleaned\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNew speaker wiring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNew indicator-light holder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNew volume potentiometer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNew fuse\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCabinet repaired\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBaffle board repaired\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNew Jensen MOD-series 12\" speaker installed\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe original speaker was no longer usable, so it was replaced during the restoration with a new \u003cstrong\u003eJensen MOD-series 12\" speaker\u003c\/strong\u003e. This gives the amp a fresh, dependable speaker rather than leaving an aging or compromised original in place.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFollowing the restoration, \u003cstrong\u003eeverything is working properly and the amp sounds great\u003c\/strong\u003e, including the built-in tremolo.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCosmetically, this one very clearly shows its age. There is wear, staining, fraying and damage to the original-style tartan covering, including a more noticeable damaged area at the upper rear corner. The control panel and hardware also show oxidation, discoloration and general aging.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe chose to leave the exterior looking vintage rather than cosmetically over-restoring it. So while the amp retains plenty of authentic 1960s character on the outside, the important electrical and mechanical work has already been handled.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is \u003cstrong\u003enot an all-original collector example\u003c\/strong\u003e, and it is not being represented as one. The Jensen speaker, replacement components and extensive servicing make this much better suited to someone looking for a cool vintage Japanese tube amp they can actually plug into and use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA great choice for anyone interested in early Japanese guitar gear, garage rock, surf, blues or just something far more unusual than the typical American vintage combo.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Guyatone","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54285267042668,"sku":"UNI-248","price":599.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0991\/9378\/2636\/files\/DSC02837.jpg?v=1788465084","url":"https:\/\/japaneseguitarcompany.com\/products\/1960s-guyatone-ga-520-vintage-tube-guitar-amp-1x12-tremolo-restored","provider":"Japanese Guitar Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}