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AMPEG Echo Twin ET-2 Question
I picked up an old Ampeg amp (believe it or not at a yardsale for $10 bucks)and have some questions. First, I am a drummer and know NOTHING about amps. I just want to fix this to sell it. The model is Ampeg Echo Twin ET-2. The outside looks to be in very good condition with only minor wear.....I'm told its just been sitting in a basement for many years. When I plug it in and touch the on/off switch I get a heavy shock.......Thats as far as I've gotten for fear of major electrocution......Is this something I can repair?....should I just sell it as-is?.....Should I pay a place to repair it then sell it?.....also, is this for a guitar or bass......the guitar gods would greatly shine on anyone willing to take the time to help me out.....peace...Phil...you can email me at njphil3@yahoo.com
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I overhauled one of those for a guy about 2 years ago. Can't recall if it was ET-1 or ET-2 but it's a pair of amplifiers, 2 speakers and the output of one amp can be selected to run through the reverb and work in conjunction with the 2nd amp.
It obviously needs a grounded power cord to eliminate the shock hazard. Being as old as it is, I'd recommend that a qualified tech look at it. It likely needs filter caps, some tubes and a few resistors and caps. I wouldn't be surprised if the tremolo needs phase shift caps to get it working.
It's for guitar only. Bass would ruin the speakers. -
great find! the et's are cool Ampegs and not too many around. When they work they can sound killer.
I'd second Gunny's comments. At least get the death cap clipped out and put in a grounded cord.
You may be able to sell it on flea bay "as-is" for a tidy profit. Just be careful on disclosure since ebay is into punishing sellers now.
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