help with my twin reverb

[g1]

Jiggy is a slang term for actively participating in something, busy and focused at a task. I got it from a bad song about a decade ago and used the term to make fun of the song. Then it stuck and now no one knows what the hell I'm talking about when I say it!

BBBut... I know what you talkin' 'bout Willis!


In the same genre, I have my own favourite slang term (used in sarcastic congratulations): "well, hip hop hooray,...hoe!"

[Chuck H]

I actually feel shame sometimes for belonging to such an unsophisticated culture! All our taste is in our mouths

[Leo_Gnardo]

Couple years ago there was a pretty good earthquake in Hawai'i. I asked a friend on the "big" island how was it - hours later she said "the cliffs are smoking." Now THAT's jiggy! Hm, or is it jiggly.... get DOWN get DOWN!

[popoahi]

hi again,
noticed you mentioned original transformers, and speakers.....
I was old by the tech I just took the amp to for minor repairs is that the speakers as far as he can tell are original..(this tech was the repair guy for the shop I bought the amp from "Dan's guitars in honolulu" he's now on his own and is very busy).
but I need to clarify "need to have original transformers and speakers" so must it have the same transformers that actually came with the amp when new???
the tech guy will be sending me photo's and numbers from the transformers and I will post them to the website.... what I'm saying is if the original transformers are still in there do I leave them regardless of condition?? if I have to replace them due to signs that they may be going south then this would make the amp not worth very much??? or more importantly would new transformers change the sound???

I bought this amp because it sounded great! I'm only having the power cord replaced and the power switch changed because they were not original and the switch felt loose like it was going to break anyway... I was not looking for it to be some kind of investment or a collector kind of thing...

I don't think the any of the transformers are bad at this time so I probably won't be having to change any of them.... I just asked the tech guy to email me the serial numbers like Tom said.... the 2 little chrome strips on the top of the amp have lost the chrome finish so I was going to sand them clean and spray with clear so they won't rust... I haven't seen anyone selling chromed replacements for these and they don't affect the sound anyway? when I get back to honolulu after jan 6th I'll hope to have the serial numbers from the tech guy...

man this world of fender amps is very surprising, did not even imagine there would be a website and such good people like this****

aloha, popo

[Tom Phillips]

...but I need to clarify "need to have original transformers and speakers" so must it have the same transformers that actually came with the amp when new???
the tech guy will be sending me photo's and numbers from the transformers and I will post them to the website.... what I'm saying is if the original transformers are still in there do I leave them regardless of condition?? if I have to replace them due to signs that they may be going south then this would make the amp not worth very much??? or more importantly would new transformers change the sound?...
I don't think the any of the transformers are bad at this time so I probably won't be having to change any of them.... I just asked the tech guy to email me the serial numbers like Tom said....

Let's find out what they are. They are most likely original so I just wanted the numbers to date code the amp. Any part replacement could change the sound for better or worse. You say that the amp sounds great so there is no need to change transformers unless they go bad. Aftermarket transformers sold as "upgrades" are mostly marketing hype intended to generate profit for the seller. You already said that the amp sounds great so there is no current indication that it needs new transformers.

...the 2 little chrome strips on the top of the amp have lost the chrome finish so I was going to sand them clean and spray with clear so they won't rust... I haven't seen anyone selling chromed replacements for these and they don't affect the sound anyway? when I get back to honolulu after jan 6th I'll hope to have the serial numbers from the tech guy...

Those parts are called chassis straps and replacements are available. www,mojotone.com is one source. Techs should know where to get these. Reference my post #7 in the thread at http://music-electronics-forum.com/t35130/#post328126 for an example of the numbers you want from the transformers.

Tom

[Leo_Gnardo]

what I'm saying is if the original transformers are still in there do I leave them regardless of condition?? if I have to replace them due to signs that they may be going south then this would make the amp not worth very much??? or more importantly would new transformers change the sound???

I bought this amp because it sounded great!

All this worry about transformers . . . why? Chances are, they are the originals and your ears are telling you the rest of what you need to know: sounds great!

Think hi voltage filter caps, bias filter. First next after the obvious "safety and operation" things: AC cable & power switch.

I think Antique tubesandmore.com would have those chassis straps. Mojo too. Some owners of rusty amps sand or bead-blast theirs & paint 'em black.

[popoahi]

aloha,

I found a bassman and fender precision bass for 550.00... the guy needs money badly?...I was told here that certain bassman amps are worth a lot?
so what do I look for in the amp??? the bass guitar is just a extra present....

so tell me which model bassman do I want???

a little help would be appreciated.....please

[popoahi]

I don't know if I can do this kind of work??? sounds to complicated for me but I may be willing to give it a try???
but I have faith in this tech,,, he worked for the guitar shop where I bought the amp from...and what he's doing now
is just the AC power chord replacement and main power switch replacement.....

I may do the other stuff that you guys suggested next time....

when it rains it pours,,,,, got a great deal on a 16 channel yamaha 15" spkrs PA system with a almost new yamaha bass guitar,,, and now a fender bassman amp and precision bass for 550.00 just came my way...
and I'm a drummer* only thing my wife thinks I'm losing it?

earlier post asked what bassman amp do I want??? you guyz said certain models are worth some bucks?
please let me know which bassmans are the ones? but I'll buy it anyway, just to good to past up regardless of the model...

can't thank you guyz enuff for all he help so far!!!!

aloha, popo

PS; Km6xz way up at the top of Olinda road we raised angus for veal,,, we only had a 3 wire fencing so when they use to escape we hve to
run and lasso them... thing is there's this plant called Gorse that is just a bush of the meanest thorns in the universe!!! they stab you thru jeans and chaps.
gorse is a gift from the devil! no more we quit after a year.......

[Chuck H]

There are a lot of different Bassman models. A LOT! The best way to do this would be for you to contact the seller, find out model specifics for the amp and guitar and report back to us for consultation.

[popoahi]

ok so same thing like my twin reverb serial number from the power transformer???
any distinct features like reverb or vibrato I should also look for so I can tell quickly if its a model
worth checking into???
but in any case will let you guyz know about serial number and such,,
thank you

popo

[popoahi]

yah think I'll sand then and paint it black or clear..
thanks

[Leo_Gnardo]

please let me know which bassmans are the ones? but I'll buy it anyway, just to good to past up regardless of the model...

Now that's the spirit!

[popoahi]

I now know some bassman amps R really valuable?? so do I chk serial numbers on the power transformer or is there a easier/quick way to tell which models are what???

and same for the fender precision bass guitar?

I'm a drummer with a fetish you cud say of cymbals... member of "cymbalholics" but you guyz R more than helpful with good hearts*

[Chuck H]

All the Bassman's are good amps. There are some less popular, not so "collectible" ones that might only be worth what you're about to pay (depending on condition) and some super collectible models. There's also a reissue! Most are collectible to some degree. Same goes for Precision basses. If, for example, It's a mid 90's model precision bass with funky, un precision bass like cosmetics and a "Bassman 10" amp you wouldn't be getting any kind of deal. If it's a blonde '59 Precision bass and a same year Bassman bought at the same time in great shape with original sale tags you get to retire!!! All points in between are possible. It's most likely a really good buy.

Serial #s come into play for REALLY collectible stuff. If we just knew the year of each item we can get pretty close.

P.S. I use to play with a drummer that cherished his 1950's Zildjian cymbals. One he never used, but was extremely valuable was a 20" "sizzle crash"!!! The one with all the rivets around the perimeter!?! Not much use in modern rock but tre cool anyway.

EDIT: I see that you can find a 50's Zildjian 20" sizzle crash on that big auction site for about $250 to $350 bucks now! But before the internet they seemed rare as hens teeth and had more value.

[Justin Thomas]

I bet for $550, you're getting a Standard P-bass and a Silverface Bassman. I agree with Chuck - they're all good! My personal least favorite is the tweed... blasphemy, I know! I've never played a white-tolex Bassman, but every Blackface or Silverface 50W <HEAD> (the ones with four preamp tubes) sound great or at least have the potential to sound great, without having to turn them into something they're not. If it's a White (6G6/A/B), Blackface (AA864, AB864, AA165, AB165) or Silverface (AB165, AC568, AA270, AA371, Bassman 50) head, I doubt you'll go wrong if it hasn't been messed with. If it has a Master Volume, hit or miss. Just check - if it's NOT tweed and has FOUR preamp tubes, it's pprobably pretty good. Forget about "collectability." What's it SOUND like?

I liked my AB165 enough to get a license plate with the year & model... nice way to meet other Fenderheads, too...

Justin