Amplifiers

Fender Champ 5F1 1960, Tweed

Name: Fender Champ 5F1 1960, Tweed
Brand: Fender
SKU: AP4940-A
Price: 3000.00 USD
Availability: InStock

$3,000.00

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Specs


Instrument	Amplifiers
Brand	Fender
Model	Champ 5F1
Finish	Tweed
SKU	AP4940-A
Handedness	Right
Made In Year	1960
Preamp	12AX7
Power	6V6
Rectifier	5Y3
Wattage	5 Watts
Circuit	5F1
Speaker	1960 Oxford Alnico 8"
Transformers	Original Schumachers
PT	OP250B/606012
OT	125A3A/606948

Description

The Tweed-era Champ is renowned for its unmistakable charm, having long served as a studio secret weapon for musicians seeking a compact, focused sound. With a reputation built on simplicity and warmth, the 5F1 circuit remains a classic example of Fender's approach to elegant, low-wattage design. In a world where smaller, lower-powered amps are gaining popularity, the Champ stands as the embodiment of stripped-down, functional brilliance.

This example is in superb condition for its age, showing only minor signs of wear, with no significant blemishes to speak of.

Internally, the power cord, filter caps, and preamp tube socket have been replaced. The two Astron coupling caps have also been changed, though all of the original parts remain with the amp. Otherwise, the amp remains stock. Please see the circuit photos and specs for further details.