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Vintage 1965 Fender Showman Guitar AmpHead – Euro Export (Rare) - $850 (danville / san ramon)
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Original mid-1960s Fender Showman head from the blackface era, featuring the factory multi-voltage European export selector (117–240V). Massive clean headroom, classic Fender clarity, and one of the best pedal platforms ever built. This was recently serviced and biased by AmpLab.
• Year: 1965
• Serial Number: 123812
The serial number 123812 aligns with 1965 blackface production, matching the cosmetics, panel layout, and export-voltage selector used during that period.
Details:
• Original black tolex with honest vintage wear (see photos)
• Original faceplate, knobs, handle, and hardware
• Factory export voltage selector intact (rare and desirable)
• Massive, clean headroom,; very articulate — blues, country, jazz, and excellent for pedals
• Head only (no speaker cabinet)
Condition:
Good vintage condition overall. Cosmetic wear consistent with age.
Why it matters:
The blackface Showman is essentially a Twin Reverb without reverb—bigger, cleaner, and faster response. Export-spec examples are significantly harder to find and increasingly collectible.
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