A special model with several distinctive features including a fixed bias for increased headroom. In a historic collaboration, Fender introduces its first artist signature amplifiers-EC Series amps bearing the name of legendary guitarist Eric Clapton.
1950s-era Deluxe and Tremolux amps are prized for the warm, rich compressed tones of blues and early rock 'n' roll. Clapton often uses a Deluxe when playing traditional blues, and Fender has answered his call for a special model with several distinctive features by introducing the EC Tremolux amp. Built to Clapton's own exacting specifications and handmade in the United States, it's a fascinating variation on the '57 Deluxe designed with a '50s-era output tube bias tremolo (which produced a more throbbing pulse than later Fender tremolo circuits) and a switchable power attenuator (reduces speaker output). A pinnacle of personally inspired amp tone for stage and studio alike, it's a must for Clapton fans and guitarists who want the ultimate in tube performance.
Features include hand-wired all-tube circuitry on eyelet board with premium components; circuit based on late-'50s Fender Deluxe amp model 5E3 (about 12 watts); single channel with high-gain and low-gain inputs; tremolo speed control and footswitch; fixed bias for increased headroom; single 12" Celestion Heritage G12-65 speaker for increased high-gain playing definition; two Groove Tubes 6V6GT output tubes, three 12AX7 preamp tubes and 5Y3GT rectifier tube; Mercury Magnetics custom transformers; internal speaker disconnect (allows use of external 8-ohm speaker enclosure); finger-joined solid pine enclosure for warm, resonant tone; lacquered tweed covering with vintage-style brown/gold grille cloth and leather strap handle. Deluxe fitted cover included.
Features
Hand-wired all-tube circuitry on eyelet board; premium components throughout
Circuit based on late 1950s 5E3 Fender Deluxe amp - produces about 12 Watts
Single channel with two inputs - high and low gain
Bias Tremolo with speed control and footswitch
Fixed Bias for increased headroom
Celestion Heritage G12-65 speaker for increased definition with high-gain playing
Switchable output power attenuator ” reduces the speaker's output if desired
Disconnectable internal speaker ” allows use of external 8 Ohm speaker enclosure
Finger”joined solid pine cabinet resonates with a warm, woody tone
Genuine lacquered tweed covering with vintage brown/gold grille cloth and leather strap handle
Deluxe fitted cover is included
Footswitch for Tremelo
Hand made in Corona, California, US
In a historic collaboration, Fender’s EC Series amps feature the name and design preferences of the great Eric Clapton.A 12-watt must-have for guitarists who want the ultimate in Clapton amp style and performance, the EC Tremolux is a fascinating variation on the ’57 Deluxe and our answer to Clapton’s call for a special model with several distinctive features. Built to his specifications and handmade in the United States with ’50s-era output tube bias tremolo (which produced a more throbbing pulse than later Fender tremolo circuits) and a switchable power attenuator (reduces speaker output), it presents the pinnacle of Clapton-inspired amp tone for stage and studio alike.
Amplifier Type Tube Color Tweed Country Of Origin USA Platform Pro Tube Series Artist Signature
Channels One Connection Type Non-IEC Control Panel Volume, Tone, Speed, Output Controls Volume, Tone, Speed, Output Inputs Two – (1/4″, One High, One Low) Voltage 240V AUS Wattage 12 Watts
Amplifier Covering Tweed Amplifier Jewel Red Jewel Cabinet Material Finger-Joined Solid Pine Control Knobs Chicken-Head Style Pointer – Black Grille Cloth Vintage-Style Brown and Gold Handle Vintage-Style Leather with Nickel Mounting Hardware Speaker Jack Two 1/4″ Parallel (Internal and External)
Speakers One – 12″ Celestion® Heritage G12-65 8 ohms Power Tubes 2 x 6V6 Preamp Tubes 3 x 12AX7 Rectifier Tube (1 x 5Y3GT)
Speaker Stamp: "17DXT3053" 17=17th day DX=April / 2012 T3053=G12H-65 model