Champ-Amp 5F1

Fender Electric Instrument Co.; Fullerton (CA)

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  • Anno
  • 1956 ?
  • Categoria
  • Amplificatore audio o mixer audio
  • Radiomuseum.org ID
  • 356686

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 Specifiche tecniche

  • Numero di tubi
  • 3
  • Numero di transistor
  • 3
  • Semiconduttori
  • Principio generale
  • Amplificatore audio
  • Gamme d'onda
  • - senza
  • Particolarità
  • Amplificatore per chitarra
  • Tensioni di funzionamento
  • Alimentazione a corrente alternata (CA) / 60 Hz, 110 Volt
  • Altoparlante
  • AP magnetodinamico (magnete permanente e bobina mobile) / Ø 8 inch = 20.3 cm
  • Potenza d'uscita
  • 5 W (qualità ignota)
  • Materiali
  • Pelle / stoffa / plastica ma con altro materiale sottostante
  • Radiomuseum.org
  • Modello: Champ-Amp 5F1 - Fender Electric Instrument Co.
  • Forma
  • Soprammobile verticale (sviluppato in altezza; no cattedrale, sin decorazioni).
  • Annotazioni

  • The Fender Champ-Amp 5F1 is a classic guitar amplifier with a rich history and distinctive specifications.

    The Fender Champ series began in 1948 with the Champion 800, a 4-watt amp featuring an 8-inch speaker. In 1955, Fender redesigned the amp and officially renamed it the "Champ" with the 5E1 circuit. The 5F1 circuit, introduced in 1956, marked a significant improvement and remained in production until 1964 when Fender transitioned to the "Blackface" design.

    Specifications

    The Fender Champ-Amp 5F1 had the following key characteristics:

    • Power Output: 5 watts
    • Speaker: 8-inch (introduced in 1958, replacing the previous 6-inch speaker)
    • Tubes:
      • 1x 12AX7 (preamp)
      • 1x 6V6GT (power output tube)
      • 1x 5Y3 (rectifier)
    • Circuit: Class A, single-ended
    • Controls: Single volume control (doubling as an on/off switch)
    • Cabinet: "Narrow Panel" tweed-covered design
    • Grille Cloth: Oxblood colour

    Notable Features

    • Simplicity: The Champ had the simplest circuit of all Fender tube amps, contributing to its distinctive tone.
    • Recording Favorite: Its low power output and simple, toneful circuit made it a popular choice in recording studios.
    • Tonal Characteristics: When cranked up, it produced a fuzzy and distinctive overdrive, famously heard on tracks like Eric Clapton's "Layla".

    Production Period

    The 5F1 Champ was produced from 1956 to 1964. It was part of the "Narrow Panel" tweed era of Fender amplifiers.

    The Fender Champ-Amp 5F1 remains highly regarded for its simplicity, portability, and iconic tone, making it a sought-after vintage amplifier among collectors and recording artists.

  • Bibliografia
  • -- Original prospect or advert (The First 50 Years by John Teagle and John Sprung, Page 67)
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