Silvertone Guitar and Amplifier 1457 (57 1457L) Ch= 185.11090

Sears, Roebuck & Co.; Chicago (IL)

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  • Year
  • 1964–1966
  • Category
  • Audio Amplifier or -mixer
  • Radiomuseum.org ID
  • 243501
    • Brand: Silvertone

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 Technical Specifications

  • Number of Tubes
  • 4
  • Main principle
  • Audio-Amplification
  • Wave bands
  • - without
  • Details
  • Guitar Amplifier
  • Power type and voltage
  • Alternating Current supply (AC) / 117 Volt
  • Loudspeaker
  • Permanent Magnet Dynamic (PDyn) Loudspeaker (moving coil) / Ø 8 inch = 20.3 cm
  • Material
  • Leather / canvas / plastic - over other material
  • from Radiomuseum.org
  • Model: Silvertone Guitar and Amplifier 1457 Ch= 185.11090 - Sears, Roebuck & Co.; Chicago
  • Shape
  • Miscellaneous shapes - described under notes.
  • Dimensions (WHD)
  • 14 x 39 x 3 inch / 356 x 991 x 76 mm
  • Notes

  • Guitar, amplifier and speaker in carrying case. Vinyl-covered hardboard with red rayon lining, sparkling trim. Designed for upright operation.

    21-fret guitar with Brazilian rosewood fingerboard. Dual magnetic pick-up. 2 volume, 2 tone controls. Sunburst red finish, sparkling silver color accents. Made by Danelectro for Sears.

    Amplifier with volume and tone control, tremolo strength and speed controls. On-off foot switch for tremolo.

    This model had different product numbers over the years:

    • 1964: 57 H 1457L
    • 1965: 57 G 1457L (upgrade to semi-solid body for model year 1966)
  • Net weight (2.2 lb = 1 kg)
  • 27 lb 0 oz (27 lb) / 12.258 kg
  • Price in first year of sale
  • 99.95 $

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