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Front view of a vintage combo amp with black tolex, a tan grille cloth, and a silver control panel with 10 black knobs.
01 / 19Front view of a vintage combo amp with black tolex, a tan grille cloth, and a silver control panel with 10 black knobs.
The amplifier's right side, covered in dark, textured tolex with some scuffs and four silver rivets, is shown from a low angle.
02 / 19The amplifier's right side, covered in dark, textured tolex with some scuffs and four silver rivets, is shown from a low angle.
Rear view of a dark gray textured combo amp with a black handle, open back panel revealing internal wiring, and a speaker.
03 / 19Rear view of a dark gray textured combo amp with a black handle, open back panel revealing internal wiring, and a speaker.
The black textured amp is angled right, showing its side with four silver screws and the top control panel with black knobs.
04 / 19The black textured amp is angled right, showing its side with four silver screws and the top control panel with black knobs.
Close-up of the amp's black textured top and front control panel, showing input jacks, a single black knob, and several silver-capped black knobs.
05 / 19Close-up of the amp's black textured top and front control panel, showing input jacks, a single black knob, and several silver-capped black knobs.
Close-up of the amp's silver control panel with eight black knobs, showing wear and light scratches, above a textured speaker grille.
06 / 19Close-up of the amp's silver control panel with eight black knobs, showing wear and light scratches, above a textured speaker grille.
Close-up of the amp's silver control panel with black knobs, amber and red pilot lights, and a black textured Tolex top.
07 / 19Close-up of the amp's silver control panel with black knobs, amber and red pilot lights, and a black textured Tolex top.
Close-up of the amp's lower right grille cloth, showing a small tear and some discoloration on the light gray fabric with black dots.
08 / 19Close-up of the amp's lower right grille cloth, showing a small tear and some discoloration on the light gray fabric with black dots.
Rear view of the open black combo amp, revealing two large black speakers, several vacuum tubes, and internal wiring.
09 / 19Rear view of the open black combo amp, revealing two large black speakers, several vacuum tubes, and internal wiring.
Close-up of three clear glass vacuum tubes with silver bases, showing rust and wear on the metal chassis.
10 / 19Close-up of three clear glass vacuum tubes with silver bases, showing rust and wear on the metal chassis.
Close-up of the amp's brushed metal chassis, showing four tube sockets with white sealant and three connected cables.
11 / 19Close-up of the amp's brushed metal chassis, showing four tube sockets with white sealant and three connected cables.
Close-up of two dark grey speakers with visible dust, mounted on a dark wood panel, showing wiring and mounting bolts.
12 / 19Close-up of two dark grey speakers with visible dust, mounted on a dark wood panel, showing wiring and mounting bolts.
Close-up of two black speakers with white and black twisted wires, showing a gold and red label on the left speaker.
13 / 19Close-up of two black speakers with white and black twisted wires, showing a gold and red label on the left speaker.
Close-up of a tarnished silver-grey metal component with stamped numbers "TF-3021H" and "166514" on its surface.
14 / 19Close-up of a tarnished silver-grey metal component with stamped numbers "TF-3021H" and "166514" on its surface.
Close-up of the amplifier's internal components, showing a black transformer with visible rust and a clear tube socket.
15 / 19Close-up of the amplifier's internal components, showing a black transformer with visible rust and a clear tube socket.
Close-up of the amplifier's internal transformer, showing its black housing and rusted, layered metal core, secured by rusty bolts.
16 / 19Close-up of the amplifier's internal transformer, showing its black housing and rusted, layered metal core, secured by rusty bolts.
A close-up of the amplifier's internal components, showing a large grey cylindrical part with a blue label and copper-wound coils.
17 / 19A close-up of the amplifier's internal components, showing a large grey cylindrical part with a blue label and copper-wound coils.
Black two-button footswitch with "REVERB" and "TREMOLO" labels, showing wear on the metal buttons and scuffs on the plastic casing.
18 / 19Black two-button footswitch with "REVERB" and "TREMOLO" labels, showing wear on the metal buttons and scuffs on the plastic casing.
Close-up of the amplifier's internal chassis, showing two dark blue capacitors, wiring, and some rust around mounting screws.
19 / 19Close-up of the amplifier's internal chassis, showing two dark blue capacitors, wiring, and some rust around mounting screws.

Gibson

1960s Gibson Vanguard GA77 RET Combo Amplifier w/FTSW

$1,595.00

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Description

1960s Gibson GA77 Vanguard Combo Amplifier

Located At IVG Burbank

In Good Overall Condition (Please See Photos)

Some Cosmetic Surface Wear Visible Throughout As Shown

Recently Serviced And Fully Functional

Baffle Previously Modified To Accommodate 2x12" Speakers, Now Converted Back With Added Speaker Rings

New JJ Power Tubes

Dual Jensen C-10Q 10" Speakers With Newer Cones Dating To Late 1964

Made In Kalamazoo, MI

25W

Comes As Shown With Footswitch

Available For Local Pickup In Our Shop

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The Gibson GA77 Vanguard, produced in the early 1960s, is a rare and highly regarded tube amplifier known for its rich tone and vintage character. It features dual channels, tremolo, and echo delivering warm cleans and creamy overdrive when pushed. Its 6L6 power tubes provide dynamic headroom, making it versatile for jazz, blues, and early rock tones. With a striking brown tolex design and distinctive Gibson styling, the GA77 Vanguard stands out as both a collectible piece and a functional workhorse. Today, it’s prized by players and collectors for its unique Gibson voice.

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