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Fender Eric Clapton Signature EC Tremolux 12W 1x12 Hand-Wired Tube Guitar Combo Amp

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      Fender Eric Clapton Signature EC Tremolux 12W 1x12 Hand-Wired Tube Guitar Combo Amp (H78278)
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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.

Fender Eric Clapton Signature EC Tremolux 12W 1x12 Hand-Wired Tube Guitar Combo Amp 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 inputs
    Bias Tremolo with speed control and footswitch
    Fixed Bias for increased headroom
    Celestion Heritage G12-65 speaker for increased definition with high-gain playing
    Two Groove Tubes™ 6V6GT output tubes, three 12AX7 preamp tubes, and 5Y3GT rectifier tube
    Custom transformers by Mercury Magnetics
    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
    Hand made in Corona, California, US


Fender Eric Clapton Signature EC Tremolux 12W 1x12 Hand-Wired Tube Guitar Combo Amp Specifications:

  • Model Name: EC Tremolux™
    Series: Custom
    Electronics
    Voltage: 120V
    Wattage: 12 watts
    Inputs: 1 (High input) and 2 (Low input)
    Power Handling: 12 watts
    Rectifier: 5Y3GT rectifier tube
    Controls: Volume, Tone, Speed, Output
    Hardware
    Cabinet Material: Solid Pine cabinet
    Handle: Leather Strap Handle
    Grill Cover: Tweed covering and vintage-style brown/gold grille cloth
    Amplifier Depth: 9.5" (24.1 cm)
    Amplifier Width: 20" (50.8 cm)
    Amplifier Height: 16.75" (42.5 cm)
    Amplifier Weight: 25 lbs. (11.4 kg)
    Speakers
    Speaker Description: 12”, 65 Watt Celestion® Heritage G12-65 speaker
    Speaker: 12”, 65 Watt Celestion® Heritage G12-65 speaker
    Impedance: 8 Ohms
    Tubes
    Pre Amp Tubes: 3 x 12AX7A
    Power Tubes: 2 x 6V6


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  • tremolo for the ages

    As reviewed by Garry Hanna on 6/18/2012

    I have chased the tone of the 5e3 circuit for years, this one has it pretty well nailed but at the price of a boutique amp. I don't think the price will be around long if fender wants these to sell. think about the fact that an original delux can be found and recapped and tubed for a similar price, and will continue to climb in price. the tremolo is VERY HEAVY, but can be clicked off. At setting 1 I was in Dick Dale territory and beyond 1 I was looking to get back to clicked off again. Not a tremolo guy, If you want extreme tremolo, this could be your amp. the tremolux name is appropriate, for sure. A nice amp, not one I will own.

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  • Fender Eric Clapton Signature EC Tremolux

    As reviewed by James Escaja on 11/15/2012

    First, this bugger is not an inexpensive option... My other portable and more affordable amps are a Blues Junior for electric guitar use and a Fender acoustisonic 150 for combo electric/acoustic use which cost me under $500 each... However, I decided to flip for the EC Tremolux after playing out at a few gigs with both of the above amps and just having what I thought to be a Ho-Hum performance... I bought this bad boy without even first trying it out... Bottom line, I brought the EC Tremolux to our last practice and got thumbs up from some seriously high end professional and experienced band members... I used this amp with my EC00028 Martin as well as my 1962 Stratocaster R.I. and it just outshined any amp that I have ever played including my minty 1968 Fender Bandmaster with AB763 blackface circuitry... Overall, you want to own the best amp ever that is easy to transport and loud enough for most average gigs... just buy this amp and be done with it... No need to go into specifics about design, etc., just buy it...

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  • The EC Tremolux exceeded my expectations!

    As reviewed by WILLIAM ALBRECHT on 7/6/2012

    After picking up the EC Tremolux last week at GC I finally took it out to play in a live situation. At 25 lbs it's a breeze to carry. I took it to a local jam that can tend to get a bit loud. I needed to know whether this 12 watt amp could cut it volume wise being put in that situation. I must say that I was thrilled with the amps performance. It blew me away how good it sounded and still could give more. It can get pretty loud. Had the volume on 4 for most of the night. Yes, it could use a bit more headroom but at that volume it was still clean with some dirt on it. Before that I had been playing it only in my house and it was dry sounding, but still warm and sweet. I worried that I might need some reverb when out on a stage but that wasn't an issue at all. The amp just sang. Of course it also didn't hurt that I was using a Clapton strat with it. After watching and listening to every Youtube video of the amp (and there are some pretty bad ones...including Fender's demo vids) the amp exceeded my expectations. It's a beautiful classic looking amp with a great build quality that I will have for a long time. The added attenuator, tube bias tremolo, fixed bias pot and Celestion speaker is a nice addition to the earlier original version of this amp. The sales crew at my local GC were also very accommodating with my purchase.

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