1964 Fender Bassman Head & Cabinet Pre CBS Black
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Step into the golden age of Fender tone with this 1964 Fender Bassman Head & Cabinet, featuring the highly sought-after AA864 circuit and classic Pre-CBS blackface design. Revered for its warm cleans, punchy mids, and smooth breakup, this vintage all-tube amplifier delivers legendary tone that shaped the sound of rock, blues, surf, and country music for decades.
This amp has seen some responsibly performed service that has left the important components in place to retain the vintage tone. The transformers are original. I just changed out the filter caps and the bypass caps to get the amp where you want it for regular use. A grounded power cable was already present when the amp arrived here. The speakers aren't original, but what you get is a very complimentary pair - a 1968 Oxford (reconed in 1978), and a 1968 Jensen C12N. Something great happens when you mix speakers like this, which is why you see companies like Matchless do the same in their amps. It also gives you some flexibility when recording - mic em both and mix the best of each.
This pre-CBS Bassman is equipped with its original Fender blackface cosmetics, matching head and 2x12 cabinet, and the iconic AA864 circuit—widely regarded as one of the best-sounding and most musical circuits Fender ever produced. The amp offers two channels (Normal and Bass), each with independent volume, treble, bass, and presence controls, allowing players to shape their tone with precision and vintage character.
Perfect for guitar or bass, the 1964 Bassman is known for its rich headroom, harmonic depth, and the ability to pair perfectly with overdrive pedals for dynamic rock tones. The included matching 2x12 cabinet completes the full vintage rig, delivering the unmistakable sound of a true American classic.
Key Features:
Original 1964 Fender Bassman Head & Cabinet – Pre-CBS
Coveted AA864 circuit – the gold standard for blackface Bassman amps
50-watt all-tube amp powered by 2x 6L6GC power tubes
Two channels: Normal and Bass, with individual tone controls
Matching 2x12 Fender cabinet with vintage speakers (original or era-correct)
Classic blackface look with original tolex and silver grille cloth
Smooth, responsive breakup and outstanding pedal platform
Ideal for guitar, bass, or studio use
Made in Fullerton, California – pre-CBS Fender quality
This 1964 Fender Bassman is in excellent vintage condition, recently serviced and sounding incredible. Whether you're a serious vintage gear collector, a studio musician seeking authentic tone, or a live player chasing the best clean and breakup sounds Fender ever made, this amp is a historic and tone-rich investment.
Fully insured shipping available. Own a piece of Fender history with this pre-CBS Bassman AA864—an American tube amp legend.
Case/Cover?: No
Color: Black
Dimensions: Head W22" x H8" x D9.5" / Cab W32" x H20" x D11.5"
Weight: Head 30 lbs / Cab 51 lbs
Watts: 50 Watts
Date: 1964
Where is Date Noted?: Serial#, Codes
Speaker 1 Brand: ?, Non original
Speaker 1 Size: 12"
Speaker Code: See Pics
Speaker 1 Cone: Original
Speaker 2 Brand: Fender
Speaker 2 Size: 12"
Speaker Code: See Pics
Speaker 2 Cone: Original
Power Transformer Brand/Codes: See Pics
Choke Transformer Brand/Codes: See Pics
Output Transformer Brand/Codes: See Pics
Reverb Transformer Brand/Codes: See Pics
Extension Speaker Out? Yes
Reverb or other effects?: No
Power Tubes: 2 x 6L6
Power Tube Brand: ?
Preamp Tubes: 12AX7, 12AX7, 12AX7, 12AT7
Preamp Tube Brand: ?, ARS, ARS, GE
Filter Caps: Replaced
Pedal: No
Pots/Codes: Original
Tolex/Tweed: Original
Grille: Original
Knobs: Original
Handle: Original
Power Cord: Grounded
Notes:
Shipping policy:
When you purchase this item you are hereby agreeing to this shipping policy. We remove tubes from amps that could be damaged in shipping. These cases result in multiple box shipments, and they require the buyer to do some assembly on delivery. We do this because we have experienced shipping issues in the past, and this is our prevention measure. Vintage amps are sold as-is because they can need service intermittently. Everything is tested here in our shop on the way into our inventory, and again before shipping. We will cover shipping damage, but we cannot be responsible for the failure of vintage components in 20-to-50-plus year old amps. Shipments will require signature on delivery, no exceptions. If there is damage, the buyer must retain all packing materials intact and picture them immediately and send them to sales@maharsvintageguitars.com. Less than 1% of our shipments are damaged in transit, and we are committed to making sure your item arrives safely, but we are taking these additional measures to make sure you are happy with your purchase.
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All orders ship within three business days of the receipt of an order, usually faster. Tracking information will be automatically forwarded to all buyers. Buyers must retain all shipping materials in the event a return is necessary.
Returns accepted if the purchaser responds within 48 hours of receipt of an item and there is a discrepancy relating to the condition or originality of an item. Returns are not accepted for items that do not meet the needs or sonic tastes of clients due to the subjective nature, unless such concern is stated prior to the purchase. Any return for reasons other than incorrect advertising of condition or originality on the part of Mahar's Vintage Guitars shall be the responsibility of the buyer, which shall result in the buyer paying all shipping costs (to and from) their location.