Bill Hughes is quoted in the Ampeg book as saying that they thought they'd sell 50 or 60 to rich pros and hobbyists but ended up selling many thousands of them. So the answer is "many thousands" 
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Ampeg SVT Blueline Club, 68 to early 70's.
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$2250 for the SVT rig was a lot of money back then. That was half of what I paid for a new Chevy around that time.
People do it but I wouldn't. Maybe it's just me, I like to keep a low digital profile.
Hey Friends,
I am restoring a '72 Blueline, and wondering what you guys recommend for cleaning the faceplate, inside preamp casing, and chassis (we know Jimmy likes windex) lol.. JK.. I need something that will really make this baby shine again.
Best,
I am restoring a '72 Blueline, and wondering what you guys recommend for cleaning the faceplate, inside preamp casing, and chassis (we know Jimmy likes windex) lol.. JK.. I need something that will really make this baby shine again.
Best,
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Be very careful, IIRC you can easily end up erasing the blue stenciling.
The tried and true warm soapy water might be your best bet.
Thanks OneDrop
Yes, I tried some hot water, for an initial quick cleanup, it took quite a bit off, but it still is a little hazy. I will try some soap, are we talking hand soap like dove, or dishwashing soap like palmolive?
Yes, I tried some hot water, for an initial quick cleanup, it took quite a bit off, but it still is a little hazy. I will try some soap, are we talking hand soap like dove, or dishwashing soap like palmolive?
As stated be conservative and start with mild soap and water.
I clean the inside of the chassis and circuit boards with 99% isopropyl alcohol. There is a product called Safety Wash that I also use [Invalid or Expired Link Removed].
Use the IPA with Q-tips and cotton makeup removing pads. All available from a pharmacy. Be careful IPA will remove the black paint on the power amp chassis. If you completely disassemble the pre, scrubbing bubbles type bathroom cleaners do a very good job. Metal polishes are another option.
I clean the inside of the chassis and circuit boards with 99% isopropyl alcohol. There is a product called Safety Wash that I also use [Invalid or Expired Link Removed].
Use the IPA with Q-tips and cotton makeup removing pads. All available from a pharmacy. Be careful IPA will remove the black paint on the power amp chassis. If you completely disassemble the pre, scrubbing bubbles type bathroom cleaners do a very good job. Metal polishes are another option.
I had Windex when I cleaned out my SVT so that's what I used
I usually clean blueline faceplates with come sort of bathroom cleaner, like Jimmy whatever spray is on hand, and a soft brush.
The stubborn ones get removed and are given a very light sanding with fine sandpaper wrapped around an autobody rubber block. I wet sand with a drop of soap to lubricate. This can make it look like new but you have to be very careful. Since the blue is lower in the engraved cutout, it doesn't get touched by the sandpaper. I usually take these measures when there are scratches in the faceplate that I want to remove.
The stubborn ones get removed and are given a very light sanding with fine sandpaper wrapped around an autobody rubber block. I wet sand with a drop of soap to lubricate. This can make it look like new but you have to be very careful. Since the blue is lower in the engraved cutout, it doesn't get touched by the sandpaper. I usually take these measures when there are scratches in the faceplate that I want to remove.
I didnt sell this...I ended up keeping it, and soooo glad I did, the tone and power is unmatched with anything Ive played...I love this rig.
I went through the same crisis of conscience my own self last year. Was all ready to sell my 69, it didn't sell, and I'm now keeping it, at least for a while.
Help!
I was playing my SVT last week, as normal, when I heard a "pop" (the exact same type that you hear if you unplug from your bass when the amp isn't in standby). The panel light immediately cut off, as did the fan, and it doesn't power back on. No sound, no light, totally dead. Any idea what could have gone wrong? I'm taking it to a tech on Wednesday, but I thought I'd get a preliminary diagnosis.
I was playing my SVT last week, as normal, when I heard a "pop" (the exact same type that you hear if you unplug from your bass when the amp isn't in standby). The panel light immediately cut off, as did the fan, and it doesn't power back on. No sound, no light, totally dead. Any idea what could have gone wrong? I'm taking it to a tech on Wednesday, but I thought I'd get a preliminary diagnosis.
No panel light, did you check the fuse? Some amps have an internal fuse as well.
Check the plug, sometimes a wire breaks there or at the other end where the cable enters the chassis.
Check the plug, sometimes a wire breaks there or at the other end where the cable enters the chassis.
My 69 Linden NJ Super Valve Technology head. One of my most prized possessions. I had an eden 4x10 for sale in the local paper in the 90s and a guy called to see if I would trade it for this head.
Bet he's kicking himself now. Or maybe not. Dunno. I would be, that's for sure.
