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SOLD (Feeler) 1960s Audio Guild Corp. Versatone Pan-O-Flex Combo

Discussion in 'For Sale: Amps, Preamps, and Cabinets' started by jpbicknell, Jun 22, 2020.

  1. Jun 22, 2020 #1
    jpbicknell

    jpbicknell

    Feb 6, 2020
    California
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    I think this is a 1x12 iteration of the famous Versatone Pan-O-Flex... all original except the fuse holder I replaced (kept original).

    It is in great working condition but could use a full restoration of filter caps, cleaning pots, testing tubes etc..

    Hard to find information about this exact model “Bonham Double Bass 249”

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  2. Jun 22, 2020 #2
    31HZ

    31HZ Glad to be here Gold Supporting Member Supporting Member

    Feb 26, 2006
    Central VA, USA
    Whoa!
     
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  3. Jun 23, 2020 #3
    emblymouse

    emblymouse exempt

    Jan 22, 2006
    I wish I were skilled enough to have at this. Is it 100w?
     
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  4. Jun 23, 2020 #4
    jpbicknell

    jpbicknell

    Feb 6, 2020
    California
    not sure of the wattage figures...I’ve read 25?
     
  5. Jun 28, 2020 #5
    Robal

    Robal Supporting Member

    Oct 26, 2003
    Los Angeles
    There were various iterations that Audio Guild made of these single channel, two output transformer, 4x7591 power tube, 1x12 bass amps, using several names, e.g., Audio Guild, Versatone, and Bonham. Original transformers, shallow interior port cab, and Utah speaker are vital to the sound, IMHO.
     
  6. Jun 28, 2020 #6
    Robal

    Robal Supporting Member

    Oct 26, 2003
    Los Angeles
    PM sent
     
  7. Jul 11, 2020 #7
    emblymouse

    emblymouse exempt

    Jan 22, 2006
    I know Jack Casady put some form of a Versatone in front of all that Alembic and Phase Linear stuff he used back in the day. That was the creamy sustain he got.
     
  8. Aug 22, 2020 #8
    jpbicknell

    jpbicknell

    Feb 6, 2020
    California
    Just had the amp serviced locally, recap and new resistors as needed. JJ repro tubes in the bass section. Sounding great, maybe too great for my usage...