Should I get this SVT Cl

[spore]

I don't know what year it is, they say its working, through a vendor, I have 30 days to return it.

550$, Can probably talk them down even more.
Worth it, or?
I don't mind the tolex, the wood just looks 'weak'. Not an expert, what do you think?

Would replace my svt3pro

 

[joel406]

No

 

[spore]

No

True.
My drummer talked me out of it also.

 

[BassmanPaul]

Drummers should only be on the drum riser; dr.ooling

I too feel you can do better.

Our website doesn’t seem to like the word dr.ool!

 

[jastacey]

I'd get it, worst case scenario a retube, head case cab be replaced .... IMHO

 

[JimmyM]

At that price, I'd hit it if it works.

 

[beans-on-toast]

Do you realize that it's a made in the USA, SLM amp? Expand the first image and look above the big white label.

If it works, buy it.

The amp can be cleaned, the wood can be repaired, the case can be reskinned. It can be restored to new condition with a bit of work.

 

[sedan_dad]

$550? If it works , get it. You can build or buy a new box.

 

[Slevage]

If it works---- offer 5 bills out the door.

 

[40Hz]

If it plays when you flip the switch and it doesn't smoke after being left on for 10 minutes I'd go $500. Those things are built like tanks. And the SVT was designed by none other than the legendary Bill Hughes. His stuff is still world class when it comes to tone. The cosmetics can all be cleaned up or restored.

If you don't have a problem with the weight, and you don't mind putting some additional cash into getting a tech to give it the once over, and (eventually) restoring it's looks, this could be a real find. You've got 30-days to change your mind.

 

[Bill Whitehurst]

I agree.
A working SVT at that price is a deal.
Worst case, you can fix the cosmetics and still turn
it for a profit.

 

[elgranluis]

Of course you should. Those amps are nearly indestructible (never seen one a actually broken).

 

[Artobass]

If it works, yes.

 

[JJR58]

As everyone else has said, if it works, and doesn't blow up or shut down on you after a bit of use. Get it, restore it.

 

[Bass'd on a true story]

That's like... the new Ampeg Space Odyssey Worn model. Thing looks like it fought for the Rebellion next to Obi Wan Kenobi.

Definitely buy it.

 

[Planespotter]

Get it, rock it as is and bask in the power and glory!

 

[DocGeorge]

That amp has had a hard life!!! I agree you should buy it, but I wouldn't flip the switch until a tech looks at the inside. Who knows how many flights of stairs that head has fallen down.

 

[Engle]

That's like... the new Ampeg Space Odyssey Worn model. Thing looks like it fought for the Rebellion next to Obi Wan Kenobi.

Definitely buy it.

Actually I like it. It's only a matter of time before someone makes "Road Worn" cases for SVT heads...

 

[RiZzBot]

Looks like one of the prongs is missing where you plug in the power chord.

 

[Bass'd on a true story]

Looks like one of the prongs is missing where you plug in the power chord.

I see what you are saying. If he can wing $500 though, that's still not even a deal breaker.