A rare combo in this country, and in great original condition. The lap steel in this set is the older but more favoured version of the EH185 with the legendary Charlie Chtistian pickup and ‘chocalate’ control knobs. A great steel for modern players as it doesn’t have the bridge cover that gets in the way of right hand damping on many vintage steels.It just sings!
The EH185 amp has a pair of the early versions of the 6L6 power amp tubes putting out around 20 watts in this circuit. Preamp tubes are 6j7 octals which are a more complex sounding tube than the 12AX7 and 12AY7 9-pin preamp tubes that replaced the octal tubes in American amps later in the 50s. This amp is largely original and sounds great. As stated by Vintage Guitar Magazine:”‘Even a quick blast through a good 1939-’40 Gibson EH-185 comes as a shocker; not only usable, but deep, rich, biting, and full of character, this amp is a world-class tone machine, and it works for just about anything short of the extremes of heavy rock and metal. Not that this is news to everyone”.
Both amp and lap steel case are covered in luxurious, lacquered aircraft-style tweed cloth with red race stripes (so you play faster).
- ▼Features
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- 6L6 power amp tubes
- 6j7 octal preamp tubes
- 20 watts
- ▼Availability & Shipping
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Do you actually have the product in stock?
Yes, all products that are showing "Available" are in stock at our store in Lismore NSW.
When will my order ship?
Items will be shipped on the same day for orders received before midday on business days. Otherwise, the order will shipped on the next business day. Availabilty of products is updated on our website every 10 minutes.
Do you have free shipping?
Yes, free Shipping is provided for all orders in Australia where the total cost is above $250. For orders under $250 a flat rate shipping fee of $15 will be added at checkout. Note: Free shipping cannot be provided for some remote and rural areas of Australia. Due to TNT introducing new charges on heavy items, we now have a flat $65 shipping fee for items that exceed 30kg in cubic weight or actual weight.
Who are your shipping providers?
We use Australia Post and TNT for most of our deliveries.
Can I track my order?
Yes, you will be emailed tracking details when your order is dispatched.
