Now here’s something you don’t see every day. An extremely clean and 100% original 1959 Gibson GA-40 Les Paul Amplifier. This amp was brought to a local music store that sends me out of warranty and vintage amplifiers for repair and restoration. The gentleman that owns it bought it in 1959 and from what I was told played it for a year or so and then was stored in his basement for the past nearly 50 years. Because the amp sat for so long without being used every capacitor in the amp was bad and had to be replaced. A 3-prong grounded AC cord was added and the brown lamp cord that connects the amp chassis to the footswitch had to be replaced as well. The owner wanted a new set of tubes and after a good servicing the amp came right to life. I have to say it sounded awesome! I was pleasantly surprised at the harmonically rich tone and one of the best sounding tremolo effects I’ve heard.
The story doesn’t end here. I’ll bet your wondering what guitar he purchased waaaay back in 1959. I’ll give you three guesses. Those of you who guessed a 1959 Gibson Les Paul sunburst are correct! I personally did not see the guitar but from what a few people told me it was in mint condition. The only thing that gave away that it was an old guitar was the dry looking tuner buttons.
Also from what I’m told the owner wants to get back into playing and has plans to play his guitar and amp once more. He’s not going to leave it under the bed or sell it off…..he’s going to play it! I think that’s wonderful because after all that’s what they were built for…..right?
My shop is located at 1 Executive Dr Unit L Toms River, NJ 08755
Please feel free to email me if you have any questions or are in need of some tech work.
- Monday: 10am - 5pm
- Tuesday: 10am - 5pm
- Wednesday: Closed
- Thursday: 10am - 5pm
- Friday: 10am - 5pm
- Saturday 10am - 2pm. (I am in every other Saturday).
I am also an Eminence, Mercury Magnetics, Mojo Musical Supply dealer.
I do all the tech work myself so you deal directly with me. I am a one man shop and my hours can vary so please contact me to confirm that I will be open.
Email me: billy@300guitars.com
Call or text me: 848-218-0362
Shipping Info for all repair work:
Please ship all repairs to: 1 Executive Dr Unit L Toms River, NJ 08755
I am currently offering all phases of guitar work which includes:
- Set-ups
- Fret dressing
- Re-fretting
- New hand cut custom bone nuts & saddles
- Electronics work
And amplifier work which includes:
- Basic maintenance
- Bias adjustment
- Repairs and restorations
- Modifications
- And more....
Testimonials:
David Nicholas - The 20watt amp is sounding fantastic! Delivered the goods at the gig and I'm finding cool tones all over the place with it. Love the cab w Emenince Tonkerlites too- perfect for my sounds! Makes the 12 string sound like a grand piano!
Peter Lacis - I had an audition for something recently that was all about Led Zeppelin I -- my custom Pennalizer BLEW THE MINDS of the guys I was playing with. They couldn't believe the sounds coming out of that amp. That album was never in my mind when I came up with the idea....so that's yet another testament to the amazing work that you do.
Scott Goldberg - I am very satisfied with the set-up, and the fast turn around. With the "lower" action it feels easier to play. I will definitely spread the word.