Genz Benz BP30-310 Black Pearl 30w Class A Tube Guitar Amplifier 3x10 Combo RARE

Description: Looking for a quality USA-made Class A tube amp made from top-shelf components, and looking for the Vox AC30 sound + more? You're in luck! This amp was from Genz Benz and was their entry to the boutique guitar amp market, using the AC30 circuitry and Class A EL84 power as a baseline, then added in more tonal options and power output options. For sale is the BP30-310, the 3x10 version of the renowned Black Pearl 30watt class A tube combo amp from Genz Benz. The Black Pearl 30 was an amp of choice for John Hiatt, Brent Mason, and other notable musicians. This is the rarest configuration of Genz Benz Black Pearl 30 amps and the most unique with the factory custom Red Fang speakers in the 3x10 combo arrangement. Includes the factory casters!!! List price was $2529+, so you can calculate what dealer cost would have been. Selling this for way less. I purchased a few of these NEW in 2013 and this was amongst the last units available from Genz. Includes all accessories including cables, foot pedal, AC cord, manual, etc. Will ship in original shipping box with padded/foamed inserts. I listed the item New other because it is essentially the same condition as it was from the shop/distribution warehouse. The ONLY issue I noted upon purchase is that it appears that a small scuff on the left side tolex exists probably from one of the shipping box staples (when packing amp into box, or removing from box). Tried to show a picture of it. Most probably would not even notice it, however I wanted full disclosure. I didn't deem it worth shipping back at that time for I meant to keep these for years and play, however there has been no play. All sales are final, as the item is as-described. Local pickup is encouraged. For Global buyers, due to weight and dimensional volume of shipping box, review the eBay Global Shipping program eligibility rules and exceptions for your country. Many countries are eligible, however there are weight/size limitations that may exclude an item from the program. I will try to work with you in finding alternative means to ship. Many people don’t know that this amp existed nor that the Black Pearl 30 was Genz’s Benz entry into the boutique amp market with top-shelf components, impeccable build quality and features. Genz Benz started with the Vox AC30 as a basis for the design, and they incorporated interesting twists on the tone stacks and additional circuitry. The result has been compared to Vox AC30 meets Fender Twin meets Marshall plexi tones with the various voicings and foot- switchable boost. ---DESCRIPTION from Genz Benz--- The Black Pearl 30 is a classic, all-tube, EL 84, Class A design combined with upgrades, enhancements and tone you would expect from GENZ BENZ. This amplifier is built for those that know tone and feel are inseparable. This new 3 x 10" combo features a newly developed Eminence® Alnico 10" Red Fang™ loudspeakers in a semi-open back cabinet design. The speaker's unique triangular pattern evokes a punchy response and throaty mids. Great top-end chime and a wonderfully defined bottom give the Black Pearl 3x10 a huge sonic footprint. --- FEATURES • Class A, EL 84 Power Tubes • All-Tube Signal Path • Pentode/Triode Selector @ 30 Watts/15 Watts/8 Watts • Tube Boost Preamp Stage (Foot-switchable) • Passive 3-Band EQ • Five-Position Voicing Circuitry • Tube-Driven Reverb • Tube Rectifier • Accutronics™ Long Pan Reverb • Three 10" Alnico Red Fang™ Speakers by Eminence • Solid 13-ply Baltic Birch Plywood Cabinet • Classic Styling

Price: 1200 USD

Location: Willowbrook, Illinois

End Time: 2025-01-01T14:45:57.000Z

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