{"title":"Watkins","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"watkins-dominator-1582075","title":"Watkins Dominator","description":"\u003ci\u003eThe following specs were carefully collected and recorded by a skilled technician. 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The cross support beam for the sides of the cabinet has been replaced with new mounting blocks. A three-prong power cable has been installed. One jumper wire from the first channel's volume to the tone control has been replaced. A two position power switch has been installed.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAmp Details: \u003c\/b\u003eThe amplifier cosmetically is consistent with units produced between late 1959 and early 1960. The transformers, pots, and most of the electrical components are original. The amplifier can only function on EU power, and has 210, 220, and 240V taps on the power transformer.  One of the original speakers is included, but will need to be reconed. The serial number has worn away from the inspection tag.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Watkins","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40099699228807,"sku":"U4081761302","price":2299.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0343\/4368\/2183\/products\/watkins-amps-guitar-cabinets-watkins-dominator-u4081761302-29636403888263.jpg?v=1662484279"},{"product_id":"watkins-wem-clubman-1960s-1893343","title":"Watkins WEM Clubman  1960s","description":"\u003ci\u003eThe following specs were carefully collected and recorded by a skilled technician. 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The covering is worn and scuffed. The hardware has a strong patina. There are a few extra holes in the control panel from the original locations of the input jacks.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"\" sans helvetica sans-serif\u003e\u003cb style=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModifications and Repairs \/ Playability\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e: The amplifier has been mostly rebuilt, with the original pots, speaker, and transformers remaining, as well as a few original components. The input jacks have been relocated. One of the hinges for the cover has been replaced.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"\" sans helvetica sans-serif\u003e\u003cb style=\"\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAmp Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e: The amplifier was previously owned by Josh Klinghoffer, and has been used in many recording sessions in his studio. The most unique feature of this amp besides the rarity of this particular circuit and the association with Josh, is the built in tape echo. The amp also has a built-in microphone mounting stand. The amplifier runs off of European AC voltage, and a step up transformer is needed for operation. The amp includes a road case.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Watkins","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40941466321031,"sku":"U5937527906","price":9995.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0343\/4368\/2183\/files\/watkins-amps-guitar-combos-watkins-the-joker-25-watt-1x12-guitar-combo-amp-w-road-case-1960s-u5937527906-31161374539911.jpg?v=1708123969"},{"product_id":"watkins-joker-1960s-1989511","title":"Watkins Joker  1960s","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBelongs to Richard Fortus of Guns and Roses. This is the amp he got by mentioning that he was looking for one in one of our videos when we were selling his collection. He ended up with two and is selling one of them. It was cleaned up and serviced by his good friend and amp guru Obeid Khan. 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The amp can run on European AC power only (200, 225, and 250V taps on power selector), and requires a step up transformer for operation.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Watkins","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40977369071751,"sku":"U5974193101","price":7500.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0343\/4368\/2183\/files\/watkins-amps-guitar-amps-guitar-cabinets-watkins-joker-1960s-watkins-joker-1960s-u5974193101-1169705792.jpg?v=1768716429"},{"product_id":"watkins-dominator-1960s-2520234","title":"Watkins Dominator  1960s","description":"\u003ci\u003eThe following specs were carefully collected and recorded by a skilled technician. 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The rectifier tube socket and handle have also been replaced. The speakers have been replaced with two 10\" Vox Heavy Duty Loudspeakers.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eFootswitch: \u003c\/b\u003eNot Included\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Watkins","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44740419027079,"sku":"U7501898403","price":2995.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0343\/4368\/2183\/files\/watkins-amplifiers-watkins-dominator-1960s-watkins-dominator-1960s-u7501898403-1240710633.jpg?v=1779928957"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.chicagomusicexchange.com\/en-mx\/collections\/watkins.oembed","provider":"Chicago Music Exchange","version":"1.0","type":"link"}