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Fender 'Red Knob' Dual Showman & matching cabinets

Fender 'Red Knob' Dual Showman & matching cabinets

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Step back in time with the 1987 Fender Dual Showman & matching cabinets, a classic piece of musical history that has graced countless stages. Renowned for its powerful sound and reliability, this amplifier stack is a testament to Fender's dedication to quality and craftsmanship. Built during an era where tube-driven amplification was king, the Dual Showman delivers a rich, warm tone that modern digital amplifiers often strive to emulate. Known for its versatility, this amp can effortlessly handle a range of genres, from rock and blues to jazz and country.

The Dual Showman is equipped with a robust 100-watt output that ensures your sound will be heard loud and clear, whether you're playing a small club or an outdoor festival. Its vintage tube circuitry provides a dynamic response, allowing for a wide range of expressive playing styles. The matching cabinets are designed to complement the head, providing an expansive sound that fills the room with ease. Musicians who appreciate the authenticity of analog sound will find this stack to be an irreplaceable part of their setup.

Key Features:

100-watt all-tube amplifier head
Matched with specially designed cabinets for optimal sound projection
Vintage tube circuitry for classic tonal warmth and dynamic response
Suitable for a variety of music genres, including rock, blues, jazz, and country
Renowned for its durability and reliable performance on stage

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We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Fender 'Red Knob' Dual Showman & matching cabinets.

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The Torpedo CaptorX allows for active attenuation without losing treble and punch, enabling use of a 100-watt amp at bedroom levels or complete silence with headphones.
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Torpedo CaptorX offers a stereo output with XLR outputs and can replicate a 2x15" cab, specifically matching the bass response of the JBL D130F speakers.
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Available in 8 ohm and 16 ohm versions, the 8 ohm 100-watt version is highlighted for its compatibility with the Torpedo CaptorX.
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The ability to play through headphones makes the Fender Dual Showman with Torpedo CaptorX ideal for apartment living or late-night playing without disturbing neighbors.
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Compared with modern amps like the Katana, the Fender Dual Showman provides a unique tone that many users find superior, despite the Katana’s versatility and sound options.
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The 80s saw the ADA MP-1 rack pre-amp favored for its stereo chorus with overdrive, perfect for recreating 80s tones.
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Solid state amps like the Peavey Rock Master and Traynor models were noted for their durability and unique tonal qualities despite being overshadowed by tube amps.
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Owners appreciate the rarity and historical value of the Fender Dual Showman, especially in regions like Italy, where these models are hard to find and highly valued.
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Owners recall not achieving desired breakup tones at lower volumes with certain tube amps, leading them to switch to other models like the Hiwatt Custom 50 Bulldog.
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Value and pricing

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A Fender Dual Showman with a matching 2x15" cab was purchased for $125 in the mid-80s, illustrating its historical affordability.
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A Fender Champ 12 owner upgraded the original preamp tube to a JJ and the speaker to a Jensen C12N for improved performance.
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mevans4130

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about 10 years ago

Clean and beautiful

This amp will make you look twice... 120 watts of pure crystal clear cleans with a second channel I use to mimic the Jerry Garcia tone.

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Eric Clapton

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Mark Knopfler’s Guitar Heroes

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In his 1988 interview with the Japanese Young Guitar magazine, Eric Clapton referred to the Fender Dual Showman as being his stage amp before he started using Soldano amps (see lot 91). Clapton used these Dual Showmans as his main stage amps between 1987 and 1988.