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Unleash your bass tones with the Sound City B140, a powerhouse among bass amplifier cabinets that has been designed for discerning musicians who demand quality and precision. This cabinet is engineered to deliver a full-bodied sound that resonates with clarity and depth, making it a staple for both live performances and studio sessions. The B140 is built to handle high-powered amplification, ensuring your sound remains robust and dynamic across a range of frequencies.

With its high-efficiency driver technology, the B140 provides a punchy and articulate bass response that cuts through any mix. Whether you're laying down smooth jazz grooves or driving rock rhythms, this cabinet amplifies your bass lines with exceptional clarity. The rugged construction of the Sound City B140 ensures durability, allowing it to withstand the rigors of touring and frequent setups and breakdowns. Compatibility with various amplifier heads gives musicians the flexibility they need to craft their unique sound.

Key Features:

High-efficiency driver for enhanced bass response
Designed for compatibility with multiple amplifier heads
Rugged construction for durability
Suitable for live performances and studio sessions
Articulate sound clarity across a wide frequency range

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Carl Radle

Bassist

Derek and the Dominos

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Auctioned via Julien’s as Lot #1273 of Music Icons.

A pair of vintage Sound City brand B140 model speaker cabinets bearing Derek and The Dominos identification stencils in white aerosol. The group, helmed by Eric Clapton, only lasted a little over a year but produced one of the most iconic rock 'n roll albums, Layla and Other Assorted Love Songs.

The speakers were obtained by the current owner from a former guitar tech for Johnny Winter.

YEAR

c.1970-73

BRAND

Sound City

MODEL

B 140

TYPE

Speaker Cabinets

SERIAL NUMBER

B87F1061 and B87F1062

PHYSICAL ATTRIBUTES

Sturdy Baltic Birchwood pair of 4x12 speaker cabinets probably intended for bass due to the rear rectangular ports and the "B" in the model number. Loaded with likely non-original Celestion g12-75 speakers (Fanes usually with Sound City logo were stock), 300W RMS each cab. The front baffles have been re-painted and the non-original grill cloth is of a non-vintage style. They have been stenciled with spray paint: the numbers "3" and "4" in silver on the respective cab sides and "Derek & The Dominoes" in white on each unit as is found on other examples of Dominoes equipment. 1/4" speaker jacks.

OPERATION

Both cabs are in working order and sound good.

CONDITION NOTES

In good non-original condition with some scuffs

Rock 'N' Roll

Estimate:

$2000-$4000