{"product_id":"1960-fender-vibrolux-1","title":"1960 Fender Vibrolux 5F11","description":"\u003cp\u003eFor your consideration, \u003cstrong\u003eGarrett Park Guitars\u003c\/strong\u003e presents this \u003cstrong\u003e1960 Fender Vibrolux\u003c\/strong\u003e (Model \u003cstrong\u003e5F11\u003c\/strong\u003e, Serial No. \u003cstrong\u003e03765\u003c\/strong\u003e)—a superb example of Fender’s classic tweed-era tremolo amplifier and one of the most musically versatile small-format combos of the period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIntroduced in 1956, the Vibrolux holds a special place in Fender history as the company’s first amplifier to feature \u003cstrong\u003ebuilt-in tremolo\u003c\/strong\u003e, debuting alongside the larger Tremolux. The 5F11 circuit remained essentially unchanged throughout its production run, a testament to how fully realized the design was from the outset. With its fixed-bias, dual-6V6 output section and bias-modulated tremolo, the Vibrolux delivers a unique balance of clarity, warmth, and dynamic response—offering more headroom and authority than many contemporaneous tweed models while retaining the unmistakable sweetness of late-’50s Fender tone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis 1960 example presents in \u003cstrong\u003every good plus cosmetic and operational condition\u003c\/strong\u003e and has been professionally serviced, dialed in, and is ready to play. The original tweed covering remains intact, displaying an attractive, honest patina with moderate wear consistent with age. The chassis chrome is notably clean, with approximately \u003cstrong\u003e95% of the original white silk-screen lettering intact\u003c\/strong\u003e, and the original tube chart remains present and legible, bearing a \u003cstrong\u003e1960 date stamp\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eImportantly, this Vibrolux is \u003cstrong\u003elargely original where it matters most\u003c\/strong\u003e. It retains its original tweed, cabinet, grille cloth and baffle, back panels, knobs, pots, press-on tube shields, tube chart, and most hardware. The amp is equipped with its original \u003cstrong\u003eJensen Alnico P10R speaker\u003c\/strong\u003e (code \u003cstrong\u003e220945\u003c\/strong\u003e, 45th week of 1959), as well as its original \u003cstrong\u003eTriad power transformer\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eSchumacher output transformer\u003c\/strong\u003e—all fully consistent with the production period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom a service standpoint, the amplifier has been thoughtfully and respectfully maintained with performance and longevity in mind. It has received a professional recap using high-quality components, with new electrolytics discreetly housed inside the original \u003cstrong\u003eAstron Minimite\u003c\/strong\u003e cardboard sleeves to preserve a period-correct appearance. Original potentiometers have been cleaned and deoxidized for smooth, noise-free operation, and a \u003cstrong\u003emodern grounded power cord\u003c\/strong\u003e has been installed for safety. The original Astron .005µF tone capacitor remains intact, while select bypass capacitors have been upgraded using blue Ajax-style components for improved reliability and reduced noise. The amp is supplied with quality NOS tubes and performs exceptionally well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt should be noted that some carbon composition resistors were replaced with carbon film types prior to our ownership—a common and widely accepted modification that typically results in lower noise without materially altering the amp’s character. As with all vintage Fender amplifiers from this era, it is recommended that the amp be operated at period-correct wall voltage (110–115V) using a BrownBox or similar device to ensure optimal performance and long-term health.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA non-original brown footswitch is included, along with select replaced parts and the original handle. The amp has been well cared for throughout its life, including prior ownership by an amplifier technician, and it remains a strong, inspiring example of one of Fender’s most musically complete tweed designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAltogether, this is a \u003cstrong\u003ewell-preserved, professionally serviced 1960 Fender Vibrolux\u003c\/strong\u003e that offers exceptional tone, historical significance, and real-world usability. For players and collectors alike, the 5F11 Vibrolux stands apart as a remarkably capable and rewarding vintage amplifier—and this example delivers on every front.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel \u0026amp; Origin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eFender Vibrolux (5F11)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSerial Number:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003e03765\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYear:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003e1960\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCountry of Manufacture:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eUSA\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChassis \u0026amp; Electronics\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCircuit:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003e5F11 Tweed Vibrolux\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOutput Power:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eApprox. 10 watts\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eControls:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eVolume, Tone, Tremolo Speed, Tremolo Depth\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTransformers:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eOriginal Triad power \u0026amp; Schumacher output\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePower Cord:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eUpgraded 3-prong\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpeaker \u0026amp; Cabinet\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpeaker:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eOriginal Jensen Alnico P10R (220-945)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCabinet:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eOriginal Vibrolux combo cabinet\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCovering \u0026amp; Grille:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eOriginal tweed with brown grille cloth\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCosmetic \u0026amp; Functional Condition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOverall Condition:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eVery Good+; attractive patina with honest wear\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOriginality:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eLargely original with professional, sympathetic servicing\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFunctionality:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eFully functional; serviced and ready to play\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Fender","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47516290056431,"sku":"03765","price":5900.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0743\/5341\/files\/IMG_0096.jpg?v=1769198511","url":"https:\/\/gpguitars.com\/en-eu\/products\/1960-fender-vibrolux-1","provider":"Garrett Park Guitars","version":"1.0","type":"link"}