Pre-Owned Silvertone Model 1484 Twin Twelve 60 Watt Guitar Head

 

The Silvertone Model 1484: Vintage Vibe, Studio Favorite

Classic 1960s Tube Tone with a Cult Following

The Silvertone Model 1484 "Twin Twelve" amplifier head, introduced in the mid-60s and built by Danelectro, has become a staple for tone hounds and retro purists alike. This 1965 example channels the warmth, rawness, and responsiveness that have made the 1484 legendary among players like Jack White and Beck. With its 60 watts of tube-driven power, this amp head delivers sweet cleans, lush tremolo and reverb, and thick, saturated breakup when cranked.

Dual Channel Flexibility and Built-In Effects

Designed with two independent channels and onboard tremolo and reverb, the 1484 provides a broad tonal palette. Bridge the channels for added punch and gain, or keep them separate for clean layering in a studio setting. The tremolo pulses with a rich, vintage wobble while the reverb offers a splashy, room-filling echo that has earned this amp a permanent seat in the studio gear racks of producers and touring artists alike.

Battle-Worn Aesthetics with Honest Mojo

This particular unit shows visible wear consistent with its age: nicks and scuffs in the tolex, light rust and patina on the metal components, and a look that tells stories from its past life. It’s a true survivor, with character to match its tone. The cosmetics do not affect performance, and the amp remains a rock-solid piece of working history.

Vintage Appeal Meets Modern Relevance

Whether you're after that raw, spitty garage-rock tone or using it as a studio secret weapon for clean textures with attitude, the 1484 stands tall. Known for its ability to handle both guitar and bass, this amp is surprisingly versatile, with a sound that sits beautifully in a modern mix while retaining all its vintage charm.

Includes Power Cable and Ready to Rock

This head unit includes its power cable and is ready for action. If you're pairing it with a cabinet, the original 1484 was matched with two 12-inch Jensen speakers in a separate enclosure, a setup still worth replicating today for the full experience.

Specifications:

• Year: 1965

• Type: Amplifier Head

• Output: 60 watts

• Channels: 2 (bridgeable)

• Built-in Effects: Tremolo and Reverb

• Construction: Tube

• Dimensions: Approximately 19 inches x 7 inches x 9 inches

• Fully Inspected at Five Star Guitars: Grounded 3-prong IEC Power cable apears to be the only modification. Filter caps show no signs of bulging and have no DC bleed.

This item is at Five Star Guitars on consignment. As a result, all sales are final.

This amplifier head ships fully insured with signature required.