1946 Bell & Howell Model 179 Opti-onics Vintage Film Projector Tube Amplifier – 100% Original Amp Head, Perfect Conversion Project
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– For your consideration is this 1946 Bell & Howell Model 179 Opti-onics Part 14027 film projector amplifier.
– Very similar to the Filmosound Model 621, the 179 chassis sports a pair of 6V6 power tubes, a 5Y3 rectifier tube, as well as, a 6SJ7 and a 6SN7. This classic combo makes for the perfect guitar amp.
– This example, serial number 131280, is in unrestored original condition. It’s the perfect candidate for a conversion project.
– The transformers are guaranteed to be in perfect working order, and the Chicago Standard A1218 output transformer has a date stamp of late-’46.
– It is missing several tubes.
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