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More information about the unique amplifiers made by Magnatone and Valco
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. . . . VIBRATO VASTNESS . . . .
"The ultimate in modern amplifiers --the Custom 280 has a sound BIG AS ALL OUTDOORS-- the Vastness of the sky combined with MAGNATONE'S BIG "V" Electronic True Vibrato-- the newest audio circuit design by modern electronic engineering. The only musical instrument amplifier designed to produce Vast Stereophonic Sound. The instant response, the reserve power, the extreme wide range from rich round base to sparkling brillant highs, and the modern accoustically cabinet makes the Custom 280 an innovation in the world of music. The Custom 280 is designed for use with accordions, string bass and bass guitars, as well as standard Spanish and steel guitars. " . . . .1957 catalog hype
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Here is a Custom 280 Double V, from Robert Cray's collection. Notice the different style and grid pattern in the background on the nameplate (nameplate has gridwork, "Behind Version") vs the 280-A and 260-A models, that have their nameplate is in front of the grill cloth on an overhang. Models like this one, built at the Inglewood location, had their nameplates set into the grill with an extra piece for the overhang. Here are the specifics: Power supply transformer #4410 (manufacturer's EIA date code: 606747, meaning the 47th week of 1957). Two output transformers #4411 (manufacturer's EIA date code: 606812, meaning the 12th week of 1958). 137-839 Sample pot date (39th week of 1958). Inglewood, CA on control panel. Two 12" speakers: 4605 on Magnet, model 12L5N-1, cone Approx. 50 watts.
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P4126-1, 465-841 & 465-905, 5" Tweeters, model T5EC1 on Magnet, 465802 on both solid metal Baskets. Two Sangand PLT-7412 can-type filter capacitors (20/10/10 mfd @ 450vdc). Dimensions: 25" Wide. 9" Deep. 20" High. Weight 48 lbs. Original catalog price was $395.00.
