1967 Fender Vibro Champ Guitar Combo Amp Black
Description
Bay Area Vintage Guitars is pleased to present a 1967 Fender Vibro Champ in very good condition.
Compact, expressive, and endlessly musical, the Vibro Champ remains one of the most recorded low-wattage amplifiers in Fender history.
What Makes This One Special
• Serial #A08432
• Tube chart code OL — December 1967
• Original AA764 Vibro Champ circuit
• Original factory 8" speaker — period-correct Oxford 8EV (standard Fender OEM for Vibro Champs in 1967)
• Blackface control panel with transitional cosmetics
• Built-in tube tremolo (Speed & Intensity controls)
• Original cabinet, tolex, grille cloth, badge, and control hardware
• Updated 3-prong cord
• Clean, honest vintage condition with natural wear consistent with age
Model History:
Introduced in the early 1960s, the Vibro Champ quickly earned a reputation as the perfect small recording amp. With just a single 6V6 power tube and simple signal path, it delivers pure Fender tone at volumes that are studio-friendly yet dynamically rich.
By 1967, Fender was at the peak of its amplifier design prowess. While cosmetics were beginning to transition, the circuit architecture remained classic Blackface, making late-1967 examples especially desirable.
The Circuit & Tone
This amp features the legendary AA764 Vibro Champ circuit, revered for its:
• Clear, bell-like Fender cleans
• Smooth, singing breakup when pushed
• Exceptional touch sensitivity
• Lush, pulsing tube tremolo
• Surprising depth and harmonic complexity for a 5-watt amp
• The single-ended 6V6 design delivers immediacy and compression that larger amps simply can't replicate—making it ideal for recording, songwriting, and expressive home playing.
Artists & Legacy
The Vibro Champ has been quietly featured on countless recordings and sessions, prized for its ability to sit perfectly in a mix.
Artists known to have used Vibro Champs include:
• Joe Walsh — relied on Champs and Vibro Champs for layered guitar tones
• Dan Auerbach — champion of low-watt vintage Fender amps
• Steve Cropper — known for small Fender combos delivering iconic tones
The Vibro Champ's magic isn't volume—it's clarity, feel, and character.
Why Buy From Bay Area Vintage Guitars?
At Bay Area Vintage Guitars, we live for the stories these instruments tell.
Our passion is fueled by a lifelong obsession with vintage guitars, the magic of classic amplifiers, and the endless pursuit of perfect tone; it's about the fellowship we share with musicians and collectors like you who keep this history alive.
Important Notes
Inventory & Availability: This amp is listed on multiple platforms and may sell elsewhere before we can update this listing. To avoid disappointment, please message us to confirm availability before making an offer or purchase.
Condition & Photos: The accompanying photos depict the actual amp for sale and are integral to the description. Please review them closely.
This vintage amp is offered in as-is condition, not due to any damage or flaws, but rather because of its uniqueness, age, and all-original condition. The amplifier has been checked out, tested, and sounds excellent.
Please do not hesitate to reach out to us with any specific questions before purchasing.
Shipping: ** CALL FOR PRICING **
As with most amps, this one will be packed with utmost care in a custom box to maximize protection. The amp is shipped fully insured.
Ships to the Continental U.S.
Compact, expressive, and endlessly musical, the Vibro Champ remains one of the most recorded low-wattage amplifiers in Fender history.
What Makes This One Special
• Serial #A08432
• Tube chart code OL — December 1967
• Original AA764 Vibro Champ circuit
• Original factory 8" speaker — period-correct Oxford 8EV (standard Fender OEM for Vibro Champs in 1967)
• Blackface control panel with transitional cosmetics
• Built-in tube tremolo (Speed & Intensity controls)
• Original cabinet, tolex, grille cloth, badge, and control hardware
• Updated 3-prong cord
• Clean, honest vintage condition with natural wear consistent with age
Model History:
Introduced in the early 1960s, the Vibro Champ quickly earned a reputation as the perfect small recording amp. With just a single 6V6 power tube and simple signal path, it delivers pure Fender tone at volumes that are studio-friendly yet dynamically rich.
By 1967, Fender was at the peak of its amplifier design prowess. While cosmetics were beginning to transition, the circuit architecture remained classic Blackface, making late-1967 examples especially desirable.
The Circuit & Tone
This amp features the legendary AA764 Vibro Champ circuit, revered for its:
• Clear, bell-like Fender cleans
• Smooth, singing breakup when pushed
• Exceptional touch sensitivity
• Lush, pulsing tube tremolo
• Surprising depth and harmonic complexity for a 5-watt amp
• The single-ended 6V6 design delivers immediacy and compression that larger amps simply can't replicate—making it ideal for recording, songwriting, and expressive home playing.
Artists & Legacy
The Vibro Champ has been quietly featured on countless recordings and sessions, prized for its ability to sit perfectly in a mix.
Artists known to have used Vibro Champs include:
• Joe Walsh — relied on Champs and Vibro Champs for layered guitar tones
• Dan Auerbach — champion of low-watt vintage Fender amps
• Steve Cropper — known for small Fender combos delivering iconic tones
The Vibro Champ's magic isn't volume—it's clarity, feel, and character.
Why Buy From Bay Area Vintage Guitars?
At Bay Area Vintage Guitars, we live for the stories these instruments tell.
Our passion is fueled by a lifelong obsession with vintage guitars, the magic of classic amplifiers, and the endless pursuit of perfect tone; it's about the fellowship we share with musicians and collectors like you who keep this history alive.
Important Notes
Inventory & Availability: This amp is listed on multiple platforms and may sell elsewhere before we can update this listing. To avoid disappointment, please message us to confirm availability before making an offer or purchase.
Condition & Photos: The accompanying photos depict the actual amp for sale and are integral to the description. Please review them closely.
This vintage amp is offered in as-is condition, not due to any damage or flaws, but rather because of its uniqueness, age, and all-original condition. The amplifier has been checked out, tested, and sounds excellent.
Please do not hesitate to reach out to us with any specific questions before purchasing.
Shipping: ** CALL FOR PRICING **
As with most amps, this one will be packed with utmost care in a custom box to maximize protection. The amp is shipped fully insured.
Ships to the Continental U.S.