What tubes does the Ampeg Reverb Rocket R-12-R - Normal use?

The Ampeg Reverb Rocket R-12-R - Normal uses 3× 12AX7 preamp tubes and 2× 6V6 power tubes.

When was the Ampeg Reverb Rocket R-12-R - Normal produced?

The Ampeg Reverb Rocket R-12-R - Normal was produced 1961–1966.

Ampeg Reverb Rocket R-12-R - Normal preset

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The Reverb Rocket R-12-R is a guitar combo featuring Ampeg's characteristic spring reverb and a 12-inch speaker. The Normal channel provides clean 6V6 tone with the lush reverb that made the Reverberocket name famous. One of the most popular and musically satisfying guitar amps Ampeg produced in the 1960s.

Years produced: 1961–1966
Made in: USA
Wattage: 15W
Channels: 2
Preamp tubes: 3× 12AX7
Power tubes: 2× 6V6

Tags: guitar, american, vintage, low-wattage, reverb, clean.

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