What tubes does the Fender 5C3 Lo use?

The Fender 5C3 Lo uses 2× 12AY7 preamp tubes and 2× 6V6 power tubes.

When was the Fender 5C3 Lo produced?

The Fender 5C3 Lo was produced 1953–1954.

Fender 5C3 Lo preset

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The Deluxe 5C3 is an early wide-panel tweed Deluxe, one of the first iterations in the narrow-to-wide-panel transition. At 12 watts with two 6V6 output tubes, it offers the warm, organic tweed character that makes the Deluxe line enduringly beloved.

Years produced: 1953–1954
Made in: USA
Wattage: 12W
Channels: 2
Preamp tubes: 2× 12AY7
Power tubes: 2× 6V6

Tags: american, tweed, vintage, breakup.

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