Magnatone Varsity M-197-3-V preset

Verified · 94/100 confidence. Complete schematic. All component values readable. Parameters derived directly from the circuit.

The Magnatone Varsity M-197-3-V is an early, very simple student amp from Magna Electronics of Los Angeles. A 6SJ7 pentode preamp drives a single-ended 6V6, rectified by a 5Y3, with two instrument inputs and a volume control. It has a warm, compressed tone that breaks up early.

• Made in: USA
• Channels: 1
• Preamp tubes: 1× 6SJ7
• Power tubes: 1× 6V6

Tags: american, vintage, 6v6, low-wattage, practice.

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