What tubes does the Premier 88 2 use?

The Premier 88 2 uses 2x 12AX7 preamp tubes and 2x 6L6 power tubes.

When was the Premier 88 2 produced?

The Premier 88 2 was produced 1960–1966.

Premier 88 2 preset

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The Premier 88-2 was a revised version of the Premier 88, incorporating circuit updates that refined the tone and improved reliability over the original design. Like its predecessor, it offered a warm tube tone with vibrato and multiple instrument inputs, making it a versatile choice for jazz ensembles and small dance band applications. The incremental design improvements reflected Premier's effort to stay competitive as the amplifier market became more crowded in the early 1960s. It retains the fundamental character of the original 88 while offering marginal improvements in performance.

Years produced: 1960–1966
Made in: USA
Channels: 2
Preamp tubes: 2x 12AX7
Power tubes: 2x 6L6

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