What tubes does the Rick-Tone Type 17 Mercury - Normal use?

The Rick-Tone Type 17 Mercury - Normal uses 2x 12AX7 preamp tubes and 2x 6L6 power tubes.

When was the Rick-Tone Type 17 Mercury - Normal produced?

The Rick-Tone Type 17 Mercury - Normal was produced 1950–1957.

Rick-Tone Type 17 Mercury - Normal preset

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The Rickenbacker RickTone 17 is an 18-watt tube amplifier from the mid-range of the RickTone line, providing adequate power for the small club and ballroom performances common in early rock and roll and Western swing. Its two-channel layout allows separate input levels for guitar and microphone, reflecting its multi-purpose design intent. The RickTone 17 delivers a warm, open clean tone with the slight top-end emphasis characteristic of all RickTone models.

Years produced: 1950–1957
Made in: USA
Wattage: 17W
Channels: 2
Preamp tubes: 2x 12AX7
Power tubes: 2x 6L6

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