5F2 Princeton

TOPOLOGY
High and low sensitivity inputs. One 12AX7 gain stage followed by a simple, one-knob tone stack. A second 12AX7 gain stage drives a single-ended power section running a cathode biased 6V6 in true “Class A” operation. 5Y3 rectifier. Single 10″ speaker in a 18″x16″x9″ cabinet.

DESCRIPTION
The Princeton is a beefed up version of the tweed Champ. It adds a simple tone stack for some basic EQ capability, and uses slightly larger transformers, a bigger cabinet, and a 10″ speaker for a fuller sound and a little more volume. Originally a part of the line of “student amps,” the Princeton was a step up in price and features for those who wanted and could afford a little more.

Nowadays, the tweed Princeton is a favorite of players who love the pure tone of a Champ, but want some more versatility and an amp that sounds bigger and fuller in the room. For many, this is the perfect home and practice amp.

BASE CONFIGURATION
Weber 10A125 speaker, Mercury Magnetics transformers, Jupiter Red capacitors, carbon composition resistors.

Base Price                                                             $1200

OPTIONS

Speakers

• Eminence 1028K                                               -$20
• Celestion Gold                                                  +$75
• Your choice                                                        TBD

Capacitors

• Mallory 150                                                        -$20
• Jupiter Yellow                                                    -$10