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 5F2A Princeton is an upscale version of the tweed Champ. It adds a one-knob tone control 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 Fender’s line of “student amps,” the Princeton was a bump up in price and features for those who wanted a little more than the bare bones Champ.

Nowadays, the tweed Princeton is a favorite of players who love the pure tone of a Champ, but want a bit 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, Soursound transformers, Jupiter Red capacitors, carbon composition resistors.

Base Price                                                             $1600

OPTIONS

Speakers

• Eminence GA10-SC59                                     +$50
• Celestion Gold                                                  +$75
• Your choice                                                        TBD

Capacitors

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