Earth Sound Research G-1000 Tube Amp Head and G-12E 2x12 Cab. Used. All original

 

Up for sale is a vintage Earth Sound Research amp stack (head + cabinet) in white tolex finish. The amp is fully working, providing great tone for guitar or bass. The distinctive cosmetic wear gives it character and adds to its vintage appeal.

 

This set is ideal for players looking for a working vintage rig, collectors of rare 70s gear, or anyone wanting a unique head + cabinet with real sound. The head unit includes controls for Volume, Bass, Mid‑Range, Treble, Reverb, Speed and Intensity. The cabinet houses dual speakers and features original hardware.

The Earth Sound Research G-1000 is a vintage, 100-watt tube guitar amp head often paired with a G-12E 2x12 speaker cabinet to form a "stack" or "set." The company, which operated in the early 1970s, was known for creating amps that were considered clones or copies of more famous brands like Fender and Peavey. 

 

G-1000 Amplifier Features

 

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Wattage 100 watts

 

Tube Configuration 4 x 6L6, 4 x 12AX7, 1 x 12AT7

 

Effects Reverb and Vibrato

 

Output 8 ohm

 

Sound Described as very loud with sparkling cleans and great overdrive when pushed past 3 o'clock. Often compared to vintage Fender amps like the Twin or Dual Showman, or a Sunn Model T.

 

G-12 Speaker Cabinet

 

The G-12E is a vintage 2x12 speaker cabinet that was produced by Earth Sound Research and is often sold as a consignment set with the G-1000 amp head. It is noted to have cosmetic wear consistent with its age, such as little wear to the tolex and bent metal corners. 

 

⭐ Key Features

 

Brand: Earth Sound Research

 

Stack configuration: Head + matching Cabinet

 

Finish: White tolex — visually striking

 

Controls: Volume, Bass, Mid‑Range, Treble, Reverb, Speed, Intensity

 

Fully tested and confirmed working — turns on, outputs sound, controls respond

 

Dual‑speaker cabinet setup for full tone and presence

 

Vintage build from a short‑lived American amp maker (1970s). 

 

 

♻️ Condition

 

Mechanical/functional: Confirmed working; all major functions tested. Cones damaged and missing. Still functional. 

 

Cosmetic: White tolex shows wear including peeling, scuffs, discoloration, and a hole/cut‑out visible in the cabinet grille (see photos)

 

Sold as used vintage gear — loved for its tone and rarity

 

No original packaging shown; cables/accessories beyond what’s visible are not guaranteed

 

 

📦 Shipping & Returns

Due to size and weight, shipping will be higher — local pickup is strongly encouraged if possible.

Sold AS‑IS (used vintage item) — returns accepted only if grossly misrepresented.

If you think shipping is excessive, feel free to message me and we can work something out.

 

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