Dr Z Jaz x10 combo with power attenuator
A RARE and exciting opportunity to buy one of boutique amp maker Dr Z's very best and most sought-after amps, a Jaz x10 combo - in this case with a couple of really handy extra bits ready fitted. I'm selling this great-sounding combo, for a mate who has moved overseas and has asked me to make some space in his lock-up back here in the UK. The Jaz was recently discontinued by DR Z (apparently, non-jazz players were put off by the name), so is now becoming incredibly sought-after among those in the know, as it is a truly great bit of kit. My pal Dave paid £ for this amp a few years ago and has only gigged it a few times, so it is in immaculate condition. Thus, the quoted asking price represents something of a bargain. In addition to the luscious-looking red and black Tolex, distinctive oval speaker grille and the reliability of a truly handwired boutique design, this particular example comes fitted with Dr Z's on Z Lite power attennuator and a built-in cooling fan to keep those tubes in prime condition. I've heard quite a few Dr Z amps over the years, but to my ears, the Jaz was always the sweetest-sounding and most versatile of the entire range. It offers lovely, open clean sounds and as much dirt as any non-metal player could wish for, big, lush reverb and a remarkably full and deep tremolo circuit, which modulates the output stage, in the way some of the most sought-after Fender Tweed amps did. As such, the 2x10 combo variant here is probably the most useable of the Jaz range - I always likened it to the classic 2x10 Fender Vibroverb, but with options which mean you can use this amp anywhere...from your bedroom to a huge theatre stage. You can switch the output between 20 watts and 40 watts. Beyond that, the power attenuator means you can dial the sound down for home or studio use. Specs (courtesy of the Dr Z website) are as follows: Power Output: Watts Output Tubes: 4 6V6 Preamp Tubes: V1 12AX7, V2 12AX7, V3 12AT7, V4 12AX7, V5 12AX7, V6 12AX7 Rectifier: Solid State Controls: Volume, Treble, Mid, Bass, Master, Reverb, Speed, Depth Configurations: Head, 1×12, and 2×10 Combo Colors: Black, Blonde, Red Dimensions & Weight: Head: ? W, ? H, 10? D; 35 lbs. ¾” W, 20” H, 10 ½” D; 60 lbs ( lbs (2×10) I would stress that I'm absolutely NOT prepared to ship this amp! My preference would be for you to come to me, here in Burnham-on-Crouch, Essex, try it out to make sure you're 100% happy with it, give me cash and take it away with you. Failing that, I travel around a fair bit for gigs and other things, so I'd be happy to talk to you about delivery within Essex, Cambs, Suffolk, or thereabouts - or even arrange to meet you at a mutually convenient location in exchange for a few quid for fuel. Send me a message if you'd like any more info or pictures or would like to try this amazing amp. My neighbours hate me already, so come and make some noise! Read More