Dating a fender amp

I don't remember when Fender discontinued that practice. Sometimes there is an ink-stamped date inside the chassis. Perhaps you could post some of the other pictures. I attempted to provide a link to a photo of the serial number, not sure if it worked. So far no explanation.Ĭan anyone tell me if they've seen a legitimate Fender chassis serial that starts with "AS" or provide a logical explanation? I've checked all the online resources I know, called Fender customer support and today reached out to a few vintage guitar shops. I have a '71 Silverface Deluxe Reverb and a '65 Blackface Bassman head, both chassis serials start with "A" only.

The chassis serial starts with "AS" instead of just "A", followed by the typical 5 numbers. As part of my due diligence I request photos showing all of the requisite verification points such as chassis serial, tube chart, transformers, speakers and pots.Įverything checks out EXCEPT the chassis serial. I'm thinking about buying what I believe to be a 1971 Silverface Super Reverb.