Tex Amps

Tex Bernie Custom, Black w/ 40s Cabinet

$3,995.00

Pickup available at 165 Showroom

Usually ready in 1 hour

Have A Question?

 

This site is protected by hCaptcha and the hCaptcha Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.
Authorized Retailer
Shipping Calculated At Checkout

Product information

The Tex Bernie Custom continues to lead the pack as one of the most inspiring EL84-powered amps we've ever heard

The Tex Bernie Custom is Tony's tweaked recipe of one of the original Bernie Raunig projector amp conversions owned by session guitarist extraordinaire Colin Cripps. All of the gearhead superlatives apply here- amazing dynamic response and feel, with a surprising amount of low end and low mids for a low wattage EL84 powered amp.

Simple but effective Volume and Tone controls are very interactive, and can take you from sweet low volume chimey cleans to authoritative and harmonically rich tube overdrive. The addition of a Master Volume gives you even greater control, which works great for taking the amp from your living room to the stage or studio.

Rare NOS components that made vintage amps so sonically revered are carefully selected and implemented in each amp Tony makes, and that includes tubes! You're not apt to find many another amp builders out there who build amps stock with vintage tubes. Tony is all about delivering the best possible version of his circuits to the player, every time.

This latest build features Tony's ultra classy 1940s style cabinet. Inspired by old Gibson EH combos and even some of the Altec 629A monitors, it features a sleek all-black Rexine covering (including the baffle board) and a metal grill cover. He's also outfitted this Bernie with an Alessandro GA10-SC64 ceramic magnet 10" speaker. The results are excellent, with a lovely mix of British and American voicing that work wonders in this format.

Specs

Power
20 Watts
Controls
Tone | Master Volume | Volume | On/Off Switch

Construction

General
Hand wired point-to-point
Cabinet
Custom-made in house

Components

Tubes
(2) 12AX7 / (2) EL84 / (1) EZ81
Speaker
Alessandro GA10-SC64 20 Watt
Transformers
Custom Wound Heyboer

Size

Dimensions
18"x 16"x 9"
Weight
Approx. 28lbs

New. Chosen. Cherished.

We hand-select each one for its tone, feel, and build quality - instruments that inspire and stand up to real-world playing. Whether you're chasing a lifelong companion or something that just clicks, our curated lineup reflects decades of experience matching players with the right guitar.

High Standards

We only stock new instruments from builders who meet our highest standards for tone, build quality, and consistency, each one carefully selected to reflect the level of craftsmanship our customers expect.

Accurate Representation

Every instrument is meticulously photographed and accurately described, so you can buy with confidence knowing exactly what to expect.

Inspection & Setup

Each instrument is thoroughly inspected by our staff for authenticity and condition, with any necessary work and a full setup completed before it’s listed for sale.

Have Questions?

If you have any questions about this instrument’s condition, feel free to give us a call or drop us an email - we are always happy to provide an in-hand description and make sure you’re confident in your purchase.

Contact Us