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Customer Feedback

Posted on September 16, 2023 by patsweet

I just had to share this review from Sweet PreBS T12+ owner, Jesse Johnson, who’s band Dream Jacket just released a new EP. The T12+ is featured in the left side throughout and gets a spotlight in the entrance to … Continue reading →

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New Model! BFF Twenty

Posted on January 7, 2023 by patsweet

The first build and new Sweet model of 2023 is complete! This portable 1×12 powerhouse combo is basically a PreBS 20 in a PreBS 15 chassis and cab. No vibrato in this one but is has a few new features … Continue reading →

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PreBS 20+ Green Levant

Posted on August 8, 2022 by patsweet

The latest PreBS 20+ has a couple of new features to add improved performance and even more versatility. Along with the 2×10 speakers, over-sized transformers from Mercury Magnetics, and bias test points on the rear panel, this one also has … Continue reading →

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PreBS T12 Black w/Carolina Blue Stripe

Posted on April 30, 2022 by patsweet

A newly completed T12 is available now, not yet spoken for. I built this in a color scheme that I’ve been wanting to see for some time now and with the blue stripe in the grill cloth more prominently displayed. … Continue reading →

Posted in Handbuilt Amps, Uncategorized | Tagged 5E3, 6V6, blues amp, boutique amp, cathode bias, chicago blues, classic rock amp, fender clone, hand built, hand wired, hand wired amp, neil young, point to point wiring, recording amp, tweed amp, Vintage Fender Amp, Vintage Tube Amp | Comments Off

PreBS-T5 Black Ghost Paisley

Posted on November 16, 2020 by patsweet

Another custom Sweet build just completed. This 5F1 champ build features Mercury Magnetics transformers, custom velvet grill cloth by artist Jeremiah Witting-Akiona, and of course my exclusive 3-way gain switch for more tonal variety. You’ll get the classic crunch and … Continue reading →

Posted in Handbuilt Amps | Tagged 6V6, Billy Gibbons, chicago blues, Eric Clapton, fender clone, hand wired amp, joe walsh, Layla amp, low power tube amp, tube amp, tweed amp, Tweed Champ | Comments Off

PreBS T5 Alligator

Posted on September 29, 2020 by patsweet

Another classic Alligator PreBS T5 with Cane grillcloth. One of my favorite color combinations! This one was ordered with standard 8″ WGS speaker for a traditional tone and has our unique 3-position gain switch for some variations on the classic … Continue reading →

Posted in Handbuilt Amps | Tagged 6V6, Billy Gibbons, blues amp, boutique amp, chicago blues, classic rock amp, hand built, hand wired amp, Jeff Tweedy, Layla amp, Tweed Champ | Comments Off

JTM 45 Build Purple Head and Cab

Posted on August 17, 2020 by patsweet

This one off/prototype build request was for an offset Marshall JTM 45 style head and 2×12 half stack with a Marshall/blackface Fender hybrid circuit with master volume. The 4 jack normal/bright inputs was kept but adjusted for less extremes. The … Continue reading →

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BFF Head and Cab Prototype

Posted on July 16, 2019 by patsweet

First of its kind! The BFF, A PreBS20+ in a PreBS15+ sized chassis(BFF faceplate coming soon). All of the best hand-wired features of the Princeton Reverb, Deluxe Reverb, and Vibrolux Reverb in one compact head with separate cabinet for easy … Continue reading →

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PreBS 15 Black with 12″ Speaker

Posted on June 10, 2019 by patsweet

Another PreBS 15 is completed! This one is a traditional looking build with 12″ Eminence GA-SC64 speaker, Mercury Magnetics transformers, and user adjustable bias control and test points on the rear panel. This $50 upgrade will pay for itself the … Continue reading →

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PreBS 15 Black w/Silver Racing Stripe

Posted on March 16, 2017 by patsweet

Another PreBS 15 is completed. This time it’s wearing black with a silver stripe. It features a 12″ Mojotone BV-25M speaker, Mercury Magnetics output transformer, and push-pull mid boost. Of course, it has the usual bells and whistles as well; … Continue reading →

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