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Fender Amp - anyone converted a USA model to Run UK power?

WindmillGuitarsWindmillGuitars Frets: 731
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As title ... snagged a beautiful little tweed Blues Junior that was originally bought in Mannys NYC. It came with a nice compact power adaptor unit - but thinking long term about getting it converted to run on UK power. 

Anyone done this? Likely cost? Easy job?
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  • robinbowesrobinbowes Frets: 3042
    I am not a professional, but...

    It will need a new mains transformer, which will cost around £100, plus labour to fit it, which might be another £60.

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  • ICBMICBM Frets: 72330
    It's not a difficult job but robinbowes is about right with the pricing. Barely/not worth it.

    The cheapest method is probably to buy another second hand UK-model Blues Junior (standard black model), swap the chassis, then sell the black one with the US transformer...


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