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Kustom K200 B-1 year, approximate value? [message #19478]

Wed, 02 October 2013 12:41

KevinSanders
Messages: 2
Registered: October 2013
Location: Dayton, OH

Junior Member

Hello all!

New user here. I have (what I think to be) a late 60's Kustom K200 B-1 amplifier with 3x15" cabinet. I have no clue what the actual year of manufacture is, and I am at a total loss as to the value.

It is in ok condition. It still sounds good, but the pleats are obviously worn from years of use. The amplifier is in great condition, except for some stickers that some idiot put on there in the 80's. The cabinet contains all three original speakers which function properly. I had this serviced a few years ago because I was worried that a speaker was blown, but it turns out it was a mounting issue and the rattling stopped once it was mounted properly.

If any of you could give me the approximate year, and maybe a rough appraisal of the value, I'd be most appreciative.

Here is an album of photos (copy and paste into new browser window):
https://imgur.com/a/y0uuH

I think the serial number on the amplifier is 55110.

Thank you!

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Re: Kustom K200 B-1 year, approximate value? [message #19479 is a reply to message #19478]

Wed, 02 October 2013 13:59

Kustom_Bart
Messages: 601
Registered: October 2010
Location: Greenville, MichiGUN

Senior Member

By looking at the serial number on the head, I can tell you with that it was made between Apr-Jun of 1970.

With Kustoms it is all about color, condition, and brand of speakers. 65% of all kustoms made were made in black naugahyde. The rips and tears, like on the corner aren't repairable some of the others may be repairable, If it has any cigarette burns that detracts from the value as well. It doesn't have JBL or Altec speakers in it, so that is a knock against it too as far as it being worth the max amount.

Also, if that is an exterior fuse holder installed on the back, that will make some collectors nervous as it is or may be a sign that the head has a tendency to blow fuses and they shouldn't.

If you want to PM me I can tell you what I believe it is worth.

[Updated on: Wed, 02 October 2013 14:08]

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Re: Kustom K200 B-1 year, approximate value? [message #19480 is a reply to message #19479]

Wed, 02 October 2013 14:48

KevinSanders
Messages: 2
Registered: October 2013
Location: Dayton, OH

Junior Member

PM sent. Thanks for the help, Bart.

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