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Silvertone 1448 w/ Amp-in-Case 1900, Black Sparkle

$1,295.00

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InstrumentSolid Body
BrandSilvertone
Model1448 w/ Amp-in-Case
FinishBlack Sparkle
SKUGS193-N
HandednessRight
Made In Year1962
Body MaterialMasonite/Poplar
Neck/FingerboardPoplar/Rosewood
TunersOriginal
Weight5.0lb
Scale Length23.5"
Nut Width1.670"
Neck ProfileU
Neck Depth.784"-.829"
Radius12"
Electronicsoriginal
Pickup Impedance3.3k
Contains Brazilian Rosewood (Y/N)N
CaseOriginal

The Silvertone 1448 is one of the most recognizable catalog guitars of the 1960s, known for its raw garage-rock tone and the unforgettable amp built directly into the case. Finished in Black Sparkle, this example captures the quirky charm and stripped-down simplicity that made these guitars cult favorites among collectors and lo-fi players alike.

This vintage set includes the original case amplifier, one of the model’s most distinctive and sought-after features. The compact single-pickup design, lightweight construction, and built-in amp setup give the 1448 its unmistakably retro character, making it both a fun player and a standout display piece from the Sears catalog era.

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