Maestro Echoplex EP-3 Black Top 1973 Vintage Tape Echo W/ Original Footswitch For Sale

• Product: Legendary 1973 Maestro Echoplex EP-3 vintage solid-state tape echo. This is the highly coveted \"Black Top\" version featuring the anodized black metal top plate beneath the tape cartridge. Highly prized for its thick, organic delay and iconic built-in preamp boost.

• Component Dates & Maintenance:

  • Serial / Pot Date: Serial #16789. The Echo Sustain pot is the original CTS stamped \"1377331\" (31st week of 1973).

• Condition: Fully Operational for Echo / Vintage Condition (Sold As-Is)

  • Echo Mode: Works beautifully with minimal operational noise. Delivers the classic clear, punchy, three-dimensional delay with gorgeous lush mids and highs.

  • Sound on Sound (SOS) Mode: The erasure function is currently unstable during SOS loop mode. Regular echo delay functions perfectly.

[Specs]

• Width: Approx. 13.5 in (343 mm)

• Depth: Approx. 8.25 in (210 mm)

• Height: Approx. 7.5 in (190 mm)

• Weight: Approx. 11.5 lbs (5.2 kg)

• (Note: Genuine vintage asset. The 1973 \"Black Top\" is widely considered the ultimate sweet spot for EP-3 tone. Maintained functional units with original footswitches are exceptionally rare worldwide, making this a blue-chip vintage investment that continues to appreciate rapidly).

[Important Notice Regarding Customs & Duties]

• Import duties, taxes, and charges are not included in the item price or shipping cost. These charges are the buyer\'s responsibility.

• Please check with your country\'s customs office to determine what these additional costs will be prior to offerding or buying.

• Sold As-Is: This is a high-end pre-owned collector\'s item.

• Pricing: Prices reflect the extreme rarity and market value of this limited edition.

• Sold As-Is. Price is constantly updated. Feel free to ask questions!