sold

ToneControl · October 2013

£2300

Very good condition, with covers & original footswitch, it looks new

Do not be fooled, this is not a metal amp, (which some assume because chappers did a video trying to play metal on it).
The cleans are amazingly clear, like country, then it does 70s/80s rock tones really well - not just plain OD, I think there's a little more grit. This is like a big brother to the DC30 really - the EL34 take on Class A rather than the EL84 version

lots of photos at

http://s809.beta.photobucket.com/user/toneuk/library/Independence%2035

This is a proper UK model, BEWARE - the USA versions cannot be rewired for 240v, since the transformer has a tap for the switching circuit separately

This amp sounds amazing, but rarely gets played

Very nice clean sounds, like a Chieftain, then 70s and 80s rock too

This model does not have reverb or an FX loop

it worth knowing that the master volume on this and the DC30 actually work well, and the amp sounds great when run much quieter, this is very rare for a guitar amp without power scaling

UK new price is £2750 I think, then £900 for the cab so it's a huge saving. This amp will last forever, it's way better built than early 60s amps I've seen running well

Matchless say:

The Independence 35 is the first 35 watt 3 channel guitar amplifier in Matchless’ history! In addition to the signature backlit nameplate, the three channels light up red, white, and blue. Channel one (blue) is powered by one 12AX7 with a volume and tone control. Channel two (white) is powered by one 12AX7 and will provide ample chunk and high-gain lead. Channel three (red) is all about fire. The master volume control is by-passable and features a cut control to thicken up and shave the highs.

The power section of the Independence starts with a 5AR4 rectifier tube and the 35 watt output is powered by two EL34s, which are cathode self biasing. A 3 position rotary switch allows for 4, 8, & 16 ohm output. The channels are switched through one footswitch (With 2 switches on it)

IN-35: Independence Head

Power:	35 Watts
Channels:	Three Channels
Controls Ch.1:	Volume, Tone
Controls Ch. 2:	Gain
Controls Ch. 3	Gain, Volume, Bass, Treble, Cut, Master (bypassable)
Switch:	3 Position rotary impedance
Power Tubes:	2 x EL34
Preamp Tubes:	4 x 12AX7
Rectifier Tube:	1 x 5AR4
Features:	Dual speaker jacks, Footswitch
Speaker Output:	Switchable Impedance of 4, 8, and 16 Ohms
Weight:	50 lbs.
Dimensions:	9.5 (H)x 21.5 (L)x 10.5 (W)