If you are in the market for a Quad II amplifier which is totally original,has no modifications,no cannibalised parts from other amplifiers and has not been “tarted up” to look like something it is not,the Quad II Amplifier which is the subject of this auction,is definitely the one for you.

This amplifier is totally genuine and original.It has  the very desirable attribute of all original components,including of course Mullard and GEC/Marconi  valves.It is  in excellent working order. This Quad amplifier has been in my possession for some time and has been exceedingly and consistently well looked after.It has the additional merit of having been fully serviced by Quad in 1988.

The amplifier retains  the original British made valves,as matched and fitted by Quad when the amplifier left the factory.The output valves are a genuine pair of KT66 valves,made in England by GEC/Marconi.The driver stages in the amplifier use a total of 2 Mullard made EF86 valves.The rectifying valve is an original early bottle shaped Mullard GZ32 type .The chassis of the amplifier retains the original maker’s plate.

The paint finish,which is 100% genuine original is patinated  by the passing of many decades.It is nicely mottled in places and as may be seen,there are some scuff marks.It is quite clearly the paint which was put on the amplifier all those years ago by Quad.No doubt some people would prefer Chinese valves and a respray,and of course the option exists to go down that path if you are so minded.

As may be seen from the photographs,the sub-chassis components are all original and there are absolutely no modifications.I should perhaps point out that the amplifier bottom cover has been temporarily removed for the purpose of taking photographs and this will be refitted prior to shipping the amplifier.The mains transformer,output transformer,chassis sockets,fuse carrier,voltage adjuster  etc.,etc.,are all original Quad items.The amplifier has its original Quad maker’s plate which is  in fine condition,without any chips or scratches.

 As a precaution,before offering this  amplifierfor sale,I have had it thoroughly checked over.It was no surprise to learn that no faults could be found and that it was confirmed to be in full working order.The audio from amplifier can best be described as warm and bright.There is  no trace of any hum.The warmth of tone is seemingly a “trade mark”of vintage KT66 valves with their relatively long electron transmission times and is quite characteristic.It is Quad valve sound at its very best.

The starting bid for this especially fine, all original, Quad II Amplifier is a very realistic and sensible £340and there is an attractive option to buy it now for £360.Lest there be any misunderstanding,this Quad II amplifier is just about as good as it gets. It  should not be confused with skilfully refurbished examples,with cannibalised valves,transformers  etc., designed to be passed off as untouched originals.This is  categorically,the genuine article.

Before bidding,PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING AUCTION CONDITIONS.

I will pack this item most carefully on behalf of the successful bidder,who will be responsible for postage or shipping and a nominal packing charge.

The Buy it Now price,when applicable,does not include postage or shipping.

I accept payment by the following methods only:International Money Order,Bank Draft,Cashiers Cheque,Wire Transfer (please add £6 GB Pounds to the purchase price, as a 50% contribution towards the charge made by my bank for this service),UK Postal Order and UK Personal Cheque (but please note that in the case of personal cheques,the goods will be held for 7 to 10 business days and will in no circumstances be sent until the cheque is cleared).

The auction currency is Pounds Sterling.If you wish to pay in another currency,the fee charged by my bank to convert to Pounds Sterling (£8),must be added to the total cost.

Due to problems with non-paying bidders,I regret that bids will not be accepted from anyone with ZERO FEEDBACK and/or SHADES,ALARM BELL,NEW USER ,OR CHANGED ID unless: 1.They contact me with details of their Ebay ID,full name,address and telephone number and 2. I have subsequently contacted them in order to check their genuineness and I have agreed to accept their bids.

Thank you for taking note of the auction conditions and if you are happy to comply with them,I wish you every success in the auction.