Roland JC-50 Jazz Chorus | 1983 Made in Japan
1983 Roland JC-50 Jazz Chorus made in Japan. 50-watt solid-state combo. 1 x 12" Roland speaker. Analog BBD chorus and vibrato. Spring reverb. Distortion circuit. Mono output.
The JC-50 is a compact alternative to the iconic JC-120, delivering the same ultra-clean headroom and lush analog modulation. This April 1983 example features the legendary BBD chorus circuit, spring reverb, dual inputs and a Bright switch. Built like a tank with pop-riveted industrial edges.
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In stock at Guitar Garage Sydney. $1200
Key Features
Year: 1983 (April)
Made in: Japan
Model: JC-50 Jazz Chorus
Power: 50W RMS
Speaker: 1 x 12" Roland heavy-duty (8 ohm)
Channels: Single channel, mono
Inputs: High Gain, Low Gain
Front Controls: Bright switch, Volume, Treble, Bass, Distortion, Reverb, Chorus/Vibrato Speed, Chorus/Vibrato Depth, Effect Mode (Vibrato/Off/Chorus)
Rear Jacks: Main In, Line Out, Footswitch (Chorus/Vibrato, Reverb, Distortion)
Power: AC 220V, 50/60Hz, 150VA (check your local voltage)
Construction: Textured black vinyl, pop-riveted edges, plastic corner protectors
Condition: See below
Sound and Tone
Pristine, glass-like clean tone with massive headroom. Legendary analog BBD chorus and vibrato. Spring reverb adds depth. Distortion circuit for grit when needed.
Feel and Playability
Compact and portable. Simple, intuitive control layout. Built to last.
Condition
Good honest vintage condition. Front controls are structurally sound, though the Vibrato/Chorus toggle switch tip has snapped off. The switch stub remains fully functional and can still be flipped between settings manually. Front faceplate is intact with original silver-capped knobs showing minor natural aging. Grille cloth is clean with a very minor puncture near lower-centre. Rear fiberboard panel has prominent wear including surface scuffs, localised peeling of black finish, and edge chipping around the top chassis cutout. All jacks and serial plate are accessible. Original silver-framed Roland 12" speaker is intact.
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