In on consignment in our store. In very good shape for its age. It has been properly converted to 120v from 240v. All pots are working well with no static. Amp sounds great and is working properly. Cabinet has basic wear n tear but is in good shape overall. No significant tolex damage. Casters have been added, which is good given its significant weight. :)
Info from the internet about this amp.
The Lab Series L7 is a 100-watt solid-state combo guitar amplifier produced in the late 1970s and early 1980s. It was a collaborative project between Gibson and Moog (both then owned by Norlin), with the circuitry designed in part by synthesizer pioneer Bob Moog.
Key Specifications & Design
- Speaker Configuration: It features four 10-inch speakers, setting it apart from the more famous 2x12 L5 model.
- Power Output: Delivers 100 watts of power, known for being exceptionally loud with significant clean headroom.
- Construction: Built with a solid-state chassis and was marketed as a high-end alternative to tube amps of the era, such as the Fender Super Reverb.
Unique Features
The L7 is highly regarded for its sophisticated "Moog-designed" control set, which offers tonal flexibility rare for its time:
- Parametric Mid-range: Includes a fully parametric frequency control for boosting or cutting specific mid frequencies (100 Hz to 6.4 kHz).
- Multi-Filter: A unique control that progressively filters frequencies to reshape the overall character of the sound.
- Built-in Compressor: Features an optical compressor/limiter that helps maintain a consistent signal, though users often find its effectiveness tied to the master volume.
- Reverb: Equipped with a long spring reverb unit similar to those found in vintage Fender amplifiers.
Notable Users & Legacy
Considered one of the "greatest sleeper amps," the Lab Series line was used by several legendary musicians:
- B.B. King famously used the L5 (the 2x12 version of the L7) for much of his later career.
- Ty Tabor of King's X used the Lab Series preamp for the band's early studio albums.
- Other notable users include Allan Holdsworth, Ronnie Montrose, and Ray Flacke.
While they are no longer in production, used units are often sought after on sites like
Reverb for their reliable solid-state performance and "tube-like" responsiveness when dialed in correctly.
