Divided By 13 is one of the longest-standing boutique amp builders in the U.S., founded in the early 2000s by Fred Taccone. The CCC 9/15 pays homage to classic Tweed-era Fender tones along with the option for some British flavor, switchable between 6V6 (9w) and EL84 (15w) power tubes. The volume control also features a pull mid-boost, allowing the amp to be driven into deeper saturation when needed. This amp is in great condition, with only minor signs of previous wear. Here’s what the manufacturer has to say about it:
"Combining the versatility of our CJ 11 preamp with the dual 6V6/EL84 power section of the JRT 9/15, the CCC 9/15 delivers an impressive range of classic tones inspired by low wattage U.S. and UK designs pioneered in 1950s and 60s. Inspired by the iconic 1950s-era 1×12 tweed combo, which features a single tone control limited to treble frequencies, the CCC 9/15 preamp takes it further with both treble and bass filters, along with a master volume and boost circuit. The added bass control allows for fine-tuning of lower frequencies, enhancing clarity and increasing headroom when the amp is driven into saturation, which is crucial for lower-wattage circuits used at live performance levels. The inclusion of a master volume and boost enables the CCC 9/15 to deliver a wide range of drive tones, from a subtle edge-of-breakup to moderate overdrive and full saturation, all at manageable volumes while retaining touch sensitivity and sonic integrity.
A standout aspect of the CCC 9/15 is its capacity to toggle between 9 watts, powered by a pair of 6V6 tubes in Class A, producing the smooth, full-bodied tones typical of classic 1950s American amplifiers, and 15 watts with a duo of EL84 tubes in Class AB, offering a crisp, shimmering high-end and intricate, musical distortion reminiscent of 1960s British models. The tonal qualities and dynamic response, combined with the adaptable volume levels of these two output modes, make the CCC 9/15 exceptionally versatile for various performance and studio settings."
