{"product_id":"fat-boy-1-driving-2-2sc2879-amplifier-pre-owned","title":"Fat Boy 1 Driving 2 **2SC2879** Amplifier (Pre-Owned)","description":"\u003ch2\u003eFat Boy Amplifier — 1 Driver, 2 Final 2SC2879 Transistors\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis is a pre-owned \u003cstrong\u003eFat Boy linear amplifier\u003c\/strong\u003e built around a classic \u003cstrong\u003e1-driving-2 configuration\u003c\/strong\u003e using a pair of \u003cstrong\u003e2SC2879 final transistors\u003c\/strong\u003e — one of the most respected output transistors in CB and 10-meter amplifier builds. If you know, you know.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe 2SC2879 is legendary for its efficiency, durability, and clean power output. A 1-driving-2 setup gives you solid drive headroom with the finals doing the heavy lifting, making this amp a reliable performer on SSB or AM when set up right.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAmplifier Specs \u0026amp; Configuration\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConfiguration: \u003cstrong\u003e1 driver transistor driving 2 final 2SC2879 transistors\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutput transistors: \u003cstrong\u003e2SC2879\u003c\/strong\u003e (genuine or equivalent)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuitable for CB radio and 10-meter amateur radio use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePre-owned unit — inspected and confirmed operational\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eRadio Drive Requirements\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eTo operate this amplifier correctly, your radio needs to produce:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e2–3 watts dead key\u003c\/strong\u003e (unmodulated carrier)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e8–15 watts PEP\u003c\/strong\u003e (Peak Envelope Power) on swing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eRunning too much drive will stress the finals. Most stock CB radios fall right in this range — if yours has been modified for higher output, back it down before keying through this amp.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat to Know Before You Buy\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis amplifier is sold as-is for use in licensed amateur radio applications or legal CB use within FCC Part 95 guidelines. Buyers are responsible for ensuring compliance with applicable regulations in their jurisdiction.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePre-owned gear at TekShack is tested for functionality. Cosmetic wear may be present. What you're getting is a working amp with proven transistors — not a shelf queen.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TekShack","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53399185457449,"sku":"fatboy1-2","price":449.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0887\/2670\/0329\/files\/Fat_Boy_1_Driving_2_2SC2879_Amplifier_Pre-Owned.jpg?v=1785766712","url":"https:\/\/tekshack.com\/products\/fat-boy-1-driving-2-2sc2879-amplifier-pre-owned","provider":"TekShack","version":"1.0","type":"link"}