So,after making a sad decision of giving up on the Twin Reverb and deciding on a Deluxe Reverb because of the weight, I now trying to make a decision of going with a 78 with mods or 65 reissue in electric blue.
What do you guys say?
thanks
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Deluxe Reverb.....what do you think?
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Posted on Dec 30 2013 04:30 PM
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Posted on Dec 30 2013 04:59 PM
I'm sure most people will tell you that the silverface one is better than a reissue, and they're almost certainly right, but I think this one looks amazing!!
http://www.sweetwater.com/store/detail/65DeluxeRVWR/ —Ivan |
Joined: Mar 13, 2009 Posts: 2367 Twin Cities, MN
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Posted on Dec 30 2013 05:05 PM
I have the reissue and it sounds amazing. I know a lot of people on these boards swear by vintage, and they might be right, but I have zero issues with my amp and it sounds great. |
Joined: Mar 14, 2006 Posts: 2778 Atlanta, GA
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Posted on Dec 30 2013 05:22 PM
X-Rays 2nd guitarist Chris (Nick Zurn) Nichol had an early Deluxe RI and used it at practice often. It was pretty damn loud. I'd rather have an original as I can work on them in my sleep, but his RI got my attention big time. ed —Traditional........speak softly and play through a big blonde amp. Did I mention that I still like big blonde amps? |
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Posted on Dec 30 2013 05:44 PM
good stuff...keep talking. |
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Posted on Dec 30 2013 06:05 PM
I've had two reissue DR's, an early '70's silverface and the "real" 1965 that my dad bought me in '65, which I still have. I'm a big fan of the Deluxe Reverb, they are wonderful amps unless you are playing live in a big room without PA support. I've seen major acts use them on stage in large venues with PA support and they sound fine. While the "real" '65 is obviously the best of the lot and is still going strong nearly 49 years later, both reissues and the silverface were great as well. As Eddie K said, a handwired one will be more easily repairable (and tweakable) than the PC board reissues. I never had any problems at all with either reissue DR. The second one, which I sold to my Mariners bandmate Tone Boy has an EVM-12L speaker and a set of Tung-Sol tubes and is dang near as good sounding as the '65. Regarding the reissues, installing a set of quality tubes and a better speaker will make your ears very happy. —Jack Booth The Mariners (1964-68, 1996-2005), 2025 Last edited: Dec 30, 2013 18:08:09 |
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Posted on Dec 30 2013 07:08 PM
josheboy wrote:
same with me ^ — |
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Posted on Dec 30 2013 07:21 PM
I think either amp would work great and I agree with the advice above about a new speaker or tubes for the RI, not necessary but they can sound a little better with those changes. http://www.facebook.com/CrazyAcesMusic |
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Posted on Dec 30 2013 07:46 PM
Have a RI and love it, the SF Twin sits and gathers dust now, having not been used live for nearly two years. The electric blue and blonde RI amps look the goods, but taste is individual. — |
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Posted on Dec 30 2013 08:31 PM
Of the small collection of amps that I own, including a vintage 65 Showman, my DRRI is my favorite. The only mods that I have made to it is to clip the bright cap, install a beam blocker over the speaker and install Fender tilt back legs. I have owned this amp for around seven years and love it! The only drawback to it is that it stays really clean at lower volumes, but once cranked over 4-5 it starts breaking up. I've gigged with it successfully in smaller venues though, and it also does fine when mic'd through a PA. I also sometimes run it with a 15" extension cab. The only thing that would convince me to part with this amp is if I were to come across a deal on a vintage hand wired one but I'm not really lookin'. Last edited: Dec 30, 2013 20:32:56 |
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Posted on Dec 31 2013 02:24 AM
I have the DRRI and switched the speaker to a Webber also put in a few vintage tubes. The original speaker was a little harsh for my tastes. I really haven't used it much in the 7 years that I've had it as I have a 1966 Vibrolux that I like better for smaller jobs. But, it has been completely trouble free and does sound very good. |
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Posted on Dec 31 2013 09:02 AM
I have a sfdr with a warehouse g12cs and the sound in phenomenal. I'm with some in the crowd that an older model is much easier to work on but the reissues sound great and haven't heard about too many problems with them. Also, I've never had any problems keeping up volume wise. In fact, my deluxe generally cuts right through the other two guitarists playing showmans and bandmasters. —The Squares - 1995-2002 |
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Posted on Dec 31 2013 08:28 PM
Question for the DRRI owners, just out of curiosity. Wes DISCLAIMER: The above is opinion/suggestion only & should not be used for mission planning/navigation, tweaking of instruments, beverage selection, or wardrobe choices. |
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Posted on Jan 01 2014 01:01 AM
I bought a deluxe reverb last year, very satisfied with it, although about to install 2 x 10' weber speakers —'Surf Music Lasts Forever' |
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Posted on Jan 01 2014 05:00 PM
I had a Reissue that was ok but not really great...it just didn't seem to have that Fender 'soul of tone' for me and I ended up selling it. Then years later I scored this little '68 from CL for $850 including the JBL. I had to restore the baffle and grill cloth, re-capped, and added the blackface panel. Now, it's probably my favorite amp for rehearsal and even small gigs. I'd say go for the '78 if it sounds good, a reasonable price, and hasn't been hacked.
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Posted on Jan 02 2014 08:40 AM
I love the DR types. Had one of the first DRRIs, then a '67 BFDR. In many ways, an ideal power level for various purposes. Much as I liked those fenders, I like a modern version much more. Gries 20, made by David Gries in MA. It's a one-channel take on the DR formula, with master volume (very effective) and probably the best in amp reverb I've heard. That MV makes a big difference. I can play quieter, restaurant type gigs and get some drive happening at lower volumes. Or get much louder on bigger stages. David Allen makes an equivalent choice, the Accomplice, which I bet is just as good. I play bigger amps too, but the Gries 20 gets used most often. |
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