I was able to try both out at my local store and like the tones from each one. The amp will have more clean headroom and bass response. With each sporting twoband eqs and additional controls for reverb, speed, and intensity on the tremolo, the dualchannel design allows easy toggling between. If its the volume knob, your preamp tube may be going, if its the reverb channel, you may need to replace that tube or check the connections to the reverb tank. The 65 deluxe has the bright cap, like the original. Fender limited edition 65 deluxe reverb or fender super. The 65 deluxe reverb reissue has the bright cap like the original, while the 68 custom deluxe does not. But its popularity, as well as the scarcity of vintage units, will no doubt skew the perceptions of players who havent played a. Also, im not getting the hiss and noise others have complained about with the 65. I like the reverb and vibrato available on both channels, and the bassman voicing on one of the channels so the 68 was the right route for me. Theres now no reason to scour vintage guitar shops in hopes of finding a vintage 65 deluxe reverb in good working order. I took it out last weekend for its first test run at a gig playing e9th steel.
There may also be small furrows or fissures across the surface, causing the tongue to have. A a the reissue fender deluxe reverb is becoming a popular amp, so why not do some rewiring to get the most out of it. The 65 deluxe reverb is an amp that is still revered by guitarists as a true tone machine, and now that powerful tone is packed into a stompbox. The speaker is still enroute to me via fedex, so i can change my mind. My gp prescribed drops, followed by a mouth gel, for thrush. This model ab 763 is often referred to as a blackface deluxe reverb because of the control panels color and was first introduced in 1964 and continued until mid 1968 when the control panel was changed to silver swirl look that lasted through 1980. Fender 65 deluxe reverb reissue march 16, 2011 november 30, 2017 admin 7 comments. Of course there are many options, but i ordered a celestion 12 gold but am having second thoughts. The fissured tongue, noted by its deep furrows and fissures. They made the normal channel the custom channel, added the reverb and vibrato circuits to that channel and put a. There were two different styles of the deluxe reverb that were produced, very similar internals, but the outside was different. The 65 deluxe reverb by fender resurrects one of the most popular amplifiers of all time. On the channel the guitar is plugged into, turn off all the knobs.
Theres now no reason to scour vintage guitar shops in hopes of finding a vintage65 deluxe reverb in good working order. A fissured tongue, or a cracked tongue, is rarely a cause for concern and is considered very normal. Rated at 2a, for use with 65 deluxe reverb reissue in north america 120v. The full, snappy guitar tones heard on many famous recordings from memphis to abbey road were made using the deluxe amp. The65 deluxe reverb is an amp that is still revered by guitarists as a true tone machine, and now that powerful tone is packed into a stompbox. Fender 65 deluxe reverb 1x12 22watt tube combo amp black 22watt 2channel alltube guitar combo amplifier with tube reverb and vibrato black the 22watt 65 deluxe reverb just bleeds tube tone, thanks to its four 12ax7s, two 12at7s, two 6v6s, and a 5ar4 rectifier tube not to mention that both the reverb. I am thinking a celestion 12 blue would have been better. A little perspective the 65 deluxe reverb reissuewhich has now been around longer than both the original blackface and silverface eras combinedhas been a huge hit because its reliable, sounds great, and is moderately priced. The clean sound doesnt color the tone of the guitar, it allows the guitar to speak in its own unique voice. If you have fissures in your tongue, its likely no cause for concern. Fender 65 deluxe reverb 22watt tube head i bought this amp because im currently playing through a bogner ecstasy 101b head and although the dirty channels were amazing, the clean channel wasnt exactly what i was looking for. The first channel is the normal channel with volume, treble and bass knobs and the second is the vibrato channel with settings for volume, treble, bass, reverb, speed, and intensity for vibrato. It makes the deluxe reverb respond more like the vibrolux reverb.
I originally assumed the gt 6v6 that came in this 2015 deluxe were russian an. Stock deluxe reverb speakers suck in almost all cases. The 65 is really great as well and im pretty familiar with its tone as a friend owns one. Deluxe reverb has the bright cap removed on the vintage side to make the amp more pedalfriendly. I believe the black faces were before cbs took over, and the blue faces were after. The information contained herein is confidential and proprietary to fender musical instruments corp. If the question was what is the difference between the 65 reissue deluxe reverb and the 68 custom deluxe reverb, then that question can be answered. Fender 68 custom deluxe reverb amplifier tone report. Also separating the 68 customs from the 65 reissues, specifically the corresponding deluxe reverbs, is the bright cap. But its popularity, as well as the scarcity of vintage units, will no doubt skew the perceptions of players who havent played a healthy vintage specimen. In fact, certain types of grooves or cracks are considered simply a variation of. It has two channels and two 14 inch inputs for each. In the summer of 20, fender produced a limited run of.
Fender 68 custom deluxe reverb has anyone checked it out yet. The 65 deluxe reverb is 22 watts, like the original. Our tungsol tube set is the premium upgrade for your tube amp. The patient to the left has a fissured tongue with white coating from food intake. Upgrade speaker for 65 fender deluxe reverb reissue. I recently purchased a 65 deluxe reverb reissue drri amplifier. They sound far better than the original groove tubes better break up and warmer tone. The combination of size, weight and performance makes the deluxe reverb a true road warrior on gigs and practise.
Do any of you have any comments on this amp and how it differs from the deluxe reverb, especially for traditional jazz tone. Players that love their amps to break up a little sooner, rock players, alternative players that like something a little different, players that use pedals, players that. The 68 custom deluxe reverb by fender pays tribute to one of the most popular line of amplifiers of all time. The fender 65 deluxe reverb is a tube based guitar amplifier with 14 inch inputs in the front. It possessed the original cosmetics and circuitry, but was wired on a printed circuit board rather than handwired. After giant racks with pre and power amplifiers and expensive studio effects have been. The fender deluxe reverb 65 reissue, first of all is what is stated in the title. For months ive had a sore tongue, and cant eat hot food, citrus fruit or spices. The 65 deluxe reverb reissuewhich has now been around longer than both the original blackface and silverface eras combinedhas been a huge hit because its reliable, sounds great, and is moderately priced. Im trying to decide on the 68 deluxe reverb or the 65 super reverb i use to own an original back in the day. Ive learned a lot about gear and ive really gotten serious about tone only in the last few years. Ive been thinking about getting a deluxe reverb amp and would like to compare between the current 68 custom silver face version made in mexico and the 65 reissue made in usa.
In 1993, fender released the 65 deluxe reverb reissue. Fenders 68 custom deluxe reverb vintage guitar magazine. He was playing an amp i had not seen before, the fender 68 custom deluxe reverb, using an epiphone sheraton ii. In 1968, fender gave its amp line what collectors today look back on as a major facelift when it introdued the silverandturquoise silkscreened faceplate and aluminum drip edge grille trim. When the volume is low, it had a lot of topend sparkle. Like the fbm1, the fdr1 is sure to excite axe slingers of all styles and genres. I replaced the stock jenson speaker with an evm 12l speaker which helped a lot. Now rotate each one, one at a time, until you notice the noise at its loudest. I just swapped the v2 which used to be the first gain stage for the tremolo channel from a 12ax7 to a ecc81 100% gain to 60% gain apart from taming the tremolo channel which is what i wanted it lowered the custom channel to almost no sound. The tungsol preamp tubes in this set provide good gain and tonal balance. They are both superb amps, but i may like the sound of the silver face a little better. It is disclosed solely for use by qualified technicians for purposes of equipment maintenance and service. However, other conditions, such as geographic tongue or food caught in the groove, can cause pain.
Tungsol tubes are great for gigging musicians as well as home studio. The 65 seems to have a slightly thicker sound while the 68 may be airer. Hi, i just purchased a 65 deluxe reverb knowing that our of the box the best thing i could do to improve tone would be to replace the speaker. Fender forums view topic 65 deluxe reverb sounds bad. Its recognized by one or more deep or shallow cracks called grooves, furrows, or fissures on the top surface of your tongue.
Fender 65 deluxe reverb guitar amp the vintage reissue of the 22watt fender 65 deluxe reverb is a fantastic amp for rock, country, and blues musicians looking for a reasonably powered amp to crank up in studio or on stage. Players that love their amps to break up a little sooner, rock players, alternative players that like something a. The 65 deluxe reverb from fender is the perfect amplifier for rock, country or blues players. If this is your first visit, be sure to check out the faq by clicking the link above. The stock speaker will probably not be able to handle the power increase, so get a new one. I have to put the verb on 56 to match the wetness i get on the 65 at 2. For rock, country or blues players that want a moderately powered amp they can crank up on the gig or in the studio.
Fender limited edition 65 deluxe reverb or fender super sonic 22 self. Vintage reissue 65 deluxe reverb guitar combo amp black the fender 65 deluxe reverb combo amp has a sound big enough to cut through the muddiest mix, but its small enough to turn up make the most of natural tube distortion in small clubs. The tungsol tube set delivers sparkling clean tones as well as edgy bite. The mid 60s deluxe reverb is a timeless classic, featured on many recordings throughout the decades since it was unleashed on the world.
The reverb on the 68 seems a lot more subtle or subdued. Ive read similar comments about the 68s reverb, with some people questioning whether theirs is defective. Reissue 65 deluxe reverb this is the model name for warranty claims service manual type. The 65 deluxe reverbs thick guitar tones have been used extensively in many famous recordings, from memphis to abbey road.
Please note, if you compare a new 65 deluxe reverb with an original model, the two units may sound slightly different. What i think may have changed to accommodate the reverb abd tremolo on both channels is a change in the tube layout. Fender vintage reissue 65 deluxe reverb guitar combo amp. Yes i have both a 65 black face deluxe reverb and a 68 siver face deluxe reverb.
I suppose you could use that spot to wire in a midrange pot to the bandstack or a mv or something. I know they are 2 different beasts, but both are fine amps, im sure. The custom deluxe tape into the classic silverface amps of the late 60s by distilling the tones of the classic silverface and the iconic bassman into a portable amp with a single 12 speaker, the custom deluxe is the ultimate companion for guitarists on the move. The fender 65 deluxe reverb combo amp has a sound big enough to cut through the muddiest mix, but its small enough to turn up make the most of natural tube distortion in small clubs. The fat, snappy guitar tones heard on many of our favorite recordings, from. Playing a 50th anniversary deluxe stratocaster with fender fat 50 single coil pickups volume 6, bass 5, treble 4. Im once again gonna forgo a reader question and bring you a story i think youll find interesting. A fissured tongue is marked by a deep, prominent groove in the middle. If you have the smaller fuse, order the gdc fuse in the 2 amp size on our fuse page.
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