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Post subject: Comparing New to the Vintage Super Reverb Amp...
Posted: Sun Dec 13, 2009 11:49 am
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I have a Vintage Super Reverb Amp and I have am having trouble finding people to fix it. I am thinking about getting a reissue (horror!)--only because I love my amp but I am sick of paying incompetent people to attempt to fix it (and they fail). I have never played through the reissue and I am wondering if any of you could give me a comparison of the quality and sound of the new vs. vintage. I live in a secluded place that does not stock the reissue (or really anything). This would be greatly appreciated.


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Posted: Sun Dec 13, 2009 12:52 pm
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I don't own a Super Reverb, but I can tell you that all of the Reissue Series are great sounding amps. From the Princeton to the Super, you can't go wrong. The reissues have PCB's, but from what I understand, they all have the exact same circuits as the originals. They have very high build quality, Baltic Birch plywood cabinets, and really good Jensen ceramic magnet speaker(s). I have the DRRI, and I'll never get rid of it. I do love it so. So, I highly recommend buying yourself a SRRI.

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I have 2 reissues, a 59 Bassman and a Deluxe reverb.Both are great amps.Having never played an original, I cant speak of comparing them , but the pcb aspect of the amps is nothing to worry about .The only advantage of point to point is it is bullet proof on the road and it makes it easy to repair yourself.The construction of the reissues are really good and I hear very few complaints about them breaking down.


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Posted: Sun Dec 13, 2009 2:35 pm
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Regarding the sound quality on the reissue vs an original it does depend a little on what year your original is and whether it has any mods such as speaker changes. I have a friend with an early 70s silver face and the new reissue. There is a difference in sound and in my opinion the reissue is a little thinner sounding. However that doesn't mean it isn't a great sounding amp just a little different. As you know the reissue is based on the 65' and the circuits were probably a little different in the silverface years. You didn't say what year yours was. When comparing my friends with an American Standard Strat they do sound different both are very nice. Some of the difference could be due to age as well. If you want a reissue I think I would buy one fairly soon. A buddy of mine at Guitar Center said they are very poor sellers and it has nothing to do with sound quality but size and weight, also an over supply on the used market. A lot of people that the amp appeals to are getting a little older and like a smaller amp such as the DRRI. If you look at the products on this website, Fender doesn't have it listed anymore under the reissue series. Could be an oversite. I would buy sooner than later if you want one. Good luck also a competent amp tech should be able to fix yours if you want to stay vintage.


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Post subject: Re: Comparing New to the Vintage Super Reverb Amp...
Posted: Sun Dec 13, 2009 7:18 pm
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crystal_the_pistol wrote:
I have a Vintage Super Reverb Amp and I have am having trouble finding people to fix it. .


Where do you live? Tons of folks in most major cities can work on these old amps, and costs are usually low as it's inexpensive discrete parts that need replacement vs. entire PCB boards. I'm sure if you post your area, people will suggest their amp repair shops.

If you're in southern CA, Harbormusic.net does a fine job on older Fender amp repair.

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Posted: Sun Dec 13, 2009 7:33 pm
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Hi there Crystal, just a couple of opinions; if the amp is '63-'67 there would be no question about packing up the chassis and sending it off for repair-restoration. If it's '68-'81, it would depend on how much you like the tone and have invested in your amp. Just a word about vintage amp repair, sometimes a repair will expose the next weakest link to failure, it can take a few times on the bench to stabilize the amp. They also require a reasonable maintenance schedule. As an old amp tech and player, I think I understand your dilemma. It might be time for a new amp. If you choose to send out the chassis, get back to us. Good Luck, Art

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