I've been a Marshall guy all my life, I started wanting to try different flavors, so I brought a Vox AC 10, and boutique amp a Cusak king snake, They were great but I still wasn't happy, My amp guy said, Dude get a Fender Deluxe reverb and be done with it... So I got a 68 reissue, with blue tolex, and cremeback M, And I haven't looked back since....
I'm waiting for Keith to come out with a Short History of some random topic that has nothing to do with guitar and for everyone to still watch it because Keith's mini documentaries are calming, interesting, and not too long.
Been trying to decide between a Deluxe Reverb or a Princeton Reverb, so I settled on the TrueFire lessons instead. I’ll decide on the amp question later when I can play better. Very happy so far...
A bandmates father gave me his 68 drip edge.. I was a young man at the time and didn't really know to much about it but I knew it sounded good. 15 years later I still have it and play it to this day and will till I'm dead.
In college, i used some extra financial aid money to buy a 1969 silver face deluxe. Amazing amp. I had if for a few years, but because of a flaky roommate, i had to sell it to make up for his half of our rent one month. Haven't spoken to the guy in almost 20 years and don't miss him, but damn i miss that amp.
You and Zac are two people I trust to be honest and astute whenever you comment on gear. I actually bought a blonde Tone Master before I heard your reviews, and I've been so pleased with the sound. I bought it because I really needed a lighter amp and though I know a lot of people like Princetons, I always preferred the sound of a Deluxe. I'm a Fender guy through and through and I love that Fender keeps living up to its reputation.
So.......when the daily grind is getting me down and my psyche meds just aren't working ..........I just put on a "Five watt world" joint on RUclips and I quickly am transcended into a world of calm with that added bonus of a little bit of knowledge ! Thanks Keith ! Life's good after all ! This is clearly the most underrated RUclips channel for musicians the world over !
Keith, your statement at 3:30 to 4:00 is such an authentic and genuine commentary about why you do what you do for us--the citizens of the 'Five Watt World'. Thank you. I truly appreciate all of the 'Short History' series--keep up the great work!
Hey Keith, I own two '66 Deluxe reverbs. That's all I ever played. When my show was in Chicago last year , we got the Deluxe Tone master to use on stage. It was great! A perfect amp for gigging. Thanks as always for great videos and info! Rick B
Many a times I've done a gig with a 5 watt (or less) Valco amp mic'd and running loud enough through a floor monitor. I always loved the surprised look on peoples faces when they saw the shoebox sized amp with the huge tone.
Don’t forget all the fantastic kits out there if you need a high reliability tube amp but can’t afford a Custom Deluxe. I Highly recommend any kit from Mojotone.
The entire mantra of the “too big is a fit” is totally valid. I use a 100w in live settings, which is soo overkill in 90% of every gig, but the occasional gig where it’s outside and there are no mic - guess who the audience gets to hear!
Love (with a capital L) the fact that you don’t get paid to review the gear. I love your integrity Keith. I respect what you do and always appreciate your knowledgeable videos. Keep doing what your doing.
I have a deluxe reverb clone, hand wired etc from Flynn Amps in Glasgow. Instead of using an attenuator, I got it built with an Eminence Reign maker speaker which works great for getting the authentic sound at usable volume at home and rehearsal. Great video Keith.
In the past I've always had tiny amps for apartment life and huge amps for gigs and never really had anything in the middle. Maybe if I lived in a house I could explore these amps. Thanks for posting.
I had a 6 watt tube amp before I moved into an apt in Nashville years ago, and quickly discovered my neighbors preferred me unplugged. Now that I have a house the 6 watts is about right; actually still a little too loud. One watt tube is perfect. The deluxe reverb would be really pretty in my little gear corner but it would still be way too loud for what I need. I’m looking forward to checking out that new fender vibroverb that’s coming out; 5 watts fender tube for about $750
I want to say your content is so enjoyable and functional. I own a Tonemaster Deluxe with the upgraded software and a Creamback. I did this as soon as the software was available before your video. I am so happy to feel validated with your conclusions. I agree with Zak and you, this is the one amp solution. No matter what pedals I put in front of this amp, I am never disappointed. Thank again.
I have an original 1965 twin with JBL d120fs. I’m only 30 but my back is done with carrying it around. Lives in the studio now, can’t bring myself to get rid of it. I toured in Roky Erickson’s back up band using it. Was the perfect sound for that. Highly sentimental.
I brought the blonde one … I have a 64 Deluxe too … but it’s old and needs a little looking over … it still works but it has a bug or two… so brought this new tone master … it’s pretty close to why I kept my 64 Deluxe all these years … my mom brought it for me back then as a Christmas gift when I was 12 … I’m now 70 and actively play gigs and open mics … and yes it he tone master is light and solved a lot of problems weight wise … and everyone tells me it sound great at our shows ❤
Its amazing to me how many guitarist are only just discovering the Deluxe Reverb now. I started out on a solid state Fender Sidekick reverb back in the 80s THINKING it was one of those classic amps. I stumbled across a 65 reissue for an insanely low price, snagged it, sold the Sidekick and never looked back. It became THE amp that I would test ANY gear on to find out what it really sounded like. When I think guitar tone, this is it. Weight or not, its just the best, reasonably priced tube amp on the planet. I will say though, your comments on that Blonde Deluxe tone master have me thinking, maybe my 65 needs a brother... :)
Played many amps including Fender. But never had the opportunity to play a DR. Tried the DRTM and found my sound right there without any massive twiddling with EQ. Have found my amp.
My first expensive tube amp was a ‘65 DRRI. I had Trace Davis at Ithaca, NY’s (at the time) Voodoo Amps do his Platinum Mod. Amazing. I sold it a while ago, chasing different tones. I just sold my last boutique tube amp (a fabulous Victory Duchess V40) and bought a black face Tone Master Twin. I’ve come full circle to the newest version of my first great amp. I’m really happy with my purchase. Great video, Keith!
I lugged around a 1977 Twin (not considered a very desirable amp) to gigs for years because it was what I had and I couldn't afford a variety of different amps at that time-one of those "too big is a fit" situations . I used a clean boost and a Tube Screamer in front of it and could get decent sounds at not ear crushing volumes. I switched to a Deluxe Reverb 11 years ago and since then I have picked up a Princeton, Vibrolux, Pro Reverb, '59 Bassman, and various other non-fender amps. I don't use the Twin for gigs anymore, not because it doesn't sound good, but because it's just so heavy-given the choice of hauling a Deluxe/Vibrolux/Pro Reverb or a Twin up and down multiple flights of stairs I'm going to go with the lighter amp. Interestingly, during the many years I used the Twin I was often complemented on my tone, many times from other guitar players who erroneously thought I was using a Vibrolux or Pro Reverb. When I said it was a Twin they were surprised. I think you can get a lot out of most gear if you learn how to make it work for you. ; )
With a plethora of amps in my home studio, my Fender ‘64 Custom Deluxe Reverb HW gets used the most. My desert island amplifier. Great watch, Keith. Enjoy the videos.
Very nice video! Thank you! Like a month ago I bought my first Deluxe Reverb and wow I was in shock when I tested it! It sound amazing but what I REALLY LIKE is that this amp sounds thick and it could sound very clean and bright but in the same time like dark and that is something that I like alot especially because I use alot distortion.
bought an open-box “used” custom 64 hand-wired princeton a few months ago. it’s killer. i’ve played a few superb vintage bfp’s in the last few years-a friend collects and he’s very picky. this sounds as good as those. without the endless maintenance hassle and expense. i don’t love the tonemasters but the tweaked blonde deluxe sounds noticeably better imo
I had a Fender Super Twin (6-6L6's) with 2 JBL 12's that I gigged with in the late 70's. It was so loud, it could melt the paint off the cars in the club parking lot. I swear that amp is the reason I have disc problems with my back now, not to mention the tinnitus.
My first amp was a 1964 Fender Deluxe (non reverb) which I bought used in '83 for $200. I still play through it every day, in fact the tubes have been toasty for hours now. I used to haul a Marshall stack around because I thought I needed to, but for the last few years it's just the old Deluxe. I underestimated her for decades!
Thanks for this! I’m a Deluxe Reverb guy. I’ve got all three of those amps and a 1968 Silverface that I’ve had since 1972. I am in a country band where everyone is mic’d through the PA, so I gig the two Tone Master amps. The 64 Custom Deluxe is a thing of beauty though. My favorite is the 1968, but it gets left at home.
Great video as always. I am very fortunate that very early on in my guitarist life, someone suggested I bought a Deluxe Reverb, and I have had it since. Now even though I've got more expensive and more boutique amps, I still love playing my DR and it's the first one I'll grab for a gig.
Another illuminating video. Thank you. It helped me to make up my mind to dive back into the world of owning an amp, and not just using headphones. I grabbed a blonde tonemaster deluxe reverb that came up for sale. What a revelation. Running a helix into it for effects or some preamps it’s simply sublime. And surprisingly capable of higher gain tones. I’m typically only on the lowest attenuation setting, and it’s still flipping loud. Sometimes even with volume knob barely above one. I think in my house it’s a definitely a point two five watt world.
Great video, as always. I love my original TM Deluxe with the firmware update. It's still too big for my tiny house, and when I'm home, I fire up the Deluxe Reverb patch I've made on the PodGo through my monitors or headphones, but when I meet my friends for a jam, the TM does it all: smallish spaces, my buddy's garage, or the Sunday jams in the big open spaces of the auditorium at the high school where I teach. I always smile to myself when I see my buddy lugging his 50lb AC15 around, although that amp sounds great too.
Great video. I've always had the same philosophy as Zac and I make sure to bring a backup amp. I'd do the same with the new amps, tube or modeling. One thing I do know is that now that you've gone this far, you need to go all the way and borrow some vintage fender blackface amps, Keith! I searched for years for THAT sound and I finally got it with the acquisition of two amps with in a few months of each other: early '68 blackface circuits, a Deluxe and a Super. There is just something special there. I played a '74 DR and '65 Bassman for over a decade...they were close but it's the AB763 circuit that has the magic!
I’ve owned a 65 DR for 30 yrs. I’ve bought and sold many but kept the DR. I’m afraid to take it out now as it’s 55+ yrs old and valuable. Got a Blues Jr but not the same! Gonna look into those. Thanks for sharing!
I just visited my friend a long way from here and he had a 63’ deluxe reverb, the one without a Fender badge. He’s an amp tech and has many pristine old Fenders. He sent this when I got back home...”I think it's interesting that you picked the '63 deluxe reverb that has what now is considered a low-fi 1967 12" Jensen speaker that was meant for a Hammond organ. It fucking ripped ass - listening to it” I usually play through more modern Marshall DSL’s and high gain tube amps. When I plugged into that 63’ I got lost in a wash of pure tone heaven that inspired me to play completely differently that what I usually do. It was so harmonically rich I didn’t desire anything else. Then he said hit one of your overdrives (Strymon Riverside, or an OCD. Good gravy man! It was like the tone was being spun by angles. Those things are magical man.
There's You Tube videos about gear. Then theres 5 watt world for when you want to get serious and actually learn something. Thanks Keith for taking things up a few notches in the world of guitar.
My current rig is based around a Blackstar HT-5R and it rarely comes of the overdrive channel as its clean channel is really lackluster. Because of this, when I needed to track a cover of The Doors' Light My Fire for my studio apprenticeship a few years ago, I borrowed a friend's '68 Custom Reissue Deluxe. I absolutely fell in love with this amp. It doesn't have the Marshally drive of the Blackstar I dearly love, but those cleans are just perfect. They're bright and crystal clear, but remain very warm and lively. The spring reverb is in a league of its own and while in general I prefer the smoother pulse of a bias tremolo, the Deluxe's optical tremolo isn't too choppy and is really nice at lower depth settings. If I could, I'd do a two amp setup, with a Deluxe for my cleans and the HT-5R for the drive, and I'd be a very happy camper.
Fender amps have always been fantastic. My first was a '64 Twin Reverb. Now I am growing fond of push pull 6v6's. I always preferred my 2x6973's but vintage tubes are through the roof! Love the hand wired Fenders!
Any guitar you plug into a DR sounds good. You can play a gig with it and play it in your house. They are super versatile musically and don’t break your back if you have to pick it up. My vote for All Time Best Amp.
Excellent video, as always. I have a Twin Reverb I keep for nostalgia and for playing loud when needed and a Princeton that I play 90% of the time. I'm thoroughly happy with both amps but I see the attraction of a Deluxe Reverb. Has the virtues of the other amps with few of the vices!
I'm with you on avoiding the weight of the real originals. I no longer can lift the '64 Twin Reverb I had back then. The van we used was an old ice-cream freezer truck with a floor bed at about waist height so humping that beauty up there was ok at age 25, we even had a Hammond B3 with Leslie that took a few of us to get it on-board. Now I'm considering selling my Hot Rod Deluxe and go digital modeler. Thanks for the run-down on the Deluxe Reverb, it could be just the thing for me. Cheers, sideman
After 30 years of mainly british amps (Hiwatt, Vox, Marshall) I bought my '68 Deluxe a few years back and love it. It may be the perfect, club amp. Where my 1974x really needs to be cranked for that sweets spot, the DR sounds awesome at all volumes. I can get it to sound like a small Marshall combo, especially with the celestion but it's hard to get a Marshall Combo to, sound like a Fender. I don't even attenuate at home I barely crack the volume at 2 - its TV level, gorgeous clean. throw a TS808 in front and it's great. At jams or live I crank it to about 7 and roll my volume back to clean it up - it's amazing. Fits in taxi. This amp does everything but make me a sandwich. Classic.
Last night I played out for the first time through my Standel 25L15. Glorious tone, but an absolute back breaker. I came home and start searching for hand trucks...or a lighter amp. The TM might be what I’m looking for. Thanks, Keith.
As a longtime player and teacher in LA, I always appreciate your straight to the point vids. Have slogged thru a lifetime of amps, always Fenders, and have a good seasoned view of many. My personal favs were browns, Concerts and, especially, Pros. A cranked Pro (non-reverb) thru a '54 Gold Top is hard to beat. We guitarists are never satisfied, always chasing the Grail. After trying 15-20 RI 65 DRs, I found a great one. But when a mint, one owner '64 fell into my lap, well, contest over. Covers all the bases, nice tight sound, we're at one. Sorry, not one to share but this struck a note.
Update: I got the Tone Master DR blonde yesterday. I AM IN LOVE. What an amp! That tone... this is the tone I was seeking, the one I had in my head! It's early days, but it already feels like this might become my One Amp. Holy smokes it's truly great. Thanks again for this video! You are doing great work, sir.
The DR as always been my go to amp. I purchased a reissue several years back and had it modified to the specs of an original black face. The mod also made the amp more touch sensitive. Hence, I got the tone with reliability 🙂. I have purchased different amps but I end up selling them after a while and returning to my DR.
Solid vid! I’ve got a limited edition 65 Princeton Reverb with a 12” Jenson I love. I consider a Deluxe Reverb every once in awhile but the Princeton does everything the DR does just a few watts less. I don’t know though, the 64 would be a dream rig to own! Keep rockin, thanks for the effort
Great work , Keith! I have the ‘65 Deluxe Reverb reissue done in the Navy blue tolex with a Celestion blue back speaker. IMO a very sweet amp. My original amp which I still have and play is a 70’s Peavy Classic 50 with 4 10” speakers. That one does not leave my basement . My 70 year old bones can’t handle the 92 lbs.
Excellent review. This is likely the impetus for me to sell my British Racing Green AC15 to purchase a Tonemaster. I had a Cyber Twin that wasn’t quite there. But I’m doing small gigs and the Tonemaster barely outweighs my Champ. If you say it’s an A, I trust it.
When i first started playing live in the late 70's I of course bought a used 100 Watt Marshall head and a 4 12 top box. After a very short amount of time i learned that every sound man in the world hated to see me coming and was tired of asking me to turn it down all night. I didn't mind turning it down but I just couldn't get the crunch I was looking for nor sustain that I needed for leads. I bought a brand new silver face block letter deluxe reverb. Not long after the Marshall was sold and i was happy ever after as long as a lot of other people. I still have that amplifier. I played every sort of music with that amp a very tiny amount of pedal help. I would advise any young player that wants to go that route instead of the new modeling amps to use a fender or peavey 1 x 12 tube amp. that's all you need. I haven't tried the tone master and you are probably right.
I just sold my Deluxe Reverb…. To get a Magnatone Twilighter Stereo… and funny enough I miss my DR so much within two days I’m thinking about selling the Magnatone already and getting another DR instead. Crazy good the DR
I love the DR. I built a custom mojotone handwired Princeton Reverb reissue with a 10” Weber. LOVE IT! I initially installed a 12” cannabis rex which was great but he change to the Weber was nearly euphoric.
Thanks for another excellent, well done video! Regarding whether to buy the Tone King, Reissue, Custom Handwired, or original 1960s; a fifth option is to buy the re-issue, bring it to a competent local amp tech, and pay to have the Reissue converted to handwired. I’ve done this with a twin, reverb, reissue, and a deluxe reverb re-issue; I have essentially brand new hand wired Amps with quality components, and the combined price of the original amp purchase, and the upgrades is less than either buying a new handwired amp from Fender, or 1960s original model. Maybe it’s me, because I’ve been carrying these amps around all my adult life, but I do not think the tube versions of the Twin Rev, or Deluxe Rev, are especially heavy… and I’m officially old.
Great video! Just picked up a twin reverb tone master blonde. Blown away by the tone. You hit the nail on the head with regard to the omission of a headphone jack. It’s the one thing that could have improved this series of amps. I run my tone master direct through a recording interface to use it with headphones.
I've had the original TM Deluxe for a year and I'm happy with it. I replaced the speaker with a Speaker Warehouse Reaper and I use a Origin Effects Revival Drive which gives me a good variety of tones. Thanks for the video and telling me about the firmware upgrade from the blond amp. I'll give it a try.
I had an original '67 Deluxe non-reverb in mint condition given to me by a friend. Felt like I won the lottery. Perfect size/weight/volume ratio. Makes a great gigging and jam night amp. Would love to try that blonde tone master!
Thanks for the great video, Keith! I had an original tonemaster deluxe for a year and it was such a great amp in my apartment. But I was offered a '66 deluxe reverb a few months back for a decent price and couldn't refuse. Wanted to try a vintage version for awhile and now I'm in a house where I can turn things up a bit more. So I sold the tonemaster to fund the purchase. And of course, had to sink a few hundred into the '66 to get it up to snuff. Vintage gear indeed costs $$$$ in upkeep. I'd like to get a TM again and will wait for used bargain. I really think they are the best buy in amps going right now.
Agreed. The Fender Deluxe Reverb is by far my favorite guitar amp ever. #2 would be a 1974 Fender Bassman 100, which I used for guitar back in the day. It sounded great, particularly when it was cranked and overdriven. But, it was SO loud at that level, it blew away the rest of the band. Also, it was SO bulky and SO heavy, I'm not sure I could manage it now.
Hi Keith, I would like to say thank you because I had not played music for the last two weeks, I got hooked by an online multi-player shooting game, which is extremely addictive. But watching you video, I really feel like plugging my guitar to my amp again. So really thank you.
I have several Fender amps - I am the original owner of them all. My main gig "go-to's" are my original Brown '62 Vibrolux for large venues - and my original '64 BFDR and a '62 Tweed Deluxe for smaller venues - -- Tones to DIE FOR -- Never an Issue -- Always Amazing -- I've owned all since my dad bought them for me 'Way Back in those dayz"!
Keith ....let me tell you... I used to be as a balanced in my speech as you.... now a lot of time has put an edge where none is needed. You are a benchmark of how to sound confident, logical and astute at the same time without being boring. I love the way you talk
Great video Keith I love your videos. I have a Princeton reverb made in 1964, I put it in a head cabinet so it's smaller. I bought it in 1979. I have a 10-inch speaker cab and I have another cabinet with an EV 12 inch speaker. I take the 10-inch speaker to small gigs or stay at home and the electro voice 12in which is much more efficient and puts out a very loud sound when I need more. With both speakers running the thing screams. I love my Princeton reverb I'm never getting rid of it and I don't even need a back up cuz it runs perfectly I have rewired it and I'll keep it for the rest of my life. But, I might consider a Deluxe it is the only other fender amp I would consider but I don't need one I'm happy with my Princeton thanks
Sir, “Bada Bing”...you are the man. Thank you for another great video 👍🏼. Perfect comparison of all three amps. Answered all my questions. Like you I have and do own other blackface fenders or other brands but never owned a Deluxe Reverb. Fave was always the Vibrolux Reverb but as gigs and jam sessions becoming quieter and thanks to this video I think a deluxe is in my near future. I do use a Headstrong Lil King S 1x12 with 6L6 output @ approx 28 Watts but it just doesn’t have that Fender “snap” or attack in the front end. Voiced close to a 64 Princeton Reverb it’s on the warmer side of things. It can accept many other output tubes including 6V6 dropping the output. The Custom shop Deluxe Reverb may be the ticket. Thank you again...sorry so wordy, toooo much coffee this morning Lol. And then ! PS-Is the Revv amp still in the stable post Deluxe discovery?
One of the few times where on my own the less is more view of life paid off after lugging around a 19 7200 W Marshall super lead for 40 years I came upon a fantastic little tamp, a mesa, boogie subway rocket a 20 Watt Little giant, powered by a pair of EL 84 and a handful of 12ax7’s this little Amp does it all it’s an incredible contender to the fender deluxe reverb it does everything the deluxe does but just a little bit better. They’re inexpensive they can play for days and they sound fantastic. It’s something you should take a look at.
You could put a hood over Eric Johnson and just by the way he holds himself and the guitar whilst he's playing, easily recognise him. Eric Johnson has the most recognisable guitar playing style of anyone. Then again he's also pulling out all the stops to give an A+ performance. Great player.
The newest Blonde Fender DR Tone Master is "the future"...the tone is simply Deluxe Reverb, i.e., fantastic. Plus, no finicky tubes and 24lbs = No brainer!
I finally brought in my guitar/pedals to my local guitar center and plugged into a 65 reverb deluxe reissue. This is the first time I have ever played one, I've been Marshall guy, and all I can say is wow! This is my dream amp and I will be purchasing one asap
That was the clearest, no BS comparison of the venerable Deluxes I've heard - thanks. Too Big Is A fit is exactly what I was thinking when I bought the Twin Tone Master when it first came out. I will have to see if there is a digital mod or even a need to do that to the Twin. Also, I like the company you keep - I watch all of your cohorts on a regular basis and TrueFire has been my source of "learning" for a long time (just wish I had the discipline to match. Thanks again for your work, it calms me down when I need to stop the merry-go-round. You and Zac are the adult version of Mr. Rogers and that is just what is needed on the menu these days.
I'm at the stage of my life where I am just a basement player. I have a Princeton and an AC10. Both louder than you would think. What intrigued me most about this episode was the Two Notes Captor X. It might be just what I need to allow me to run my amps at the settings that God intended.
i bought the black tm version when they first came out. i use the normal channel with my pedal board which is. comp, od9, little tweedy, delay, reverb. i have been playing nothing but fender since 1968 and this one especially in a gig mix you can not tell the difference! and the 23 pound weight, im 61 its great!! yes at home, low volume theres a slight difference, not bad, just different, but gig volume an mix, excellent!!
I like to keep my gear simple too. I have two amps, and a hand wired Deluxe Reverb is on of em. It’s my desert island amp and does anything I’ll ever need. Sounds amazing and it looks sexy. Win!
Software update and guitar amplifier are words I’ll never say in one sentence please god! The tube is the gold standard for me and nothing else comes close.
Thanks Keith. Another great video, as usual. My vintage blackface is getting a little too heavy and a bit unreliable to cart around to gigs. I'm also on the North side of fifty. The Tonemaster seems like a great idea. Again, thank you for your videos, we all really look forward to them.
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I made it into a Five Watt World video. I have made it. Thanks, Keith!
Everyone should go watch your video. Then they'd know where I know anything about Deluxes. :)
I've been to Zacs video on DR'S more then once in my DR search before. A pleasure to be able to watch you two, really.
I've been a Marshall guy all my life, I started wanting to try different flavors, so I brought a Vox AC 10, and boutique amp a Cusak king snake, They were great but I still wasn't happy, My amp guy said, Dude get a Fender Deluxe reverb and be done with it... So I got a 68 reissue, with blue tolex, and cremeback M, And I haven't looked back since....
I arrived here via Zach’s video. 😎✌🏼
Yea Zac it’s all your fault I got a deluxe reverb - thanks 🙏🏼
I'm waiting for Keith to come out with a Short History of some random topic that has nothing to do with guitar and for everyone to still watch it because Keith's mini documentaries are calming, interesting, and not too long.
@@HIWATTSteve An astute observation. Couldn't put my finger on it, but it is definitely a Bob Ross-like delivery.
I have been here since Keith got off the Arc with Noah carrying a pair of Deluxe amps. It was lonely back then ;-)
I'm waiting for the rebranding of his character into Keith Burns, guitar historian.
@@naciremasti I think he is already there :-)
Totally! 🪄🎩
Been trying to decide between a Deluxe Reverb or a Princeton Reverb, so I settled on the TrueFire lessons instead. I’ll decide on the amp question later when I can play better. Very happy so far...
Good plan Scott!
Either one will make you smile but better guitar skills will make smile more.
Great choice.
Good idea... But I would go the Fender Deluxe Blonde. Because blondes have more fun...!
The 65 PRRI has gone up $400 since i bought mine not long ago.
A bandmates father gave me his 68 drip edge.. I was a young man at the time and didn't really know to much about it but I knew it sounded good. 15 years later I still have it and play it to this day and will till I'm dead.
In college, i used some extra financial aid money to buy a 1969 silver face deluxe. Amazing amp. I had if for a few years, but because of a flaky roommate, i had to sell it to make up for his half of our rent one month. Haven't spoken to the guy in almost 20 years and don't miss him, but damn i miss that amp.
I get music gear checks at the beginning of the semester. I use the leftovers to pay tuition.
That really fukkn suxx. Been there, you are not alone. .. what is it with musicians anyway ??
You and Zac are two people I trust to be honest and astute whenever you comment on gear. I actually bought a blonde Tone Master before I heard your reviews, and I've been so pleased with the sound. I bought it because I really needed a lighter amp and though I know a lot of people like Princetons, I always preferred the sound of a Deluxe. I'm a Fender guy through and through and I love that Fender keeps living up to its reputation.
So.......when the daily grind is getting me down and my psyche meds just aren't working ..........I just put on a "Five watt world" joint on RUclips and I quickly am transcended into a world of calm with that added bonus of a little bit of knowledge ! Thanks Keith ! Life's good after all ! This is clearly the most underrated RUclips channel for musicians the world over !
At some point Keith just needs to write a book, because I can certainly tell you that I would buy it. What a wonderful channel and amazing delivery.
Thanks!
The deluxe reverb is simply what a guitar amp should sound like.
@L Smith I agree with the jensen. Swap with a creamback or redback and it all comes together.
Keith, your statement at 3:30 to 4:00 is such an authentic and genuine commentary about why you do what you do for us--the citizens of the 'Five Watt World'. Thank you. I truly appreciate all of the 'Short History' series--keep up the great work!
A couple of years ago I got the 64 hand wired DRRI. I have never heard a better amp. So inspiring to play through.
I've been meaning to tell you, Keith that your intro with the glowing tube is one of the best things going. It's always been a great touch.
Hey Keith, I own two '66 Deluxe reverbs. That's all I ever played. When my show was in Chicago last year , we got the Deluxe Tone master to use on stage. It was great! A perfect amp for gigging. Thanks as always for great videos and info! Rick B
Many a times I've done a gig with a 5 watt (or less) Valco amp mic'd and running loud enough through a floor monitor. I always loved the surprised look on peoples faces when they saw the shoebox sized amp with the huge tone.
It was a mistake watching this video. Between watching Ask Zac’s video and yours now I need a tone master. I love your videos.
Don’t forget all the fantastic kits out there if you need a high reliability tube amp but can’t afford a Custom Deluxe. I Highly recommend any kit from Mojotone.
Yeah! Their tweed deluxe kit is the bomb!
The entire mantra of the “too big is a fit” is totally valid. I use a 100w in live settings, which is soo overkill in 90% of every gig, but the occasional gig where it’s outside and there are no mic - guess who the audience gets to hear!
Love (with a capital L) the fact that you don’t get paid to review the gear. I love your integrity Keith. I respect what you do and always appreciate your knowledgeable videos. Keep doing what your doing.
I have a deluxe reverb clone, hand wired etc from Flynn Amps in Glasgow. Instead of using an attenuator, I got it built with an Eminence Reign maker speaker which works great for getting the authentic sound at usable volume at home and rehearsal. Great video Keith.
In the past I've always had tiny amps for apartment life and huge amps for gigs and never really had anything in the middle. Maybe if I lived in a house I could explore these amps. Thanks for posting.
I had a 6 watt tube amp before I moved into an apt in Nashville years ago, and quickly discovered my neighbors preferred me unplugged.
Now that I have a house the 6 watts is about right; actually still a little too loud. One watt tube is perfect. The deluxe reverb would be really pretty in my little gear corner but it would still be way too loud for what I need. I’m looking forward to checking out that new fender vibroverb that’s coming out; 5 watts fender tube for about $750
Be glad Keith. It has been your videos thgat has shown me the knowledge to appreciate much lower wattage amps.
I come in from a long frustrating day and see brother Keith as 22:30 of excellence waiting for me. Looks like my day is going to end on a high note.
That definition of what is “enough” really hit home. Thank you for that.
I want to say your content is so enjoyable and functional. I own a Tonemaster Deluxe with the upgraded software and a Creamback. I did this as soon as the software was available before your video. I am so happy to feel validated with your conclusions. I agree with Zak and you, this is the one amp solution. No matter what pedals I put in front of this amp, I am never disappointed. Thank again.
I have an original 1965 twin with JBL d120fs. I’m only 30 but my back is done with carrying it around. Lives in the studio now, can’t bring myself to get rid of it. I toured in Roky Erickson’s back up band using it. Was the perfect sound for that. Highly sentimental.
I brought the blonde one … I have a 64 Deluxe too … but it’s old and needs a little looking over … it still works but it has a bug or two… so brought this new tone master … it’s pretty close to why I kept my 64 Deluxe all these years … my mom brought it for me back then as a Christmas gift when I was 12 … I’m now 70 and actively play gigs and open mics … and yes it he tone master is light and solved a lot of problems weight wise … and everyone tells me it sound great at our shows ❤
RJ Ronquillo! YES!! The brother is a ridiculously talented guitarist, and can belt out a tune as well when he sings.
Its amazing to me how many guitarist are only just discovering the Deluxe Reverb now. I started out on a solid state Fender Sidekick reverb back in the 80s THINKING it was one of those classic amps. I stumbled across a 65 reissue for an insanely low price, snagged it, sold the Sidekick and never looked back. It became THE amp that I would test ANY gear on to find out what it really sounded like. When I think guitar tone, this is it.
Weight or not, its just the best, reasonably priced tube amp on the planet. I will say though, your comments on that Blonde Deluxe tone master have me thinking, maybe my 65 needs a brother... :)
Played many amps including Fender. But never had the opportunity to play a DR.
Tried the DRTM and found my sound right there without any massive twiddling with EQ.
Have found my amp.
My first expensive tube amp was a ‘65 DRRI. I had Trace Davis at Ithaca, NY’s (at the time) Voodoo Amps do his Platinum Mod. Amazing. I sold it a while ago, chasing different tones. I just sold my last boutique tube amp (a fabulous Victory Duchess V40) and bought a black face Tone Master Twin. I’ve come full circle to the newest version of my first great amp. I’m really happy with my purchase. Great video, Keith!
I lugged around a 1977 Twin (not considered a very desirable amp) to gigs for years because it was what I had and I couldn't afford a variety of different amps at that time-one of those "too big is a fit" situations . I used a clean boost and a Tube Screamer in front of it and could get decent sounds at not ear crushing volumes. I switched to a Deluxe Reverb 11 years ago and since then I have picked up a Princeton, Vibrolux, Pro Reverb, '59 Bassman, and various other non-fender amps. I don't use the Twin for gigs anymore, not because it doesn't sound good, but because it's just so heavy-given the choice of hauling a Deluxe/Vibrolux/Pro Reverb or a Twin up and down multiple flights of stairs I'm going to go with the lighter amp. Interestingly, during the many years I used the Twin I was often complemented on my tone, many times from other guitar players who erroneously thought I was using a Vibrolux or Pro Reverb. When I said it was a Twin they were surprised. I think you can get a lot out of most gear if you learn how to make it work for you. ; )
With a plethora of amps in my home studio, my Fender ‘64 Custom Deluxe Reverb HW gets used the most. My desert island amplifier. Great watch, Keith. Enjoy the videos.
Very nice video! Thank you!
Like a month ago I bought my first Deluxe Reverb and wow I was in shock when I tested it! It sound amazing but what I REALLY LIKE is that this amp sounds thick and it could sound very clean and bright but in the same time like dark and that is something that I like alot especially because I use alot distortion.
I like what you stated, 90% is still an "A".
Thank You
bought an open-box “used” custom 64 hand-wired princeton a few months ago. it’s killer. i’ve played a few superb vintage bfp’s in the last few years-a friend collects and he’s very picky. this sounds as good as those.
without the endless maintenance hassle and expense.
i don’t love the tonemasters but the tweaked blonde deluxe sounds noticeably better imo
I had a Fender Super Twin (6-6L6's) with 2 JBL 12's that I gigged with in the late 70's. It was so loud, it could melt the paint off the cars in the club parking lot. I swear that amp is the reason I have disc problems with my back now, not to mention the tinnitus.
My first amp was a 1964 Fender Deluxe (non reverb) which I bought used in '83 for $200. I still play through it every day, in fact the tubes have been toasty for hours now. I used to haul a Marshall stack around because I thought I needed to, but for the last few years it's just the old Deluxe. I underestimated her for decades!
Great video as always. The 'Five Watt World' logo behind your head would make a killer t-shirt by the way...
I'm working on that.
@@fivewattworld Has a "That Thing You Do" vibe. Yes please.
I respect your idials so much. Love to hear your voice talking. It's very eloquent
Thanks for this! I’m a Deluxe Reverb guy. I’ve got all three of those amps and a 1968 Silverface that I’ve had since 1972. I am in a country band where everyone is mic’d through the PA, so I gig the two Tone Master amps. The 64 Custom Deluxe is a thing of beauty though. My favorite is the 1968, but it gets left at home.
Great video as always. I am very fortunate that very early on in my guitarist life, someone suggested I bought a Deluxe Reverb, and I have had it since. Now even though I've got more expensive and more boutique amps, I still love playing my DR and it's the first one I'll grab for a gig.
Another illuminating video. Thank you. It helped me to make up my mind to dive back into the world of owning an amp, and not just using headphones. I grabbed a blonde tonemaster deluxe reverb that came up for sale. What a revelation. Running a helix into it for effects or some preamps it’s simply sublime. And surprisingly capable of higher gain tones. I’m typically only on the lowest attenuation setting, and it’s still flipping loud. Sometimes even with volume knob barely above one. I think in my house it’s a definitely a point two five watt world.
Great video, as always. I love my original TM Deluxe with the firmware update. It's still too big for my tiny house, and when I'm home, I fire up the Deluxe Reverb patch I've made on the PodGo through my monitors or headphones, but when I meet my friends for a jam, the TM does it all: smallish spaces, my buddy's garage, or the Sunday jams in the big open spaces of the auditorium at the high school where I teach. I always smile to myself when I see my buddy lugging his 50lb AC15 around, although that amp sounds great too.
Great video. I've always had the same philosophy as Zac and I make sure to bring a backup amp. I'd do the same with the new amps, tube or modeling.
One thing I do know is that now that you've gone this far, you need to go all the way and borrow some vintage fender blackface amps, Keith! I searched for years for THAT sound and I finally got it with the acquisition of two amps with in a few months of each other: early '68 blackface circuits, a Deluxe and a Super. There is just something special there. I played a '74 DR and '65 Bassman for over a decade...they were close but it's the AB763 circuit that has the magic!
Awesome. Most credible guitar channel on youtube. Cheers!
As with all things FWW, this is excellent. Thanks Keith. We are so very lucky!
You sir and this channel are a gem amongst the endless gravel. May the 5 Watt world continue and good fortune come your way!
I’ve owned a 65 DR for 30 yrs. I’ve bought and sold many but kept the DR. I’m afraid to take it out now as it’s 55+ yrs old and valuable. Got a Blues Jr but not the same! Gonna look into those. Thanks for sharing!
I just visited my friend a long way from here and he had a 63’ deluxe reverb, the one without a Fender badge. He’s an amp tech and has many pristine old Fenders. He sent this when I got back home...”I think it's interesting that you picked the '63 deluxe reverb that has what now is considered a low-fi 1967 12" Jensen speaker that was meant for a Hammond organ. It fucking ripped ass - listening to it”
I usually play through more modern Marshall DSL’s and high gain tube amps.
When I plugged into that 63’ I got lost in a wash of pure tone heaven that inspired me to play completely differently that what I usually do. It was so harmonically rich I didn’t desire anything else. Then he said hit one of your overdrives (Strymon Riverside, or an OCD. Good gravy man! It was like the tone was being spun by angles.
Those things are magical man.
It’s been amazing to watch this channel grow so quickly. Almost 150k now!
Love it, love it, love it. Thanks for all you do, Keith.
There's You Tube videos about gear. Then theres 5 watt world for when you want to get serious and actually learn something. Thanks Keith for taking things up a few notches in the world of guitar.
My current rig is based around a Blackstar HT-5R and it rarely comes of the overdrive channel as its clean channel is really lackluster. Because of this, when I needed to track a cover of The Doors' Light My Fire for my studio apprenticeship a few years ago, I borrowed a friend's '68 Custom Reissue Deluxe. I absolutely fell in love with this amp. It doesn't have the Marshally drive of the Blackstar I dearly love, but those cleans are just perfect. They're bright and crystal clear, but remain very warm and lively. The spring reverb is in a league of its own and while in general I prefer the smoother pulse of a bias tremolo, the Deluxe's optical tremolo isn't too choppy and is really nice at lower depth settings. If I could, I'd do a two amp setup, with a Deluxe for my cleans and the HT-5R for the drive, and I'd be a very happy camper.
Fender amps have always been fantastic. My first was a '64 Twin Reverb. Now I am growing fond of push pull 6v6's. I always preferred my 2x6973's but vintage tubes are through the roof! Love the hand wired Fenders!
Any guitar you plug into a DR sounds good. You can play a gig with it and play it in your house. They are super versatile musically and don’t break your back if you have to pick it up. My vote for All Time Best Amp.
Keith I was hoping you would go here as your integrity mean something. Thank you!
I keep coming back here! By far my favorite/most timely offering.
Excellent video, as always. I have a Twin Reverb I keep for nostalgia and for playing loud when needed and a Princeton that I play 90% of the time. I'm thoroughly happy with both amps but I see the attraction of a Deluxe Reverb. Has the virtues of the other amps with few of the vices!
I'm with you on avoiding the weight of the real originals. I no longer can lift the '64 Twin Reverb I had back then. The van we used was an old ice-cream freezer truck with a floor bed at about waist height so humping that beauty up there was ok at age 25, we even had a Hammond B3 with Leslie that took a few of us to get it on-board. Now I'm considering selling my Hot Rod Deluxe and go digital modeler. Thanks for the run-down on the Deluxe Reverb, it could be just the thing for me. Cheers, sideman
Glad to hear of your open mindedness of the DR. I have a 5 watt amp and it’s not close to being loud enough, or of sufficient tone for anything I do.
After 30 years of mainly british amps (Hiwatt, Vox, Marshall) I bought my '68 Deluxe a few years back and love it. It may be the perfect, club amp. Where my 1974x really needs to be cranked for that sweets spot, the DR sounds awesome at all volumes. I can get it to sound like a small Marshall combo, especially with the celestion but it's hard to get a Marshall Combo to, sound like a Fender. I don't even attenuate at home I barely crack the volume at 2 - its TV level, gorgeous clean. throw a TS808 in front and it's great. At jams or live I crank it to about 7 and roll my volume back to clean it up - it's amazing. Fits in taxi. This amp does everything but make me a sandwich. Classic.
Last night I played out for the first time through my Standel 25L15. Glorious tone, but an absolute back breaker. I came home and start searching for hand trucks...or a lighter amp. The TM might be what I’m looking for. Thanks, Keith.
I bought the Twin Tone Master. It now goes with me everywhere, and my 1965 Vibrolux Reverb stays home in my studio.
As a longtime player and teacher in LA, I always appreciate your straight to the point vids. Have slogged thru a lifetime of amps, always Fenders, and have a good seasoned view of many. My personal favs were browns, Concerts and, especially, Pros. A cranked Pro (non-reverb) thru a '54 Gold Top is hard to beat. We guitarists are never satisfied, always chasing the Grail. After trying 15-20 RI 65 DRs, I found a great one. But when a mint, one owner '64 fell into my lap, well, contest over. Covers all the bases, nice tight sound, we're at one. Sorry, not one to share but this struck a note.
Update: I got the Tone Master DR blonde yesterday. I AM IN LOVE. What an amp! That tone... this is the tone I was seeking, the one I had in my head! It's early days, but it already feels like this might become my One Amp. Holy smokes it's truly great. Thanks again for this video! You are doing great work, sir.
The DR as always been my go to amp. I purchased a reissue several years back and had it modified to the specs of an original black face. The mod also made the amp more touch sensitive. Hence, I got the tone with reliability 🙂. I have purchased different amps but I end up selling them after a while and returning to my DR.
Call Keith the "Home Run King" of guitar content. Hail to the King!
Hail to the King baby!
Solid vid! I’ve got a limited edition 65 Princeton Reverb with a 12” Jenson I love. I consider a Deluxe Reverb every once in awhile but the Princeton does everything the DR does just a few watts less. I don’t know though, the 64 would be a dream rig to own! Keep rockin, thanks for the effort
Has anyone ever told you that you are the Tom Selleck of the guitar world. The voice the look and everything. It’s awesome! Great video!
But with Tom Skeritt sensibilities.
Great work , Keith! I have the ‘65 Deluxe Reverb reissue done in the Navy blue tolex with a Celestion blue back speaker. IMO a very sweet amp. My original amp which I still have and play is a 70’s Peavy Classic 50 with 4 10” speakers. That one does not leave my basement . My 70 year old bones can’t handle the 92 lbs.
I hope Fender rereleases the DRRI with that Celestion blue speaker again. 🤞
@@franciscoherrera5577 That would be nice. It was a limited edition when I bought mine there weren’t very many built.
@@lonniezamarripa959 i hesitated when I saw them on sale and regret it
Excellent review. This is likely the impetus for me to sell my British Racing Green AC15 to purchase a Tonemaster. I had a Cyber Twin that wasn’t quite there. But I’m doing small gigs and the Tonemaster barely outweighs my Champ. If you say it’s an A, I trust it.
When i first started playing live in the late 70's I of course bought a used 100 Watt Marshall head and a 4 12 top box. After a very short amount of time i learned that every sound man in the world hated to see me coming and was tired of asking me to turn it down all night. I didn't mind turning it down but I just couldn't get the crunch I was looking for nor sustain that I needed for leads. I bought a brand new silver face block letter deluxe reverb. Not long after the Marshall was sold and i was happy ever after as long as a lot of other people. I still have that amplifier. I played every sort of music with that amp a very tiny amount of pedal help. I would advise any young player that wants to go that route instead of the new modeling amps to use a fender or peavey 1 x 12 tube amp. that's all you need. I haven't tried the tone master and you are probably right.
I just sold my Deluxe Reverb…. To get a Magnatone Twilighter Stereo… and funny enough I miss my DR so much within two days I’m thinking about selling the Magnatone already and getting another DR instead. Crazy good the DR
I love the DR. I built a custom mojotone handwired Princeton Reverb reissue with a 10” Weber. LOVE IT! I initially installed a 12” cannabis rex which was great but he change to the Weber was nearly euphoric.
Thanks for another excellent, well done video! Regarding whether to buy the Tone King, Reissue, Custom Handwired, or original 1960s; a fifth option is to buy the re-issue, bring it to a competent local amp tech, and pay to have the Reissue converted to handwired. I’ve done this with a twin, reverb, reissue, and a deluxe reverb re-issue; I have essentially brand new hand wired Amps with quality components, and the combined price of the original amp purchase, and the upgrades is less than either buying a new handwired amp from Fender, or 1960s original model. Maybe it’s me, because I’ve been carrying these amps around all my adult life, but I do not think the tube versions of the Twin Rev, or Deluxe Rev, are especially heavy… and I’m officially old.
Great video! Just picked up a twin reverb tone master blonde. Blown away by the tone. You hit the nail on the head with regard to the omission of a headphone jack. It’s the one thing that could have improved this series of amps. I run my tone master direct through a recording interface to use it with headphones.
I've had the original TM Deluxe for a year and I'm happy with it. I replaced the speaker with a Speaker Warehouse Reaper and I use a Origin Effects Revival Drive which gives me a good variety of tones. Thanks for the video and telling me about the firmware upgrade from the blond amp. I'll give it a try.
I had an original '67 Deluxe non-reverb in mint condition given to me by a friend. Felt like I won the lottery. Perfect size/weight/volume ratio. Makes a great gigging and jam night amp. Would love to try that blonde tone master!
Thanks for the great video, Keith! I had an original tonemaster deluxe for a year and it was such a great amp in my apartment. But I was offered a '66 deluxe reverb a few months back for a decent price and couldn't refuse. Wanted to try a vintage version for awhile and now I'm in a house where I can turn things up a bit more. So I sold the tonemaster to fund the purchase. And of course, had to sink a few hundred into the '66 to get it up to snuff. Vintage gear indeed costs $$$$ in upkeep. I'd like to get a TM again and will wait for used bargain. I really think they are the best buy in amps going right now.
Agreed. The Fender Deluxe Reverb is by far my favorite guitar amp ever. #2 would be a 1974 Fender Bassman 100, which I used for guitar back in the day. It sounded great, particularly when it was cranked and overdriven. But, it was SO loud at that level, it blew away the rest of the band. Also, it was SO bulky and SO heavy, I'm not sure I could manage it now.
Hi Keith, I would like to say thank you because I had not played music for the last two weeks, I got hooked by an online multi-player shooting game, which is extremely addictive. But watching you video, I really feel like plugging my guitar to my amp again. So really thank you.
Excellent! Me? I struggle to spend less time making videos and more time playing. :)
With each SH you kick it up a notch. I'll be watching this one a couple more times.
I have several Fender amps - I am the original owner of them all.
My main gig "go-to's" are my original Brown '62 Vibrolux for large venues -
and my original '64 BFDR and a '62 Tweed Deluxe for smaller venues -
-- Tones to DIE FOR -- Never an Issue -- Always Amazing --
I've owned all since my dad bought them for me 'Way Back in those dayz"!
Keith ....let me tell you... I used to be as a balanced in my speech as you.... now a lot of time has put an edge where none is needed. You are a benchmark of how to sound confident, logical and astute at the same time without being boring. I love the way you talk
Great video Keith I love your videos. I have a Princeton reverb made in 1964, I put it in a head cabinet so it's smaller. I bought it in 1979. I have a 10-inch speaker cab and I have another cabinet with an EV 12 inch speaker. I take the 10-inch speaker to small gigs or stay at home and the electro voice 12in which is much more efficient and puts out a very loud sound when I need more. With both speakers running the thing screams. I love my Princeton reverb I'm never getting rid of it and I don't even need a back up cuz it runs perfectly I have rewired it and I'll keep it for the rest of my life. But, I might consider a Deluxe it is the only other fender amp I would consider but I don't need one I'm happy with my Princeton thanks
Sir, “Bada Bing”...you are the man. Thank you for another great video 👍🏼. Perfect comparison of all three amps. Answered all my questions. Like you I have and do own other blackface fenders or other brands but never owned a Deluxe Reverb. Fave was always the Vibrolux Reverb but as gigs and jam sessions becoming quieter and thanks to this video I think a deluxe is in my near future. I do use a Headstrong Lil King S 1x12 with 6L6 output @ approx 28 Watts but it just doesn’t have that Fender “snap” or attack in the front end.
Voiced close to a 64 Princeton Reverb it’s on the warmer side of things. It can accept many other output tubes including 6V6 dropping the output. The Custom shop Deluxe Reverb may be the ticket. Thank you again...sorry so wordy, toooo much coffee this morning Lol.
And then !
PS-Is the Revv amp still in the stable post Deluxe discovery?
Hi, after 27 years with a Fender Twin Reverb I have now a Hughes&Kettner Tubemeister 20 Deluxe. My backbones say thank you.
One of the few times where on my own the less is more view of life paid off after lugging around a 19 7200 W Marshall super lead for 40 years I came upon a fantastic little tamp, a mesa, boogie subway rocket a 20 Watt Little giant, powered by a pair of EL 84 and a handful of 12ax7’s this little Amp does it all it’s an incredible contender to the fender deluxe reverb it does everything the deluxe does but just a little bit better. They’re inexpensive they can play for days and they sound fantastic. It’s something you should take a look at.
You could put a hood over Eric Johnson and just by the way he holds himself and the guitar whilst he's playing, easily recognise him. Eric Johnson has the most recognisable guitar playing style of anyone. Then again he's also pulling out all the stops to give an A+ performance. Great player.
Excellent episode! I always appreciate your thoroughness. I also love the DR. I have a 64 reissue I have re-tubed.
The newest Blonde Fender DR Tone Master is "the future"...the tone is simply Deluxe Reverb, i.e., fantastic. Plus, no finicky tubes and 24lbs = No brainer!
I finally brought in my guitar/pedals to my local guitar center and plugged into a 65 reverb deluxe reissue. This is the first time I have ever played one, I've been Marshall guy, and all I can say is wow! This is my dream amp and I will be purchasing one asap
That was the clearest, no BS comparison of the venerable Deluxes I've heard - thanks. Too Big Is A fit is exactly what I was thinking when I bought the Twin Tone Master when it first came out. I will have to see if there is a digital mod or even a need to do that to the Twin. Also, I like the company you keep - I watch all of your cohorts on a regular basis and TrueFire has been my source of "learning" for a long time (just wish I had the discipline to match. Thanks again for your work, it calms me down when I need to stop the merry-go-round. You and Zac are the adult version of Mr. Rogers and that is just what is needed on the menu these days.
I'm at the stage of my life where I am just a basement player. I have a Princeton and an AC10. Both louder than you would think. What intrigued me most about this episode was the Two Notes Captor X. It might be just what I need to allow me to run my amps at the settings that God intended.
i bought the black tm version when they first came out. i use the normal channel with my pedal board which is. comp, od9, little tweedy, delay, reverb. i have been playing nothing but fender since 1968 and this one especially in a gig mix you can not tell the difference! and the 23 pound weight, im 61 its great!! yes at home, low volume theres a slight difference, not bad, just different, but gig volume an mix, excellent!!
I like to keep my gear simple too. I have two amps, and a hand wired Deluxe Reverb is on of em. It’s my desert island amp and does anything I’ll ever need. Sounds amazing and it looks sexy. Win!
Software update and guitar amplifier are words I’ll never say in one sentence please god! The tube is the gold standard for me and nothing else comes close.
Thanks Keith.
Another great video, as usual. My vintage blackface is getting a little too heavy and a bit unreliable to cart around to gigs. I'm also on the North side of fifty. The Tonemaster seems like a great idea. Again, thank you for your videos, we all really look forward to them.
Howdy Kieth. Watched this 3 times now. So appreciate these educational offerings. FWW makes my week.
Thanks Bill!
I know what it takes to produce a great video. The prep work is many hours. You take the time to research your history, doing the filming, the editing, etc. RUclips should pay you compensate you not only on the hits but on the production quality.