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Key points:
0:00 Intro
0:07 JAM! (I'm Ready - Cardinal Black)
1:01 This amp blew my mind...
2:50 JAM! (Artist Showroom Walkthrough)
4:04 American Vintage II '63 Telecaster
4:17 Shootout with a Telecaster
7:32 Shootout with a Stratocaster (American Vintage '57 Strat)
9:33 Initial impressions
10:42 Final thoughts
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Apologies the sound isn't up to my usual standard; I wasn't particularly planning on shooting any video but I thought some of you may be interested in the shootout! I hope you enjoy it :)
I think your audience is sophisticated enough at this point to understand. No need to apologize, just getting a chance to look behind the curtains at a place most of us will never get is worth the journey. Cheers from the States.
Hey Chris. I recently bought a 73 DR. It’s before they added a master vol and the circuit is much the same as the late 60s drip edge models. But it was MUCH cheaper. Warm, rich and a quiet noise floor. Worth a look if you can snag a good one. I’ve got a Celestion G12 H30 in there (JD Simo uses these) which has a much more balanced response. Good luck with the search and the album release!
It was really hard to distinguish the tones even with my studio monitors. Sad you didn't have your normal production kit for the shoot-out.
SOUNDED TERRIBLE BUCK
I was interested definitely..thank you Chris!
The joy in your face each time you plug your chord into that '65' amp says it all.
No one ever dared turn on reverb in that room 😂
NOPE! ;)
The tube driven reverb is the thing I would yes what ever the room is a bit for sure 🦸♂️
I could make all those amps sound terrible 😜
Beautiful playing and tone as always Chris!
I agree
Ditto 🤣
Yes, but with my Custom Shop Metal Zone pedal, I could make all the amps sound really terrible and make them cry that I stop.
Is it me. Or does everyone wish they could play as completely awesome as Mr. Chris Buck.....you are inspiring at the very least..
I have been a bass player for almost 40 years but back in the 70s I started on guitar. Richie Blackmore, Rory Gallagher and Hendrix were my heroes back then. I still play the guitar and right now for my taste there is no one who I like listening to more than you, Sure the list of really great guitar players on youtube is endless. But there is something about the vibe that you create and that touches me more than any other guitar player I can think of.
Well yes, you might enjoy Matthew Scott's riffs. He uses all original vintage Strats and amps, and his style is rather very appealing to an ear of an older music lover.
@@Phoenix_cataclysm_in_2040 So you think that just because I'm an "older" music lover I can't tell the difference between an average guitar player and someone exceptionally brilliant? Mathew is OK enough but he and Chris are worlds apart.
Lyle is BRUTAL in his opinion of modern Fender amps but for all the right reasons
The handwired was my personal fav.
Fender get on board and make Chris a signature artist🙏 These days were all buying multiple guitars of different brands so multi sponsorship shouldn’t be an issue. I’m a Fender fan boy but I bought a Yamaha Revstar 720B because of Chris. Come on Fender!
The original 65 was the clear winner in my ears. Of the two reissues, the handwired sound appeals to me more.
@Chris Buck, your noodling is better than my playing. I enjoy watching and listening to you and your Band play. I’m going to have my Grandson follow you so he can be inspired. I had lost hope in modern music until I found your channel. GBY, your family, and your Band.
On your way up man!! I'm here for it!!
Love hearing just a guitar and amp....no pedals, just pure guitar tone. Your a massive player Chris, been following you now for years. Keep it up!
Sounds great!!! With the earbuds 🎶 .. Love the Tone's you were getting on all of them.. and after re-listening.. I agree with your decision.. great video 🙂✌️
Another wonderful video thanks Chris
Love the Cardinal black intro, been listening and relistening to your music killer guitar man!
Nice video of the journey. I have the one you were sitting on and after listening to the three you played, I chose the one you sat on. ;) Thanks for another great vid, Chris. Much success on the new album. :)
That intro Jam was already amazing. Already spent my like after that 😀
I have a genuine 1965 Fender Deluxe Reverb and it is amazing.
Everytime Chris plugs into the 65:
Looks at the camera, smirks as if to say "yeah, nothing comes close". Melts faces with licks.
Life is simple.
Cheers!
I noticed that. First note everytime on the 65 the grin instantly appeared ... you could tell straightaway
@@wilkowilkins363 To be fair, it does sound killer! We'd have the same reaction, I'm pretty sure!
Thanks for this, I'd agree the reissue in this instance sounded more you and thus better to our ears, and the original sounded even better, fully played in : )
Excellent comparison! Cheers!
I so appreciate Chris' ability to set hype and hip in it's place and concentrate on sound. Much like Shane from "In The Blues" (who dares to speak highly of the Peavey Bandit), Chris gives us a true "blind audition" assessment of the sound he's looking for rather than the look. Well done.
Fender artist place, and he is on his knees unplugging and plugging in. I think they need to watch 'that pedal show' or something. Amazing playing.
You're such a great unique player.
Original 65 no question, but fingers and talent are everything; sweet as a nut - thank you Chris.
Yep, the new ones look the part, but that’s it.
Many months ago I bought my ticket to see Frampton at the Royal Albert Hall in November. You've just made my day by announcing that Cardinal Black will be the support. I'm sure it's no coincidence that a guitar legend like Peter Frampton has chosen the best young blues/rock guitarist out there as his support. Dare we dream that you'll play a track with the great man himself?
I assumed the Hw would out but absolutely I'd lean toward the 65 reissue as well.
Thanks, great job entertaining us all!
Unfortunately Fender still put cheap components in the ‘64 Custom even though it’s hand wired. The only real upgrade you’re getting for the price is an alnico speaker.
You’re the best player of your generation. Amazing.
Glad to see you moving from a considerably stated 'boutique' Amp to an old classic. I have been using a 1990 Deluxe Reverb 64' for about 3 Years now and it never let me down and I love the tones!
One thing to consider is changing the stock speaker if you are not digging the mid scoopy sound. I have put a Celestion G1265 Heritage into mine and the sound is more rounded but still typical blackface.
Thanks Chris. Great playing as usual. Thanks for comparing these amps. I love DRs and have used them for years as well as a Little Walter 50W amp (based on a Fender Tweed 5C3) for back up and gigs that require more headroom (an amp well worth checking out). I've owned a 65 reissue in the past. Great sounding amp. However, I think it's perfect for studio/home playing, but for gigging and touring, the PCB can be unreliable at times. I had several issues with mine to the point where I wasn't trusting it for gigging. Usually PCB issues and low quality components that needed replacing. I loved the overall sound though. I now have an older 70's DR that has so far (touch wood) been reliable for a number of years and plenty of gigs. It's also easier to fix (according to my amp tech) if an issue does appear. I popped a Jensen Blackbird 100 which really sings in this amp. I agree - DRRI's have a great sound and great value - especially if you upgrade the stock speaker. Thanks again Chris.
Chris you are an amazing player, didn't ever think I'd hear you do a sample of 'Hammer to fall' though - lol
Thank you for sharing.
I think your ability to narrate to a camera is as good as your playing. Both are eloquent. 👍
Honestly, they all sound terrific, all though slightly different but equally good. With some precise tweaking they’d probably sound the same. I have a 65 drri myself which I love. Wouldn’t swap it for anything. Wonderful playing as always!
100% with you on that choice; the 65 reissue was defo more musical (out of those two choices) to my ears and, each time you hit the first note after plugging in, I grinned. Gotta say, it's lovely to see that a PCB aka cheaper amp can really deliver, especially for those of us without the means to cough for the real deal! Hoping life is good with you and wishing you every happiness and success too mate😎👊🎸
I saw a video about the differences between pcb Vs hw, and an amp designer said that although hw amps do have some better quality components, the sonic differences are basically zero, apart from the usual variances that occur with the components.
i agree suzy,nice to see the cheaper alternative sounding just as good,thank god fender pay just as much attention to quality control regardless of price.
Nothing wrong with PCB except that Fender chose to put the cheapest components they can buy in their amps.
The Filter Caps in my ‘65 DRR needed replacing by a tech after only a year.
The 22watt deluxe is, was and always will be perfect.😊
Thanks Chris, always wanted to side by side my Original 1966 Deluxe Reverb with the reissue and non hand wired version.
To my ears the original sounds noticeably better. Also enjoy your fine Guitar playing! I have the KOT as well, my nephew worked at their shop. I’m waiting for my TS9 to TS 808 Brown mod from Analog Man, saw Papa Chubby the other night here in New York. He uses a Vintage Vibrolux and TS 9 mod. Great blues player. I installed the Warehouse G 12 C/S to cut a bit of that spikiness, the ET 65 also is nice
I put NOS preamp tubes in my 64 Custom DR and it completely upgraded the sound and reverb control. Now it’s perfect.
Wow! The reverb in that room!!
😱
The hand wired was very clean and crisp as where the reissue was a bit more wooly. For Chris's style the wool helps to smooth out his fairly aggressive pick attack. You gotta go with what accents your playing style best.
I am a Fender fan....can't go wrong with a Super Sonic, or Deluxe.....I love my 65 RI Princeton Reverb....I also have a Champ and SS....don't need anything else ...Thanks Chris Wow, the amp room, my office needs to look like that :p
Ah Chris is one of the better informed contributers on utube. No nonsense straight talking and sound advice.
Soak it up.
"I'm sure they're sick to death of me." 😂 I'm willing to bet they would happily listen to Chris ALL DAY!
I can actually listen to Chris. Not your average noodler! Thanks for doing this Chris, I am at a point were I am looking for an amp upgrade. I found an old Fender Jazzmaster Ultralight amp head and now I am trying to piece together the parts for a cabinet. I've decided that I want something that suits a broad range of genres. So I figured, if it suites Jazz, it can do anything. So, I really like the JENSEN vintage speakers. Fender thought the same thing as they put a lot of these in there amps. Of what you looked at I like the Reverb deluxe '65 with the vibrato circuit built in, a very nice sounding amp!
I have a ‘64 handwired DRVB and absolutely love it. Nothing brittle in it’s sound - and I tried a 65 reissue. Close, but the 64 was better. Especially with the handwired amps, it must really come down to the individual amp while the PCB ones seem more consistent.
100% spot on.
The 63 tele sounded great 👍
I would go with the hand-wired version simply because a) it doesn't suffer from Fender's usual modern circuit layout failings and b) if it does breakdown it's more easily repaired. Tonally, it could be warmer, but you can always change the speaker. Win-win.
Those are great amps. I favor the 64 reissue. I would have liked to hear the Deluxe Reverbs, especially the the Custom Shop model. Maybe you’ll come back for another go. 👍☮️🌞🎸❤️
Hi Chris, I owned a handwired & despite different speakers & an amp tech go over it I sold it. A modern amp that I believe sounds better than an original Deluxe Reverb is a Magnatone Twilighter or Stereo Twilighter. Neil Young's amp tech Larry Cragg had a hand in the design. I've had my Stereo Twilighter for 8 years & gig with it... it's beautiful with headroom for days. The number of great comments I get for my tone...however in your hands it would be incredible and suit your style. Billy Gibbons, Jeff Beck, Neil Finn, Ariel Posen, Luke Nelson etc...all use modern Magnatones
I had a vibrolux . Something about those 6L6 tubes that creates a great sound. My amp also had twin 12” speakers. Always wanted a showman or bandmaster.
Definitely worth checking out a Dr Z Z-Lux. Everything made in house turret boards etc and the transformers are made by the same people who made them for fender back in the 60s, also 100% hand wired with no compromise on components. Best sonding fender amp I've heard although it's not a fender... 😅
I have a 65 deluxe and the Z-Lux just sounded like it but way sweet in every way. Also can do way more.
Great comparison Chris. Nothing wrong with pcb amps if done correctly.
Thanks for this test, Chris. Just one remark: all three amps are equipped with different Speakers and - of course - add their flavor to the sound. Nevertheless, apart from your "constant smiling" once you plugged into the original 65, it is definitely "the" sound. Finally I was a bit astonished you are preferring to buy the RI one. Indeed seen from a price point, the RI is a very good alternative. I own a RI, too. After testing and swapping a lot of tubes and done a modification on the reverb/Vibrato that is now accessible on both channels, I don't feel the need to haunt for the 64 hardwired anymore. (Not being able to use the Rev/Vib on both channels always made me think to acquire the hardwired which has this feature onboard). YES, It is hard to beat the beautiful sound you have with your original one, I absolutely agree! It is not easy to find a good and consistent working old amp, whose original parts are almost 60 years old - when you know what I mean. So the two "new" ones are a very good alternative for us, nowadays. Cheers from Germany!
Have someone build you a clone Fender amp. I know you know people, Chris. That is truly the best way to get that sound and not worry about a vintage one going up in smoke. The Fender 64 DR isn't as high quality as it should be at that price. It still uses a PCB and the same iron and an inferior speaker. You will spend less money and have the highest quality parts.
The 65 reissue has it's problems, mainly the push on heater connections on the PCB that can't handle the current over time. Have them hard wired to the octal sockets if you get one.
Next on my list to build is a Vibroverb.
100% agree.
That PCB sounds outstanding
After much consideration, its a tough decision, but I preferred the Fender.
Going on the reaction every time you plugged it in, seems like you need to make an offer for your mate's amp...
THE AMPS WERE OK..THE 2 GUITARS SOUNDED FANTASTIC
The tonemaster hiding in the back made me chuckle.
My 1965 Deluxe Reverb is dated in May of 1965, which puts it right after the purchase by CBS. I bought it in either 1967 or 1969. I cannot remember which exactly.
Since then I have unfortunately had it modified. I had a "fat switch" installed which is several capacitors on a 5-way switch and a master volume dial. The reverb and tremolo dial were combined into one two level dial. I also installed a Jensen speaker with a bigger magnet which added about 5 pounds to the weight. I am pretty sure I have the original blue back in another cabinet somewhere.
It is hard to tell with youtube coming through my Alesis monitor speakers and Hafler pre-amp, but here is my impression. The amp in the middle, I think it is the '64 handwired re-isssue sounds most like my 1965. Because of the CBS purchase, I always thought that Fender was using up parts in their inventory and may have been a little sloppy in the production. However, I always liked the sound and I usually played it between 4 1/2 and 5 1/2 with the master volume at a level compatible with the room and band, which usually meant pretty much full up. At times I really pushed the amp to its limits to try for that Grateful Dead Space feedback.
IMHO you should have picked the amp in the middle. In 40 or 50 years you will know you made the right choice. Thanks for listening.
The amps are cool, but do we wanna talk about the fact that they're touring with frampton already?? Freaking deserved, ya'll are awesome
I really like my 65ri deluxe reverb- it has a g12 65 - sounds great
Why didn't I know of you and Cardinal Black a year ago, when you played my local venue, Stoke Victoria Hall? DAMN! A MISSED OPORTUNITY IF EVER THERE WAS ONE? 😭
Gr8 stuff
Vintage wins again !!
Just wanted to add…….
The 64 HW Deluxe I owned lived in the Normal channel, and it positively had better edge of breakup sound than the 65 RI I had as well. The other channel never did it for me .
Modest lad great player
As an owner/player of a ‘65 Deluxe Reverb for nearly 40 years,I applaud your choice.
But……next time try a Vibroluxe.Two tens & a few more watts make it perfect for your upcoming venues.
Both Roy and Danny played through Vibroluxes,and they were the best.
Chris,sorry to tell you,but apparently scammers have hacked your video channel.I got a “reply” to contact through Telegram,where I was told I was being gifted a new Tele,but I’d have to pay shipping,which was prohibitively steep.Red Flags everywhere!!!
This is just to alert you.
Hopefully Ed doesn’t meet with any foul play in the near future as this video could be entered into evidence. Thanks to Chris and Ed for sharing this interesting comparison.
Funny, sometimes you can tell if it’s a great amp only by plugging the cord into the input jack..;) Great playing as always 👌🏻
I think the biggest difference between the actual 65 and the PCB 65 is in the speaker. The speaker of the actual 65 sounded well worn in. I wonder if you’d like an eminence Eric Johnson signature (alnico) speaker in your deluxe reverb.
My dream Fender amp would be a Tone Master (yes, I've gone digital) with ALL the different TM models/amps available in one amp. With a footswitch and presets to make it flexible for live use.
Agree, and you don't break your back moving it around.
Great video. Be interested in the speaker differences and whether playing in versus new made a big difference.
Changing the speaker in the modern DRRI does wonders.
Nothing they have is as good as the Victory V140 ❤
Handwired sounds best through your phone. Clear and harmonic
Its surprisingly close. Stock the PCB felt closer as the hand wired was a bit too bright. The OG of course benefits from better quality components and certain aspects of the lead dress and transformers that 100% of their time. The biggest single issue was probably the speaker. There is n substitute for a speaker with 100s of hours on it. FWIW I have found that most quality modern speakers get there eventually. Just takes a few years.
The 65 is the one my guy 🤘❤😉👏
The Vibroverb is my all time favourite amp from Fender. They should bring it back!
Amps are just circuits. Speakers are everything. If your amp puts out 20 watts, use a 35-watt speaker. I have a 90-watt head at 8 ohms ... if I could just find a pair of Jensen-type ceramic 15" speakers each at 16 ohms and 75 watts!
I'm surprised your dream amp is a Fender. I find it very interesting. I have '67 Bassman and '68 Princeton and neither is my dream amp. Hey, to each. You are a fantastic musician! Love your vids.
Oh, I wouldn't go with a reissue, but an original Deluxe is very good.
Whats your dram amp
I think the main difference in sound here is the speaker. You could have plugged the reissues into the original speaker 65 for a better comparison. But cool episode
+++ hello Chris, congrats for your new Amp, but you should watch some repairvideos for that amp and after warrantytime you should mod the Heaterwiring (by tech) for more relaibility. There ist to much current for the PCB and should not run on the PCB. Better with direkt wires+++ greetings from Germany, sry about my english...
That jam was great!!! Where can I see you live?
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Oh thats where I can see you live!!!
The Fender DRRI needs about $300 worth of work done by a competent tech to make it so it will last and be reliable, just an FYI to factor in the decision.
Natural reverb hits different
heard the lp today its great between your band Bonamassa and Black Berry Smoke rock has a great future
Any "true sound connoisseur", knows there is only one way too choose The Best sounding amp of the lot! You need to close your eye's & Throw a Dart!! All other methods are just subjective!? Ha! Good luck Mr Buck.
The best sounding amp is always the one he is hooked up into.
FRAMPO! Nice! \m/
No game there! The true 65 kills those others... flat out!
Thanks for this video. Next time please consider playing the amps into the same speaker. Thanks again 👊
I feel like I’d run the 64 for my cleans, it’s just a little creamier, and the vintage 65 for the overdriven stuff as it thickens up more.
ALL three sound real good. But that '64 Handwired takes the cake. Or in your case ... tea and crumpets. My personal opinion is that the Handwired will last longer.
The ‘65’ Amp has the full scope of sound that I would want.
Good bass player !!! Most guitar players who pmm Ll at extended solos make sure they have a bass player who does not play fills or has any chance of upstaging them.. so kudos for that .
I had written fender off as far as making new amps that can homm km d a flame to there classics . So again kudos for that too
Don’t fret the sound quality, it just may be better than your giving it credit for ., sounds fine
I am a student majoring in guitar. My dream is to play like you. Could you give me some advice on how to be a great performer like you?
yes 65 og
I am a little concerned about the amp checkout as you really need to take both of those two amps, put them in the "woodshed" with the volume set to about 3 and connect the input to your favorite mp3 player. Let them both run for about a week to get the speakers broken in and both amps will sound completely different. This is also a good reason why the display/practice amp at your local shop sounds very different than the new one in the box you take home.
Nice