This is a long but rewarding video of a much longer process. Watch Part One here: • Requiem for a Bassman?... The full video of Brian playing his “new” Deluxe Reverb(s) without me talking over him: • Modded 68 Custom Delux...
Wow, Lyle, that is some transformation! Its good to see that the rust didn't eat through the metal anywhere. Also I need to say its lovely how deliberate, thoughtful and respectful you are in your approach to these old amps... its wonderful to watch you work.
Well, the outcome was worth all the trouble. I cannot wait to see the results in part three of this spine-tingling trilogy. So, it will be called Bassman III. (this time it's personal). These installments have looked arduous, but I enjoy the fact that your perseverance is shining through it. Bring on part III! Enjoy your weekend.
Thanks Alex. I’m pretty sure this will go more than 3 videos as people rarely watch the long ones (and most people only watch half of a 15 minute video).
Awesome job! Amazing to think that this amp has 'lived' for 57 years and was then nearly out of the game for good, but now gets its re-birth documented for posterity. Whoever owns this one in 2066, will have a great amp and some amazing footage to look back on!
Love the voice over, sped up work in progress style editing. It's nice to see the steps you take and order of operations that are second nature to you, but to some of us are experienced gained through your hours on the bench. Thanks for the upload Lyle, killer work as always.
This isn't just master amp tech at work. It's a restoration artist honoring storied history. Bravo! I don't repair electronics or play musical instruments, but I'm fascinated by watching other people doing it. Can't wait to see the finished product and hear what it sounds like!
I’m guessing I’m not speaking only for myself when I say that a lot of the things that you say would be “really long and boring” to watch would actually be really interesting! Amazing work as always!
Thanks, but sadly I know that most people don’t watch the long videos I’ve done. Most people don’t even finish the 10-15 minute ones. But the cool people do.
Absolute master class in amp rescue and refurb, wonderful work and an equally wonderful channel, thank you for all you do, your voice carries so much gravitas and knowledgeable authority, it’s such a pleasure to watch: listen and learn from a master craftsman at work.
It takes a multi-track mind to not only PLAN all this work then DO all this work, but to keep the camera in mind and reposition it as the focus of work moves around takes that much more concentration. Well done, as a repair and a video.
Terrific. As with Part One I enjoyed your measured and highly knowledgeable approach, especially in dealing with such an extreme case of neglect. (My only reservation was the annoying noodling going on in the background. It’s like having a 14 year old practicing upstairs in their bedroom while trying to concentrate on the TV.) I hope future editions will be accompanied solely by your own mellifluous tones!
Leo originally built these tanks for PROS. How you remembered what went back to where, is quite amazing. As a guitar player of 62+ years, I VERY much appreciate that these amps are not just a source of income for you; but that they really matter to you.
I avoid the guru thing. It’s thrown around way too loose and fast on the internet. I know what I know, and I’m working on the rest. That’s enough for me. But thank you.
Dude, it actually is riveting to watch ( during a nasty ice storm up here in Vermont ) it’s always a pleasure to watch someone who really knows their sh*t.
Oh man! This is amazing!!! I really appreciate that the owner is going ahead with the restoration. Dunking the chassis in Evaporust/Naval Jelly might turn it black. Electrolysis might be the way to go. You could even set up a nickel electroplating bath fairly inexpensively, if the owner wants to go the extra mile.
Super glad that this was salvageable and that the owner took the dive with you so that we could all enjoy watching the process. I was super skeptical after the first video. Amazing work man!
Absolutely amazing transformation. I thought it was so bad I probably would have taken a wire wheel to it. She looks amazing now! Can’t wait to see how this turns out.
Really glad that the owner is prepared to let you do what's necessary to restore this amp. Probably the most satisfying of your videos that I've watched.
