Three Deluxe Reverbs: My very Short History; featuring RJ Ronquillo

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@WCGaming18228 3 года назад

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.

@WCGaming18228 3 года назад

@@HIWATTSteve An astute observation. Couldn't put my finger on it, but it is definitely a Bob Ross-like delivery.

@Paul_Lenard_Ewing 3 года назад

I have been here since Keith got off the Arc with Noah carrying a pair of Deluxe amps. It was lonely back then ;-)

@naciremasti 3 года назад

I'm waiting for the rebranding of his character into Keith Burns, guitar historian.

@Paul_Lenard_Ewing 3 года назад

@@naciremasti I think he is already there :-)

@JohnnyArtPavlou 3 года назад

Totally! 🪄🎩

@AskZac 3 года назад

I made it into a Five Watt World video. I have made it. Thanks, Keith!

@fivewattworld 3 года назад

Everyone should go watch your video. Then they'd know where I know anything about Deluxes. :)

@joshbabbitt9243 3 года назад

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.

@lecroixband 3 года назад

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....

@thefirstdude 2 года назад

I arrived here via Zach’s video. 😎✌🏼

@Badhands55 2 года назад

Yea Zac it’s all your fault I got a deluxe reverb - thanks 🙏🏼

@biscuitarts 3 года назад

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.

@Rhythmicons 3 года назад

I get music gear checks at the beginning of the semester. I use the leftovers to pay tuition.

@embreesmith7613 2 года назад

That really fukkn suxx. Been there, you are not alone. .. what is it with musicians anyway ??

@scottreynolds6317 3 года назад

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...

@fivewattworld 3 года назад

Good plan Scott!

@5000rgb 3 года назад

Either one will make you smile but better guitar skills will make smile more.

@cedartop1 3 года назад

Great choice.

@camerarderie5070 2 года назад

Good idea... But I would go the Fender Deluxe Blonde. Because blondes have more fun...!

@journeyquest1 2 года назад

The 65 PRRI has gone up $400 since i bought mine not long ago.

@SkeleTele 3 года назад

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.

@BensMusicDojo 3 года назад

The deluxe reverb is simply what a guitar amp should sound like.

@fredjaeger690 Год назад

@L Smith I agree with the jensen. Swap with a creamback or redback and it all comes together.

@matthewf1979 3 года назад

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.

@kosmicwizard 3 года назад

Yeah! Their tweed deluxe kit is the bomb!

@buzzawuzza3743 3 года назад

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.

@honkytonkinson9787 3 года назад

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

@earle4370 3 года назад

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.

@WillyPDX94 3 года назад

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.

@RPSartre01 3 года назад

A couple of years ago I got the 64 hand wired DRRI. I have never heard a better amp. So inspiring to play through.

@8153max Месяц назад

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 ❤

@RiffsAndBeards 3 года назад

Ayeeeeeee getting a cup of coffee now!

@fivewattworld 3 года назад

Don't spit your coffee when the big blonde bearded guy pops up on the screen. Thanks again Fluff!

@Munchable420 3 года назад

Got my whiskey and Coke 🤘

@captaintony1227 3 года назад

Hi fluff.

@1ListerofSmeg 3 года назад

I appreciate the heads up.🙂 Coffee is a key component of my five watt world experience.👍

@bigtsshackfestival9563 3 года назад

How about history of Toakai les Paul Keith ?? Are u too big to take requests now Keith ?

@E29music 3 года назад

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

@stanskipworth 3 года назад

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!

@jeffgerndt2813 3 года назад

Excellent episode! I always appreciate your thoroughness. I also love the DR. I have a 64 reissue I have re-tubed.

@chrisevans1546 3 года назад

Love it, love it, love it. Thanks for all you do, Keith.

@MichaelLynMusic 2 года назад

Fantastic Job Sir....thank you especially for the info on updating the Tone Master and Speaker Upgrade!...You're videos just keep getting better and better...

@mistershabadoo 3 года назад

Love your content, Keith! Thanks so much for all your hard work!

@andrew7090 3 года назад

Great video as always. The 'Five Watt World' logo behind your head would make a killer t-shirt by the way...

@fivewattworld 3 года назад

I'm working on that.

@DavidHBurkart 3 года назад

@@fivewattworld Has a "That Thing You Do" vibe. Yes please.

@jefferson4245 3 года назад

Call Keith the "Home Run King" of guitar content. Hail to the King!

@bruzrkgro-malog2953 3 года назад

Hail to the King baby!

@StangDGB 3 года назад

You sir and this channel are a gem amongst the endless gravel. May the 5 Watt world continue and good fortune come your way!

@sauce_aux 2 года назад

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!

@bootlebeats6331 3 года назад

Your pearls of wisdom that you've collected are great. So are your informative videos. I was never a Fender amp fan as a player but I sure enjoyed them when someone was playing. For some reason my ear & hands reactions couldn't find the sweet spot with them. Anyhoo, thanks for sharing.

@ZackSeifMusic 3 года назад

Love sitting down and learning from these videos. Thanks Keith!

@MrTraewilliams 3 года назад

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.

@gregsbikes 3 года назад

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.

@matthewmp111 3 года назад

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.

@two-tone6934 3 года назад

This was so helpful and informative Thank you Keith you really do some deep dives.

@wisdomoverfear2685 3 года назад

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 RU-vid 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 RU-vid channel for musicians the world over !

@richardlynch5632 3 года назад

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.

@OZKÄRSTALIN 3 года назад

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.

@AnthonyxMcDonald 3 года назад

That definition of what is “enough” really hit home. Thank you for that.

@kenbelliveau16 3 года назад

It’s been amazing to watch this channel grow so quickly. Almost 150k now!

@davidsommerville2213 2 года назад

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!

@okiwatashi2349 3 года назад

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.

@98Vols 3 года назад

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.

@mister-LA 3 года назад

With each SH you kick it up a notch. I'll be watching this one a couple more times.

@michaelriffey2372 3 года назад

Thanks again keith. The short history stories are may favorite segment on youtube.

@richwallace6854 Год назад

Be glad Keith. It has been your videos thgat has shown me the knowledge to appreciate much lower wattage amps.

@periloustemple8290 2 года назад

Loved it, as usual. And am a fan of all these cats who let you share their mojo and clips. Good stuff. Cheers!

@johnclark1000 3 года назад

Always the best contact! Thanks again.

@robertpratt1020 3 года назад

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!

@robertgandy1519 3 года назад

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.

@theaxe5150 3 года назад

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!

@littlerhodyguitar2169 3 года назад

Great video as always. Thanks for another great episode.

@Po1itica11yNcorrect Год назад

RJ Ronquillo! YES!! The brother is a ridiculously talented guitarist, and can belt out a tune as well when he sings.

@JHKNVY02 5 месяцев назад

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.

@fivewattworld 5 месяцев назад

Thanks!

@MrSh8ky 3 года назад

Thanks Keith for your wonderful insights into the TM DR amps and the Custom DR. I myself after moving around a Twin Reverb RI from gig to gig for the past 20+ years, hardly turning the volume above 4 and hurting my back in the process decided to try out the TM DR (Cream version) and have never looked back. Love it to bits....at home I pair it with the Twin and the sound is awesome, when I need to play out I virtually throw the virtual amp in the car and off I go. Thanks for the videos Keith. Love your content. Cheers Marty from Melbourne🇦🇺

@cjwall1000 3 года назад

Love these videos. Have the ToneMaster and loved everything except the speaker. Based on your HX Stomp video, I purchased a PowerCab+. I now run the DR-TM from the XLR out with the amps IR turned off, into the PowerCab which lets me load different IR's or use the single speaker IR's on the Cab. Opens up a bunch of different options. The Powercab even came loaded with a 64 Deluxe Reverb IR that sounds great.

@guppybill 2 года назад

I keep coming back here! By far my favorite/most timely offering.

@Bravo4400 2 года назад

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.

@hkguitar1984 3 года назад

I like what you stated, 90% is still an "A". Thank You

@WillyMcCoy50 3 года назад

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!

@michaeldriskell6431 3 года назад

Thanks for the continued fantastic content!

@CamiloVelandia 3 года назад

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.

@75YBA 3 года назад

You’re a great guy! Thanks for all the gear info!

@tball5677 Год назад

Another informative, enjoyable video, Thanks Kieth

@TheSleepArtist 3 года назад

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

@ryanfulldark2775 3 года назад

I learned a ton here. I think the Two Notes Captor is exactly what I’m looking for to get the most out of my Super Reverb. It breaks up nicely with my Les Paul but the sweet spot is too loud for the home studio. Thanks for another great one, Keith!

@gregoryclem9961 3 года назад

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. ; )

@KeithShelley 3 года назад

From one Keith to another, thanks for this video! I got the original Tone Master Deluxe at the beginning of quarantine and it's become my favorite amp. The firmware upgrades are icing on the cake. For the record, I just got a Revv G3 overdrive and have been playing metal very happily through my TMDR with a PRS Mark Holcomb SE.

@stephenleake81 3 года назад

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.

@Mauitaoist 2 года назад

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

@uptopmikep7065 3 года назад

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.

@pgiuliano7 7 месяцев назад

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.

@KrenarCilkuGuitar 3 года назад

This was a pleasure to watch, Keith. Thank you for your content!

@leeholbrook5278 2 месяца назад

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"!

@78tag 3 года назад

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.

@oig40203 3 года назад

I bought the Twin Tone Master. It now goes with me everywhere, and my 1965 Vibrolux Reverb stays home in my studio.

@MulaMusic67 3 года назад

Another rivetting episode, thanks, Keith. You've also given me the confidence to make that firmware upgrade to my black Deluxe Tone Master! 😎

@jirdesteva 3 года назад

Thanks again Keith. Another must see now want.

@SPR-Pedals 6 месяцев назад

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.

@ChrisNolteRips 3 года назад

love the "Too big to fit " analogy. I have the Deluxe with Bassman circuit in the left channel and silver face in the right . Love it!!

@scottbogfoot 3 года назад

Thanks Keith, Everything you do on this channel is very appreciated! I'm a sponge for information delivered this way. I don't get a chance to join you during your live shows, I do a thing with my friends that cannot be rescheduled but I do always watch the replay afterwards. I also wanted to mention that if you ever needed information about Garrison Guitars for short story purposes I can help you out with info links, personal stories, pictures of the building, I'd try to get you an interview with the person who made it happen. garrison's were built in the late 90's to mid 00's-ish about a mile from my home. They were sold to Gibson but they had a great story that would be deserving of a short story. Thanks Keith 😃Cheers from Newfoundland !

@marcschuler1702 3 года назад

Nice review. Thank you! I use my tonemaster with a headphone by plugging the headphone into the XLR output using a two Euro adaptor. It works perfect

@paulmichaelsmith3207 2 года назад

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.

@gdkopinionator4356 3 года назад

This video was just as timely as can be. I just got my Tonemaster and am awaiting my HX Stomp. A video on the pairing of the two would really be awesome. It seems like it's a fairly popular combination. Once again, love the channel, and love my 5WW t-shirt!

@camerarderie5070 2 года назад

This is too much information... Absolutely PERFECT VIDEO... Or you would say... It's a too big fit! I've watched quite a few videos on the tone master and those many don't fit with few exceptions. You have gone back and compared the whole lot which is what I never realised I needed! Thanks so much! Great job... Fit!

@davidramusga5153 3 года назад

I respect your idials so much. Love to hear your voice talking. It's very eloquent

@jimwalker7740 3 года назад

I appreciate your honesty and knowledge thanks for the video

@MikeSadlerAU 3 года назад

Love it! Had a similar journey myself, albeit three back surgeries almost guaranteed the Tonemaster would get my attention, no matter how good it sounded. Thank goodness it sounds sooo good; I went with the Blonde one when it was released, and having traded my '65 DRRI for it, was feeling I had 'better' tone on balance, with the Celestion and virtual bright-cap removal being closer to my 'ideal' Blackface sound. Similar to Keith, I have a Rivera Dolce (22W, 6V6's, reverb, Blackface 'clean', but with a Marshall-esque 'crunch' channel and a Greenback in mine) with an (original) Captor attenuating or silencing it, and feeding a C.A.B. IR loader that can drive headphones as well as my interface... a setup I had been using with my '65 DRRI. Having the 'real thing' tube amp that can stay at home, and the Blonde Tonemaster for any place I need to carry an amp has been interesting, in that I thought I'd always use the Rivera at home... mostly, I *just* use the Tonemaster, except recording specific tracks, because the Tonemaster just works so well. I have always wanted a Princeton, and I like to run Wet-Dry, but I'm really starting to think another (maybe a used, original) Tonemaster is a better bet... and will probably allow me to play 'out' ten years longer by being able to do even the biggest gig with just 2 x 10kg amps :-)

@DavidDiMuzio 3 года назад

Man, this is content!! 😁

@EricMerrow Год назад

Thanks for this video Keith! I’m ultra intrigued by the tone master amps and I’m gonna have to get one in my hands soon!

@kenk7049 3 года назад

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.

@dariusliadon 3 года назад

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.

@williamschweickert7616 3 года назад

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.

@richardreyes9604 3 года назад

Great video as always, l play a princeton with a 12in Jensen alnico blue and love it. The thought of a bigger amp has been haunting me, the hardwired deluxe sound perfect.

@josephkatusich2551 3 года назад

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?

@isaacjohnson. 3 года назад

Excellent video Keith! I'm on this Deluxe journey now, and want to try all 3 options too, like you did. Love your integrity, and the quality of your videos is one reason why I watch. It's obvious you put a lot of effort into these. I am drawn more and more by a similar ethos to what you usually discuss here, and find myself trying to do more with less-and what I have is good enough. Yet, I too still need to clean out the accumulated fluff. Maybe a custom Deluxe is in my future once I do. (edited:forgot to say Thanks to RJ! Love listening to his playing.)

@jmnajmna-ci4rj 3 года назад

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.

@stevemoore6814 3 года назад

Another great video Keith. Now I see why you decided this is your go to amp. So far my 70's Princeton reverb is more than enough for me. Now I'm thinking about just one more amp. :)

@wesirvin5147 3 года назад

Hey, Keith. Watching this video really got me thinking. I think we are from the same era, just different genres. (HS grad 1987). Your study on the Deluxe Reverb really spoke to me. When I was in my early teens (early 80s) my folks divorced. And in his obvious mid-life crisis :) my dad bought a 70s Quad Reverb. Damn, I loved that thing. I used it for playing my guitar, making my own "mix tapes" using the outputs to my Hi-Fi creating 8 track recordings when it was just really adding a take on top of a cassette playing through, to DJ-ing for Jr High and HS parties. Even though I went through a 20+ year hiatus in playing, your video reminded me that Fender amps are really part of MY history. Thanks for that.

@runabout76 3 года назад

Great video as always Keith! I would love to see something on the 2203/2204 Marshalls from the late 70s into the 80s and the reissues. I thing you give some great insight into what makes them so legendary. A bit more than 5 watts... but would be cool just the same.

@MartinCliffe 3 года назад

Definitely agree about spending time to get to know gear. Used the same amp (Egnater Tweaker) from 2011-18, then had my 10w Anniversary Edition Blackstar combos since summer '18. Still finding new tones.

@JGlassy 3 года назад

Another right on video-thanks Keith. My Deluxe Reverb is a wine colored 65’ re-issue. Retubed with better tube and I’ve always loved its rich tone. Would love to try a Tone Master too though!

@rjprez588 3 года назад

Great video as always. I have the ‘64 Custom and the EC Vibro Champ. Everything I need in these two...squishy juicy combo! Thanks for the vid.

@__bam 3 года назад

Great video sir. Love your channel. I love my 65 DRRI. It does everything I need it to do although I have customized it a bit. Clipped the bright cap, changed the speaker out to a Weber, and increased the bias slightly. Would I like to have a 65 original? Absolutely, but for now I could not be happier with what I have. It's worked great for me in small to medium sized live settings playing in a 5 piece band. In somewhat larger outdoor settings I have miked it thru the PA and it's been fine. Great amps IMO.

@amandahammond2691 3 года назад

I just bought my first proper amp, a Roland JC-22. Haven’t got the chance to play through it, but I think it may end up filling the same role for me that the Fender here is. I’m pretty excited about it

@jeremyversusjazz 3 года назад

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