Its more pronounced when using humbucker guitars, and after experiencing it a lot more lately, i decided to set out on a search to find a decent replacement speaker. The 68 custom vibrolux reverb amp pays tribute to the classic look, sound and performance of fenders late60s silverface amps. And have been hunting for this elusive tone ever since. The first cloth used was an offwhite fabric, followed by a horizontalstripe twotone pattern, and finally a. Famous for mark knopflers sultans of swing recording this is a perfect amp for recording or small gig applications. The blackface fender vibrolux reverb is one of the more desirable amps of the era.
I looked at the schematic of this amp and the high voltage supply for the output valves is 437 volts now that is more than enough to convert you from a. I am probably going to get flamed for saying this but here goes. Setting the bias on your output valves and why they appear not be matched when the supplier says they are accurately matched. Beefing up a vintage fender vibrolux reverb this month ive decided to forgo answering a questionnot that i dont have plenty, and thank you for that, loyal readers. So i ripped out the printed circuit board and installed pointtopoint eyelet board photo 2.
Sure they are both 2x10 and 2x 6l6, but they are not the same animal. Im looking for any inputinformation on the custom vibrolux reverb. The mods change all of the crucial components in the signal path and restore the glory of the vibrolux reverb. Lets take the fender 68 custom vibrolux as an example. Retrofitting the fender custom vibrolux reverb into a. The moderately powered vibrolux reverb received a fresh new face in 1968a silverandturquoise front panel with aluminum grille cloth trim, with tone, reverb and. This tribute to the classic fender amp offers a vintage channel with traditional vibrolux voicing, plus a custom channel offering bassman tones. Find cracked tongue stock images in hd and millions of other royaltyfree stock photos, illustrations and vectors in the shutterstock collection. Retrofitting the fender custom vibrolux reverb into a hiss free classic. At least fender never call that a reissue vibrolux reverb.
It is not any closer to vibroverb than the custom vibrolux to the bf and sf vibrolux reverb. It is very highly prized, although not as many available. Fender amplifiers became established with the tweed series, wood cases covered in varnished cotton twill in the manner of suitcases of the era. Custom vibrolux this is the model name for warranty claims service manual january 1995 important notice. The nickname is a misnomer, as tweed is a coarse woollen fabric, often woven in a twill pattern. The fender 68 custom vibrolux guitar amp is a gorgeous sounding tube amp with 2 versatile channels. Im not sure if any vibrolux s of this era were cathode biased. Buy fender custom vibrolux reverb, 63 vibroverb cover, black vinyl. The fender custom vibrolux reverb is a modern day reissue of the famous blackface amp. This is the first time ive ever had an actual problem with a valve amp so here goes. Your question was asked about a vibrolux, so do you mean without the reverb. I am not saying it is not as good, i just say it is not a copy of the original vibroverb. Fender 68 custom vibrolux reverb guitar combo amplifier. Its an easy and completely reversible that yields what i consider to be a more versatile amp.
For some time now my 1966 fender vibrolux has been developing what is called cone cry. I own a vintage princeton, super reverb, vibrolux, deluxe reissue and have recorded a genuine vintage. Whenever i play through it makes a weird noise that sounds like someone is blowing on a mic and once in awhile it makes a loud popping noise. This classic design period has been revived for the new 68 custom vibrolux reverb amplifier, a 2x10 combo reissue of sorts based on the 1968 model with some cool new features and the beautiful aesthetic appeal of the original and sits between 68 custom versions of the 1x12 68 custom deluxe reverb and 2x12 68 custom twin reverb amps. Fender custom vibrolux service manual pdf download. I agree the new pcb custom vibrolux reverbamp owes much more to the old vibroverb. Sporting 35 watts of power from two 6l6 tubes in a 2x10 configuration, these amps broke up fairly early compared to the bigger 6l6 fenders of the era thanks to their smaller speakers, output transformers, and power transformers. In case no one has mentioned it sorry i didnt read the whole thread it is nothing like an old vibrolux reverb so be advised. A lowerpowered little brother to the pro and super models, fenders 35watt vibrolux reverb is prized for the early breakup of its 6l6 power section and the tight, responsive tone from its 10 inch speakers. Ruby tubes replacement tubes kit for the fender vibroverb reissue and vibrolux reissue. There may also be small furrows or fissures across the surface, causing the tongue to have. I didnt know anything about fender amps at the time, but the thing sounded so good that i. If not, then consider the 6163 brown vibrolux with a single 12. Premium recap kits for your fender deluxe reverb or vibrolux reverb amplifier.
In a special twist, both channels boast reverb and tremolo, and the custom channel has a modified bassman tone stack that gives modern players greater tonal. It had a printed circuit board, the reverb wasnt great, and it didnt have the tone i was looking for. Fender 68 custom vibrolux reverbamp 2channel 35watt. Most silverface models convert to a better bias adjustment circuit for improved tone and longer power tube life for your silverface fender amp. The worth of your vibrolux amp largely depends on the year it was made. My gp prescribed drops, followed by a mouth gel, for thrush.
Genuine fender control 250k audio 10% vibrolux 003. I acquired a fender custom vibrolux reverb i wasnt happy with photo 1. You can also follow fender on facebook, twitter, instagram, or youtube. For warranty repair service, only fender specified part numbers are to be used. This amp sports a pair of 10inch speakers with 35 watts of power from an an array of four 12ax7 and two 12at7 preamp tubes along with two 6l6 power tubes. It has two channels, normal and bright, both with a high and low input. Fender amplifiers vintage modified 68 custom vibrolux. Cat powers all good and stuff, and i was struck with how good her guitar setup soundedi spent a lot of time staring at the amp she was using. The vibrolux, a vacuum tubebased electric guitar amplifier by fender, is a highly soughtafter vintage guitar amplifier. I cant remember how the vibrato sounded on that tremolux that i played on so many moons ago. How to select speakers see our buyers guide to vintage fender amps for a guide and picture gallery of the known original speakers in the blackface and silverface amps.
Find fender vibrolux and fender vibroverb from a vast selection of guitar amplifiers. The silverface vibrolux is, hands down, the most valuable silverface fender, with the amps made between 68 and 72 being the most valuable. With a silverandturquoise front panel and classy aluminum drip edge grille cloth trim, the vibrolux reverb received a fresh new face as it remained the compact, gigready amp of choice for pros and amateurs everywhere. I was playing my laney lc30 at band practice and noticed my tone was brittle and trebley and after about 10 minutes there was no sound coming from the amp at all. The amp was primarily manufactured between the late 1950s and the 1970s. Fender vibrolux for sale in uk 36 used fender vibroluxs. You may compare these with your own speakers to determine what you have. Two things about older fender amps and katrinatown.
The guitarist with an eye and ear for late60s fender silverface style will love the 68 custom vibrolux reverb, which honors the classic look and great sound of that eras amps. Vintage constructed amplifier transformers by magnetic components, inc. A new take on one of the most heralded electric guitar amplifiers, the 68 custom vibrolux gives you classic tones in the vintage channel, and some more gain and grit in the new custom channel. However, other conditions, such as geographic tongue or food caught in the groove, can cause pain. The information contained herein is confidential and proprietary to fender musical instruments corp. Find fissured tongue stock images in hd and millions of other royaltyfree stock photos, illustrations and vectors in the shutterstock collection. And dont miss fender play, our complete app for learning to play acoustic and electric guitar, bass and ukulele. The fender clean sound is pretty darn similar no matter which classic amp you go to. The fender 68 custom vibrolux reverb is a faithful recreation of the silverface vibrolux combo amp from the drip edge era of the late 60s. It features two 5881 power tubes, a tube vibrato circuit, and tubedriven reverb. With a silverandturquoise front panel and classy aluminum drip edge grille cloth trim, the twin reverb received a fresh new face as it remained the backline amp of.
A fissured tongue is marked by a deep, prominent groove in the middle. Its strength lies in the sweetness and early breakup caused by the smaller transformers than the super reverb, vibroverb and pro reverb. We compare these two variations of the legendary fender vibrolux. Fender custom vibrolux reverb reissue modifications. Ive been sent a few offers on this now but have had to decline as when the ebay fee is paid it doesnt work out good for me. The fender vibrolux reverb is one of fenders most classic circuits, and the reissue is a mere shadow of the original. In a special twist, both channels boast reverb and tremolo, and the custom channel has a modified bassman tone stack that gives modern players greater tonal flexibility with pedals. It was the first fender amplifier to incorporate onboard reverb which became a standard feature on many highend fender tube amps during the 1960s and 1970s. Fissured tongue is a benign condition characterized by deep grooves fissures in the dorsum of the tongue. Its recognized by one or more deep or shallow cracks called grooves, furrows, or fissures on the top surface of your tongue. For months ive had a sore tongue, and cant eat hot food, citrus fruit or spices. A fissured tongue, or a cracked tongue, is rarely a cause for concern and is considered very normal. It is recommended they also be used for postwarranty maintenance and repair.
In a special twist, both channels boast reverb and tremolo, and the custom channel has a modified bass man tone stack that modern players greater tonal flexibility with pedals. The power tube compliment is 12ax7s and one 12at7 in the preamp section, and a pair of 6l6s in the power section. Instead well explore a mod to a blackface fender vibrolux reverb and the thinking behind it. The first, a 69 all original and the second, a 2016 68 custom. Fender vibrolux reverb 35watt vintage blackface guitar. Setting the bias on output valves and why do they appear. When the hiss or lack of midrange control bugs me too much, i switch to a 65 ri twin. This is included in the blackfacing conversion or can be done to many other amps as a separate mod.
The 35w blackface vibrolux reverb vr is the smallest member of the blackfacesilverface 6l6 fender amp family. The year of 1968 was a transitional one for fender amps, with tone that was still pure fender, but a look that was brand new. It features 40 watts of power driving two ten inch speakers. Fender discontinued the brownface vibrolux amp in early 64, almost immediately replacing it with the vibrolux reverb. The fender custom vibrolux reverb, or cvr, is a 2x10, 40 watt alltube combo amplifier in the tradition of fenders most famous blackface amps. We invite you to visit and shop fender guitars, basses, amplifiers, audio equipment, accessories, apparel and more. As part of the fender modified series, fender have taken a classic amp from their 60s catalogue and transformed it into a present day masterpiece with updated styling and fantastic modifications to suit the modern performer. Mods by mark moyer original notes in green additional notes by jason mclaren the general intent of these mods are to remove the inherent hiss. The term fissured tongue describes the finding of multiple small furrows or grooves on the dorsal top surface of the tongue. I dont know the exact year but its late 70s i think. The fender vibroverb was a 40watt combo guitar amplifier originally manufactured in 1963 and 1964. The answers above come back with two of the four assuming you are referring to the vibrolux reverb.
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