Fender Custom Vibrolux Reverb-Amp Combo (Used)
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Not a reissue, but a modern interpretation of a classic Fender.
Turn it up when you want to soar, or turn your guitar down to play clean with the super-responsive, all-tube Fender Custom Vibrolux Reverb-Amp Combo. The more dynamic your style, the more you'll love the Custom Vibrolux Reverb's ability to whisper or scream in reply to changes in your pick attack. Connoisseurs call this combo amplifier the "Little Vibro-King!"
40W is loud enough for any club, and provides just the right punch in the studio, too. 2 - 10" Jensen alnico-magnet P10R speakers reproduce that fullness of tone for virtually any application. Clean, the Custom Vibrolux is punchy and full. With distortion, its punchy bass and horn-like midrange make this amp ideal for sustained and scorching solos.
Both channels (Normal, Bright) have access to the tube reverb and vibrato, which you can control with the included 2-button footswitch.
The Custom Vibrolux Revert-Amp Combo was designed in the Fender Amp Custom Shop and built on the regular tube amp line in the U.S.
Features
- 40W tube power
- 2 - 6L6 Groove Tube output tubes
- 5 - 12AX7 preamp tubes
- One 12AT7 reverb/vibrato tube
- 2 x 10" Jensen P10R speakers with alnico magnets
- 2 independent channels (Normal and Bright)
- Reverb (both channels)
- Vibrato (both channels)
- External speaker jack (4 ohms)
- 2-button footswitch
- Tilt-back legs
- Made in the U.S.
One of the world's most-collected vintage amps . . . with updated sound and specs. It's the heavenly, warm, overdriven tone you've been craving. Order today!
Custom Vibrolux Reverb-Amp Combo Specifications:
- 25"W x 19-1/2"H x 8-1/2"D
- 46 lb.
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Most Liked Positive Review
Sweet tones
I plugged into this amp kind of by accident when I was in the music store one day. I was trying out a guitar and after a minute or so, I started thinking, &...Read complete review
I plugged into this amp kind of by accident when I was in the music store one day. I was trying out a guitar and after a minute or so, I started thinking, "wow, that's a nice sounding amp!" I did an A/B comparisson against a Deluxe Reverb reissue (DRRI) - the DRRI sounded very nice - sparkly and jangly. The CVR has way more punch in the low end, and definitely breaks up much earlier than the DRRI. I got the CVR home and it just goes over the cliff if you put even a mild OD from a pedal on it. This is definitely a "dirty" sounding amp. If loud shimmering cleans are your thing, then look elsewhere. What this amp has is loud, articulate definition with edge. Jumper both channels together and be prepared for some awesome OD/fuzz tones! Yeah, the reverb isn't as strong sounding as the DRRI, but I find Fender reverb to be over saturated at higher settings anyway. It's still nice, just not in your face like typical Blackface style amps. The tremolo (vibrato) sounds excellent. I can see why this is not the amp for everybody, but I certainly love it's versatility and unique abilities compared to other Fenders. Probably an amp you should try before you buy. Personally, I love it!
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Disappointed
I was looking for something similar to my Deluxe Reverb Reissue (DRRI) but with a bit more kick, and thought this might fit the bill. It didn't. I tried to warm up to...Read complete review
I was looking for something similar to my Deluxe Reverb Reissue (DRRI) but with a bit more kick, and thought this might fit the bill. It didn't. I tried to warm up to it, but in the end returned it. The break up is a bit too early for my liking and not the "sweet" variety when it did. The amp sounded brittle and sterile. It's probably a great amp for some music and players, but the Vibrolux didn't do it for me. Also, this is a noisy amp -- lots of hiss and buzz.
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Pros
- Easy To Use
- Good Sound
- Portable
- Powerful
- Reliable
Cons
- Poor Tube Choice
Best Uses
- Amateur Recording
- Blues
- Events
- Home Studio
- Jazz
- Performances
- Rhodes
Comments about Fender Custom Vibrolux Reverb-Amp Combo:
I should preface this by saying I rarely leave an amp with stock equipment. Having said that, this amp is decent, and as far as I know is a good re-boot of the old Vibrolux Reverb. I've used it on all kinds of performances and sessions over the last five years, from rock to jazz to latin, using guitars, electric cuban tres, and a Rhodes piano. I play a lot of jazz, so it breaks up too early for me. For those looking for more clean headroom, here are some tips I've used to make yours really sing: I'm using Reverend All Tone 1025 speakers, no preamp tube in the normal channel (don't use it), 12AT7's for the bright channel, reverb, and vibrato, a 12AU7 for the phase inverter, and JJ 6L6's rated at about 27mA I believe. Much more clean headroom, smooth yet crisp sound, and decent punch in the bass. Not a bad amp at all.
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The flimsy build; the weak construction; the lightness of a tube amp (break for alnico speakers); the weak verb and tremelo just left a bad taste. I knew in 15 minutes I wanted to return this amp. I will say Musicians Friend has the best customer service in the business!
No midrange and no effects llop. If they aren't going to keep the amp historically correct, give us something we can use!
The box is flimsy. The back oanel is very weak. This is a very light tube amp. It would be great for a junior high kid. Definitly not a professional quality amp. I'm very disappointed in Fender this time. The reverb is average; the tremelo is barely okay...I'm sending it back and purchasing The Super Sonic Twin 100 combo in black tolex.
It's not a bad amp, just not all that. It's not representitive of Fender. It says Made in The USA...feels like Chinese junk!
Comments about Fender Custom Vibrolux Reverb-Amp Combo:
Bought mine around 2002. Reminds me of my old Super Reverb with half the weight/size. The hiss is there, but on a gig you never notice it; doesn't bother me. Love the Jensens. Wish the reverb was stronger, but none of the newer Fenders seem to have reverb like the old ones.
As classic Fender as it gets. Reverb is pretty weak compared to the old Fenders, but functional. Vibrato sounds right.
Been gigging with mine for 10+ years and never had a problem. Was a little concerned with how the PCB circuitry would hold up, but it's been a workhorse for me.
Satisfied.
Comments about Fender Custom Vibrolux Reverb-Amp Combo:
I've owned this amp for a few years. It's very powerful for large venues. Sounds great with my Strat but not as great with my Gibson Studio. It is not too heavy like some other powerhouse amps, but the TONE is the key and you can't beat this amp. But for the Hmmmmm that seems to be present, this is the best affordable amp. on the market. I won't trade it for any other. I like the tilt back handles and the pedal to switch to reverb and vibrato. I would note that the reverb could be stronger but still fulfills my soft rock and blues style of music. I'm no techi, but I know that I hear what I like with this fender amp.
Comments about Fender Custom Vibrolux Reverb-Amp Combo:
I was looking for something similar to my Deluxe Reverb Reissue (DRRI) but with a bit more kick, and thought this might fit the bill. It didn't. I tried to warm up to it, but in the end returned it. The break up is a bit too early for my liking and not the "sweet" variety when it did. The amp sounded brittle and sterile. It's probably a great amp for some music and players, but the Vibrolux didn't do it for me. Also, this is a noisy amp -- lots of hiss and buzz.
Comments about Fender Custom Vibrolux Reverb-Amp Combo:
I plugged into this amp kind of by accident when I was in the music store one day. I was trying out a guitar and after a minute or so, I started thinking, "wow, that's a nice sounding amp!" I did an A/B comparisson against a Deluxe Reverb reissue (DRRI) - the DRRI sounded very nice - sparkly and jangly. The CVR has way more punch in the low end, and definitely breaks up much earlier than the DRRI. I got the CVR home and it just goes over the cliff if you put even a mild OD from a pedal on it. This is definitely a "dirty" sounding amp. If loud shimmering cleans are your thing, then look elsewhere. What this amp has is loud, articulate definition with edge. Jumper both channels together and be prepared for some awesome OD/fuzz tones! Yeah, the reverb isn't as strong sounding as the DRRI, but I find Fender reverb to be over saturated at higher settings anyway. It's still nice, just not in your face like typical Blackface style amps. The tremolo (vibrato) sounds excellent. I can see why this is not the amp for everybody, but I certainly love it's versatility and unique abilities compared to other Fenders. Probably an amp you should try before you buy. Personally, I love it!
Comments about Fender Custom Vibrolux Reverb-Amp Combo:
I got this amp and had to return it twice. The tremelo made all kinds of noise and the amp had a constant hiss. In this day and age, amps should be quiet - I called Fender and they said it was the nature of the amp - that is just wrong. This is a slap together amp and Fender should NOT use the Vibrolux name as it is a misrepresentation of the product. The old Vibrolux was a great amp, this is a new design that does not come close.
Comments about Fender Custom Vibrolux Reverb-Amp Combo:
I've owned many different Fender amps in my 40 plus years as a guitarist.The Custom Vibrolux Reverb has been one of my best buys.It matches my Tele perfectly, but the reverb is weak compared to other Fenders I have owned.I hope all the others aren't the same.All in all a very nice amp.
Comments about Fender Custom Vibrolux Reverb-Amp Combo:
Vibrolux's love strats. These things have that it sound, especially with strats. Lots of tone and diversity with your tone, lets your guitar shine and gives pickups sparkle depending on what you are using. I've never been a fan of alnico speakers but Jensens I've always been accepting of. I prefer the C10Q opposed to p10R's but the P10's sound good with this thing. If you use a humbucker I could see switching but perfect stock speaker, glad fender is putting these in stock. I don't own one of these but would pick one up if there was one in front of me and a hole burning in my pocket. Great amp. With a weber attenuator, you could crank this babby and smoke it as it has that flashy smooth drive tone.
Comments about Fender Custom Vibrolux Reverb-Amp Combo:
I own a Fender Custom Vibrolux Reverb, and it fits right in with my arsenal of amps, 65 Princeton RI (15W), a 65 DRRI (22W),and 65 Twin Reverb RI (85W). All four have the superb Fender Reverb and Tremolo (Fender says vibrato), usually all the effects I ever use or need. And the Fender Custom Vibrolux Reverb(40W)fits most gigs best. It gives me the choice of how much stage volume I want relative to the drum kit and bass, and like all lof my Fender amps, starts to really deliver from about 4 up. I especially like the similarity with other Fenders, like I mentioned, in control and charactor. I play either straight up for blues or or with a compressor for country, and this amp can be as bright or as mellow as I want, controlling everything from the guitar and footswitch. 40W is the size I choose for most of my gigs.
