1948 Fender Deluxe amp
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Re: 1948 Fender Deluxe amp
^ Wow, what a tone monster, that amp sounds amazing as does the playing!
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Re: 1948 Fender Deluxe amp
Indeed. I don't know the guy and its def not me lol but great tone right there!
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Re: 1948 Fender Deluxe amp
All original tubes. I'll have my amp tech test each tube. Maybe they or one of them is low. I would change out the tubes if that was the problem.
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Re: 1948 Fender Deluxe amp
In '48 I think those came with metal can tubes. I am not too familiar with the inner workings of those versions but I am guessing replacing them could give you a boost in performance.
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Re: 1948 Fender Deluxe amp
I think you're right. The tubes all have 1948 dates on them. 03-48. Very cool but probably time to retire those and save them.
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Re: 1948 Fender Deluxe amp
Depending on how often the amp was used it is possible some of the electrolytic caps dried up or drifted out of spec. You may want to check those too. I think it would also be worthwhile to check the voltages being put out by the power transformer too. My 18 watt Marshall PT was putting out incorrect voltages so I replaced it with a Mercury Magnetics version and it was a huge jump in performance.
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Re: 1948 Fender Deluxe amp
Tubes will change tone! Especially 12AX7 (I like best Amperex Buggle Boy)
About 6V6 - if you want sound it more clear / detailed and sparkle use old 40's or 50's Ken Rad 6V6 GT tubes
If more then RCA or Sylvania
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Re: 1948 Fender Deluxe amp
Thanks guys for the good ideas. Ill take it to my amp tech and have him thoroughly check it out.
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