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Description
The Fender Silverface Princeton Reverb Amp is an homage to the classic late-'60s Fender amps, with a modern twist. This 1,000W all-tube combo amp is packed with a modified tone circuit and a specially designed 10" Celestion Ten 30 speaker, providing a unique blend of tonal versatility and traditional rock 'n' roll flavor.
The modified tone circuit allows you to have greater control over your sound when using effects pedals. Roll it back for a warmer, bassier sound, or crank it up for brighter highs. The amp's ability to handle pedals beautifully allows you to craft your signature sound with ease.
The 10" Celestion speaker emphasizes midrange frequencies essential for cutting through a mix, delivering a punchy and aggressive tone perfect for rock, blues, and alternative styles. The amp also features reduced negative feedback, resulting in greater touch sensitivity and quicker overdrive.
Complete with silverface cosmetics, this amp is a tribute to the iconic late-'60s Fender amps. The same style of control panel, knobs, and silver-turquoise grille cloth adorn the amp, providing a retro, vintage-inspired look.
Key Features: - Modified Tone Circuit: Enhanced tonal control when using effects pedals - 10" Celestion Ten 30 Speaker: Delivers punchy rock tone - Reduced Negative Feedback: Increases touch sensitivity and overdrive - Vintage-Inspired Styling: Tribute to the iconic late-'60s Fender amps - 6V6 power tubes; 5AR4 rectifier tube - Includes 2-button footswitch and a fitted cover.
Product specs
| Amp Type | tube |
| Total Power | 12w |
| Speaker Size | 1 x 10" celestion ten 30 |
| Onboard Reverb | yes |
| Weight | 34 lbs. |
Videos
Dr. Mvks
All-Original Fender Silverface Princeton Reverb (1977) Very Clean!
All-Original Fender Silverface Princeton Reverb (1977) Very Clean!
Dr. Mvks
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PROS
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12 watts is plenty for studio, rehearsal, and small club gigs
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Handles pedals well, enhancing effects without distortion
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Built-in reverb and tremolo effects praised
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Reliable performance, even with daily use over years
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Quintessential Fender tube sound with great touch sensitivity
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Adequate volume for most settings, mic-able for larger venues
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Good for country music and offers a versatile tone range
CONS
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Muddy distortion when volume exceeds 4, especially with single coils
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Excessive bass, difficult to dial out even with bass knob at zero
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Speaker choice (Celestion) not favored by some for Fender amps
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Schumacher transformers (possibly imported) noted for quality concerns
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Requires specific settings to avoid weird muddy sound, not intuitive for all users
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Stock Celestion speaker considered cheap by some, prompting replacements
Owner Insights
We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Fender Silverface Princeton Reverb Amp.
Features and functionality
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Princeton Reverb is noted for its tube-driven reverb and vibrato, ideal for surf and country music styles.
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The "pull for volume boost" knob introduced in 1978 is noted for producing a harsh distortion that many users find unsatisfactory.
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The '68 Reissue features reduced negative feedback, promoting earlier breakup and offering a different tonal character compared to the '65.
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Comparisons
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Princeton Reverb is considered to have better pedal compatibility and more organic drive compared to the Hot Rod Deluxe.
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Late '70s models with the "pull boost" knob are sonically similar to earlier '70s models when the boost is not engaged.
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The '68 Custom Princeton Reverb is noted for having a darker tone than the '65 Reissue, which can be adjusted using the tone stack.
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Mods and upgrades
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Modifications to a Silverface Princeton can align it closer to a Blackface with minor changes to the rectifier tube and cabinet.
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Users commonly recommend replacing the stock speaker from the 1978/79 models for improved efficiency and sound quality.
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Owners suggest swapping the '68's Celestion speaker for a Jensen to improve clarity and brightness, enhancing its tonal range.
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Use cases and applications
User experience
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Owners often highlight the Princeton's ability to achieve a warm overdrive with boost pedals and an attenuator for volume control.
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Users report that the '68 Custom Princeton Reverb can be darker, requiring adjustments in EQ settings to achieve desired tones, particularly when using distortion pedals.
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Build quality
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The Princeton Reverb's simpler design and tube rectifier contribute to its durability compared to more modern amps like the Hot Rod Deluxe.
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Here in the Music Video "The Linda Lindas - "Oh!" Bela Salazar plays on a Fender Silverface Princeton Reverb Amp Link: https://youtu.be/wF-1IIs9_5U?t=77 Time: 1:17
Louie Shelton of LA's famed "Wrecking Crew" and in house guitarist for Motown Records used one amplifier on almost every hit record he ever played on. Here is the story of his Fender Princeton Reverb Amplifier as heard on hits by The Monkees, The Jackson 5 through to Boz Scaggs and Lionel Richie to name but a few.
Nicolas Chassagne is seen using a Fender Silverface Princeton Reverb Amp in a user-uploaded photo.
Album Usage
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