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Description
Unleash your inner rockstar with our Fender Vibro-Champ Combo Guitar Amplifier, a harmonious blend of vintage charm and modern versatility. Reminiscent of the iconic black panel models from the 1960s, this amplifier is equipped with added features designed specifically for pedal enthusiasts. The Vibro-Champ includes a unique tube tremolo circuit, complete with adjustable speed and intensity controls, expanding its utility without compromising the original tone that Fender fans know and love. This combo amplifier is a reliable addition to any rig, consistently delivering rich, high-quality sound that's hard to beat.
Key Features:
- Born from the classic black panel models of the 60s
- Added features designed for pedal enthusiasts
- Tube tremolo circuit with adjustable speed and intensity controls
- Maintains the original Fender tone
- Versatile and reliable, suitable for all types of rigs
- Delivers consistently high-quality sound.
Product specs
| Brand | Fender |
| Model | Vibro Champ "Drip Edge" 6-Watt 1x8" Guitar Combo, Vibro Champ 6-Watt 1x8" Guitar Combo |
| Finish | Silverface |
| Year | 1968 - 1980 |
| Made In | United States |
| Categories | Guitar Combo Amps |
| Built-In Effects | Built-In Effects |
| Color Family | Black |
| Direct Output | No Direct Output |
| Electronics | Tube |
| Model Family | Fender Champ Amp |
| Model Sub-Family | Fender Vibro Champ |
| Number of Channels | 1 Channel |
| Number of Inputs | 2 Inputs |
| Output Power (Watts) | 6 |
| Power Tube Type | 6V6 |
| Reverb | None |
| Series | Fender Vintage Silverface Amps |
| Speaker Configuration | 1x8" |
FAQs
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Is the Fender Vibro Champ a tube amplifier?
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Yes, the Fender Vibro Champ is a tube amplifier, featuring a 6V6 power tube for a classic, warm tone.
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How loud is the Fender Vibro Champ?
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The Fender Vibro Champ produces 6 watts of power, making it suitable for home practice and small venues without overwhelming volume.
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Does the Fender Vibro Champ have built-in effects?
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Yes, the Fender Vibro Champ includes built-in vibrato effects, offering a classic modulation sound.
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What is the speaker configuration of the Fender Vibro Champ?
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The Fender Vibro Champ features a 1x8" speaker configuration, providing a focused and articulate sound.
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Is the Fender Vibro Champ suitable for gigging?
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The Fender Vibro Champ is best suited for practice and small performances due to its 6-watt output, which may not be loud enough for larger gigs.
Videos
Alamo Music Center
Fender Vibro Champ Reverb vs Pro Jr | Why You Need a Small Tube Amp
Fender Vibro Champ Reverb vs Pro Jr | Why You Need a Small Tube Amp
Alamo Music Center
'68 Custom Vibro Champ Reverb Amplifier | Fender Amplifiers | Fender
Fender
Fender '68 Vibro Champ Amplifier Review - Why I Purchased it
intheblues
Fender '68 Custom Vibro Champ Reverb - Ask Zac 78
Ask Zac
Fender '68 Custom Vibro Champ Reverb amp demo and tones | Guitar.com
Guitar
Fender Vibro Champ - Fender's Ultimate Home Amp?
The Studio Rats
Fender '68 Custom Vibro-Champ Reverb | A Peek Under the Hood
Psionic Audio
Reviews
PROS
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Authentic vintage Fender tone and chime
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Excellent low volume performance, ideal for home use
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Takes pedals well, enhancing versatility
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Compact size suitable for studio and home
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Classic clean tones with effective tremolo feature
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Delivers smooth harmonics
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Crystal clear clean sound, ideal for recording
CONS
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Distortion may sound boxy to some users
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Vibro effect not as clean, may prefer pedal
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Stock speaker quality limits full potential
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Commands high prices, not seen as value by all
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Based on 4 Reviews and 18 Ratings
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a classic of sorts
not my favorite single-ended amp... not even my favorite champ. The distortion sounds boxy. However the trem circuit fender designed for these sounds really nice and it most definitely delivers the blackface clean in a small package with some really smooth harmonics. For the prices these command today I don't recommend it... but I got mine for peanuts in the late 90s and it served me well doing some early home recordings with guitar and not just DI synthesizer. I suspect the stock 8" speakers are half of the problem with these amps and today weber offers some great replacements but reviewed stock its clearly a student amp struggling to maintain the fender signature sound of the push-pull amps fender had out at the time. This is one of the few amps that remained unchanged from blackface to silverface, so no need to shell out BF prices.The only change was speaker manufacturer and all those cheap 8s sound just as bad.
269
Classic practice amp, vibrant tremolo
The 1976 tube amp- great classic clean tones from this champ. Can be driven at higher volumes and it has an amazing tremolo. Upgraded the stock speaker and it's ideal for bedroom volumes- not too loud with plenty of low response.
139
Hot dang
It’s solid, hot, silver and sexy. Gorgeous tone for days and I mean days!
Little wonder.
I have a 76 Silverface. A little wonder, for sure. It delivers the most crystal clear clean sound ever, and the vibrato is just to die for. It's mandatory in a recording session and at home, for practice.
Artist usage
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At 1:35 in the video, Mac states he records on a Fender Vibrochamp amp.
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According to an article by Solo Beatles Studios titled "Instruments Of Ascot Sound Studios," George Harrison is documented as using a Fender Vibro-Champ amplifier during the recording sessions for John Lennon's "Imagine."
John Lennon utilized the Fender Vibro-Champ Combo Guitar Amplifier during the recording sessions for the "Plastic Ono Band" and "Imagine" albums at his Ascot Home Recording Studios. This information is substantiated by Solo Beatles Studios in their documentation titled "Instruments Of Ascot Sound Studios."
According to Guitar Lobby, Mike used Vibro-Champ.
Ben Howard was seen using a Fender Vibro-Champ amplifier during a live performance at an A Blaze of Feather show, as captured in a photo from Instagram.
In this Instagram story SOMA showed his Fender Vibro Champ and Hiwatt Custom 7.
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In this Instagram photo, Mike Sullivan can be seen playing into a Fender Vibro Champ.
Bibio can be seen playing through a Fender Vibro Champ in this video.
Used for the studio recording of "Takoma", as stated by producer Mikey Coltun in this May 28, 2024 Guitar World interview.
What effects did Mdou use for the sessions?
“In terms of pedals, we had a TC Electronic PolyTune 2 and an EarthQuaker Devices Acapulco Gold. I had the latter modded for an internal trim pot to not blow amps – Mdou tends to just turn the knobs on pedals all the way up so I needed to find a boost, but not too much, since the EarthQuaker pedal has a lot of headroom.
“There was the Union Tube & Transistor Shiny pedal, our signature [Champion Leccy] Rockstar Fuzz V1 – this pedal is almost always on as his preamp for slight crunch – and the Boss PH-3 Phaser and a Boss DD-7 for slapback delay.
“I took a few different DI signals from Mdou. There was a clean guitar without pedals, DI with pedals, and a DI with an amp simulator, which was just used for headphone monitoring. With the clean DI, I did use a few different Analog Man pedals such as the King Of Tone and Astro Tone Fuzz through an old Vibro Champ – that’s what you’re hearing on Takoba.”
I have a Divided by 13 with two 12-inch speakers, and I also have an old Fender Vibro, and a Fender Deluxe from 1956 that’s a great sounding amp. [Laughs.] Too many amps and not enough space at home.
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In this photo posted by Feerick, the Fender Vibro Champ can be seen.
Album Usage
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