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Description

Unleash the classic rock tones of the late 1970s with the Reeves Amplification Super '78. This guitar amplifier head is designed to deliver the authentic sound that defined an era of rock music. Crafted with precision and attention to detail, the Super '78 is a faithful recreation of the iconic British amps that powered countless legendary recordings.

The Super '78 is built with hand-wired, turret board construction, ensuring its durability and superior sound quality. Its all-tube design features a quartet of EL34 power tubes and ECC83 preamp tubes, delivering the raw power and dynamic response that guitarists crave. With 100 watts of output power, this amp head is ready to fill any venue with its robust and articulate tones.

Whether you're dialing in a sparkling clean sound or pushing the amp into overdrive, the Super '78 offers a wide range of tonal possibilities. Its classic three-band EQ provides versatile tone shaping, while the presence control adds a touch of high-end brilliance. The amp also includes a switchable master volume, allowing you to achieve the perfect level for any setting without sacrificing tone.

Key Features:

  • Hand-wired turret board construction for superior durability
  • All-tube design with EL34 power tubes and ECC83 preamp tubes
  • 100 watts of output power
  • Classic three-band EQ with bass, middle, and treble controls
  • Switchable master volume for flexible output levels
  • Presence control for added tonal brilliance
  • Faithful recreation of iconic British amplifier tones

Product specs

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Greg Vorobiov

Greg Vorobiov

Reeves Amps Super 78 amp demo by Greg Vorobiov

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Reeves Amps Super 78 amp demo by Greg Vorobiov

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Greg Vorobiov

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Doug Rappoport and DAG with the Reeves Super '78

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Doug Rappoport

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Reeves Super 78 & Custom Jimmy Amp Demo PART 2

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James Lugo

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REEVES Super 78 Amplifier

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Fane Medusa 150-C & AXA12 Reeves Super 78 Test 2

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OgreDaddy

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Reeves Super '78 - high gain distortion

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tonemaster1

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Reeves Super '78 - mid gain - resonance control demo

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tonemaster1

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Reeves Super '78 - Clean

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Reeves super '78 - overdrive

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tonemaster1

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Comparisons

  • The Eminence Legend-loaded 2x12 cab offers a fuller, smoother tone reminiscent of Green Day's "American Idiot" era, contrasting the aggressive upper mids of a V30-loaded cab for "Dookie/Insomniac" tones.

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  • The V30-loaded Mesa Recto cab emphasizes aggressive upper mids, offering a distinct contrast to the smoother Eminence Legend cab tone.

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Use cases and applications

  • Choosing between cabs should consider the band's setlist focus; the Eminence cab for a later Green Day sound, and the V30s for early Green Day material.

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Features and functionality

  • Using the same V30 speakers as the other guitarist's Orange cab can provide a more coherent sound across the stage, reflecting Green Day's live setup.

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User experience

  • The practicality of hauling a single cab is emphasized, with users preferring consistency in stage performance without the complexity of switching cabs mid-gig.

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See how Adam Arling uses Reeves Amplification Super '78

Adam Arling

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In this photo, two of Arling's amps can be visible, including the Reeves Super '78 and white Marshall head.

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