[SOLVED!] Vibrolux Vs. Deluxe Reverb: Battle Of The Amps

Among amplifiers made by Fender, Vibrolux Reverb and Deluxe Reverb tend to stand out thanks to their quality which makes the Vibrolux vs. Deluxe Reverbs a hotly discussed topic. Featuring unique capabilities, each of the amplifiers could excel in a wide range of settings. If both Fender amplifiers also catch your attention and you have difficulty making up your mind, this article is exactly what you need. Down below is everything you must keep in mind once it comes to choosing between Vibrolux Reverb and Deluxe Reverb.

Insights Into The Amplifiers 

Overview

Vibrolux Reverb is by all accounts a solid amp possessing everything people need in a grab-and-go gigging combo. Furthermore, as a blackface model, Vibrolux is aesthetically pleasing so it could fit a lot of settings. In the case of Deluxe Reverb, it’s able to give a good account of itself in quite a few genres including country, funk, jazz, rock, etc. Aside from that, Deluxe packs enough clean headroom for eventualities and works like charm in pub gigs.

Sound

Vibrolux Reverb gives players shimmering, glassy, bell-like tones as well as easy, dynamic overdrive in times of need. In fact, Vibrolux is famous for its compact design that is easy to transfer but still reasonably powerful. To be precise, Vibrolux Reverb is capable of creating loud, big-bottle Fender sound from a pair of 6L6GC output tubes. Boasting a modest output transformer (OT), the Vibrolux Reverb puts out 35 watts.

About Deluxe Reverb, it’s appreciated by those people who seek the signature Fender tones but do not need a ton of wattage. In use, the Deluxe Reverb is suitable for rock, country, and blues players. Between Vibrolux Reverb and Deluxe Reverb, Vibrolux can handle bigger gigs that the Deluxe can’t cut. However, the sound from the Deluxe is a bit softer than the Vibrolux as the latter delivers more headroom. 

Tech Specs

	Vibrolux Reverb	Deluxe Reverb
Type	Tube	Tube
Number of channels	2	2
Total power	35W	22W
Speaker size	2 x10” combo Jensen C10Q speakers	1 x 12″ 8-ohm Jensen C-12K speaker
Preamp Tube	2 x 12AX7s, 1 x 12AT7	4 x 12AX7, 2 x 12AT7
Power Tube	2 x 6L6GC, 1 x GZ34 (Rectifier)	2 x 6V6, 1 x 5AR4 (Rectifier)
Effects	Reverb and Tremolo	Reverb and Tremolo
EQ	2-band	2-band
Inputs	2 x ¼” (Normal), 2 x ¼” (Bright)	2 x Instrument (Normal), 2 x Instrument (Vibrato)
Outputs	2 x ¼”	2 x Speakers
Construction Materials	Solid Pine Cabinet with Birch Plywood Baffle	Birch Plywood with Black Tolex
Height	18.13”	17.5″
Width	24.38”	24.5″
Depth	9.63”	9.5″
Weight	41.8 lbs.	42 lbs.

Care For Amp: Breakdown 

Considering their delicate nature, amps require special treatment to last and produce high-quality sounds. To ensure your amp holds together as time passes by, you should remember a couple of rules: 

• Warm up the amp before using it. 
• After a gig, allow your amp to cool down for at least ten minutes prior to relocation.
• Replace all your tube tubes at the same. Never mix old tubes and new tubes because that might damage your whole amp. 
• Stick quality signal cables. If you use a less-than-ideal cable, your amplifier could sustain damages in the course of operation. 

The Background Of Fender

The Fender Musical Instruments Corporation is an American manufacturer that is specialized in producing instruments and amplifiers. The company was established in California by  Clarence Leonidas “Leo” Fender in 1946. Nowadays, its headquarter is in Los Angeles, California. Its main products include acoustic guitars, bass amplifiers, and public address equipment, and it is best known for its electric guitars and bass guitars, such as the Stratocaster, Telecaster, Jaguar, Jazzmaster, Precision Bass, and Jazz Bass.

Conclusion

In terms of which amplifier is more suitable for you, the answer is it depends on your needs. Overall, the two amplifiers are easy to use and they sound great if you know how to use them. Still, if you are someone who likes generous headroom with a bold sound, you won’t regret investing in Vibrolox. On the other hand, if you are someone who desires a soft sound with a low power rating, Deluxe is a perfect choice.