Very similar except totally different. Really, what was similar, other than the tone stack?Peavey made one in the 70's. Called a Vintage, and came in both 4x10 and 2x12 tweed flavors. I have one of the 4x10 versions and it's a great amp. Very similar to a Bassman 'cept it is a hybrid with a SS pre, and it has reverb.