Silverfaced vibrolux for a DRRI???

[Kyle BD]

Would you trade your DRRI for a mint 1974 silverfaced vibrolux???
Pros? Cons?

 

[Tuberattler]

In a heartbeat, all pro's no con's... if there was one it would be the SFVR may need some maintenance or service but totally worth it!

 

[Bob Arbogast]

Agreed. In a heartbeat!

Bob Arbogast

 

[Mcclassic]

Would not even think about it... great amps, the DRRI you can get them anytime... pros, great sound, great tone and a great vintage amp, the cons... may need new tubes and caps and some service... still great trade...

 

[StratTone]

Would you trade your DRRI for a mint 1974 silverfaced vibrolux???
Pros? Cons?

Yeah man thats a no brained there. You can pick up a DRRI all day long but not a vibrolux.

 

[RussB]

There are no cons

 

[TD_Madden]

I owned a '78 VR and REALLY liked it....if I still had it I'd consider a new Mojo pine cab for it; that pressed-wood original cab is heavy, and not as resonant.

Of course, that's pricey and is NOT necessary for the VR to sound great!

 

[Axis29]

Yeah, wouldn't even think twice about it.

The Vibrolux is a better gig amp, can stand up next to loud drummers, where the DRRI will struggle (ask me how I know). The DRRi is a great amp, don't get me wrong, I loved mine. It was pure rock and roll, or country or blues... it had a great snarl and it was loud at practice and such, but the minute I did na outdoor gig, I was kinda fighting it a bit...

The Vibrolux, not so much.

I sold off my DRRI earlier this year and replaced it with a '63 Vibroverb Reissue. I love that amp and don't see giving it up as my main #1 any time soon. However, i had the opportunity to pick up a '69 Vibrolux and didn't have to think about it for more than about a split second. I know this particular amp and know it won't need anything any time soon. It's been well cared for and not played a lot since it's last service. But, I also know how good the darn thing sounds! That's enough for me.

Vibroluxes and the other 2x10 35-40 watt Fender amps are probably my favorite amps out there. They fit well, the 2x10 setup is good for guitar and sits good in a mix. They can be loud in small rooms, but they don't struggle in larger venues.

The Vibrolux (BF/SF) breaks up nicely as well.

Plus the VR is probably worth two and a half to three times what the DRRi is worth on the used market.

So, uh yeah, go for the trade and don't look back.

 

[Kitten Cannon]

In a heartbeat.

 

[mxvin]

+1 with the "in a heartbeat"....
do it and you will never regret it.

 

[Mike H]

That would be a no brainer for me if the trade was even.
I'd snap up the Vibrolux.

 

[Madison]

^Looks pretty unanimous. I'll throw in too, as I've owned 2 DRRI's and currently have SFDR and SFVR. The SFVR is a fantastic amp, if you are offered a trade you should consider. Not writing off the DRRI, it's a fine gig worthy amp...but play it beside the Vibrolux and see what you think. Personally I would take the offer. Even at low volume the 'lux will give you shades of SRV & Buchanan!

 

[big mike]

Oh wait. I read that wrong.

Yes, take the vibrolux. Screw the Deluxe.
Vibrolux Reverb is the BEST AMP FENDER EVER MADE IMO.

More Coffee....Deluxe's are dime a dozen for sure.

 

[motis1953]

I'll also chime in and call this one no brainer. Have it serviced though if it needs it. This is key.

 

[BurgundyMist]

In a heartbeat

 

[Madison]

Oh wait. I read that wrong.

Yes, take the vibrolux. Screw the Deluxe.
Vibrolux Reverb is the BEST AMP FENDER EVER MADE IMO.

More Coffee....Deluxe's are dime a dozen for sure.

I saw that Mike, but I knew what you meant!

 

[Kyle BD]

Fair enough gents!! I'll defintally go for it if I have to kick in a few buck too say $100 still go for it??

 

[big mike]

YES!!!!!!!

 

[QRSS]

Fair enough gents!! I'll defintally go for it if I have to kick in a few buck too say $100 still go for it??

'74 SFVR go for ~1k. you make the call.

 

[LowWatt]

Fair enough gents!! I'll defintally go for it if I have to kick in a few buck too say $100 still go for it??

You'll have to get past $500 for it to stop being a great trade.