Blues Deluxe Reissue VS Blues Deluxe

Does anyone know if there is any difference in the circuit or construction of the Blues Deluxe vs. the Blues Deluxe Reissue? I'm wondering about the enclosure, speaker, circuit, the whole dad gum thing, basically. I have a G-dec amp which has really helped me get into playing, but I'm thinking the Blues Deluxe (reissue) will be my next big move, and I'm trying to decide whether or not to shell out the cash for a new one, by a used one or look for an original from the 90's. Are the reissues more/less reliable. I think anyone reading this will get my drift.

And thanks to any who can help.

Regards,
SD

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Does anyone know if there is any difference in the circuit or construction of the Blues Deluxe vs. the Blues Deluxe Reissue? I'm wondering about the enclosure, speaker, circuit, the whole dad gum thing, basically. I have a G-dec amp which has really helped me get into playing, but I'm thinking the Blues Deluxe (reissue) will be my next big move, and I'm trying to decide whether or not to shell out the cash for a new one, by a used one or look for an original from the 90's. Are the reissues more/less reliable. I think anyone reading this will get my drift.

And thanks to any who can help.

Regards,
SD

The Blues Deluxe Reissue came out in the early '90s and according to what I've read was meant to be an improvement functionally over the original (50s vintage) which did not have channel switching. I've never seen an original and would have no interest in buying a 50+/- year old amp as a primary 'user'.

I can tell you that the Blues Deluxe Reissue is a great amp- I own one and love it! Do keep in mind that it is loud, even at low settings, so know what you are getting into. Best go to a Guitar Center and 'test drive' one. If you can use the volume and like overdriven blusey tones, you'll like this amp.

Sometimes you can find a 'refurbished' one at Musician's Friend for $100 less. It will have full warranty and was usually someone's demo.

I believe the BDRI to be reliable, except that Fender has been putting out a lot of tube amps with bad preamp tubes. It will be under warranty and at $15 each, a replacement preamp tube wouldn't break you if you purchased it yourself. even though it is annoying to get a new amp with a problem.

If you have an extra $100, buy a TS-9 tubescreamer for additional tone variation. With this setup you'll get great tone, but as stated before, try one before buying.
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The Blues Deluxe Reissue came out in the early '90s and according to what I've read was meant to be an improvement functionally over the original (50s vintage) which did not have channel switching. I've never seen an original and would have no interest in buying a 50+/- year old amp as a primary 'user'.

I can tell you that the Blues Deluxe Reissue is a great amp- I own one and love it! Do keep in mind that it is loud, even at low settings, so know what you are getting into. Best go to a Guitar Center and 'test drive' one. If you can use the volume and like overdriven blusey tones, you'll like this amp.

Sometimes you can find a 'refurbished' one at Musician's Friend for $100 less. It will have full warranty and was usually someone's demo.

I believe the BDRI to be reliable, except that Fender has been putting out a lot of tube amps with bad preamp tubes. It will be under warranty and at $15 each, a replacement preamp tube wouldn't break you if you purchased it yourself. even though it is annoying to get a new amp with a problem.

If you have an extra $100, buy a TS-9 tubescreamer for additional tone variation. With this setup you'll get great tone, but as stated before, try one before buying.
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I replaced the stock speaker in my BD with a Jensen C12K and man, it sounds better. The Jensen is stock in the DR.

[groovemongrel]

I replaced the stock speaker in my BD with a Jensen C12K and man, it sounds better. The Jensen is stock in the DR.

I have the BDRI and it is a great amp and needs no modifications.

[ratboy]

I have the BDRI and it is a great amp and needs no modifications.

Thanks to all who responded. I didn't really get an answer to my central questions, but that's fine.

Regards,
Seng-ge Dorje

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Thanks to all who responded. I didn't really get an answer to my central questions, but that's fine.

Regards,
Seng-ge Dorje

I believe that the reason that you don't think your question was answered lies in the fact that 'original' Blues Deluxe amps were not made in the 90's. Those made in the 90's (as well as currently) are 'reissues'.

'Originals' go way back to somewhere in the 50's or 60's and of course they were different: no channel switching and no pcb's.

I believe that I read where the BDRI was out of production for a time, then reintroduced, which may be the reason for your confusion.

Someone else out there please correct me if I'm wrong.
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Fender Tube Amps
Gibson Guitars

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I believe that the reason that you don't think your question was answered lies in the fact that 'original' Blues Deluxe amps were not made in the 90's. Those made in the 90's (as well as currently) are 'reissues'.

'Originals' go way back to somewhere in the 50's or 60's and of course they were different: no channel switching and no pcb's.

I believe that I read where the BDRI was out of production for a time, then reintroduced, which may be the reason for your confusion.

Someone else out there please correct me if I'm wrong.
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Fender Tube Amps
Gibson Guitars

[senggedorje]

Thanks for setting me straight.

I had thought that the Blues Deluxe Reissue was created in the early 90's after a much earlier (50s/60s) 'vintage' amp; that it then had been discontinued for several years, then manufactured again (this time in Mexico).

Thanks again.
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Gibson Guitars

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Thanks for setting me straight.

I had thought that the Blues Deluxe Reissue was created in the early 90's after a much earlier (50s/60s) 'vintage' amp; that it then had been discontinued for several years, then manufactured again (this time in Mexico).

Thanks again.
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And thank you for taking the time to reply to my original question. I went ahead and bought a new Blues Deluxe Reissue.

SD

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And thank you for taking the time to reply to my original question. I went ahead and bought a new Blues Deluxe Reissue.

SD

I recently bought one of the new Enclosures for my Blues Deluxe. HIGHLY recommend it for a little more beef in your tone.

[waxboy]

I recently bought one of the new Enclosures for my Blues Deluxe. HIGHLY recommend it for a little more beef in your tone.

The enclosures have a different speaker... a celestion. Does it breakup sooner than the eminence speaker?

thanks,
SD

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The enclosures have a different speaker... a celestion. Does it breakup sooner than the eminence speaker?

thanks,
SD

The "reissue" BD has the bias trim pot like the HRD. [It shares the same inherited output stage].
Although the range of adjustment is quite limited, this is quite handy when playing with different tubes .

[Smoke]

The "reissue" BD has the bias trim pot like the HRD. [It shares the same inherited output stage].
Although the range of adjustment is quite limited, this is quite handy when playing with different tubes .

[EdMardell]

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[EdMardell]