Fender Pro Reverb Amplifier | 1968 Drip Edge Silverface 40W Tube Amp
Fender Pro Reverb Amplifier | 1968 Drip Edge Silverface 40W Tube Amp
AB763 circuit. Tube rectifier. 2 x 12" speakers. Vintage spring reverb and tremolo. Iconic Fender clean tone. $3,500
A vintage 1968 Fender Pro Reverb with drip-edge trim, delivering the iconic Fender clean tone everyone loves. This is a 40-watt tube amp with a tube rectifier, perfect for studio, stage, or pedal-driven setups.
The drip-edge Silverface models from 1968 represent a transitional era, featuring the highly sought-after Blackface AB763 circuit with the cosmetic update to Silverface trim. These are widely considered the best of both worlds: classic Blackface tone with late-60s aesthetics.
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In stock at Guitar Garage Sydney. $3,500
Key Features
Year: 1968
Made in: USA
Model: Fender Pro Reverb (drip-edge Silverface)
Power: 40 Watts
Circuit: AB763-style (classic Blackface tone)
Rectifier: Tube rectifier (soft attack, natural compression)
Speakers: 2 x 12"
Reverb: Fender spring reverb
Tremolo: Classic Fender tremolo circuit
Cosmetics: Drip-edge trim, transitional Silverface era
Sound and Tone
The AB763 circuit is the same used in the legendary Blackface Fender amps of the mid-1960s, delivering pristine cleans, rich harmonics, and incredible touch sensitivity. The tube rectifier provides soft attack and natural compression that responds dynamically to your playing.
The 2 x 12" speaker configuration offers full, balanced tone with excellent projection. Classic Fender spring reverb and tremolo complete the authentic vintage package.
Condition
Recently serviced and working great. Some wear consistent with age but in very good condition overall. Fully functional and ready to play.
Historical Context
The 1968 drip-edge Silverface models are highly sought after by players and collectors. They feature the classic Blackface AB763 circuit but with the cosmetic update to Silverface trim, including the distinctive drip-edge around the grill cloth. These transitional amps offer the best of both eras: Blackface tone with late-60s aesthetics.