I have all the documentation of the mod is you want to reverse it. It had several modifications done, such as the 6l6 mod. They have an spl over 100db which would make those amps smoke. Used ampeg reverberocket r50h 50w tube guitar amp head. If you are really interested in ampegs there is a great book titled ampeg the story behind the sound by gregg hopkins and bill moore. Revived from the sixties and ready for the nineties, these easytouse twochannel amplifiers represent ampeg s quest to provide you the finest instrument amplification systems available. Ampeg did switch to eminace speakers during the 70s and that were a great match for those amps. The ampeg r212r reverberocket amp is the worlds most soughtafter amp by both jazz and blues guitarists. Here you will find our collection of ampeg schematics. Ampeg model r212r reverberocket 50watt 2x12 guitar reverb. Used ampeg reverberocket r212r tube guitar combo amp.
Id likely stick with something made by eminance like a legend, patriot. Anaheim, ca january 20, 2012 ampeg today announces the heritage r12r reverberocket tube guitar combo. Great deals on ampeg performance guitar amplifiers. The signal path is inspired by the original circuit, with a. A british speaker like a green back would mute the tones too much.
Ok, i have an early 90s ampeg r12r reverberocket combo i just got. Ampeg performance guitar amplifiers for sale in stock ebay. I know some prefer the original tubes, but this was done when no one was manufacturing them and they were outrageously priced, and the difference in sound is suppose to subtle. If you are simply looking for a gigable tube amp thats not a bad price although depending on your area you might find something for a hundred or so less with a little shopping. If your purchase was eligible for free shipping, the shipping cost will be deducted from credit or refund. Gibson, valco, or any other american maker of the day, and this r12r does. This circuit is identical to the ampeg r50h that i fixed and sold last year. Compare amps ampeg reverberocket amp gibson nighthawk guitar. Ive owned several ampeg amps small ones like a 1960 jet and big ones like a mid 70s v4 and a lot of amps in between, including a reverberocket and ive played thru a lot of vintage tweed bassman amps and clones and owned a few clones and they are as similar as chocolate and vanilla. Sweetwater at winter namm 2012 ampeg reverberocket combo. Ampeg r50h reverberrocket cabinet guitar reverberocket. Those 6 volt preamp tubes are unusual for guitar amps, its mostly just ampeg that ever used them.
Pyotro belov with ampeg presents the reverberocket, a reissue of the 1961 original. Catalog of products fliptops home of parts for ampeg lovers. I have a line on an ampeg reverberocket r212r guitar amp that looks like it is only a few years old. But i had a version of the same amp in a head version the r50h, and two of you were nice enough to come forward and give me feedback that your ampeg reverberocket with the. For additional information about ampeg amps see his website. I havent had to work on the upper circuit board yet, that looks difficult to remove. I replaced all power supply decoupling caps, as a first step.
The reverberocket amp is characterized by its outstanding clean, fat, round tube tone and diamond blue vintage covering. Revived from the sixties and ready for the nineties, these easytouse twochannel amplifiers represent ampegs quest to provide you the finest instrument amplification systems available. Skip to main content skip to footer site5115866330 site5115866330 used 115866330 ampeg reverberocket r50h 50w tube guitar amp head site5115866330. Im seriously considering a used ampeg reverberocket r12r that just popped up in my area. Used 1965 ampeg reverberocket model r12r amplifier serial number 003037. The ampeg heritage r12r reverberocket is a stunning recreation of the worlds first guitar amp with reverb. Ac series ac12 b series b12xt portaflex b15n 1968 portaflex b15n portaflex b15nc portaflex b15nf portaflex b18n portaflex b15s portaflex b25 portaflex b25b portaflex b1515c15d18c portaflex e series ej12 echojet et1 echotwin et2b super echotwin g series g12 gemini g15 gemini ii gs15r gemini iv. Many of the above schematics are courtesy of joe piazzas backstage. Ampeg announces the heritage r12r reverberocket tube. Any one have the schematic for ampeg reverberocket ii. Powered by fission content management system buffalo website design by 360 psg this site has no official connection with the current ampeg company. This longstanding ampeg combo went through several iterations from the late 1950s into the 70s, and many were made with output tubes that just didnt want to break up much.
Do you have a ampeg guitar or bass tube amp that needs repair or modifications. Its a great time to upgrade your home music studio gear with the largest selection at. Each cover is made specifically for the amp listed and has properly positioned handle openings. I would love to add a reverberocket to my my collection, but i already have 2 fenders and a vox. Vintage 1966 ampeg reverberocket 2 tube amp combo gs 12 r.
You can buy single valves, matched pairs or a complete kit. Ampeg heaven amp schematics schematic amplifier echotwin. Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and check out our resources for adapting to these times. Cap kit for ampeg v series amps v4vt22v4bv2vt40 vers. Need information on an ampeg product not listed on the site.
If you still need help or have questions, then feel free to contact us. Electrolytic filter capacitor kit for ampeg v4vt22v4bv2vt40 power supplies v. Although specializing in the production of bass amplifiers, ampeg has previously manufactured guitar amplifiers and pickups and instruments including double basses. Our jj tubes give awesome tone and restore the power and clarity to your amp. Ampeg reverberocket again page 4 blues guitar unleashed. Discussion in the workbench started by brianwrym1979, mar 9, 2018. Known as the ampeg super rocket, comes with 4 6l6 power tubes, 2 x celestion vintage speakers. This had been already done in some manner, but with nothing matching the original schematic. I found a schematic, and i see some tl074 op amps in the signal chain, so it is not a faithful reproduction of the original. I discovered what may have been the origins of the real mess. Ampeg reverberocket r50h 50watt guitar amp head reverb. The amazing reverb same sound and circuit as the ampeg talked about earlier. This amp was made in the mid 90s as some kind of plexiesque clone or what have you, it sounds like a love child of a low gain marshall and a fender.
Service information if you are having a problem with your heritage svtcl amplifier, you can go to our website. But yeah, to answer your question, this thing can get pretty raunchy when cranked, and its not blisteringly loud like my 70s v2 is. Those are good amps, did the ampeg clean sound well, not sure how good the overdrive channel sounded on them. B2 schematics b3 preamp schematics b3 pwramp schematics b4r owner manual b5r owner manual b12n schematics b12nb schematic b12nc schematics b12nf schematics b12nfjp schematics b12njp schematics b12x schematics b12xt schematics b12xy schematics b15n schematics b15n 1968 schematics b15nb schematic b15nc schematics b. I am on the finishing end of a repairrestoration of a 64 ampeg b12xy. Replacement valve kit for ampeg reverberocket r12 amplifier. Skip to main content skip to footer site51161249 used 1161249 ampeg reverberocket r212r tube guitar combo amp.
But i had a version of the same amp in a head version the r50h, and two people on another website have given me feedback that their ampeg reverberocket with the el34 is not so noisy, and neither was my. Learn more ampeg reverberocket r50h 50watt guitar amp head. I used this amp in the pride of lions, a dc band in 1966. Since im always keen on the trivia aspect, i should point out that ampeg stands for amplified peg a pickup for the upright bass this was the 1940s but you probably knew that. Ampeg is a manufacturer best known for its bass amplifiers. We already know, though, that 6v6s give up the goods pretty readily in plenty of other amps, and the rest of the reverberocket of this era seemed predisposed to go. Ampeg model r212r reverberocket 50watt 2x12 guitar combo reissue 1990s. Get the guaranteed best price on tube combo guitar amplifiers like the ampeg r12r reverberocket amp at musicians friend. Line 6 is a music instruments manufacturing company that specializes in guitar amp and effects modeling, and makes guitars, amps, effects pedals, multi effects processors, guitar wireless, vocal wireless, music software, recording interfaces, digital mixers, and personal amplification speakers. Jan 19, 20 vintage 1966 ampeg reverberocket 2 tube amp combo gs 12 r. Ampeg diagrams, schematics and service manuals download for free. The older amps like this often need a little circuit work, perhaps new caps and.
Mine didnt have the back panel when i bought it, so no original schematic. Here is a recording i did with the reverberocket r50h, which is the. Get a low price and free shipping on thousands of items. Then please check the list below for the product in question and any materials to go with it, such as owners manuals. Found this video of the head version the other day. Iicr those use standard amp tubes, instead of the traditional ampeg hi fi tubes, so if you are looking for vintage ampeg tones you probably will be disappointed. Originally established in 1946 in linden, new jersey by everitt hull and stanley michaels as michaelshull electronic labs, today ampeg is part of the yamaha guitar group.
This is a quality heavy duty vinyl protective cover for a 1964 era ampeg reverberocket r12 rb 1x12 guitar combo amplifier. The ampeg r212r reverberocket amp is an amp that both jazz and blues guitarists would enjoy thoroughly. I found one on the net but it doesnt appear to be correct. It is a great little gigging amp, not too heavy but plenty loud. This reverberocket bassman stuff is so strange to me. There are a few dings here and there, but over all and considering its age, i would rate it 7. For greater savings check out our used ampeg reverberocket r50h 50w tube. The reason i need it is that my amp tech is hunting down a hum that is not coming from the usual suspects and he is trying to troubleshoot the problem. Hello, i would like to install a 10h 100ohm choke filter choke hammond, open bracket, 10 h, 100 ma.
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