Thanks for all the feedback and questions on my channels feed post. I answered some FAQ at the end. Everything is timestamped.. Oh, I am never shaving my face again. 😳🤣 Thanks to Fender Australia for the loaner! - 0:00 - Unboxing 0:32 - Intro & Disclaimer 1:07 - Jam Track 3:36 - Amplifier Overview 5:42 - Vibrato Channel (Strat) 7:32 - Vibrato Effect with Reverb 8:25 - Edge of Breakup with Boost 9:19 - Maximum Volume (Strat) 10:11 - Maximum Volume (Humbuckers) 11:34 - Normal Channel Tones 12:43 - Cab Sim vs Real Mics 14:20 - My Review (pros and cons) 15:21 - How it feels to play 16:08 - The Two Main Differences 17:04 - Better than the Twin or Deluxe Reverb? - Check out the Fender Super-Reverb Tone Master online: ►Sweetwater - imp.i114863.net/WD6bNZ ►Thomann - bit.ly/3CWLmkY (affiliate links)
Not only was your playing extra nice on this video, but your video editing skills have clearly SKYROCKETED over the years! Totally dug those cuts to facts about the amp, the zoom-in on the pedal settings with the circles to direct the eye... you're killing it, man!
Thanks a lot, Steve. I recently upgraded my camera as well so it's been a huge leap forward for me in terms of video quality. Many thanks for the kind words.
Great stuff, Shane. No overproduction in post, just straight-ahead tone, and actual information on what mics used. It's not for me, I'd probably go the Blonde Deluxe or a Boss Nextone, but your integrity (that's Tegridy for any Randy Marsh fans) is always appreciated. Stay safe, take care mate. Cheers from lockdown in Sydney.
@@650thunderbird5 Indeed! I still have the analogue service, but I have NO ADSL any more! They discontinued their service, so only got Tesltra 4G dongle for now!
Hi Shane, I remember cranking up the tube version of this amp with en SG in the early eighties. It sounded great! This amp seems to have everything I like about a Fender amp, without what I don't (flubby low end, overly bright). The overall sound seems very balanced. Nice demo (as always).
Just want to say that your videos are always something I look forward to. Straight forward and no bull. Been considering this amp for awhile and you convinced me ! Thanks for all you do and keep up the great work !! Cheers from Ohio!👍
Love the sound of the TM SR! I love the whole Fender TM line and it really sounds Good with your Tele! This would make a good addition to my TM Deluxe and Twin. And….You shaved since I saw your last Vid! Cheers mate from Salem, Ohio US!
Hey buddy I’m glad you did this one because I just made a video about solid state vs tube and I would love to compare these ToneMaster amps to the originals. Great video!
First, thank you for the very informative review. If I hadn't purchased a Roland JC-120 Jazz Chorus less than a month before this came out, I would be ordering the Super Reverb Tone Master as soon as I possibly could. When the $$$$ situation is back where I can, this is at the top of the list for my next purchase!! Please keep the videos coming!!!
Awesome review and demo of the Tone Master Shane! I still prefer my Mustang III v2 and it's pure quality sounds, FX loop & stereo out. You and this community are the main reason I got the Mustang!
Love the tones!!!! I wouldn’t mind buying one, however that Pro Reverb is calling me 🤪!! Really loving the ToneMaster series and I hope Fender continues to add iconic amps to the lineup! 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾 Great demonstration Shane!! Fender should just let you keep the amp by the way!!😎😎😉😉
It Sounds really good. I have the Tone Master Twin and love it. My Holy Grail is a Tone Master version of the 64 Vibroverb with a Cesar Diaz Mod Switch. That 15'' speaker is awesome. 😁
Love the sound of the SR! Just like the TM Deluxe and Twin I own I believe Fender has done a Fantastic Job with this Series of Amps. And I also Love the sound of your Tele through it!! And…..Hey you shaved since I saw your last Vid!!! Have a Great Day and Cheers from Salem, Ohio US!
Hi Rick, quick question for a TM owner - do you use any Fuzz pedals with either of your TM amps? I've only heard a couple YT demos that do this and both are very "produced" channels, if you know what I mean :) Cheers.
@@mattgilbert7347 Hi Matt, I don't have a Fuzz pedal per say. I do have a pedal that has a setting with so much gain it will sound like a Fuzz. Don't seem to have a problem with either my TM Deluxe or Twin. Both amps as well I assume with the SR should take a Fuzz well. There's something about the Fender TM Series that All Pedals seem to like. I'm still working out in my 56th year as a Musician and have used all the amps Fender is now digitizing. They are so close to the Originals it's unbelievable! And for me that's a Good Thing. There is a little difference in sound but I've changed Tubes in the Originals and they sound a little different after that also. You just compensate a little. Cheers man!
Shane glad you like it, and you have it sounding superb. I have tried this same four speaker model. It is priced like a tube amp with digital circuits. The most expensive digital modeling amp I have seen is this one. It is really light for carrying around though, definately a plus.
If you did a side by side with the real deal you would hear some differences, but the TM has so many advantages and useful features. I like the XLR DI out, the power scaling, and the light weight. It's close enough to the real deal. I still have a little problem with the price when I consider what other tube amps I could have for the same amount of money.
I remember very well back in the late 60's and early 70's, when you dimed a piece of equipment, something in the chain was going to end up smoking. I still rarely turn up an amp past the sweet spot.
You could be right. The reason I moved mine on was the weight and getting into the car was a problem at the time. I am glad both versions are still available though for the tube lovers. :)
My only issue w these is when they go down you wont be able to repair them like a good old tube amp. Ive even started to steer clear of cheaper pcb tube amps for the same reasons. They definitely sound nice tho!. I also think they should cost about 60% of what they do, personally. .
Digital has changed the game. It really began with the Katana, we couldn't believe just how far 'solid state' has come to producing that Tube sound, these tonemaster models are so clean, and they seem to deliver on the majority of the tone. Nice video mate, appreciate the insights.
They did Come a long way, but tube is not all in the sound. Its the mechanism how it responds to your playing, dynamics. To me it still sounds digital to be quite honest.
Bought the tone master 1x12 and after two shows, I have to admit it's impressive. Only issue I have is now I have the dilemma of deciding which Amp to use at shows! Tine Master, Fender Hot Rod deluxe, Bogner Shiva combo. Good problem to have....lol
Sounds awesome! I have the tm deluxe and it's super quiet. Doesn't respond well like you said with a clean boost pedal but so far great with my other ones. love my tm amp.
Nice. First gen Cyber Twin owner. Yes, it still works ;) Always thought this amp was what trickled down to the G Dec's. SS Fender is no mystery,,,had a Princeton 112 that rocked and bought a guitar after plugging into a FrontMan 212. Its the carpenter, not the tools. Tools work, all in.
i want one :) they are the best thing ever invented for a touring muso. Light and ready for any size venue with the attenuator and the DI. Sounds awesome too. You want to buy it, dont you Shane....
Love my deluxe. These things have blown my mind. I didn’t have huge expectations but I have never owned an amp that I love to play straight in. No pedals is awesome and love the light breakup sound..
I think Fender have taken a very interesting route with this series of amps. Clearly a lot of work has gone into the pre-amp section and thought into the power amp to make them work with authentic speakers. Most digital modelling amps I've encountered rely on some level of speaker emulation to get reasonably close to the sound(s) they're trying to replicate. What my ears tell me is that the ToneMaster series amps haven't nailed the reverb and that the midrange is a little too warm. These classic Fenders should have a distinctive upper-mid frequency 'bark' and that isn't quite there. If anything these amps sound more like the Hot Rod series which is neither good nor bad just not quite classic Fender valve tone. The IRs are superb, the facility for silent recording is a bonus and the weight is something anyone older, with back issues, or who lives in a block of flats, will appreciate. On balance I think these amps are a win for Fender. They look right and in a band mix they will work perfectly.
This was my first "serious" amp and it makes me sweat when I play it 😅. The tone is exactly what I wanted. The 45 watt wasn't as loud as I expected....still loud but not as loud as I thought it would be. Can't wait to see you play it live. Edit: I don't use picks so my attack and volume won't normally match up to someone thats really picking. Also the amp was louder than I expected on every power stage except 45w and .5w. 45 didn't make my ears bleed and .5 was exactly what I expected
Fellow finger-style Super Reverb player! Great choice for your first serious amp. I bet it's excellent for recording. I have an old 70s super that's crazy loud. Like you can't play above 4 with a full band....A lot of people say 100 watts solid-state is much quieter than a 100 watt tube amp. I'm not sure if that actually applies to these tone masters though.
@@Rockandrollgeerage in my opinion, 1w, 5w, 12w and 22w were a little louder than I expected them to be. Again, my playing style isn't as hard as using a pick and the amp is very dynamic so that may have been a reason. Also having 4 speakers moves more wind than one so idk. I think a deluxe is 22w but I've never played one to compare. You could probably test the two in a shop of you're interested in that aspect.
Great demo as usual! Here's a broad generalization about the super reverb: Vibrato channel: Single coil side. Great for P90s or lower output Straty single coils. Normal channel (that nobody uses): Humbucker side. Gibson PAFs/other higher output pickups sound amazing through this channel. Something about that simpler two band EQ really works great with most Gibsons. I have a 70s silverface and the normal channel does actually have reverb, it's just less intense than the vibrato side. The termolo actually works on the normal channel too....it just only affects the reverb and not the actual dry signal. I don't know if all vintage Supers are like this tho.
So where would you plug in my Gibson Les Paul Special with double P90s? I'm kinda going back and forth between vibrato and normal channel and cannot make up my mind. Not using reverb live (only delay) so the reverb alone doesn't make the decision here. Also, I think the bigger question with humbuckers (and maybe also P90s) isn't so much normal channel vs vibrato but rather input 1 vs input 2.
Shane, I remember when you used to have that Fender SR! It was so heavy you used to wheel it round on a dolly, as it was too cumbersome to carry & put in your car! Sounded GREAT tho!
Good video.. watching blue tooth into my JBL's IRX112, playing a Dano 12 string thru a Super Champ x2,,, thru a 2x12 Marshall, cab,, thru a klon clone... The sound matches up really Nice. Fender is the King.
Shane, I have to admit I'm a little concerned about the knife at 0:03. Thankfully, it's not the fretting hand lol. Great video! All the guitars sounded great but that PRS, wow.
I was debating the twin model, but its too expensive and I really just want a head version of this amp to plug into my own 2x12 cab. I ended up getting the One Control BJS-66. Its a solid state Twin, I A and B'd the One Control with my Fender Twin and its incredible how close the One Control is and it weighs under 4lbs. 100watts @ 16ohm, 66 @ 8ohm and 33 @ 4ohm. You can get them as low as $479 w the footswitch, but most places are $599 without foot switch.
I'm enjoying all the new modeling features on SS amps nowadays but I have yet to find one that matches the tube circuit emulation of my SS Lab Series L5. Bob Moog was a GENIUS !!!
I've watched all your shootouts with the Peavey Bandit 112. How does the Fender solid state emulation compare to the Peavey? I'm looking at making an upgrade. Been putting off investing in a tube amp simply because I have owned the Peavey Bandit red stripe version for years and I've always felt like it took care of my needs. I'm either going to spend the money on a nice amp or potentially a Fender Stratocaster. Not sure which one I feel like dropping the cash on first. I have I nice Les Paul but only have my old squire Strat and I'm just not sure which would make the biggest difference for my overall satisfaction.
Carol Kaye used a original super reverb to record and perform her bass playing. No doubt you could do the same with the tonemaster version. I use a reissue 59 bassman ltd for bass and it is amazing. I want to get two of these tonemaster super reverbs for my collection. I want one for guitar and one for bass.
there's a Red stripe Studio Pro 112 on Facebook marketplace near me for £90 and I keep having to remind myself I live in a tiny flat and don't have the space.
Hello again Shane. I played one of these today and loved it. I was thinking of buying a Hot Rod but now I think I might get a Tonemaster. I am just wondering how it compares to the Tonemaster Twin? Which did you like the most?????? Thanks mate.
Thanks for explaining that this isn't a Twin Reverb. I'm a noob and looking at specs, so it's good to hear someone say that each amp has their own sound.
I wonder how one of these amps would do compared to a Cyber Twin ? I know the latter is a hybrid but curious how far solid state amps have come in the last 15 years or so.
Great video and amp. I'd love to have one. But the pseudo tone snob in me is guessing the tube version would edge out the tone master in A-B comparison.
Thanks, has an amazing tone... shame they don't make a high end product like this for us bedroom players, I know they have the mustang and speakers size counts but this is really on another level. I do own an old cyber and a mustang micro that I love but it would be so cool if they made a tone master micro or a high end small amp version or even a high end tone master multi fx pedal
I was debating between the SR and Twin. I ended up with the Twin last week. It’s great. It won’t replace my other Fender tube amps (historically a tube snob) but they did a great job with this series. I’ll echo others who have said it’s 95% there. Without a side by side playing comparison in the room and listening with you eyes…you would be hard pressed to tell the difference.
I drank the kool aid too and purchased a blond Fender Twin Reverb Tone Master. It’s OK, but after a few outings and A/B ing it with my ‘64 Custom Deluxe Reverb, it just wasn’t making it. Fortunately I was able to sell it used for a decent price. Might give the SR TM a try though. We shall see.
Shane is such a top shelf guitarist. As far as the sound, I wonder how much is the PA vs the Amp. Almost can guarantee it won't sound like this in reality. I had a Silverface I used a lot for while touring in the 70s. It never had a full bottom end. While our sound guy could get a nice full sound out front it bothered me being so weak behind me. I never used reverb in big venues. I went back to the Twins and Deluxes. Also used the Bassman full set up. They all had full sounds. Super....Never !!
I'm thinking i just need to find a shop with a TM & a Non TM to A/B. These amps sound pretty good in the videos but, it's just tough to tell "how good". Funny how weight is such a selling point. They make tools to help you cart equipment around. Great Video! Thanks
OMG Shane the intro jam was 100% EAR CANDY!!!! Loved it!! also Beards = makeup for men! LOL!!! i haven't shaved my face in so long... that now i'm afraid too...LOL!!!
I wouldn't worry about the clean boosting. It is different, but well. Pangasius is different than cod, but we gotta learn to live with that. Also, in guitaramp world it's getting better and better. Eventually most non-tube amps like will feel and respond more like the tube amps, which most of us won't use over time.
I'm not going to knock the tone masters per se ,they do sound alright. But! Emulation, isn't really the same as what comes out of whatever your amp choice is, is it? For my part, I have several modelling amps, that do very nicely I just can't warm to them
played this great amp! the tonemasters are ruffly 80% there..lacks the tube presence and depth..but its a great amp for gigging and plenty loud and it is a classic fender sound!!
I had a super reverb on a long term borrow situation back when I was in graduate school living in an 1br apartment! Good god that thing was loud. 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣
Thanks for all the feedback and questions on my channels feed post. I answered some FAQ at the end. Everything is timestamped.. Oh, I am never shaving my face again. 😳🤣 Thanks to Fender Australia for the loaner!
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0:00 - Unboxing
0:32 - Intro & Disclaimer
1:07 - Jam Track
3:36 - Amplifier Overview
5:42 - Vibrato Channel (Strat)
7:32 - Vibrato Effect with Reverb
8:25 - Edge of Breakup with Boost
9:19 - Maximum Volume (Strat)
10:11 - Maximum Volume (Humbuckers)
11:34 - Normal Channel Tones
12:43 - Cab Sim vs Real Mics
14:20 - My Review (pros and cons)
15:21 - How it feels to play
16:08 - The Two Main Differences
17:04 - Better than the Twin or Deluxe Reverb?
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Check out the Fender Super-Reverb Tone Master online:
►Sweetwater - imp.i114863.net/WD6bNZ
►Thomann - bit.ly/3CWLmkY
(affiliate links)
Not shaving again? I'm sure Rhi will have something to say about THAT! LOL!
What is cabinet sim? In layman's terms.
Not only was your playing extra nice on this video, but your video editing skills have clearly SKYROCKETED over the years! Totally dug those cuts to facts about the amp, the zoom-in on the pedal settings with the circles to direct the eye... you're killing it, man!
Thanks a lot, Steve. I recently upgraded my camera as well so it's been a huge leap forward for me in terms of video quality. Many thanks for the kind words.
@@intheblues nice playing but try something outside straight pentatonic sometimes too..great vid
@@intheblues what program do you use to do the special graphics to point to things on the screen?
Great stuff, Shane. No overproduction in post, just straight-ahead tone, and actual information on what mics used.
It's not for me, I'd probably go the Blonde Deluxe or a Boss Nextone, but your integrity (that's Tegridy for any Randy Marsh fans) is always appreciated.
Stay safe, take care mate. Cheers from lockdown in Sydney.
sounds pretty good! to all the digital haters, I'm writing this comment from my analog landline phone. 😳😛
You still HAVE analogue landline in Canada eh?
Lol sup Landon.
@@DMSProduktions Copper forever!
@@650thunderbird5 Indeed! I still have the analogue service, but I have NO ADSL any more! They discontinued their service, so only got Tesltra 4G dongle for now!
@@DMSProduktions I'm in the sticks, so only got ADSL2 in the last couple of years. I've no idea when or if they'll force us onto wireless.
Hi Shane,
I remember cranking up the tube version of this amp with en SG in the early eighties. It sounded great! This amp seems to have everything I like about a Fender amp, without what I don't (flubby low end, overly bright). The overall sound seems very balanced. Nice demo (as always).
Your playing skills always impress, and your melodic sense was on point here. Great showcase of an amp by a skilled and thoughtful player.
Sounds great. Thanks for an in-depth demo. 🤙
Appreciate how neutral you are on the tube v. digital issue. Makes for a truly objective review.
Just want to say that your videos are always something I look forward to. Straight forward and no bull. Been considering this amp for awhile and you convinced me ! Thanks for all you do and keep up the great work !! Cheers from Ohio!👍
Thanks for doing this with backing tracks. That's what's been missing in a lot of reviews.
You definitely need that amp. Nobody makes it sound better! Love your playing and the reviews are always top-notch.
Love the sound of the TM SR! I love the whole Fender TM line and it really sounds Good with your Tele! This would make a good addition to my TM Deluxe and Twin. And….You shaved since I saw your last Vid! Cheers mate from Salem, Ohio US!
Great details, thanks Shane for this video.
Great intro Shane thanks for another outstanding review
Thanks Bill! :)
Hey buddy I’m glad you did this one because I just made a video about solid state vs tube and I would love to compare these ToneMaster amps to the originals. Great video!
I haven’t watched one of your videos in a while. I love the new editing style
Thanks! 🤠
First, thank you for the very informative review. If I hadn't purchased a Roland JC-120 Jazz Chorus less than a month before this came out, I would be ordering the Super Reverb Tone Master as soon as I possibly could. When the $$$$ situation is back where I can, this is at the top of the list for my next purchase!! Please keep the videos coming!!!
Some lovely subtle playing in this vid mate. Hats off.
Awesome review and demo of the Tone Master Shane! I still prefer my Mustang III v2 and it's pure quality sounds, FX loop & stereo out. You and this community are the main reason I got the Mustang!
Hell yeah,that sounds great! It's crazy how good non tube amps are getting now a days.
Love the tones!!!! I wouldn’t mind buying one, however that Pro Reverb is calling me 🤪!! Really loving the ToneMaster series and I hope Fender continues to add iconic amps to the lineup! 🙏🏾🙏🏾🙏🏾
Great demonstration Shane!! Fender should just let you keep the amp by the way!!😎😎😉😉
Kind of on the fence here. Narrowed down to about 3 in this series. Also favoring the pro...what did you end up with ?
Amazing tone, Fender has nailed it with this technology.
Great playing and great video mate! :D
It Sounds really good. I have the Tone Master Twin and love it. My Holy Grail is a Tone Master version of the 64 Vibroverb with a Cesar Diaz Mod Switch. That 15'' speaker is awesome. 😁
Love the sound of the SR! Just like the TM Deluxe and Twin I own I believe Fender has done a Fantastic Job with this Series of Amps. And I also Love the sound of your Tele through it!! And…..Hey you shaved since I saw your last Vid!!! Have a Great Day and Cheers from Salem, Ohio US!
Hi Rick, quick question for a TM owner - do you use any Fuzz pedals with either of your TM amps? I've only heard a couple YT demos that do this and both are very "produced" channels, if you know what I mean :) Cheers.
@@mattgilbert7347 Hi Matt, I don't have a Fuzz pedal per say. I do have a pedal that has a setting with so much gain it will sound like a Fuzz. Don't seem to have a problem with either my TM Deluxe or Twin. Both amps as well I assume with the SR should take a Fuzz well. There's something about the Fender TM Series that All Pedals seem to like. I'm still working out in my 56th year as a Musician and have used all the amps Fender is now digitizing. They are so close to the Originals it's unbelievable! And for me that's a Good Thing. There is a little difference in sound but I've changed Tubes in the Originals and they sound a little different after that also. You just compensate a little. Cheers man!
Now this is a Solid State Amp I can enjoy ! At 36 Lbs, 4x10 is amazing. Thanks Shane.
Blues On....💙
Great video as always!
You helped me make the decision to purchase the Super Reverb Tone Master. Thanks!
Excellent review and a brilliant way of answering some viewer questions. Don't think you missed a beat here in the slightest. 👉😎
Shane glad you like it, and you have it sounding superb. I have tried this same four speaker model. It is priced like a tube amp with digital circuits. The most expensive digital modeling amp I have seen is this one. It is really light for carrying around though, definately a plus.
Have you ever looked at the price of the tube Super Reverb? Not at all the same
Sounds fantastic, both the amp and your playing
If you did a side by side with the real deal you would hear some differences, but the TM has so many advantages and useful features. I like the XLR DI out, the power scaling, and the light weight.
It's close enough to the real deal. I still have a little problem with the price when I consider what other tube amps I could have for the same amount of money.
I remember very well back in the late 60's and early 70's, when you dimed a piece of equipment, something in the chain was going to end up smoking. I still rarely turn up an amp past the sweet spot.
Have this and the tube. I take the TM to indoor gigs. The tube for practice and outdoor gigs. Great overview.
Sounds really good.
Awesome playing
Great performance as always 🙂❤️🎸🙂great amp. Greetings from Olympus Guitars.
Dude, you were in the zone on this one!
Love the licks, love the amp!
cool review mate
👍✌😎
Great tones, and surely future generations of guitar players will have less back injuries thanks to the Tone Master amps. ;D
You could be right. The reason I moved mine on was the weight and getting into the car was a problem at the time. I am glad both versions are still available though for the tube lovers. :)
My only issue w these is when they go down you wont be able to repair them like a good old tube amp. Ive even started to steer clear of cheaper pcb tube amps for the same reasons. They definitely sound nice tho!. I also think they should cost about 60% of what they do, personally. .
@@jmo1366 1900 buckaroos... that's a big no haha
@@jmo1366 Yep - they could definitely be half the price. Nice as they are - Fender lives on the brandname and as long as people pay....
Digital has changed the game. It really began with the Katana, we couldn't believe just how far 'solid state' has come to producing that Tube sound, these tonemaster models are so clean, and they seem to deliver on the majority of the tone. Nice video mate, appreciate the insights.
They did Come a long way, but tube is not all in the sound. Its the mechanism how it responds to your playing, dynamics. To me it still sounds digital to be quite honest.
Its sad Dimebag darrell never used a tube amp he could of been good like you@@nikverschuren4291
Excellent review
Bought the tone master 1x12 and after two shows, I have to admit it's impressive. Only issue I have is now I have the dilemma of deciding which Amp to use at shows! Tine Master, Fender Hot Rod deluxe, Bogner Shiva combo. Good problem to have....lol
Sounds awesome! I have the tm deluxe and it's super quiet. Doesn't respond well like you said with a clean boost pedal but so far great with my other ones. love my tm amp.
Sounds amazing. Great video edit style too. Straight to the point and fantastic playing.
What backing track was that?
Nice. First gen Cyber Twin owner.
Yes, it still works ;)
Always thought this amp was what trickled down to the G Dec's.
SS Fender is no mystery,,,had a Princeton 112 that rocked and bought a guitar after plugging into a FrontMan 212.
Its the carpenter, not the tools.
Tools work, all in.
i want one :) they are the best thing ever invented for a touring muso. Light and ready for any size venue with the attenuator and the DI. Sounds awesome too. You want to buy it, dont you Shane....
Love my deluxe. These things have blown my mind. I didn’t have huge expectations but I have never owned an amp that I love to play straight in. No pedals is awesome and love the light breakup sound..
I think Fender have taken a very interesting route with this series of amps. Clearly a lot of work has gone into the pre-amp section and thought into the power amp to make them work with authentic speakers. Most digital modelling amps I've encountered rely on some level of speaker emulation to get reasonably close to the sound(s) they're trying to replicate. What my ears tell me is that the ToneMaster series amps haven't nailed the reverb and that the midrange is a little too warm. These classic Fenders should have a distinctive upper-mid frequency 'bark' and that isn't quite there. If anything these amps sound more like the Hot Rod series which is neither good nor bad just not quite classic Fender valve tone. The IRs are superb, the facility for silent recording is a bonus and the weight is something anyone older, with back issues, or who lives in a block of flats, will appreciate. On balance I think these amps are a win for Fender. They look right and in a band mix they will work perfectly.
I've had a real 65 super for about 20 yrs now,and this thing sounds right on the money!
This was my first "serious" amp and it makes me sweat when I play it 😅. The tone is exactly what I wanted. The 45 watt wasn't as loud as I expected....still loud but not as loud as I thought it would be. Can't wait to see you play it live.
Edit: I don't use picks so my attack and volume won't normally match up to someone thats really picking. Also the amp was louder than I expected on every power stage except 45w and .5w. 45 didn't make my ears bleed and .5 was exactly what I expected
Fellow finger-style Super Reverb player! Great choice for your first serious amp. I bet it's excellent for recording.
I have an old 70s super that's crazy loud. Like you can't play above 4 with a full band....A lot of people say 100 watts solid-state is much quieter than a 100 watt tube amp. I'm not sure if that actually applies to these tone masters though.
Which power stage was louder than expected?
@@Rockandrollgeerage in my opinion, 1w, 5w, 12w and 22w were a little louder than I expected them to be. Again, my playing style isn't as hard as using a pick and the amp is very dynamic so that may have been a reason. Also having 4 speakers moves more wind than one so idk.
I think a deluxe is 22w but I've never played one to compare. You could probably test the two in a shop of you're interested in that aspect.
Fender makes amazing solid state amps.
One of my all time favorite amps is the Fender London Reverb from the 80’s
Isn't this digital though (not solid state)?
@@RyanMcQuen yep. That is true. You got me. Dammit.
Great playing lead-in, really nice phrasing. The TM Super is THE amp ! It's the real deal.
I bought a Fender Champion 100 after watching your 2 vids on them. Love to see a video on the best settings for clean and overdrive on the 100.
I got the fender champion 40 ...like it . I love the sound of the PRS through this amp
Nicest solid state amp Ive ever heard but full credit to the man wielding the axe. Great playing that was enjoyable to watch!!
I need one of these for Christmas :)
Great demo as usual! Here's a broad generalization about the super reverb:
Vibrato channel:
Single coil side. Great for P90s or lower output Straty single coils.
Normal channel (that nobody uses):
Humbucker side. Gibson PAFs/other higher output pickups sound amazing through this channel. Something about that simpler two band EQ really works great with most Gibsons.
I have a 70s silverface and the normal channel does actually have reverb, it's just less intense than the vibrato side. The termolo actually works on the normal channel too....it just only affects the reverb and not the actual dry signal. I don't know if all vintage Supers are like this tho.
So where would you plug in my Gibson Les Paul Special with double P90s? I'm kinda going back and forth between vibrato and normal channel and cannot make up my mind. Not using reverb live (only delay) so the reverb alone doesn't make the decision here.
Also, I think the bigger question with humbuckers (and maybe also P90s) isn't so much normal channel vs vibrato but rather input 1 vs input 2.
Thanks Shane,dam your getting good at all this,thanks
Shane, I remember when you used to have that Fender SR! It was so heavy you used to wheel it round on a dolly, as it was too cumbersome to carry & put in your car! Sounded GREAT tho!
People are lazy I carry a 4×12 and a big ass head and all my pedals and chords every weekend to play on the side walk do some push ups
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Good video.. watching blue tooth into my JBL's IRX112, playing a Dano 12 string thru a Super Champ x2,,, thru a 2x12 Marshall, cab,, thru a klon clone... The sound matches up really Nice. Fender is the King.
Shane, I have to admit I'm a little concerned about the knife at 0:03. Thankfully, it's not the fretting hand lol. Great video! All the guitars sounded great but that PRS, wow.
I was a little surprised you didn't use your tele with the Danny Gatton pickups on the amp that he liked to use. Anyway, great review, Thank you!
I was debating the twin model, but its too expensive and I really just want a head version of this amp to plug into my own 2x12 cab. I ended up getting the One Control BJS-66. Its a solid state Twin, I A and B'd the One Control with my Fender Twin and its incredible how close the One Control is and it weighs under 4lbs. 100watts @ 16ohm, 66 @ 8ohm and 33 @ 4ohm. You can get them as low as $479 w the footswitch, but most places are $599 without foot switch.
Just got the TM Deluxe-love it!
Dude, Love your LP Junior and PRS SE CUSTOM 24... I ordered a PRS SE Custom 24 in Charcoal Burst..
For a gigging guitarist wanting to carry less weight, would you choose one of these, or a small valve amp that can be miked up or DI'd to the PA?
I'm enjoying all the new modeling features on SS amps nowadays but I have yet to find one that matches the tube circuit emulation of my SS Lab Series L5. Bob Moog was a GENIUS !!!
I've watched all your shootouts with the Peavey Bandit 112. How does the Fender solid state emulation compare to the Peavey? I'm looking at making an upgrade. Been putting off investing in a tube amp simply because I have owned the Peavey Bandit red stripe version for years and I've always felt like it took care of my needs. I'm either going to spend the money on a nice amp or potentially a Fender Stratocaster. Not sure which one I feel like dropping the cash on first. I have I nice Les Paul but only have my old squire Strat and I'm just not sure which would make the biggest difference for my overall satisfaction.
Carol Kaye used a original super reverb to record and perform her bass playing. No doubt you could do the same with the tonemaster version. I use a reissue 59 bassman ltd for bass and it is amazing. I want to get two of these tonemaster super reverbs for my collection. I want one for guitar and one for bass.
Great review, great amp!
Thanks a lot. I only had it for a day to do the full review and it was good fun. The amp sounds great up loud.
I've been hoping for this one! Hey Shane - I just scored a Bandit 112 silver stripe for $100 bucks. Lockdown love.
The Bandit's are awesome mate, I hope you enjoy it! :) $100 is a deal and half. Well done.
@@intheblues Thanks Shane - and thanks for your great work .
there's a Red stripe Studio Pro 112 on Facebook marketplace near me for £90 and I keep having to remind myself I live in a tiny flat and don't have the space.
Great review.
Thanks!
Hello again Shane. I played one of these today and loved it. I was thinking of buying a Hot Rod but now I think I might get a Tonemaster. I am just wondering how it compares to the Tonemaster Twin? Which did you like the most?????? Thanks mate.
Thanks for explaining that this isn't a Twin Reverb. I'm a noob and looking at specs, so it's good to hear someone say that each amp has their own sound.
Great review and playing! I bought a used TMSR and found it noisy on high volume when guitar is plugged in. How is the noise level for you?
Nice review Shane! However, this amp could not replace any of my current gigging amps.
I got mine a week ago and I really am so impressed. Makes me wander if I will ever buy a tube amp again
I wonder how one of these amps would do compared to a Cyber Twin ? I know the latter is a hybrid but curious how far solid state amps have come in the last 15 years or so.
Very inspired playing!!
the way you grasp that pick dude !!! nice tone nice playing !!!!! KEEP THE AMP !!!DON'T RETURN IT !!!!! lol
Great video and amp. I'd love to have one. But the pseudo tone snob in me is guessing the tube version would edge out the tone master in A-B comparison.
Shane, I’ve been watching your videos for a few years now and I gotta say I am so impressed by your playing. You got some chops man! I’m jealous.
Thanks, has an amazing tone... shame they don't make a high end product like this for us bedroom players, I know they have the mustang and speakers size counts but this is really on another level. I do own an old cyber and a mustang micro that I love but it would be so cool if they made a tone master micro or a high end small amp version or even a high end tone master multi fx pedal
Hey mate ty for the vid. IYO which of the tonemaster amps is best suited for high clean headroom/pushed w a pedal SRV sounds?
When I was listening to the max volume on the prs I had to stop the video and figure out that lick its was amazing
I was debating between the SR and Twin. I ended up with the Twin last week. It’s great. It won’t replace my other Fender tube amps (historically a tube snob) but they did a great job with this series. I’ll echo others who have said it’s 95% there. Without a side by side playing comparison in the room and listening with you eyes…you would be hard pressed to tell the difference.
Im sorry, but I could tell it was a digital sound instantly, 95% is very generous, more like 80%
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I drank the kool aid too and purchased a blond Fender Twin Reverb Tone Master. It’s OK, but after a few outings and A/B ing it with my ‘64 Custom Deluxe Reverb, it just wasn’t making it. Fortunately I was able to sell it used for a decent price. Might give the SR TM a try though. We shall see.
Sounds great, tasty playing as well. Only time it was a little off is when a Gibson was plugged in.
Shane is such a top shelf guitarist. As far as the sound, I wonder how much is the PA vs the Amp.
Almost can guarantee it won't sound like this in reality. I had a Silverface I used a lot for while
touring in the 70s. It never had a full bottom end. While our sound guy could get a nice full sound
out front it bothered me being so weak behind me. I never used reverb in big venues. I went back to
the Twins and Deluxes. Also used the Bassman full set up. They all had full sounds. Super....Never !!
Love how that Strat sounds with that amp. What model Strat is it?
I'm thinking i just need to find a shop with a TM & a Non TM to A/B. These amps sound pretty good in the videos but, it's just tough to tell "how good". Funny how weight is such a selling point. They make tools to help you cart equipment around. Great Video! Thanks
... ever try loading a real SR into the back of a station wagon or up a flight of stairs?
Will Go I’ve done far worse.
Does it use the 100 watt power section of the tone master deluxe, or the 200 watts of the tonemaster twin?
I like the (simulated) power ratings that Fender is using. So much more realistic than the ratings you see on a lot of solid state amps.
Hi. Question? Where is the Fender Tone Master Twin Reverb Combo Amp made? USA? Where? Thanks in advance
It doesn't break up as much as the tube ones when you crank it, does it? At least the ones I've played get dirtier than that.
OMG Shane the intro jam was 100% EAR CANDY!!!! Loved it!! also Beards = makeup for men! LOL!!! i haven't shaved my face in so long... that now i'm afraid too...LOL!!!
I wouldn't worry about the clean boosting. It is different, but well. Pangasius is different than cod, but we gotta learn to live with that. Also, in guitaramp world it's getting better and better. Eventually most non-tube amps like will feel and respond more like the tube amps, which most of us won't use over time.
I also bought a Epiphone 50s LP after watching your 2 vids on them.
I'm not going to knock the tone masters per se ,they do sound alright.
But! Emulation, isn't really the same as what comes out of whatever your amp choice is, is it?
For my part, I have several modelling amps, that do very nicely
I just can't warm to them
Lifting a Super Reverb with one hand like it's no one's business, Shane definitely lifts! Lol
Great awesome jam track!
played this great amp! the tonemasters are ruffly 80% there..lacks the tube presence and depth..but its a great amp for gigging and plenty loud and it is a classic fender sound!!
I had a super reverb on a long term borrow situation back when I was in graduate school living in an 1br apartment! Good god that thing was loud. 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣