Building a Fender Spring Reverb - DIY 6G15

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Welcome to the best DIY guide for the Fender '63 Reverb Unit! In this video, we dive deep into this classic unit, discussing essential modifications that make it whisper-quiet, and revealing who this reverb gem is perfect for. Plus, I've got two fully arranged sound examples to showcase its incredible capabilities and an in-depth overview of all the controls.
🔧 Quiet Mods: I cover the full wave bridge rectification and how to install a hum loop blocker.
🎧 Sound Examples: Check out two fully arranged sound examples that showcase its versatility, from subtle ambiance to drippy surf rock.
Whether you're a DIY enthusiast, a gear aficionado, or simply curious about the legendary Fender 6G15 Spring Reverb, this video has something for everyone.
Please for the love of God like, comment, and subscribe to the channel for more exciting DIY gear-related content.
0:00 - Intro
1:23 - Controls
1:54 - Surf Rock (Demo)
3:28 - Mitigating Tone Suck
5:14 - Spacious Reverb (Demo)
6:35 - Build Overview
7:31 - Mod Talk
7:51 - Mod 1: Full Wave Bridge Rectification
8:47 - Mod 2: Hum Loop Blocker
10:55 - Reverb Tanks
11:54 - Final Thoughts

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  • @petemccarry2326
    @petemccarry23264 ай бұрын

    The smart aleck sense of humor is much appreciated!

  • @shoetiquemusic

    @shoetiquemusic

    4 ай бұрын

    Thanks Pete! It comes from deep well of mental instability!

  • @FlipDahlenburg
    @FlipDahlenburg17 күн бұрын

    This is the second video of yours I've seen! Thanks for the no-nonsense approach.

  • @shoetiquemusic

    @shoetiquemusic

    9 күн бұрын

    Hell ya Flip! I’ve got plenty more on my channel. Check ‘em out!

  • @jonathanbennett5611
    @jonathanbennett5611Ай бұрын

    Thumb up! That is my modified diagram you shared in your video, thanks for the shoutout. I made one of these (with tubeswells guidance a long time ago)

  • @shoetiquemusic

    @shoetiquemusic

    Ай бұрын

    Hell ya Jonathan! I appreciate you taking the time to put the diagram out there. Glad you stumbled upon the video! What have you been building lately?

  • @jonathanbennett5611

    @jonathanbennett5611

    27 күн бұрын

    @@shoetiquemusic I haven't built anything in a while. But I have a pile of stuff that keeps breaking, so that keeps me busy with the soldering iron.

  • @handwiredbyme
    @handwiredbyme Жыл бұрын

    I love the funny silly start then straight business

  • @shoetiquemusic

    @shoetiquemusic

    Жыл бұрын

    Thanks HandWired! I try to keep things lively!

  • @handwiredbyme

    @handwiredbyme

    Жыл бұрын

    @shoetiquemusic it was cool kind of see what one expects after the 1st minute but aside from the headband and shirt you play it straight and that's pretty original not sure anyone else wouldn't keep using the humor throughout but all you did was make the joke keep the outfit on then gave the info direct and meaningfully. Didn't even close with the same comedic intro style I don't think. That's cool. Can't recall anyone else doing that. Keep making gear vids or whatever you might be onto something

  • @shoetiquemusic

    @shoetiquemusic

    Жыл бұрын

    @@handwiredbyme I really appreciate that! Its all about finding that balance between fun and not electrocuting yourself!

  • @sergioespinosaherrera2667
    @sergioespinosaherrera266710 ай бұрын

    Really the best guide about 6G15, you earn a suscriber. Please make a video about one tube reverb add on! :D

  • @shoetiquemusic

    @shoetiquemusic

    10 ай бұрын

    Thanks Sergio, I really appreciate it! This is the first time I've heard of one tube reverb! Let me know if this is what you're referring to: Hoffman Amps Thread: el34world.com/Forum/index.php?topic=7957.0 TDPRI Board Design: www.tdpri.com/threads/drop-in-one-tube-reverb.957523/

  • @sergioespinosaherrera2667

    @sergioespinosaherrera2667

    10 ай бұрын

    @@shoetiquemusic Yes, this one, i hope to see thisone in your videos, with your analysis and building notes. I want to add to a Princeton octal amplifier! Regards!

  • @sharonlee4773
    @sharonlee47733 ай бұрын

    Great video Sir. What is the vibrato unit on your guitar? It looks like a 'serious bit of kit ' as we say in England!

  • @shoetiquemusic

    @shoetiquemusic

    3 ай бұрын

    Good eye Sharon Lee! It's a Sophia Trem - I really like it! I had this one installed while I apprenticed at Stonewall Pickups.

  • @sharonlee4773

    @sharonlee4773

    3 ай бұрын

    @@shoetiquemusic thanks

  • @GL64
    @GL64 Жыл бұрын

    Nothing matches the 6G15 for surf drip.

  • @shoetiquemusic

    @shoetiquemusic

    Жыл бұрын

    I agree G L! The digital stuff can get you about 85% of the way there but it's no substitute for the OG.

  • @GL64

    @GL64

    Жыл бұрын

    @@shoetiquemusic I play a lot of surf-a-billy-punk style guitar stuff and I use a vintage spec 6G15 I built myself. It's amazing. I love it. I don't always feel like dragging it around though, so I keep in my bag a TC Drip pedal. It's cheap and easy and sounds surprisingly good for surfy drip with a hint of slapback..

  • @shoetiquemusic

    @shoetiquemusic

    Жыл бұрын

    @@GL64 I agree that the 6g15 isn't something I want to lug around. I've been messing around with a UA Golden. The drip is pretty good but its almost too pristine. I want my drip to be a little grimy.

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