THE SOUND THAT CREATES LEGENDS
65 Deluxe239 Reverb TYPE: PR

, Owner s Manual

P/N 047059

INTRODUCTION

Your new 65 DELUXE REVERB amplifier is living proof of the quality and longevity of Fender amplifier designs. Of all the Fender amplifiers produced over the past 40 years, the Deluxe Reverb has probably been used on more recordings than any other amplifier in history. Over the years, Deluxe Reverbs have proven to be incredibly versatile, used for surf, rock, blues, soul, country and everything in between. In fact, many early hard rock and heavy metal recordings were done with the Deluxe Reverb because of its great natural distortion characteristics, an unintended feature at the time. Whatever the playing style, the Deluxe Reverb has always been able to produce the right sound. Your new 65 DELUXE REVERB is a faithful reproduction of an original 1965 Deluxe Reverb (model AB763 for historical or technical types). Every effort has been made to keep the pre-amp and power amp circuits exactly like the original. For improved reliability and manufacturing efficiency, a printed circuit board for the components is used in place of the original Leo board style phenolic parts panel used in the older Fender amplifiers for many years. The power and output transformers used in the 65 DELUXE REVERB are built to the original specifications which were still in the Fender R&D department files. Some components used in this re-issue amplifier are different in size and shape from the earlier version, but the component values are identical. The 65 DELUXE REVERB is 22 watts, like the original. This model (AB 763) is often referred to as a Black-face Deluxe Reverb (because of the control panels color) and was first introduced in 1964 and continued until mid 1968 when the control panel was changed to silver swirl look that lasted through 1980. The speaker in the 65 DELUXE REVERB is a duplicate of the original Jensen 12 inch Specially Designed for Fender speaker used for many years during the I960s. Please note, if you compare a new 65 DELUXE REVERB with an original model, the two units may sound slightly different. Remember that the speaker and filter capacitors in the original are over 25 years old and their performance has changed over the years. It is suggested you read this manual thoroughly to understand all the features and functions of the amplifier. The purchase of a Fender amplifier will provide years of musical enjoyment and the 65 DELUXE REVERB helps keep the Fender legend going strong. WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE AMPLIFIER TO RAIN OR MOISTURE!
65 DELUXE REVERB FRONT PANEL FUNCTIONS
A,B. NORMAL CHANNEL INPUTS-Plug-in connection for instruments. Input 1 provides 6 dB more gain than input 2. The REVERB and VIBRATO features do not affect the NORMAL CHANNEL. I. TREBLE CONTROL-Adjusts the amount of high frequency boost or cut in the VIBRATO CHANNEL. C. NORMAL CHANNEL VOLUME CONTROL- Adjusts the overall loudness of the NORMAL CHANNEL. J. BASS CONTROL-Adjusts the amount of low frequency boost or cut in the VIBRATO CHANNEL. D. TREBLE CONTROL-Adjusts the amount of high frequency boost (accentuation) or cut (attenuation) in the NORMAL CHANNEL. K. REVERB CONTROL-Adjusts the amount of reverberated signal that is mixed in with the original dry signal. Turning the control full counter- clockwise turns the E. BASS CONTROL-Adjusts the amount of low frequency boost or cut in the NORMAL CHANNEL. REVERB feature off. The REVERB feature can also be turned on and off using the footswitch. Note that the REVERB feature does not affect the NORMAL CHANNEL. F,G.VIBRATO CHANNEL INPUTS-Plug-in connection for instruments. Input 1 provides 6 dB more gain than input 2. The VIBRATO CHANNEL is affected by both the REVERB and VIBRATO features, and also provides more treble boost than the NORMAL CHANNEL. L. VIBRATO SPEED CONTROL-Adjusts the speed of the VIBRATO feature. Note that the VIBRATO feature does not affect the NORMAL CHANNEL. H. VIBRATO CHANNEL VOLUME CONTROL- Adjusts the overall loudness of the VIBRATO CHANNEL.
M. VIBRATO INTENSITY CONTROL-Adjusts the intensity of the VIBRATO feature. Turning the control full
N. PILOT LAMP-When the lamp is illuminated, the65 DELUXE REVERB is receiving power. Should the lamp burn out, unscrew the red jewel and replace the lamp with a type T47 light bulb.
counter-clockwise turns the VIBRATO feature off. The VIBRATO feature can also be turned on and off using the the footswitch. Note that the VIBRATO feature does not affect the NORMAL CHANNEL.
65 DELUXE FOOTSWITCH FUNCTIONS
A. VIBRATO SWITCH-Push on, push off switch that turns the VIBRATO feature on and off.
B. REVERB SWITCH-Push on, push off switch that turns the REVERB feature on and off.

65 DELUXE REVERB REAR PANEL FUNCTIONS
A. GROUND SWITCH-Set the GROUND SWITCH to the position that produces the least amount of buzz or hum from the speakers (I 20V model only). B. FUSE-The fuse is in the AC supply of the amplifier and will help to protect the amplifier and the operator in the event of an electrical fault. If a fuse blows, it should only be replaced with a fuse in accordance with the listing at the fuse holder. If the amplifier repeatedly blows fuses, it should be checked out by a qualified technician. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES should a fuse of a different type, higher current rating, or a fuse bypass be used, as this could damage the equipment and present a serious safety hazard. C. POWER SWITCH-This switch turns the AC power ON and OFF. When the switch is OFF, the amplifier is completely shut down. D. STANDBY SWITCH-This switch turns the amplifier on and off. In the STANDBY position, the amplifier is off; however, power is applied to the tube filaments so as to eliminate warm-up time, provided the main power switch (item C.) is on. Use of this feature during short breaks versus using the POWER SWITCH will increase tube life. G. FOOTSWITCH JACK-Plug-in connection for the footswitch. The footswitch allows you to turn the VIBRATO and REVERB features on and off without having to operate the controls on the front panel. Note that only the REVERB feature will operate without plugging in the footswitch. F. E. MAIN SPEAKER JACK-Plug-in connection for speakers. This jack must always be used as the primary connection to speakers. EXTERNAL SPEAKER JACK-Plug-in connection for an external speaker. This jack is wired in parallel with the MAIN SPEAKER JACK, and must only be used in conjunction with the MAIN SPEAKER JACK. Should the EXTERNAL SPEAKER JACK be used without also using the MAIN SPEAKER JACK, there will be no sound. Note that the amplifier is optimized for an 8 ohm speaker load, and that the speaker in the cabinet is 8 ohms. Should a total load of more or less than 8 ohms be used, the amplifier will not put out its maximum power before distortion occurs.
LINE CORD Your amplifier is equipped with a grounding type supply cord to reduce the possibility of shock hazard. Be sure to connect it to a grounded AC receptacle. DO NOT ALTER THE AC PLUG. TUBES The 65 DELUXE REVERB tube complement consists of one Fender Special Design 5AR4 (part number 041400), two Fender Special Design 6V6GTs (part number 023564), four Fender Special Design 12AX7As (part number 013341), and two Fender Special Design 12AT7s (part number 023531). Fenders Special Design Tubes provide optimum performance in this amplifier. For best results, replace with Fender original equipment tubes only. Tube location is printed on the tube label located inside the cabinet.

BIAS ADJUSTMENT The control on the chassis underside is a factory adjustment only. Should the bias need adjusting, it should be performed by your authorized Fender Service Center. BLACK TOLEX COVERING CARE The exclusive Fender trouble covering on your cabinet is especially designed to provide years of lasting beauty. A very light soapy solution on a sponge may be used to remove dirt and residue that may accumulate in the grain. Be careful not to let any liquid come in contact with operating surfaces. DO NOT have the amplifier plugged into a power outlet when cleaning.
TROUBLESHOOTERS CHECKLIST
If the amplifier is set up but does not function, check the following items: Is the power cord properly plugged into an electrical outlet? Is there power at the outlet? Is the fuse blown? Is the speaker properly connected to the amplifier? Is the amp on standby? Are all the control knobs turned above four? Is the volume control on the instrument turned up? Is the instrument properly plugged into the amplifier? (Eliminate any effects pedals and try another guitar cord.) if, after checking all of the above, the system is still not working correctly, consult your Fender Service Dealer.
65 DELUXE REVERB SPECIFICATIONS
PART NUMBER: DIMENSIONS: 120V Version: Height: Width: Depth: 42lbs. 21-1/2 (44.5cm) 24 1/2 (62.2cm) 9 1/2 (24.1 cm) (19.1 kg)
WEIGHT: POWER OUTPUT: OUTPUT IMPEDANCE: INPUT IMPEDANCE:
22 watts R.M.S. minimum into 8 ohms 8 ohms Input 1, both channels: 1M ohms Input 2, both channels: 136k ohms Vibrato and Reverb 100V 120V 230V 240V Version: Version: Version: Version: 100VAC 120VAC 230VAC 240VAC 50/60 Hz, 1.0A 60 Hz,.85A 50 Hz,.44A 50 Hz,.43A
FEATURES: POWER REQUIREMENTS:

FUSE TYPE:

100-120V Version: 2A quick-acting, 125 V minimum 230-240V Version: F1A, 250 V Fender P/N 8 ohm vintage re-issue speaker, designed to match the Special Design speakers of the mid 1960s QUITE LEGENDARY!

SPEAKER COMPLEMENT:

SOUND:
WARNING: NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL ONLY.
A PRODUCT OF: FENDER MUSICAL INSTRUMENTS CORP., CORONA, CA 91720

REISSUE

65 DELUXE REVERB SERVICE MANUAL

CONTENTS:

Notices Parts lists: PCB assembly Chassis assembly Cabinet assembly Footswitch assembly Miscellaneous Schematics/diagrams
Fender Musical Instruments Corp. 7975 North Hayden Road Scottsdale, AZ 85258

Reissue 65 Deluxe Reverb

(This is the model name for warranty claims)

SERVICE MANUAL

TYPE: PR 239 DECEMBER 1993 REV A

IMPORTANT NOTICE:

The information contained herein is CONFIDENTIAL and PROPRIETARY to Fender Musical Instruments Corp. It is disclosed solely for use by qualified technicians for purposes of equipment maintenance and service. It is not to be disclosed to others without the expressed permission of Fender Musical Instruments Co. All specifications subject to change without notice. For warranty repair service, only Fender specified part numbers are to be used. It is recommended they also be used for post-warranty maintenance and repair. Parts marked with an asterisk (*) indicate the required use of that specific part. This is necessary for RELIABILITY and SAFETY requirements. DO NOT USE A SUBSTITUTE! A coded naming convention is used in the description of certain parts. The codes and what they mean are as follows: CAPACITOR CODES CAP AE CAP CA CAP CD CAP MPF CAP MY CAP PFF = = = = = = Aluminum Electrolytic Ceramic Axial Ceramic Disk Metalized Polyester Film Mylar Polyester Film/Foil HARDWARE CODES BLX CR HWH M NI OHP PB PHP PHPS SMA SMB SS TF ZI = = = = = = = = = = = = = = Black Oxide Chrome Plated Hex Washer Head Machine Screw Nickel Plated Oval Head Phillips Particle Board Pan Head Phillips Pan Head Phillips Sems Sheet Metal "A" Point Sheet Metal "B" Point Stainless Steel Thread Forming Zinc Plated
RESISTOR CODES RES CC RES CF RES FP RES MF RES WW = = = = = Carbon Comp Carbon Film Flame Proof Metal Film Wire Wound
Reissue 65 Deluxe Reverb PARTS LIST
PRINTED CIRCUIT BOARD ASSEMBLY PART # DESCRIPTION REFERENCE DESIGNATION
027749* PCB ASSY 65 DELUXE REVERB 120V CABLE RIBBON 6 CKT 2-1/4 CAP AE AX 4.7uF 50V 20% CAP AE AX 22uF 25V 20% CAP AE AX 22uF 500V 20% CAP AE AX 47uF 500V 20% CAP AE RDL 22uF 63V 20% CAP AE RDL 100uF 100V 20% CAP AE RDL 220uF 100V 20% CAP CD 10PF 1000V 10% CAP CD 47PF 1000V 10% CAP CD 250PF 1000V 10% CAP CD 500PF 1000V 10% CAP MPF RDL.01uF 400V 10% CAP MPF RDL.022uF 400V 10% CAP MPF RDL.047uF 400V 10% CPA MPF RDL.1uF 250V 10% CAP MPF RDL.1uF 400V 10% CAP MPF RDL.1uF 630V 10% CAP PFF.0033uF 400V 10% CAP PFF.001uF 400V 10% CONTROL SNAPIN 1 MEG 30A J TAPER CONTROL SNAPIN 250K 30A J TAPER CONTROL SNAPIN 250K 10A AUDIO CONTROL SNAPIN 100K B CONTROL SNAPIN 3 MEG 10C AUDIO CONTROL SNAPIN 50K 30C REV AUDIO DIODE 1N4003 200PRV 1 AMP FSTN TAB MALE PCB MT.187X.032 HDR.1CTR 6 CKT SQ PIN JACK PCB MONO CLOSED CKT JACK PHONO DUAL PC MTG JUMPER WIRE 22GA.5X.175 OPTOISOLATOR ASSY 65 TWIN PCB FAB 65 DELUXE REVERB PIN MALE PCB.093 RES CF 1/4W 5% 47 RES CF 1/4W 5% 470 RES CF 1/4W 5% 820 RES CF 1/4W 5% 1.5K RES CF 1/4W 5% 2.7K RES CF 1/4W 5% 6.8K RES CF 1/4W 5% 10K RES CF 1/4W 5% 68K RES CF 1/4W 5% 100K RES CF 1/4W 5% 220K RES CF 1/4W 5% 390K RES CF 1/4W 5% 470K RES CF 1/4W 5% 1M RES CF 1/4W 5% 2.2M RES CF 1/4W 5% 10M RES CF 1/2W 5% 100 RES CF 1/2W 5% 10K RES CF 1/2W 5% 22K RES CF 1/2W 5% 100K RES CF 1/2W 5% 220K RES CF 1W 5% 82K RES CF 1W 5% 470K RES FILM 1W 5% 2.2K RES FILM 1W 5% 100K RES MF FUSE 1/4W 5% 22 (STUFFED) P21,22,23 C19 C1,6,11,15,16,23,24 C33,34,35 C32 C29 C36 C31 C13 C10 C2,7 C14 C20,21 C12,22 C4,5,9 C26 C3,8,18 C27,28 C17 C25 R10,22 R7,19 R8,20 R31 R42 R48 CR1 CP1-23 PX1A,22A,23A J1-4 J5 W1-7 OP1 (RAW BOARD) SP1,2 R53 R51 R24,30,64 R5,17,60,61 R44 R9,21 R36 R1,2,13,14 R6,18,41 R12,28,33,35,56,57 R37 R32 R3,15,26,39,40,49,52 R38 R45 R70,71 R59 R50 R4,11,16,23,29,34,46,4 R43 R54 R66 R27 R55 R69

PRINTED CIRCUIT BOARD ASSEMBLY (CONT) PART # DESCRIPTION REFERENCE DESIGNATION
036468* 036470* 025803* RES MOX FP 1W 5% 470 RES MOX FP 1W 5% 10K THERMISTOR 10 OHM 5 AMP C60-11 R62,63 R67,68 TH1

CHASSIS ASSEMBLY QTY

PART # DESCRIPTION
CHS ASSY 65 DLX REVERB 120V BUSHING SNAP 5-16X17-32 BLK BUSHING SR.625X.062X37/64 B;L BUSHING SR.625X.125X37/64 WHT CABLE ASSY PWR W/.250 TAB 120V CABLE ASSY PWR W/.250 TAB 220/240V CABLE ASSY PWR W/.250 TAB AUST CHOKE FILTER CHS 65 DELUXE REVERB COLLAR-PILOT LIGHT COVER CAPACITOR VIBROVERB FUSE QA 1-1/4X1/4 250V 2 AMP FUSE QA 20mmX5mm 250V 1 AMP FUSEHOLDER 3AG FINGER GRIP FUSEHOLDER 5mm FINGER GRIP HOLDER DIAL LITE ASSEMBLY PILOT JACK PHONE TIP SHUNT 12A JACK PHONE OPEN CIRCUIT 11 JACK PHONE STEREO 12B JEWEL #20 PILOT LITE KNOB BLACK W/ WHITE STAMP 14000 NUT HEX 3/8-32X3/32 TK NI NUT HOLDER PILOT LIGHT 1/16-27 NUT KEPS #8-32 ZINC PANEL FRONT 65 DLX REVERB PANEL REAR 65 DLX REVERB 120V PANEL REAR 65 DXL REV EXPORT PILOT LIGHT #T47 PLUG BUTTON.437 BLK POT 10KB 20% SCR ADJ SCRW HI-LO 6X3/8 PHP ZI SCRW TF 6-32X1/4 PHP ZI SCRW TF 6-32X5/8 PHP ZI TAPTYT SHIELD TUBE SOCKET TUBE 8 PIN SOCKET TUBE 9 PIN STAND OFF PCB PUSH ON NYL 3/8L (SWITCH TOGGLE DPST W/NUTS SWITCH TOGGLE SPDT W/NUTS SWITCH TOGGLE SPST W/NUTS TUBE RING UNIVERSAL (277H-2) TUBE 12AT7 TUBE 5AR4 FULL WAVE RECTIFIER TUBE 6V6GTA STR391A TUBE VACUUM 7025/12AX7 WSHR LCK INTL 3/8X.681X.032ZI XFMR PWR DELUXE REVERB 120V XFMR PWR EXPORT XRMR OUTPUT 65 DELUXE REVERB XFMR REVERB VIBROVERB

REFERENCE DESIGNATION

(COMPLETE CHASSIS) (@TRANSFORMER WIRES) (@POWER CABLE 100/120V) (@POWER CABLE 220/230/240V) (POWER CABLE 100/120V) (220/230/240V EXPORT) (240V AUSTRALIA ONLY) L1 (RAW CHASSIS) F1 (100/120V ONLY) F1 (220/230/240V ONLY) XF1 XF1 (SOCKET ASSY W/OUT COLLAR) (INTERNAL SPEAKER JACK) (EXTERNAL SPEAKER JACK) J6 (FOOTSWITCH JACK) (RED INDICATION) (@ JACKS) (POWER XFMOUNT)
(BULB) (@CAPACITOR COVER) R58 (BIAS ADJUST) (@ REVERB RCA JACKS) (@ TUBE SKT/XFMRS/CAP COV) (PCB MOUNTING) (@ PREAMP TUBES) (OUTPUT/RECTIFIER TUBES) (PREAMP TUBES) (PCB MOUNTING) S1 (POWER SWITCH) S2 (GROUND SWITCH 120V ONLY) S3 (STANDBY SWITCH) V3,6 V9 V7,8 V1,2,4,5 (@ JACKS/BIAS/ADJ) T3 (120V DOMESTIC) T3 (100/230V EXPORT) T2 T1

CABINET ASSEMBLY QTY

CAB ASSY 65 DELUXE REVERB BACK ASSY LOWER 65 DLX REV BACK ASSY UPPER 65 DLX REV BAG REVERB CABLE ASSY REVERB 1100MM CABLE ASSY SPKR RT ANG 13-1/2 CLAMP CABLE NYL SCRW MNT 5/16 GRILLE ASSY 65 DLX REV HANDLE CAP CABINET NICKEL HANDLE STRAP BLACK RIBBED INSERT HANDLE NAMEPLATE FENDER 65 TWIN (LOGO) NUT KEPS #8-32 ZINC NUT T #10-32X3/4 STR 3 PRNG BLX REVERB ASSY W/ BAG REVERB UNIT 4 SPRING 4AB3C1B SCRW SMA #2X3/8 PHP BLX SCRW SMA #6X1 OHP NI SCRW SMA #8X1-1/2 OHP BLX SCRW M #10-32X1-1/8 OHP NI SCRW PB #8X3/4 PHP ZI SPEAKER OHM 50 WATTS STRAP CHASSIS 4 NICKEL WSHR CSNK #6 NI WSHR FLAT #8X7/16 NI WSHR FNSH #8-5/5 F;MGD B;X WX

(COMPLETE CABINET) (BAG ONLY) (FROM PAN TO CHASSIS) (SPEAKER WIRES) (COMPLETE GRILLE) (WITHOUT INSERT) (SPRING STEEL) (SPEAKER MOUNT) (HANDLE MOUNT) (W/PAN, CABLE, BAG) (PAN ONLY) (LOGO MOUNT) (BACKBOARD MOUNT) (GRILLE MOUNT) (HANDLE MOUNT) (CHASSIS/REV BAG MOUNT) (BACKBOARD MOUNT) (REVERB BAG MOUNT (GRILLE MOUNT)

013172 024042

FOOTSWITCH ASSEMBLY REFERENCE DESIGNATION
(COMPLETE FOOTSWITCH) (STRAIN RELIEF) (BOTTOM COVER)
FTSW ASSY VIBRO 65 TWIN BUSHING SR.500X.100X7/16 BLK COVER CUP DUAL FTSW ASSY DECAL FOOTSWITCH VIBRATO + REV PLUG PHONE 3 CONDUCTOR 238 RT ANGLE SWITCH SPST PUSH BUTTON

MISCELLANEOUS QTY

MANUAL OWNERS 65 DLX REVERB SCHEM REDUCED 65 DLX REVERB