The Fender '68 Custom Pro Reverb 1x12 - Pewter is a modern reimagining of a true vintage icon, masterfully redesigned for the working guitarist who craves classic tone with modern versatility and portability. Drawing on the beloved sonic character of the original late-‘60s Silverface Pro Reverbs, this amp retains the soulful Fender DNA—sparkly cleans, lush reverb, and rich tremolo—while introducing thoughtful enhancements that meet the needs of today’s stage and studio environments.
At its heart, the ‘68 Custom Pro Reverb delivers 40 watts of tube-powered tone through a single 12” Celestion NEO Creamback speaker, providing the warm response and British-voiced punch players love—without the weight. Thanks to its 7-ply 3/4" Meranti plywood cabinet, the amp weighs in at only 35 lbs, making it one of the most gig-friendly combos in the vintage-style Fender lineup. The 8-ohm total impedance allows compatibility with an external cabinet for expanded tone shaping.
This amp runs off a robust tube complement that includes 3 x 12AX7 and 2 x 12AT7 in the preamp, along with 2 x 6L6 power tubes, producing the unmistakable Fender clean tone—chimey, harmonically rich, and touch-sensitive, with loads of headroom. The single channel design keeps things straightforward, and with two inputs (Input 2 padded at -6dB), it’s well-suited for a range of instruments and pickup configurations.
Fender’s custom channel voicing shines here, tailored for pedalboard integration and enhanced midrange presence. The built-in tube-driven Reverb and Tremolo are nothing short of glorious, offering warm, organic modulation and cavernous decay that can go from subtle shimmer to full-on psychedelic wash with ease. These effects are footswitchable via the included 2-button vintage-style footswitch, making it stage-ready right out of the box.
Aesthetically, the amp is a visual knockout. The Pewter textured vinyl covering pairs beautifully with the silver turquoise grille cloth and classic silver front panel, topped off by a blue jewel light for that unmistakable ‘68 vibe. The molded plastic strap handle with nickel-plated caps ensures comfortable transport, and the sturdy cabinet construction guarantees durability show after show.
Measuring just over 22 inches wide and 17 inches tall, with a depth under 10 inches, the '68 Custom Pro Reverb is compact enough for small stages and tight studio spaces, yet loud enough to hold its own in full-band scenarios. Whether you’re chasing clean tones, surf shimmer, gritty blues, or dynamic pedal-based textures, this amp delivers in spades.
With its perfect blend of vintage voice, modern power, and real-world practicality, the Fender '68 Custom Pro Reverb in Pewter is a must-have for tone purists and gigging players alike. It’s a tribute to Fender’s legacy and a powerful tool for the modern era—built to perform, made to inspire
