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HIWATT DR504-C212-F75 DR Custom - All-tube combo, DR504, 50W, 2x12" Fane F75
Like the DR103, the DR504 is characterized by an elegant clean tone that makes effects pedals shine, and it can keep that tone intact even at extremely high volume levels.
Its broader frequency response than other amps of this kind allows it to work with all types of instruments, including basses, keyboards, and even acoustic instruments.
It owes this sound quality to David Reeve’s original and unique, almost hi‑fi design, the military‑grade point‑to‑point wiring modeled on the work of Harry Joice, and a rigorous selection of the finest components. Notably, it features the famous Partridge™ transformer, specifically designed for vintage Hiwatt amps and reissued for current models.
Bridging the two inputs and the DR504’s reduced 50W output let you obtain the DR103’s wide tonal palette by blending the two channels to taste, while also reaching the brand’s signature crunch at “recording” volume. This natural, punchy drive carries a very personal British character thanks to its typical midrange boost, yet in a way very different from other major English brands.
As the speaker is one of the most decisive factors in Hiwatt’s sound throughout the brand’s history, the DR504 combo is fitted with the 75‑watt F75 model specially developed by Fane for Hiwatt amps. Of modern design, it perfectly conveys the amp’s character while meeting today’s expectations. It emphasizes the upper mids, yielding a clear, articulate, biting tone without being harsh on the ear. It also gives the impression of a much more present guitar. When pushed to its limits, it produces a subtle saturation that helps the guitar stand out even more in the mix.
- Faithful reproduction of Dave Reeve’s late‑’60s original circuit.
- Meticulously hand‑wired in England in the style of Harry Joyce, with military‑grade rigor.
- First‑choice pedal platform, prized for the definition of its clean tone and the headroom to avoid coloring effects. Pedals remain true to themselves without requiring an effects loop.
- Versatile and intuitive, it’s perfect for bringing out pickups that lack sparkle or for taming the highs of overly bright pickups.
- Bridge the channels to get more gain and punch, and experience the sound that made Hiwatt famous.
- An ultra‑versatile amp that accommodates many different instruments: basses, keyboards, synths, and other instruments, even acoustics.
- Baffle: Straight
- Effects loop: No
- Category: Guitar combo
- Footswitch connection: No
- Color: Black
- Speaker diameter: 12"
- Dimensions (mm): 680 x 290 x 535
- EQ: 3‑band + Presence
- Cabinet: Open‑back
- Inputs: 4 x 1/4" jack
- Finish: Black Tolex
- Speaker impedance (Ω): 8 Ω
- MIDI interface: No
- Power tubes: 2 x EL34
- Preamp tubes: 4 x 12AX7
- Number of channels: 2
- Footswitch included: No
- Weight: 36.5 kg
- Headphone output: No
- Power (W): 50 W
- Reverb: No
- External speaker output: Yes
- Outputs: Speaker 2 x 1/4" jack
- Technology: Tubes
- Additional specs:
Power: 50W
Channels: Normal, Bright
Inputs: Normal Hi, Normal Low, Bright Hi, Bright Low
Speakers: 2 x Fane Acoustics F75 12"
Power per speaker: 75 watts
Impedance per speaker: 16 Ω
Preamp tubes: 4 x ECC83 (12AX7)
Power tubes: 2 x EL34
Controls:
Normal Volume, Bright Volume
Shared 3‑band EQ for both channels — Bass, Treble, Middle
Presence — shared by both channels
Master Volume
Standby — On/Off
Power — On/Off
Voltage: Selectable on the rear panel — 100V, 115V, 230V, or 240V
Specific References
- MHV DR504-C212-F75