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Sound City, the precursor to Hiwatt, produced customized L100 amplifiers later that year for Pete Townshend. Je vais donc de suite réparer cette injustice . Guitar is Fender Stratocaster fitted with rosewood Telecaster neck. See the latest items on the homepage. This is a Schecter guitar owned and played by Pete Townshend onstage during the 1979 to 1982 period. Displayed at the Rock & roll Hall of Fame from April of 1998 to January of 2007. “In practical terms,” begins Pete, “I look for strength first, and a solid line from tailpiece to headstock — and that all components in that pathway be of high quality and super strength. I still think it’s hard to beat Fender amps; they’re astonishing. . document.write('Photos: Chris Morphet'); Though someone would’ve likely “invented” it sooner or later, John Entwistle and Pete Townshend are responsible for the development of the de rigueur rock guitar amplifier setup known as the “stack” and the 100-watt amplifier. Photos courtesy Alarm and Gene Loves Jezebel Guitarist James Stevenson. It’s missing the back panel, and in the last rehearsal space move I lost the old-style “kettle lead” for the mains power. Click to view larger version. This was in 1998, before eBay, etc. 10 March 1968, Peoria Opera House, Illinois, with two Sound City amps and miscellaneous (Sound City?, Marshall?) March 1968, unknown venue, with two Sound City amps and miscellaneous (Sound City?, Marshall?) Most 6V6s would last a few hours at the most, due to too much voltage, but the JJs are reportedly good to 500V on the plates. I use Gretsches, Gibsons and sometimes Fenders, for their strength. We did a show with Jimi later at the Saville Theatre where he had Marshall and Sound City stacks together. In fact, according to Whotabs, they were identical: In 1966, bassist John Entwistle was looking for a set of roundwound strings "which vibrated properly". 14 Feb. 1970, Leeds University, stage setup of Pete’s rig, one customised Hiwatt DR103 and two CP103 amps with four Hiwatt 4×12 cabs. Dit interview komt uit de radio uitzending in 2008 The amplifier was purchased as is from “Birds’ Music” in Sussex, in 1977, and did not have a serial number plate. That way we get a nice even sound. document.write('Photo: Barrie Wentzell'); His control over the wall of sound he creates is phenomenal, as is his command of dynamics – whether he’s playing a solo or arpeggiating in quick succession. Some with Hiwatt-style chicken-head knobs; others with flat, round knobs. 1981, three Hiwatt CP103 amps in custom rack, topped with Roland Dimension D SDD-320. [ed note: This refers to Pete’s statement of using dummies for the bottom cabinets. The company changes hands. personne a essayé une tête hiwatt à lampes et la nouvelle série ? Modèle : Hiwatt SE4129 Année : 1974 Prix : VENDU. And I use Roto-Sound heavy-gauge wirewound strings; they’re only available in England. document.write('Photo: Martin Bong, from “The Who In Sweden,” by Olle Lundin.'); , 29 Sept. 1969, Amsterdam, Concertgebouw, rear view of amplifier setup, with spares in wait. 1967, in the studio, with Sound City L100 head, topped by a Grampian Reverb unit. Sold on auction at Christie’s of London, May 1995. Also during this time, some custom amplifiers were produced by Hiwatt for their most famous clients, including Pete Townshend's CP103 (a recreation of the early Sound City-era Hiwatt design) and David Gilmour's linked-input models. The guitar model Pete Townshend used (and abused) exclusively on stage from mid-late 1968 until 1971, and the guitar with which he’s most famously associated.This guitar model was used for the famous late ’60s/early ’70s live recordings, including Woodstock, Live at Leeds and Isle of Wight, as well as the recordings of Tommy and The Seeker. I use a vertical stack but the bottom ones are dead, they’re dummies. Spring 1969, recording sessions for Tommy, with unbadged customised Sound City L100 amplifier head, with Hiwatt-style chicken head knobs and control panel inscription taped over. Whereabouts unknown. I used to work in Southend next to the old Dan Reeves location. , 14 Feb. 1970, Leeds University, stage setup of Pete’s rig, one customised Hiwatt DR103 and two CP103 amps with four Hiwatt 4×12 cabs. big dooley, Jun 7, 2010. Ca. RAG7890. This is not just hype however, as the Super Fuzz represents something very different from the standard Fuzz Faces and Tone Benders of the time. Guitar is Fender Stratocaster. For more, see Terms of Use. It was The Who’s John Entwistle who first traded in his Marshall stacks in favour of Sound City at the beginning of 1967. U.S.$4,800) via auction by Cooper Owen on 25 September 2003. Pete and John would continue to use the Sunn gear in North America until 15 July 1968, when they abandoned their gear at Canadian customs in Toronto after Pete and Roger had their passports stolen in Cleveland the night before, and were unable (or unwilling) to satisfy a $20,000 customs bond. It was the ’80s and big amps were not popular. Super Beatles, four altogether. Customised by Dave Reeves, Hylight Electronics. For more, see whocollection.com. Probably, but it did get me a new guitar and complete amp/speaker setup! But WHO CARES. I never, ever used a stack with one amplifier until I got into Hiwatts, and I didn’t use Marshalls very long. document.write('Photo: Barrie Wentzell'); Rock; CD Album; Occasion dès 35 € Vendez le vôtre. Photos of a Hiwatt DR103 (type SAP, serial no. I never, ever used a stack with one amplifier until I got into Hiwatts, and I didn’t use Marshalls very long. Associated images are included for reference only and are the property of the original owner. Either way, Pete began an association with an amp builder named Dave Reeves who was then working at Sound City Amps. Introduction. It seems that the amp has been used with another (HM-hard rock) band, as it is tagged on one side? “The Who” faceplate, centered with tighter text layout, with “The Who” centered over Master Volume control. The cabinets are split, so the treble comes out on top of the amp. 892) and Hiwatt SE4123 stack owned by Brad Rodgers, on display at Rock and Roll Museum, Cleveland, Ohio, 1998–2007. Label: Hiwatt - GS6575-ABCDE • Format: 5x, CD Compilation, Unofficial Release • Country: Japan • Genre: Rock • Style: Mod, Pop Rock, Classic Rock Pete Townshend - The Genuine Scoop (2003, CD) | Discogs , Click to view larger version. 1969. A 50-watt version of the amp designed to the same specifications as the amp used extensively by Pete Townshend of The Who. Wow. They were just beginning to get trendy in the U.S., and were selling for about $500–600, so this was double the going rate, and a lot of money for me at the time. I like a slightly broken guitar sound. Click images to view larger versions Courtesy Tony Caprara. By the end of the set, the amps are full on.”. 14 Feb. 1970, Leeds University, stage setup of Pete’s rig, one customised Hiwatt DR103 and two CP103 amps with four Hiwatt 4×12 cabs. He began using the Hiwatts model after using modified Sound City L100 SC105 amplifiers with Hiwatt badges, which he used beginning late 1968. It was clearly what he said it was, and sounded fabulous. I swapped it for a Peavey 20-watt practise amp! Pete Townshend a été aussi le premier à placer des boucles sonores de ... À la suite d’une exposition intensive à une musique assourdissante en concert avec une cathédrale d’amplis Hiwatt et en studio (en utilisant des casques audio pendant des heures), Townshend souffre de surdité partielle et d’acouphène. // ]]> -->. But oddly enough, from mid 1967 to late 1968, Pete used Sound City L100 100watt amplifiers posing as Hiwatts. Courtesy Cooper Owen and Hiwatt Story Photos of what appears to be a Hiwatt CP103 (unknown serial no. Hiwatt fut fondé en 1966 par l'ingénieur anglais Dave Reeves. This is much later, but all I know is once I found the Hiwatt amplifier I stuck with it. Townsend: I use a Granpiene [sic] reverb unit for distortion; it gives a kind of clear fuzz dirge. Photographs from 1980–81 corroborate miking of only the top cabinets; however, this is speculation only. Courtesy Bob Elliott. Hiwatt CP103 amp (serial no. Description : Aux côtés des Marshall, Matamp, Orange et Vox, Hiwatt est une légende des amplis british. 1975, Pete’s rig, with two CP103 amps in rack unit, four Hiwatt SE4123 4×12 cabinets, topped by Acoustic 270 preamp unit. Click a thumbnail image to view larger version. Il est la destruction traduite en musique, l’angoisse adolescente transformée en riffs inoubliables, et la brutalité du rock sous sa forme la plus pure. This collector used the new Hiwatt UK to sell it on consignment and I bought it earlier this year (2010). Customised by Dave Reeves of Hylight Electronics. February–March 1969, recording sessions for Tommy, with unbadged customised Sound City L100 amplifier head, with Hiwatt-style chicken head knobs. The black and silver herringbone-pattern grille cloth seen on 4×12 cabinets are either Sound City or early Hiwatt SE4122s, identical to Sound City’s 200w 4×12 cabinets. // ]]> -->, 9 March 1968, Grande Ballroom, Detroit, with two Sound City amps and miscellaneous (Sound City?, Marshall?) While working his day job, young Reeves also started working evenings in a small room over Potter's Music on Crown Passage in Morden from 1964-1968. Click image to view larger version. He attended technical school in the late 50s, and did apprenticeships at Marconi Electronics and Mullard. Guitar is 1968 Gibson SG Special. Was over $3000 new. He used the CP103 on stage from early 1970 through the end of the Who’s primary touring career in 1982. Thanks to the following for assistance with this page: This information, along with all other content included in Whotabs, is intended for private study, scholarship or research. [ed note: This refers to Pete’s statement of using dummies for the bottom cabinets. 1982, with two CP103 amps topped by Roland SDE-2000 DDL digital delay. Prior to using the famed Hiwatt amplifiers, Pete Townshend used customised Sound City L100 100-watt amplifiers, starting in May 1967 and continuing to late 1968 (John Entwistle began with Sound City amps in early 1967). All that should change is the amount of sustain, in my opinion. … And then I met this guy who was making amplifiers at the time for a company called Sound City. Starting in 1973, Pete used amplifiers similar to the CP103 — the Hiwatt DR103W. It was where he came up with the Hiwatt name and decided to start his own company. townshend was known to run everything dimed and control the volume with his guitar only... no wonder he's deaf these day's. I use two amps: full treble and full base. Go to Litgo's Hiwatt page for more info on Pete's Hiwatts. Guitar is Fender Stratocaster. Click images to view larger versions Photos courtesy Mark Huss’ Hiwatt Legacy: hiwatt.org. Ca. And when he hits that A chord, he does it like nobody else can. With the Sound City amplifiers, Pete used various 4×12 speaker cabinets through 1968, incuding Sound City’s 200w 4×12 cabinets, as well as Marshall 4×12 1960A/1960B and/or 1982A/1982B cabinets. On recent tours he’s playing through a Vibro-King with the Vibro-King extension cab, so it’s three 10s and two 12s. document.write('Photo: Tom Wright.'); I rarely get any trouble on stage. [CDATA[ Displayed at the Rock & roll Hall of Fame from April of 1998 to January of 2007. The treble is usually turned up considerably; the bass just a bit. Pete and John began using these in August 1969. document.write('Photo: Barrie Wentzell'); Guitars are Fender Jazzmaster (sunburst) and Fender Stratocaster (white). This amplifier appears to be similar or identical to the “prototype” pre-CP103 four-channel customised Hiwatt DR103 amplifiers that Pete and John used from mid-1969 to early 1970. This is a Schecter guitar owned and played by Pete Townshend onstage during the 1979 to 1982 period. 2,882. Hiwatt is rooted in the British Sound that emerged in the mid 1960s. For 1969, the rebadged Sound City cabs gave way to Hiwatt 4122 or 4123 4×12 cabinets. Last time I fired it up, it was still exactly what a Hiwatt should be — crushingly loud, uncolored amplification. In addition, a co-band member knew Pete Townshend and wrote to him with a photo. Click to view larger version. Pete and Kevin were gear-hunting for the right rig for the show. (dcsbulldog.tripod.com). Effect pedal is Dallas Arbiter Fuzz Face. Click to view larger image. Anyway, Yes the Reeves could be a good choice. (For other modifications/variations to his rig during these periods, see the main equipment timeline. Used 1973, 1974, 1975, 1977, 1978, 1982, 1985, 1999 (onstage as backup 2000–2002). Around the time of Who's Next , he used a tweed Fender Bandmaster amp (also given to him by Joe Walsh in 1970 [94] ), which he also used for Quadrophenia and The Who by Numbers . Click to view larger version. 2 Aug. 1968, at the Singer Bowl, New York, with two customised Sound City L100 amplifiers, with four Sound City 200w 4×12s with herringbone grillecloth. , 7 May 1967, Kristianstad, Sweden, Pete’s earliest known use of a Sound City L100 amplifier (bottom, with Sound City badge), along with a Marshall 1959 Super Lead, topped by a Grampian Reverb unit. The Who mention Hiwatt amplifiers in the song "Long Live Rock". The Definitive Online Tablature and Gear Resource for The Who since 1997. When I bought the amp it had been covered in non-original vinyl covering. Click to view larger version. Full Details. From left to right, the controls: Early versions had various block script Sound City nameplate badges, but beginning in late 1968, the badges were removed so that some were unbadged and some featured Hiwatt nameplate badges. . Information I've been able to gather indicates that this is closely coupled with the previous P.T. One great example of why that is so is Pete Townshend. [CDATA[ The volume settings at the beginning of the show are 2/3rds up on the master control and full up on the channel module. . If you have additional information, please contact Whotabs. Effect pedal is Dallas Arbiter Fuzz Face. The newer Hiwatt UK sold the head to another collector who had it for a few years. I think all of Pete's Sound City's were slightly modified, and are very similar to the eventual Hiwatt. (dcsbulldog.tripod.com) . IIRC, Hiwatt began as Sound City modified to Pete's specs. // ]]> -->, Ca. document.write('Photo: Mark Mander'); January 1973, examples of stencil markings applied directly to amp and cabinet tolex. While most of the dirt on the Live at Leeds guitar tone comes from cranking the living daylights out of the Hiwatts, there are some points where Pete Townsend will kick on a Univox Super Fuzz, an old germanium diode-equipped fuzz pedal that has achieved near mythic status in the last couple of years, garnering very high prices on the used market. Guitar is Gibson SG EDS-1275 double-neck. Discover what's missing in your discography and shop for Hiwatt releases. Second batch of CP103 model; at least one made. Above and right, top amp (chrome faceplate) is customised Sound City with Hiwatt nameplate; Bottom two amps (black faceplate) are customised Hiwatt Custom DR103 amplifiers, customised to the CP103 specification, though no “The Who” faceplate. (307kb) Hiwatt CP103 serial no. Go to Litgo's Hiwatt page for more info on Pete's Hiwatts. Click to view larger version. 21 Aug. 1972, KB-Hallen, Denmark, typical stage setup of Pete’s rig. Ca. And when I heard Hiwatt I was over the moon, because they sounded to me much more like a really good, top-line mid-’60s Fender amp. Built or customised by Dave Reeves of Hylight Electronics. 14 Feb. 1970, Leeds University, stage setup of Pete’s rig, one customised Hiwatt DR103 and two CP103 amps with four Hiwatt 4×12 cabs. The May 8 Royal Albert Hall picture in particular looks like a Hiwatt advert! He began using the Hiwatts model after using modified Sound City L100 SC105 amplifiers with Hiwatt badges, which he used beginning late 1968. 1967, two customised Sound City L100 amplifiers, each with different blockscript Sound City nameplate badge; topped by a Grampian Reverb unit. Messages 1,201. Ca. Shrine Auditorium in Los Angeles on 28 June, The Dome, Virginia Beach, Virginia, 20 July 1968, vintageamps.com/plexiboard/viewforum.php?f=9, Pete Townshend Gear History – Full timeline, 1956 Gibson Les Paul Custom “Black Beauty”. Rotosound strings. 1974, two DR103W amplifiers and one CP103, bottom. Associated images are included for reference only and are the property of the original owner. . Apr 13, 2012 - This Pin was discovered by jojo lapin. Sold. He found it on a gear site and didn’t have the money for it. 853, owned by Steve, USA: My good friend and band mate at the time forwarded me the listing for this amp. Despite the apparent randomness, Pete Townshend is actually quite selective and specific about his guitars. Les meilleures offres pour The Who Pete Townshend “ Pop Goes Art” 2CD Rare Japan Hiwatt Import W/20 Pg sont sur eBay Comparez les prix et les spécificités des produits neufs et d'occasion Pleins d'articles en livraison gratuite! ), likely from 1971, with “The Who” customisation, courtesy Robert Scholz. It sounds fantastic with a 1969 SG Special plugged in and the volume cranked. I always have the guitar flat out; otherwise you lose top. Guitar is Les Paul Deluxe. Hiwatt DR103 with CP103-style four-channel customisation Courtesy Alarm and Gene Loves Jezebel Guitarist James Stevenson. // ]]> -->. Pete’s first use of Sound City in the U.S. was the first North American tour, February–April 1968, including the Grande Ballroom, Detroit, 9 March, the Opera House, Peoria, Illinois, 10 March, and the Fillmore East, New York, 4 April. Pete Townshend’s use of modified Sound City amplifiers in 1967 and 1968, and his use of Sound City amplifiers badged as Hiwatt, from late 1968 through 1969, when he began using customised Hiwatt amplifiers. 715), likely from 1969, with the pre-CP103-style customisation, courtesy James Stevenson, guitarist of the Alarm and Gene Loves Jezebel.

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