100 vs 40 Watt Two Rock Classic Reverb

So I've been wanting to compare the 100w to the 40w version of the Two Rock Classic Reverb Signature, and I often get questions about this! Impossible to fit every possible setting into a video, so I have tried my hardest to cover a few different things here. Let me know if you have any questions!

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Timestamps:

0:00 Intro Demo
1:41 Intro
3:02 How Quite Will They Go?
3:42 DB Meter Test
5:36 Which was better quiet?
6:12 Everything at 12 O'clock
7:52 Main Differences
11:51 100W vs 50w vs 40w vs 20w
16:32 How different were they?
17:28 Which would I buy?
19:59 40w Low Gain Demo
20:43 100w low gain demo
21:19 40w high volume demo
21:50 100w high volume demo
22:31 40w high gain demo
23:15 100w high gain demo
24:11 40w Schofield Setting high gain
24:56 100w schofield setting high gain
26:13 SG 40w medium gain
26:52 SG 100w medium gain
28:09 SG 40w 'high' gain
29:21 SG 100w 'high' gain
30:41 SG 110w a little more gain...

[JamesOnGuitar]

Hey all - this is a question I have been asked so often, when I finally got a chance to compare them I had to do it! Don't forget to Sub and Comment to have a chance at winning a Kingtone The Duellist when I hit 6, 000 subs. Cheers!

[TheDpthawt]

Dude I originally subbed for the gear you cover but every week the playing gets better and now I tune in to hear the stuff you’ve been working out lately! You have become an inspiration to me to push my own playing further. Thank you for continuing to put out consistently better material no matter the gear!

[chrismundayguitar]

Hey James, you did an amazing job of capturing the nuance of the 100w version… and the tone# with the Strat and the sg at the end were stunning! You’ve reinforced my decision to have 100w CRS on order

[tonyz]

You know what I have come to realize with my two rocks- the speaker you put them through makes a world of a difference. Was going to sell my CRS, SSS, and Bloomfield until I put them through a celestian Alnico cream

[ABCDEF-ksop]

Cool demonstration, I noticed the most important thing that determines how loud an amp is, is the quality output transformer. I have a 18 W 6v6 amp that is way louder than my 50 W el34 amp played through the same cabinet. One has a real good transformer that can actually put the tube power through the speaker

[jsack]

Great video James. Wonderful resource for prospective buyers. And great playing! new strat is amazing!

[PeterGuitarSound]

Great video as usual !
I don't have a CRS, but the Studio Signature for gigging, and you've exposed quitte well that CRS + Shanks is a match made in heaven.

[djt]

I remember discussing the 40 vs 50 vs 100w versions with you a year ago trying to make a decision. I took the same discussion to multiple dealers and while there is no right/wrong answer and all versions of the amp are loud, as soon as I mentioned I’ll use an attenuator, they all suggested going for 100w. I’m glad I did because I find the tone and feel of the 100w version sets it apart from the more traditional Fender vibe. I’d use ToneKing, Bartel or just original Fender amps if I wanted more of the same traditional playing experience. So if you want a Fender style but more dynamics and scale then it’s different enough to make it a more unique playing experience. I still think you need a high end attenuator like the Fryette PS100 to find your sweet spot with the 100w CRS while not being deafened. I appreciate it’s not the same experience at lower volumes, but the TR cabs & speakers combined with amp EQ switches are still very good at giving you feel and attitude at low volume (with a Fryette PS100). By comparison I have found the 100w Bloomfield Drive easier to dial in sweet spots while playing at low volume, when you don’t have an attenuator. Great playing James. You’re definitely developing your own voice now. 👍

[gregcartwright]

This is what I love about my 100 CRS in 50w. So enjoy your vids and was sad to see you selling your TR's however this vid has given me hope that you will pursue the 100/50 version. Inspiring playing....

[Spidouz]

I don’t like big amps…. I like smaller amps, in the 20 to 35W range. That’s why I got the Two-Rock Studio Signature head. I couldn’t be any happier…

[harleythespider]

What a great tone around 13:00 love that playing

[hyperben]

I have the 100w and it’s amazing. I use it with a Rivera Rockcrusher. Tried it both with and without the attenuator and it’s miles better sounding with the attenuator and the gain at 10 o’clock and master at 2 o’clock with the Rivera taking out about 8-13lb. Without the attenuator the master needs to be quite low and it sounds stiff and just nowhere near as thick and juicy. Definitely use an attenuator. 6L6 tubes are just the best IMO.

[kulagun]

First off, great videos. Second, I miss the Bloomfield, that thing...Wow! I went back to listen to other videos...Amazing!

[graemero]

Great video James. That gold SG looks like an old friend already.

[thebatigs]

Great video! I have to say though, as much as I love TR, I might enjoy the tones you have been getting from the Bartel more.

[MrFrenchHarp]

That 100w vs the 40 was SO much better. The strat just sounds so much more clear and quacky and the 40 just hides the best sounding parts of the guitar. Man… I don’t need 100 watts of volume but at lower volumes, it just sounds much better than the 40. I wanted a combo for the size… but I will never be able to forget that tone you’ve got on the 100. Damn. I was looking at the Bloomfield, but honestly, I like an amp for a pedal platform for all my pedals on my board and it looks like the headroom on the 100 will just be a better match for me. Guess I’m looking at the 100 even though I listened to this video, hoping to be happy with a 40.

[mikkelclausen]

I have the 40 combo. Its a great amp and headroom for days. Havent tried the 100w, but its sounds a bit fuller.
I gig it sometimes but play it mostly at home, where I can play it even lounder than at any gigs ive have played with it.

[josh_baymee]

Excellent video! Unrelated question, what’s been your favorite amp and pedal(s) to pair with your Broadcaster so far?

[neilgaydon]

Having been down the amp/nos tubes/vintage/modern/features rabbit hole for too many years to count and £££'s. Found a rare hand built Cornell Custom 40 (10w/40w) for less than a mass produced Deluxe Reverb - simple direct circuit, Vol/Treb/Bass (no stuff), gloriously touch sensitivity, best possible components/transformers/point to point/Tone Tubby speaker/meticulous build from amp legend Denis Cornell. Nowhere to hide, you work to find your own sound (ignore it was once designed for Clapton).

[davepark]

100w sounds better for sure, attenuate it if needed and your good.