I have had one of these for over three years now. While initially I liked it, it went dead on me. New tubes did not fix it. I determined that it was likely the transformer. I could find no information on what or where to get a replacement. I called Fender and they said that they could not give me that information and that I would have to take it to a Fender service center who would then troubleshoot and order the part. I will still buy used Fender gear, but, I will no longer buy new Fender gear as this is my second issue in a row with a new purchase. The amp fried also just outside of warranty. My impression is that these amps cannot handle being turned up and played loud for extended periods. They sound great, but, in the future I will look elsewhere and go for quality components over brand name.

Good to know ! Got mine today ,brand new and high priced as hell . Anyway , I love this damn thing ..

P.S. they did send candy

I have the same slat board and hangers. Looking at the circuit panel with all the romex cables is interesting.

FWIW, I put a Bendix 5992 and an antique alnico speaker in mine... pure magic.

What ! I remember I took my Fender Deluxe 68 cuz the 2 power tubes failed. I didn’t pay anything. Well that was way before Covid and the whole tube shortage.

I have this amp. The Electro Harmonix 6V6 is a better sounding tube than the stock Groove Tubes labeled JJ to my ears.

I have heard Fender have had a higher rate of repairs on the 68 reissue amp models. Probably most of the one comeing in from China. Better to stick with the mexican made units. Its a shame since I really want to buy one of these, but don't want to be stuck with an expensive lemon!

Sweetwater shouldn't charge customers for repairs on THEIR lemons. That's called A Racket. Warranty should not come into play in this matter; the product failed during normal use a short time after being bought.

Yeah, not impressed with fender quality the last 10 years. Best to stay away.