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Comparing a version II made in mexico hot rod deluxe and an all original 1973 vibrolux reverb - Played with a Strat - No effects. My personal opinion between the two... The Vibrolux has a clear, more organic vintage sound that is more "in your face" and personal with a stiffer/quicker response to your playing (less sag); while the Hot Rod Deluxe has a nice solid ambient clean sound that is more scooped in the midrange and has more sag - It's not as "up close". I love them both for their different tones. If I could choose one without price being an issue, I'd go vintage vibrolux. I do prefer the hot rod DEVILLE over the hot rod deluxe though, because I like the push of two 12's.