Hiwatt Amps, New and Vintage
Hiwatt is a British tube amp brand founded in 1968. New and vintage amps are sold.
Updated . Edited by: Ilyass Ben Hakim.
Where to buy
- Hiwatt shop (Britampco)Official site · britampco.co.uk
- Search ReverbLive search · reverb.com
- Search eBayLive search · ebay.com
- Search AmazonLive search · amazon.com
- Google ShoppingLive search · google.com
New Hiwatt amps come from Britampco, the brand owner, and dealers. Vintage Reeves era amps sell through Reverb, eBay and vintage guitar shops.
Professional insight
Amp techs value Hiwatts by era. Reeves originals, later licensed models and new Custom Shop amps differ.
- Neat, square point to point wiring marks originals.
- Check transformers are original and match the era.
- Replaced filter caps are normal, not a red flag.
- Confirm the mains voltage suits your country.
Check the label
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Popular models
| Model | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| DR103 Custom 100 | 100 W head | Classic Reeves circuit, 4 x EL34 |
| DR504 Custom 50 | 50 W head | Smaller sibling of the DR103 |
| DR103 Combo SA212 | 100 W 2 x 12 combo | Limited edition handwired combo |
| Stage Series | Guitar and bass amps | Current non handwired British range |
Hiwatt amps at a glance
- Founded
- 1968, by Dave Reeves
- Flagship
- DR103 Custom 100
- Power valves
- EL34 in Custom series heads
Questions for the seller
- Which year and era is this amp from?
- What parts have been replaced, and when?
- Has a tech checked it recently, with a receipt?
- Does it come with a matching cabinet or footswitch?
- Will the valves be removed and packed separately?
Common questions
- Who makes Hiwatt amps today?
- Britampco in England owns the brand and sells new models.
- Are new Hiwatts handwired?
- Custom Shop models are handwired. Other lines use circuit boards.
- Can I use a UK amp in the US?
- Only if set or converted for 120 V. Ask a tech.
- Is hiwatt.org the official site?
- No. It is a fan run history site.