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I'm moving to a new place and trying to free up some space and funds. Sadly, I've got to let go of this wonderful '72 Hiwatt DR-103 that I've had for a few years. It's probably the most articulate amp I've ever played through. It isn't as loud as you'd expect, but the girth of sounds it pushes are i...

Greetings to a fellow '72 DR103 brother! My serial # is 2812. I'll also be getting caps replaced some time soon.

Good evening, Dad! Thanks for the word of caution--I wouldn't dream of poking around in any amp with my sad, limited knowledge and experience in electronics. I was planning on ordering the few parts meeded and having my trusty amp tech do the work. Glad to have such caring, wise and experienced amp ...

Thanks, Dr. Hiwatt! Off to spend some more $

Ah, looking at the photos I see what you mean. That Mains fuse is definitely a replacement. It's fun learning this new stuff. I'm trying to learn schematics and layouts just to know what the heck you guys are talking about. I'm more of a player--not that much of a tinkerer. But I shall learn! I kind...

She's a beauty, Congrats! Thanks, Doc! Very nice amp! Thanks for posting pics and welcome to the Vintage Hiwatt Forum! I see the mains fuse holder has also been replaced. That's not uncommon in an amp that's had to work for a living. Dave Wow, thanks Dave! I'm curious, how could you tell? You guys ...

Hello guys! I'm new to the forum but I'm glad that my first post is to share a recent addition to my humble little collection of amps. I found a '72 DR103 that pounded its way into my heart after about 5 minutes of playing a nice vintage Gibson SG Jr through it--one of those rare instances where I r...