Fender 57 Custom Champ

All-tube single-channel combo amplifier from Custom series that is based on one of the most popular Fender models renowned for its flexibility, ease-of-use and knockout tone, and offers the classic sound heard on thousands of recordings. A wide variety of playable tones inhabit this hand-wired performer - from crisp, classic cleans to naturally compressed overdrive that responds remarkably to guitar volume and picking dynamic changes. In the studio, the 5-watt design means you will be able to explore the full range of available tones without overloading sensitive microphones (or ears). The Fender 5F1 circuit used in the combo has become legendary for its heightened dynamic response and sweet sounding tube overdrive when pushed. A 12AY7 preamp tube matched to a classic 6V6 power amp tube and 5Y3GT rectifier tube work together to generate this in-demand overdrive. When the volume is cranked, this little wonder sings with the natural compression and rich even-order harmonics of a power tube working at peak output in Class A topology. The 8" 4-ohm Weber Special Design alnico speaker stays true to the classic sound, compressing to create fat tone at higher levels while more than ably reproducing the raunchy tones found at the top of the amp's volume knob. The hand-wired circuit includes newly sourced yellow coupling capacitors chosen for their authentically vintage Fender tone - sparkly cleans and creamy overdrive with smooth top end and round mids. Of course this combo sounds great; it also retains classic Champ visual appeal - lacquered tweed, chicken-head volume knob, leather handle and 6.3mm inputs for low or high output instruments are all here. A protective cover is included.