Much copied classic amplifier
Originally designed as a Bass guitar amplifier (back in the days when a 10W guitar amp would do the job) to go with the new Fender Precision Bass guitar the Fender Bassman was the answer to many Pro musicians prayers.
During the '60s and '70s the amp started to become popular with Rock, Blues and Country guitarists. Don't be fooled though this guitar amp is still very popular with many young bands looking for a warm, vintage rock sound. It should also be pointed out that the original Marshall amplifiers used the circuitry in this amplifier (although with considerably different results!)
There is one reason why this amp is so popular. Simplicity, during the early 90's a swarm of professional and amature guitarists alike began to tire of enormous racks of effects, pre-amps and power amps and wanted simple bang-for-buck. A demand for vintage style sounds and straight-forward use grew. Fender decided that the time was right to re-introduce a classic
With it's sensible power rating (45w), wide stage coverage and unbelievable touch sensitivity the reissue Bassman was an instant hit.
The Fender Bassman '59 LTD is enhanced with:
- Genuine lacquered Tweed covering.
- 45 watts into 2 ohms
- 4-10" Jensen® P-10R, 8 ohm Speakers with AlNiCo Magnets
- Finger-joined pine cabinet for woody, resonant tone.
- Original spec 5AR4 rectifier tube for natural compression when playing hard.
- Internal bias pot makes it easier to experiment with various output tubes.
- Two GT-6L6 Groove Tube™ output tubes
- Three improved 12AX7 preamp tubes.
- Fitted cover.
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