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Fender '57 Custom Champ 1x8" 5-watt Tube Combo Guitar Amp

Available at Acoustic Centre Melbourne

The Fender '57 Custom Champ tube amplifier is a faithful reissue of an all-time favorite, delivering the authentic sound, aesthetics, and vibe of a classic era. This 5-watt tube amp pumps out its warm, tube-powered tones through an 8" Weber Special Design speaker equipped with an alnico magnet, providing that coveted vintage sound. With handwired circuitry, you have complete control over your guitar's volume and tone, allowing you to explore a range of dynamic and responsive tones. Plus, the solid pine cabinet, lacquered tweed covering, and leather strap handle make the '57 Custom Champ a visual standout as well.

The Fender '57 Custom Champ tube combo amplifier offers the best of both worlds: classic vintage tone and iconic aesthetics. It's an excellent choice for guitarists seeking the timeless sound and look of a legendary era.

Key Features:

  • Reissue of a Legendary Combo: The 1950s Fender Champ tube amps have achieved legendary status due to their remarkable recording and overdriven sound capabilities. This '57 Custom Champ carries on that tradition with its warm low end and clear top-end, delivering fat, thick overdrive reminiscent of vintage tones.

  • Authentic Fender Tweed Tone: At lower volumes, the '57 Custom Champ produces clean, clear tones. However, when you turn up the volume beyond noon, you unlock iconic sustain and a unique tone that sets this amp apart. Its handwired construction ensures that it responds to your playing style and guitar's nuances with ease.

  • Vintage Aesthetics: The amp's 1950s-inspired appearance is a big part of its charm. It features lacquered tweed covering in striking golden hues, making it a stylish addition to any stage, studio, or home setup. The oxblood grille cloth and genuine leather handle complete the vintage look.

  • Type: Tube, Handwired

  • Number of Channels: 1

  • Total Power: 5W Class A

  • Speaker Size: 8" 4 ohm Weber Special Design Alnico speaker

  • Preamp Tubes: 1 x 12AY7

  • Power Tubes: 1 x 6V6 Power tube, 1 x 5Y3GT Rectifier

  • Inputs: 2 x 1/4" (high, low instrument)

  • Bias Type: Cathode Biased

  • Height: 12.5"

  • Width: 13.5"

  • Depth: 7.6"

  • Weight: 15 lbs.

  • Manufacturer Part Number: 8160500100


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  • Returns, exchanges, repairs, or credits are available for faulty or misdescribed items

  • Return requests should be made within 7 days of delivery

  • Freight charges aren’t refundable

  • Non-faulty returns may incur return shipping and a small restocking fee

  • Opened consumables (including strings and picks) can’t be returned

Returns are assessed case-by-case so we can ensure the fairest outcome for everyone.