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Fender Introduces New G-DEC 3 Amps

Fender G-DEC 3 Amps

Fender introduced the next step in the ongoing evolution of its G-DEC (Guitar Digital Entertainment Center) amp series, the G-DEC 3. Available in 30 watt and 15 watt versions, the G-DEC 3 series takes a leap forward in technology and content in that the world’s top artists and session aces created many of its 100 presets and audio performance loops—delivering genre-accurate, non-generic audio.

Further, both amps can be connected to your computer by USB to engage the exclusive Fender FUSE software interface, which lets you customize your G-DEC 3. Fender FUSE is the key to creating, connecting and configuring with your G-DEC 3 by downloading and uploading backing tracks; editing, storing and deep-editing the performance parameters of both amps, and swapping files with other members of the worldwide Fender FUSE community.

Included in the 30-watt G-DEC 3 Thirty and 15-watt G-DEC 3 Fifteen are presets and performance loops by a diverse wealth of rock, blues, metal and country artists including Eric Johnson, Charlie Benante and Frank Bello of Anthrax, Def Leppard’s Phil Collen, Fall Out Boy’s Joe Trohman, Brad Paisley, Dweezil Zappa, Jim “Rev. Horton Heat” Heath, Keith Urban, Hatebreed, Nils Lofgren, Gary Hoey, Crooked X, bassist Tony Franklin, Strung Out and many others.

These great names, however, aren’t the only reason that both new G-DEC 3 amps are amazing for rehearsing and recording. With so many loops available in so many styles, and much like many media players, G-DEC 3 amps can be customized to be all-metal, all-blues, all-country, etc.—whatever you want. Both offer digital amp and effects models that let you create your own arsenal of guitar tones suited to every style of playing, onboard mp3 and wav file storage and playback, and a multi-function SD card slot for unlimited storage of presets and audio content. Presets and onboard backing tracks can easily be mixed and matched for exciting solo jam sessions in many musical styles.

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Mesa/Boogie Unveils The TransAtlantic TA-15

Mesa/Boogie Unveils TheTransAtlantic TA-15

Mesa/Boogie announces the TransAtlantic TA-15 "lunchbox" amp. This black-and-chrome beauty offers the best of classic British and American sounds in a single package. The TA-15 packs all the footswitchable performance, including patented MULTI-WATT Channel Assignable Power, found in Mesa's high-end full-size models and offers the most classic British and American sounds in a beautiful 12 3/8”W x 6 3/4”D x 5 7/8”H package that weighs only 12 pounds.

Mesa/Boogie TransAtlantic TA-15 Features: • Switchable between 5, 15, and 25 watts • 2 EL84 and 4 12AX7 tubes • Classic British and American tones • Sleek black-and-chrome finish • Padded gig bag with strap

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Line 6 Unveils The Spider IV Line Of Amps

LIne 6 Spider IV amp

The new Spider IV amplifier line is well-rounded with five flexible combos and a powerful head. Each of the four flagship amplifiers, including the 75, 120, and 150 watt combos and the 150-watt head, feature over 500 presets, over 300 of which were hand-crafted by 50 world-renowned guitarists, and almost 200 more that were inspired by famous guitar songs. The immense preset collection lets guitarists of all styles find their sound within the jangly cleans, scorching distortions and swirly, effect-laden tones of their heroes.

The flagship Spider IV amplifiers also come complete with 16 of the latest and most advanced Line 6 amp models to date, as well as with 20 brilliant on-board Smart FX, a built-in 14-second Looper, and many more effects. The amp models, which were inspired by celebrated modern and vintage American, British and European guitar amplifiers, give guitarists one-touch access to the next generation of Line 6 amp tone.

The on-board effects provide players with a complete palette of colors and textures. New pitch effects, including Smart Harmony and Pitch Glide, plus beautiful Delays, Echoes, Mods, Reverbs, Auto-Wah and more, can blend to create the perfect sonic landscapes. Up to four effects can be used simultaneously and all effects can be edited completely.

The 15-watt Spider IV combo features a distilled collection of four crucial amp models that all guitarists require in their collections, and six Smart FX (up to two effects simultaneously); the 30-watt Spider IV combo features a collection of 12 essential amp models and seven Smart FX (up to three effects simultaneously).

Each Spider IV amplifier can dramatically expand its sonic capabilities with the addition of a Line 6 foot controller, including FBV Shortboard MkII, FBV Express MkII and FBV2. These powerful and durable foot controllers deliver everything from wah-wah, pitch-shift and volume control to tap tempo, a chromatic tuner display and simple channel switching. Spider IV amplifiers feature a built-in tuner, a CD/MP3 input, a three-band EQ and a headphone output that doubles as a high-quality direct-recording output.

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Marshall Unveils The Class5 5 Watt Amp

Marshall The Class5 5 Watt Amp

Class5 delivers all-valve pure tone in a simple format. The 5W output allows you to really drive the amplifier to a level where both the pre-amp and power amplifier stages deliver to their full potential for an unmistakable all-valve playing experience, without traditional high volume levels. At last, the valve sound, sensation and all-valve power of a Marshall stack, but in a more compact lower wattage amplifier.

Combining elements of classic looks, the Class5 will appeal to users who like a more traditional styling. The Class5 ‘top loading’ format is indicative of more traditional Marshall combo amplifiers. This format makes navigating the controls on the fly very easy without having to crouch down to find the right dials. Finished in traditional Black Levant covering and the same fret cloth as used on other traditional Marshall amplifiers.

Marshall Class5 controls

The cabinet’s looks and quality don’t end at what you can see. Underneath the vinyl covering is a quality, hand-built, birch ply cabinet using traditional finger joints for additional strength and superior tone. Every Class5 is subject to Marshall’s rigorous testing procedure and quality control, meaning that it lives up to the requirements of roadworthiness.

The Class5 is 5 Watts of REAL valve power, much louder than many would expect. Also, it is impossible to mistake its true class A tone, richer in second harmonic distortion making it pleasant sounding to the ear. The simple layout of the controls for the Class5 makes easy work of reaching great tone.

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Fender Announces '57 Champ

Fender '57 Champ

The Fender Champ amp of the late 1950s is well known as the small-but-mighty tone machine. The release of the '57 Champ adds this iconic, one-of-a-kind product to Fender's '57 Tweed Series.

The tweed Champ is a terrific practice amp, and has been a prized possession of countless pro players for its great sounding, low-output, easy-to-record capabilities. It's well documented that this model has been used on recordings by Johnny Cash, Keith Richards and Eric Clapton (it’s the “Layla” amp). And with its rich tone and touch-sensitive response, the Champ is great for making cool new music today.

This faithful hand-wired recreation of the 1957 Champ amp is not just for collectors or retro-minded guitarists. Any player seeking the ultimate in low-powered, top-quality tube performance need look no further!

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Available At Guitar Center

Fender 57 Champ Custom 5W 1x8 Tube Guitar Combo Amp Tweed

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