United States · Est. 1946
Fender Amplifiers
Leo Fender's amplifier defined the American clean tone. The Twin Reverb and Deluxe Reverb are the reference for perfect clean tone in blues, country and rock.
About the brand
Fender Musical Instruments Corporation has been manufacturing amplifiers since its founding in 1946. Leo Fender, trained in electronics, designed his amplifiers with the same mindset as his guitars: functional, robust and musically superior. The 1952 Bassman was the first reference amplifier — so good that Jim Marshall used it as the basis for his own designs.
The Fender Deluxe Reverb (1963) and the Twin Reverb (revised 1965) became the standards of American clean tone. Their spring reverb and built-in vibrato are instantly recognisable sonic signatures. Stevie Ray Vaughan, Eric Clapton, Mark Knopfler and John Mayer have all built their sound around a Fender.
The current line includes the accessible Blues Junior and Blues Deluxe, the Vintage Reissue series of 1960s classics, and the Tone Master — digital versions of the classics with identical sonic response but without the limitations of vacuum tubes. Fender is the world reference for clean tone.
Key facts
- Founded in 1946 by Leo Fender in Fullerton, California
- The 1952 Bassman was the foundation for the first Marshall amplifier
- Twin Reverb and Deluxe Reverb are the reference for American clean tone
- Used by Stevie Ray Vaughan, Mark Knopfler and John Mayer
Iconic models
Tweed Deluxe (5E3)
One of the most influential amplifier designs in history, with its characteristic tweed sound that breaks up harmonically as the volume is pushed.
Bassman 4x10
Originally designed for bass, its circuit inspired Jim Marshall and became a tonal reference for blues and rock guitarists worldwide.
Twin Reverb
The 85-watt amplifier with built-in reverb and tremolo, famous for its crystal-clear cleans and unbeatable stage power.
Super Reverb
With four 10-inch speakers and the blackface circuit, it is the reference amplifier for American blues and country.
Blues Junior
A compact 15-watt amplifier that democratized Fender valve tone for musicians on a tight budget or with portability needs.