FENDER SUPER CHAMP X2

A hybrid masterpiece from Fender.

RRP: $849

Type: Tube/Digital hybrid

Speakers: Ten-inch Fender Special Design Output: 15 watts

No. of channels: 16 amp types Tubes: One 6V6, one 12AX7

Weight: 11 kilos PROS

• Unsurprisingly stunning clean tones

• In-built effects are super tasteful

CONS

• Not the best high-gain sounds

Obviously, a full-tube Fender amp is going to be the pinnacle of warm, rich clean sounds – but Fender’s Super Champ X2 blends that classic Fender tone with the ‘practice amp’ level of affordability we all appreciate. It does this by introducing digital elements to the tube signal chain, allowing for the use of different voices and onboard effects, making this an extremely versatile amp for playing different styles.

The specially designed ten-inch speaker accommodates a delightfully balanced tone, full of rich low end – something that a single ten-inch speaker usually struggles with. With a USB connection on the back panel, recording direct into your laptop or PC is simple – making this amp ideal for a home studio environment, or for when you need to silently practice.