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Visually, the amp is very sleek and classy-looking. Structurally, it feels very solidly-built, with no rattling parts of any kind. I plugged mine into a 4ohm 4x10 Fender Rumble Cabinet (the previous iteration, not the newer 8ohm V3 version), and started working the dials. First of all, it is worth noting that you should start the Vintage Channel EQ at Fender's classic flat setting, where the Bass and Treble controls are both at 1, and the Mid at 10. That's a good starting point from which you can boost and cut to taste. My only modification to that setting was to activate the "Deep" circuit by pulling up the Bass pot to boost the low end and mellow the midrange a little. I also set the Channel Volume control at "10", and used the Master Volume to keep me at bedroom playing level. Playing a Fender Precision Bass Special with P/J pickups, I got a warm, vintage tone with just the right amount of Midrange to cut through the mix. Think late 60's/early 70's stuff. Rolling the tone dial back on my bass gave me a really nice Motown vibe. Switching to the Overdrive channel, again I set my Gain and Channel Volume at 10, while still controlling my output with the Master control. I left the Blend control at 1, and started with the EQ flat at 6 across the board. From there, I pulled up the Bass pot to activate the Deep circuit, set the Mid sweep at 5, with the level set at 7, and boosted the Treble control to 8. This gave me a punchy, modern, semi-scooped tone which, at band practice, allowed me to fully support the low end and allow the guitars to occupy most of the mid space. For a little more overdrive grit, I simply boosted the Blend control by one notch. Really, really nice stuff.Overall, I am very pleased with the amp. It's rugged, looks professional and sounds great! Plus, it held its own VERY well against two loud guitarists and an equally loud drummer. At one point, with my volume set at just under 5, I was actually too loud. If you're trying to decide between this or something louder, give some serious thought to the venues in which you expect to play. For most of us, my gut says this amp will provide more than enough power - especially with PA support.My ONLY real complaint about this amp is the "Dogbone" carry handle that Fender uses. DO NOT, I REPEAT, DO NOT try to carry this amp by that handle alone. It is cheap and will likely break under the amp's weight if you use it for too long. If you do some research on these Dogbone handles, you will find may other people have found this out the hard way. When carrying the amp, always use the spring-loaded side handles. Cheap carry handle aside, this is a very nice amp that's worth considering.

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Received one of these about 2 months ago and have had the chance to practice and play live quite a bit with it. Very consistent sounding with the Auto Biasing feature, nice big sound with a natural tube warmth to it. Love being able to switch between the 2 channels and matches really well with my Ampeg 610. Another feature I love is the power section, going from 100 watts to 25 watts and to the silent record mode. Can really use it anywhere. Great purchase, would highly recommend to anyone looking for the amp to set them apart from others.

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First off I have to say that this amp produces the tone i've always chased, I love a dirty tube tone for 75% of my bass playing. With that being said, i also love having options because any gear i buy needs to come in handy in the studio as well and not just for me, but for anyone i help record.This amp covers pretty much all the bases for me:-Tube dirt/overdrive -LOUD! (way loud enough for the power trios/punk/metal i play usually)-pre/post power tube DI out with an independent volume control-Silent Mode for running DI without a cab attached-switchable Wattage (100/25watt)-switchable Impedance (2/4/8ohm)-included footswitch-it's a beautiful vintage style fender head. so yeah.... it's pretty.

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Absolutely thrilled with this amp. For the first time I've really heard THE tone I have always wanted...and more. Incredible versatility, awesome features, and real tube tone.

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