Re-engineered from the ground up, new Rumble amps are lighter and louder than ever, with even more power and a classic Fender vibe. A newly developed footswitchable overdrive circuit and versatile ...

The ’62 Deluxe returns to reveal why Fender’s ‘brown-panel’ era remains one of the most intriguing chapters in amp history. Fender's Rick Heins tells its story ...

Fender’s second app, Tone, is far more ambitious than its predecessor. In fact, it’s the first smartphone app I can recall that’s launched alongside a trio of amplifiers. It’s not necessary to operate ...

When Fender launched its Precision Bass (the first mass-produced, solid-bodied electric bass) back in 1951, it revolutionised the sound of the bottom end in popular music. It also rattled the hell out ...

Despite the appearance of sacrilege, Fender’s Mustang series of modeling guitar amps are highly regarded, and highly popular. They let you choose from a number of Fender-built presets to make your amp ...

Playing the electric guitar in a cover band can be complex. You need to be able to sound like a wide range of different guitar players, each with their own distinct sound — much of which is based on ...

If you buy something from a Verge link, Vox Media may earn a commission. See our ethics statement. The $349.99 Monterey is the more powerful of the two new speakers, which is logical, given that it’s ...

Ubiquitous in the music world, Fender guitars and amplifiers are also icons in popular culture, their shapes and sounds instantly recognizable. Authoritatively written and lavishly illustrated, ...

Editorial director Ted Drozdowski is an award-winning journalist and music historian, and a musician, songwriter, producer, and film consultant. He’s a maniac for slide and psychedelic guitar, and has ...