Fender Hot Rod Series amplifiers can be found on stages around the world, large and small, and used by guitarists from all walks of life. Hot Rod amps deliver unrivaled Fender tone and are the perfect platform for musicians to create their own sound. These no-frills amps are affordable, reliable, and loud, and they pair very well with pedals. The Hot Rod Deluxe III is a 40-watt single 12" speaker combo - the standard for gigging guitarists everywhere. Famous for the characteristic dynamics of 6L6 tubes and a versatile all-12AX7 tube preamp, it also features a Fender spring reverb, effects loop and more. Players wanting to add a little more power, fullness and stage coverage can even add a matching 112 extension cabinet (P/). No. 223-1010-000). Other improvements to the Hot Rod Deluxe III include an easier-to-read black control panel with front-read text, a new badge, a simplified foot control, and graduated volume. and peaked treble, more precise overdrive and a Celestion G12P-80 speaker.
The 12" Celestion G12P-80 driver tightens bass response and delivers harmonically enhanced character when you push hard in the Drive channel.
- Improved modified tone circuit for better control of overdrive vocals and better midrange punch
- Graduated volume and tone pots provide a smoother, more refined and predictable linear sweep.
- User-friendly, stylish, durable and stage-ready pedal board.
- New Fender badge tells you this is a retooled and reloaded Hot Rod amp.
- New black anti-glare control panel makes adjustments easier on stage
Specifications:
Electronic
Voltage: 120V
Power: 40 Watts
Effects loop: Effects loop (preamp output, power amp input)
Starters: Two
Extension cord socket: Extension cord socket: Extension cord socket: Extension cord socket
Channels: Three selectable channels (Normal, Drive and More Drive)
Rectifier: Solid state rectifier
Controls: Presence, Reverb, Master Volume, Middle, Bass, Treble, Drive Select Switch, Drive Select Switch, Drive Volume, Bright Switch
Hardware store
Hardware finish: Chrome
Pilot light: Red Bijou Amp
Handle: “Dog bone”
Front panel: Black front panel
Grille Cover Fabric: Black textured vinyl cover with blackface style grille in black/silver fabrics
Input impedance: 1M (input 1)/136K (input 2)
Output impedance: 4 or 8 ohms
Amplifier length: 10.5" (26.7 cm)
Amplifier width: 23.5" (59.7 cm)
Amplifier height: 18.75" (47.6 cm)
Amplifier weight: 20.41 kg (45 lb)
Effects: Spring reverb
Speakers
Speaker: 1-12" Celestion G12P-80, 8 ohms Speaker
Tubes
Preamp Tubes: 3 x 12AX7
Feed tubes: 2 x 6L6
Miscellaneous
Unique Features: Independent gain controls and master controls in drive channel, brilliance switch, effects loop, reverb, external speaker jack, 2-button 3-function footswitch for channel selection, Drive selection and More Drive selection, black panel, internal variable bias control
Accessories included:
- Foot control with 2 buttons and 3 functions
- Vintage “Chicken-Head” buttons
- Amplifier cover