Product Comparison: Fender Bassbreaker 30R vs Fender Hot Rod Deluxe IV


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General Specifications
Brand
Fender
Fender
Model
Bassbreaker 30R
Hot Rod Deluxe IV
Origin
Mexico
Mexico
About the Product
Ripping a page from the supercharged high-gain distortion and spacious reverb of the popular Bassbreaker™ 15, the 30-watt Bassbreaker 30R adds full channel switching capability to allow for precise, individual control over your clean and distorted tones—while the built-in effects loop offers yet another dose of custom-tailored personality to your sound.
An updated version of the legendary amplifier that’s been the heart of many guitarists’ rigs, the Hot Rod Deluxe IV features modified preamp circuitry, smoother-sounding spring reverb and updated aesthetics that any player is sure to appreciate.
Key Specs
Power Output
30 watts
40 watts
Number Of Channels
2
3
Controls Included
Volume, Bass, Middle, Treble, Gain, Reverb, Mute, Power switch, Bright Switch
Presence, Reverb, Master volume, Bass, Middle, Treble, Bright Switch, Drive Select Switch, Drive Volume
Footswitch Included
Yes
Yes
What customers say about "Key Specs"
Fender Bassbreaker 30R Guitar Amplifier
  • Great sound, great effects, and great flexibility.
  • The clean channel sounds great.
  • Plenty of power to gig with it.
  • Very versatile amp with power to boot!
  • It is very powerful and loud enough to play a small gig.
Fender Hot Rod Deluxe IV Guitar Amplifier
  • Perfect for use at home. Nice clean tones.
  • It has a clean, warm sound, and picks up the characteristics of your guitar's natural sound.
  • Portable and lightweight and sounds great.
  • The clean sound is astounding.
  • This amp sounds really big and fat on all settings. It has incredible presence, clarity and punch.
Size & Weight
Height
18.5 in.
18.75 in.
Width
24 in.
23.5 in.
Depth
10 in.
10.43 in.
Weight
38 lbs.
41 lbs.
Features
Type
Guitar Amplifier
Guitar Amplifier
Number Of Speakers
1
1
Speaker Size
12 in.
12 in.
Compatible With Footswitch
2-Way Footswitch
2-Button 3-Function (Channel Select, Drive/More Drive)
Carry Handle(s)
Yes
Yes
Input(s)
Normal, Foot switch, Effects loop
2x Normal, Power AMP, Foot switch
Output(s)
2 x Speakers, DI
Preamp, 2 x Speakers
Extras
Tube Circuitry, Celestion V-Type speaker, Ultra-solid cabinet construction
Celestion A-Type speaker, Modified preamp circuitry, Silver Grille Cloth
What customers say about "Features"
Fender Bassbreaker 30R Guitar Amplifier
  • Lots of features and tone/effects options.
  • This is really an awesome amp. It sounds amazing.
  • The built in speaker is loud enough for some home practice.
  • Very feature packed. Sounds awesome.
  • Great tone and sounds!
Fender Hot Rod Deluxe IV Guitar Amplifier
  • This amp is incredibly well built.
  • The amp sounds very good!
  • Nice clean chanel, nice dirt chanel, great reverb and lots of features.
  • The Celestion speaker gives amazing sound.
  • The clean sound is unparalleled and the amp tone is outstanding.
Warranty / Certifications
Manufacturer Warranty
1 year(s)
1 year(s)
Certifications
CE, FCC
CE, FCC
Other Information
Manufacturer
MSRP
999.99 $
899.99 $


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