Fender Hot Rod Deville 212 Review

History: Been playing guitar for almost 30 years. Presently playing in a classic rock, blues band. We call ourselves "Unfinished Businss". We have had this band together since the 80's. I am also involed in a side band called "Blues Intruder"I enjoy most music from classical to modern music, especially great guitar playing.

Purchase: This amplifier was purchased at Strings N Things in Santa Fe, New Mexico. I had played a Blues Deluxe and was enamoured with the warmth of the clean channel. I paid $750.00.

Pros: I like the warmth of the clean channel. I also like the overdrive modes of this unit. Note: The overdrive channel was greatly improved by a set of JJ Tubes. In the mix it is well defined. It is a very loud amp. The clarity of this amp suits my style very well.



Cons: The Groove tubes that came with the amp sounded muddy, and failed within six months. I don't much care for the press board enclosure. It's hard to see the lettering on the controls.

Hot Rod Deville 212 Quality: This is a 60 watt 2-12 amp with black tolex covering.

Fender Summary: This a great sounding amp. Fender should consider putting in JJ Tubes.

Rating of this product: 5

This Fender Guitar Amplifiers Review Submitted By: W Roper

Date: 2006-03-19

Usefulness Rating: 5 out of 5. 5 reader(s) voted.