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Fender Mustang GT40 Modelling Combo Guitar Amplifier

4.4 / 5
Fender Mustang GT40 Modelling Combo Guitar Amplifier

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Specifications

Product features

Connectors
Aux-in, Footswitch, Headphone, USB
Number of channels
1
Number of speakers
2
Amp modelling
Yes
Effects loop
No
Weight
5 - 9.9 kg
Built-in tuner
Yes
Built-in effects
DSP / misc.
Colour
Black
Speaker diameter
6.5 inches
Power attenuator
No
Amplifier type
Transistor
Amplifier valve
Not applicable
Power in Watts
31 - 50 Watts
Can be powered by battery
No

Weight and dimensions including packaging

Weight
8,1 kg
Dimensions
46,0 x 30,5 x 28,5 cm

Product specifications

  • Fender guitar amplifier combo
  • series: Mustang
  • model: GT40
  • amplifier type: transistor
  • output capacity: 40 W (2x20 in stereo)
  • number of channels: 1
  • speakers: 2x 6.5 in
  • controls: Gain, Volume, Treble, Bass, Master, Encoder, Layer, FX, Save, Menu, Tap
  • effects: 21 amp models, 47 effects
  • input:
    • mono jack
    • mini jack AUX in
  • outputs:
    • USB Recording Out
    • headphone mini jack
  • dimensions: 27.9 x 31 x 45.72 cm
  • weight: 7.7 kg
  • features:
    • digital chromatic tuner
    • Bluetooth audio streaming
    • WIFI firmware easy to update
    • optional MGT-4 footswitch for preset/FX switching and looper (not included)

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Specifications

Product features

Connectors
Aux-in, Footswitch, Headphone, USB
Number of channels
1
Number of speakers
2
Amp modelling
Yes
Effects loop
No
Weight
5 - 9.9 kg
Built-in tuner
Yes
Built-in effects
DSP / misc.
Colour
Black
Speaker diameter
6.5 inches
Power attenuator
No
Amplifier type
Transistor
Amplifier valve
Not applicable
Power in Watts
31 - 50 Watts
Can be powered by battery
No

Weight and dimensions including packaging

Weight
8,1 kg
Dimensions
46,0 x 30,5 x 28,5 cm

Product specifications

  • Fender guitar amplifier combo
  • series: Mustang
  • model: GT40
  • amplifier type: transistor
  • output capacity: 40 W (2x20 in stereo)
  • number of channels: 1
  • speakers: 2x 6.5 in
  • controls: Gain, Volume, Treble, Bass, Master, Encoder, Layer, FX, Save, Menu, Tap
  • effects: 21 amp models, 47 effects
  • input:
    • mono jack
    • mini jack AUX in
  • outputs:
    • USB Recording Out
    • headphone mini jack
  • dimensions: 27.9 x 31 x 45.72 cm
  • weight: 7.7 kg
  • features:
    • digital chromatic tuner
    • Bluetooth audio streaming
    • WIFI firmware easy to update
    • optional MGT-4 footswitch for preset/FX switching and looper (not included)
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Product information

Product no: 9000-0033-6854

General

Fender have given the GT40 modelling practice amp modern functionality including 21 amp models and an impressive 47 built-in effects. Using Bluetooth and the Fender Tone app, you can tweak your sound to perfection with the swipe of a finger. This amp also features WiFi, which means you'll have access to presets in the online community that have been developed by well-known artists. Also, you'll be able to download the newest upgrades easily to keep this Fender up-to-date. The GT40 has a large LCD screen so you can easily fine-tune your sound.

GT40: Practical Practice Amp

This compact Fender GT40 has a power output of 40 watts and has two 6.5-inch speakers which give it enough oomph so you can jam along. If you prefer to practise in silence, there's a headphone socket available. You can also select 2x20-watts in stereo, which enables this little amp to provide a surprisingly broad sound. As an added bonus, it's equipped with a built-in digital chromatic tuner.

Authentic Playing Experience

With their Mustang GT40, Fender enables you to conjure up a classic sound, or create an entirely new one. Whether you want the renowned ’59 Bassman or a modern metal sound, this amp is full of possibilities. Fender has ensured that each model reproduces an authentic tone and response, so the dynamics in your playing come through loud and clear. The built-in guitar effects can be inserted at any point in the signal, which opens the door to all kinds of experimental fun!

Tips or comments about this product

Please note: Fender recommends updating the Mustang GT's firmware to version 1.3.5 or higher before first use. Click here for support. This update is necessary for optimal connectivity via WiFi and to prevent any complications with earlier software versions. GT amplifiers that were bought before the middle of August 2017 should be updated before 29th October 2017 in order to keep WiFi connectivity.

Bax Music Warranty This product comes with a 3-year warranty.

Reviews (14)

4.4
14 reviews

Rating

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5 / 5

Fender Mustang GT40 Modelling Combo Guitar Amplifier

Needed a new amp for use in the house, did the usual checking every available model but decided on the GT40 as it met all of my needs, by also purchasing the footpedal it allowed me the added joy of a looper to play with. Lots of presets, some of which are quite similar and some which bring the fun factor in. couldn't get over how light it was, this was a minor concdrn until I plugged it in - WOW! This little thing packs a big punch, the bluetooth is a huge plus along with the ability to download direct from Fender. would I recommend this amp to anyone - absolutely, it's a cracker.
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5 / 5

Fender Mustang GT40 Modelling Combo Guitar Amplifier

What a wonderful little thing this amp is. My last amp was a Fender Concert (yes, that long ago) and although all valves and big noises it just was never convenient and I could never all afford all the effects pedals I desired. This little hunk of love delivers everything I need in a little box with all the whizz-pokery I need to emulate just about every noise I could consider. Setting up is easy and the interface is nicely presented on the amp and app, it just seems very well thought through. I deal with technology a lot and once in a while a piece of kit presents itself as one of those items that's just desirable, useful and practical, this to me is - so far - one of those items.
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3 / 5

Fender Mustang GT40 Modelling Combo Guitar Amplifier

The GT40 is a good value desktop / practice amp with loads of user adjustable parameters. While there have been mixed reviews about the sound quality of this amp, for me it sounds pretty decent for what it is. Plenty of tweaks to get just the right tone, and quite a few online resources now for tips and tricks. The Fender Tone app is very easy to use and feature packed.

Build quality is pretty good, and the unit feels sturdy, however plastic input jacks for all connections tells me the components that matter are far from being high end. Longevity will depend on how the user looks after the amp as much as anything!

Now for the negatives- Bluetooth latency is poor, so fine for audio only streaming, but next to useless if you want to stream the audio while watching a video (online guitar lessons etc) on your tablet/laptop. The aux in connection resolves this issue though.

However, sound quality when streaming audio via the aux cable or bluetooth is just horrible! No shortage of squawky mids that make your ears bleed, but no bass at all, even when using the equaliser functions on laptop / tablet. The treble end is acceptable for an amp with no dedicated tweeters.

A good rounded tone when using a guitar with the main input though, lows and highs are what you'd expect, and this thing gets pretty loud!

My particular unit is suffering (after about 3 weeks of owning) from a well documented fault of the volume dropping to about 50% when strumming a chord, then increasing to full as the chord is held. Possibly related to the headphone jack for my amp, but others have reported different symptoms. No known definitive fix as yet, could be firmware, hardware or a mixture.
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Reviews from other countries

4 / 5

Fender Mustang GT40 Modelling Combo Guitar Amplifier

Erg mooi versterkertje, ben er blij mee. In alle opzichten de perfecte amp voor thuis, alle mogelijkheden en features die je maar kunt bedenken, veel modeling amps ingebouwd, blueotooth, wifi etc...
De juiste prijs-kwaliteitsverhouding maar soms kreeg ik geen verbinding met bluetooth
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This review was automatically translated from Dutch.
4 / 5

Fender Mustang GT40 Modelling Combo Guitar Amplifier

Ik heb deze versterker aangeschaft voor thuisgebruik omwille van zijn verscheidenheid. Je kan makkelijk met bluetooth op je iphone de versterker afregelen; nieuwe presets downloaden of helemaal custom opslaan. De versterker klinkt goed, is niet extreem krachtig (dan moet je de 100 nemen) maar je kan er wel muziek op afspelen om lekker op mee te jammen. Wederom zeer simpel via de bluetooth, dus spotify of youtube, alles kan... zoek je iets makkelijk, stevig en goed afgewerkt maar ook veelzijdig, ben je hier perfect mee gesteld. Zoek je krachtig, dan zou ik voor de 100 gaan maar voor thuis is 40 voldoende voor mij.
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This review was automatically translated from Dutch.
5 / 5

Fender Mustang GT40 Modelling Combo Guitar Amplifier

Prachtige goedwerkende versterker!, mooi geluid en zeer goed voor beginnende gitaristen of voor de ervaren gitarist die gewoon lekker thuis wil oefenen met een kleine versterker.
De opties voor effecten zijn eindeloos!

in 1 woord PERFECT!
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This review was automatically translated from Dutch.
5 / 5

Fender Mustang GT40 Modelling Combo Guitar Amplifier

C'est ampli de maison est parfait en tous points.

Je suis déjà propriétaire d'un Yamaha THR10X mais celui-ci est très limité pour les beaux sons cleans type Fenderiens, c'est pourquoi j'ai voulu acquérir cet ampli compact.



Quel plaisir d'avoir des modélisations d'amplis Fender de qualités.

Les mods d'amplis Metal ne sont pas en reste non plus, j'arrive à obtenir des sons très proches de mon THR10X.



Là où le GT40 est au top c'est qu'il a plus de coffre malgré sa petite taille, sa présence est agréable on a presque l'impression de jouer sur un ampli classique (pas à lampes évidemment).



Ses fonctionnalités bluetooth et wifi sont très appréciables également, je m'en sers pour jouer sur mes morceaux préférés ou lancer les loops de batterie de Garage Band.



Je referai ce choix sans hésiter pour l'achat de cet ampli.
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This review was automatically translated from French.
5 / 5

Fender Mustang GT40 Modelling Combo Guitar Amplifier

Très content pour l'instant de ce petit ampli : grande variété de sons disponibles, encore plus accessibles en ligne, plus tous ceux que l'on peut créer soit même. Son très sympa, largement assez puissant pour moi, sans souffle. Il est petit et ne prend pas de place, son design moderne est très sympa.

Produit livré en temps et en heure, bien emballé, le tout à un prix défiant toute concurrence : bravo et merci Bax !
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This review was automatically translated from French.
2 / 5

Fender Mustang GT40 Modelling Combo Guitar Amplifier

Echt verschrikkelijk ding vond ik dit.. vond want heb hem geretourneerd.
Dat bluetooth gedoe en die app is echt niks voor mij, constant aan het connecten en met je telefoon bezig die telkens in slaap modus gaat..echt wat een ramp.
Je kan ook geen backingstracks via die app spelen wat in Fender FUSE op Mustang IV prima ging.
FUSE heeft zo zijn bugs maar ik verkies het met mijlen boven TONE app van de GT40.

De amp models zit ook ook echt zo goed als 0 verschil met de Mustang sterker nog de
distortion klink echt slecht op dit model waar dit op de Mustang wel oke was
(moet wel zeggen dat ik de 100W versie had).
De cleans/reverbs zijn wel echt super goed maar dat is ook echt zo'n beetje het enige goede aan deze amp.

Veder vind ik bluetooth en WiFi echt onzin op een amp, is dat ene kabeltje nou echt zo'n ramp Fender ?

Ik raad echt sterk aan om naar de Mustang IV V2 te kijken als je van plan bent deze te kopen.
De GT serie is echt 3 stappen terug van de Mustang in mijn ogen.
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This review was automatically translated from Dutch.
4 / 5

Fender Mustang GT40 Modelling Combo Guitar Amplifier

Ik heb hem pas net dus nog niet alles uitgeprobeerd en nog vollop in de oh wat vet fase.



Vlak na uitpakken dacht ik hem meteen terug te sturen. Kreeg geen verbindibg met bluetooth, geluid miste veel hoog (doek over versterker effect) en ook muziek streamen klonk niet zoals gehoopt.



Toch maar verbonden met wifi en de firmware updates gedownload. Sindsdien geen problemen met bluetooth en kan zelfs tegelijk streamen en bedienen. Toen ook meteen eq op versterker aangepast en voila een veel beter gitaargeluid en ook streamen meteen goed geluid.



Ik heb hem gekocht als oefenversterker zodat ik eenvoudif kan streamen en oefenen zonder alle effectpedalen en eventueel zelfs met hoofdtelefoon.



Voor dit bedrag en dit formaat is hrt exact wat ik zoek (vooralsnog). Mooi formaat, prima geluid en als ik niet speel kan ik gewoon muziek streamen. En als er geen muziek uitkomt dan staat hij mooi in de kast. Maar wel eerst firmware updaten en eq instellen!
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This review was automatically translated from Dutch.

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