Fender 57 Custom Champ
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Fender
57 Custom Champ
Product Info
Article Number:
389391
Brand:
Fender
Model:
57 Custom Champ
Category:
Tube Guitar Combos
Price:
$1,582.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The 57 Custom Champ is a fantastic little amp for players chasing that classic Fender clean and early-overdrive tone. It’s surprisingly responsive to your playing dynamics and the Weber speaker really punches above its weight class – ideal for home recording, practice, or intimate gigs where you want that authentic vintage vibe.
Product Description
- Fender 57 Custom Champ
- Guitar Combo
- All tube
- Power: 5 W
- Speaker package: 1x 8" Weber special design with alnico magnet
- 2 Inputs: High/Low
- Tube types: 1x 12AY7
- 1x 5Y3
- 1x 6V6
- Volume control
- Weight: 7.5 kg
- Dimensions (H x W x D): 34.3 x 31.8 x 19.8 cm
- Finish: Tweed and vintage style brown/gold grill
- Includes protective cover
- Made in USA
PROS
- • Weber speaker delivers a surprisingly full, articulate tone for 5 watts
- • 12AY7 tube provides a sweeter, more dynamic overdrive than a standard 12AX7
- • Classic Tweed finish and vintage brown/gold grill cloth offer undeniable aesthetic appeal
- • Compact size and 7.5kg weight make it easily portable for practice and small gigs
CONS
- • 5W output is limiting for louder band settings or larger rooms
- • Limited channel options restrict tonal versatility compared to more complex amps
- • The 6V6 tube, while great, can be expensive to replace
Product Video
Key Features
Power (Watts)
5
Tubes
1x 12AY7, 1x 5Y3, 1x 6V6
Speaker
1x 8in Weber Special Design Alnico
Channels
2 (High/Low)
Effects
None (effects loop not present)
Weight
7.5 kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
It captures a similar essence, but the Champ’s smaller wattage and speaker mean it's more focused and less 'splashy' than a Deluxe.
Yes, it delivers a cleaner, more responsive gain with a smoother breakup, avoiding the harsher edge some 12AX7s can have.
It excels at blues, classic rock, and vintage-inspired tones; it’s less ideal for heavy distortion or modern high-gain genres.
