Fender Hot Rod Deluxe IV

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Fender Hot Rod Deluxe IV

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Hot Rod Deluxe IV

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Product Info

Article Number: 429323
Brand: Fender
Model: Hot Rod Deluxe IV
Price: $1,197.90

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The Hot Rod Deluxe IV is a fantastic workhorse amp. It nails that classic Fender clean and overdrive sound, and the three channels give you a lot of flexibility for different styles. It's a premium-priced amp, but a solid choice for gigging musicians wanting that iconic Fender tone in a manageable package.

Product Description

  • Fender Hot Rod Deluxe IV
  • Electric Guitar Combo
  • Hot Rod series
  • 3 Channels: Normal
  • Drive and More Drive
  • Power: 40 W
  • Equipped with: 1x 12" Celestion A-Type
  • Tubes: 3x 12AX7 and 2x 6L6
  • 2 Jack inputs - input 2 with -6 dB
  • Controls for Presence
  • Reverb
  • Master Volume
  • Middle
  • Bass
  • Treble
  • Drive
  • Select Switch
  • Drive Volume
  • Bright Switch
  • Chicken head style buttons
  • 2 Speaker connections: Internal and external
  • Preamp out
  • Power amp in
  • Case made of solid light pine
  • Dimensions: 47.6 x 59.7 x 26.7 cm
  • Weight: 18.59 kg
  • Design: Black textured vinyl and slightly aged silver-coloured front fabric
  • Includes 2-way footswitch and protective cover
PROS
  • • Solid pine enclosure delivers a resonant, lively tone, unlike cheaper alternatives
  • • Celestion A-Type speaker provides a classic Fender chime with surprising clarity
  • • The three channels offer a surprisingly wide range of usable tones, from clean to high-gain
  • • Footswitch enables quick channel switching, a huge benefit for live performance
CONS
  • • The light pine cabinet, while resonant, is susceptible to cosmetic wear and tear
  • • While versatile, the high-gain channel can be a bit muddy with scooped EQ settings
  • • The 40-watt power rating might be limiting for very loud stage environments

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Key Features

Power (Watts) 40
Tubes 3 x 12AX7 preamp tubes, 2 x 6L6 power tubes
Speaker 1 x 12 in Celestion A-Type
Channels Normal, Drive, More Drive
Effects Reverb (spring-style)
Weight 18.59 kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

The 'More Drive' channel is essentially a hotter version of the 'Drive' channel, offering significantly more gain and a tighter feel, great for rock and heavier tones.
Yes, the reverb tank is user-replaceable, allowing for upgrades or customization to alter the reverb’s character and decay.
The A-Type offers a more classic Fender chime and warmth compared to the Vintage 30's aggressive high-midrange; it’s a different flavor altogether.

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