Hughes&Kettner GrandMeister Deluxe 40UKBundle

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Hughes&Kettner GrandMeister Deluxe 40UKBundle

Hughes&Kettner

GrandMeister Deluxe 40UKBundle

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Product Info

Article Number: 617145
Model: GrandMeister Deluxe 40UKBundle
Price: $1,230.90

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The GrandMeister Deluxe 40UK is a seriously impressive little head. It nails that British amp vibe with a surprising amount of flexibility thanks to its digital modeling and app integration. It’s a great choice for players wanting a versatile, compact amp for home recording, smaller gigs, or practice – especially those after a classic Vox-like tone without the vintage price tag.

Product Description

Hughes&Kettner GrandMeister Deluxe 40UKBundle

*Bundle offer comprising*, Hughes&Kettner GrandMeister Deluxe 40 240V/UK

  • *Amp Head for Electric Guitar*
  • UK model with 240 V
  • Power: 40 watts
  • 4 channels: Clean
  • Crunch
  • Lead
  • Ultra
  • Smart Rotary Control: Memory capacity for all control settings
  • Power soak: Switchable to 20 W / 5 W / 1 W / 0 W
  • Preamp tubes: Three 12AX7
  • Power tubes: Four EL84
  • Tube-Safety-Control (TSC)
  • 128 memory locations
  • Deluxe Tone Technology
  • Built-in Red Box AE
  • On-board effects in studio quality
  • MIDI in / out
  • Passive 3-band EQ
  • Presence & Resonance
  • Noise gate
  • Dimensions (W x H x D): 445 x 170 x 150 mm
  • Weight: 7.7 kg
  • Free GM40REMOTE app for iPad
  • Includes soft bag
  • Suitable MIDI board FSM-432 MK IV: Art. #555003# (not included)
  • Via WMI-1 Wireless MIDI Interface (Art. #361841# - not included) compatible with the GM40REMOTE app for Apple iPad
  • Hughes&Kettner FSM 432 MK IV
  • *Footswitch for Guitar Amplifier*
  • Suitable for Hughes&Kettner Grandmeister 36/40
  • Tubemeister 36/40 and Black Spirit 200 Head/Combo
  • 128 Memory locations
  • Tap Delay
  • Stomp box mode
  • 2 Connections for expression pedal or 1-way switch
  • Direct 7-mode
  • in addition to preset mode and stomp box mode
  • In preset mode
  • the controller inputs can now be assigned individually per preset
  • In stompbox mode
  • the controller inputs can be configured globally - independent of preset mode
  • Sounds can be copied in Direct 7 mode
  • Direct 7 mode: "Tap Delay" function can be used via button on controller input
  • Firmware update (via MIDI socket) possible
  • Facelift of the housing: slimmer
  • more compact shape with straight edges for improved implementation in existing pedal boards
  • Power supply: +23V via MIDI cable for Hughes&Kettner units
  • Power consumption: @ 23 V / 50 mA @ 9 V / 125 mA
  • Ext. Plug-in power supply 9 - 15 V (AC/DC) / min. 250 mA
  • Power supply with a 9 - 12 V DC mains adapter (suitable power supply unit: art. #409939#
  • not included)
  • CTRL inputs: 2 connectors for expression pedal or single footswitch: 2 x 6.3 mm stereo jacks
  • MIDI input: 5-pin MIDI DIN socket
  • MIDI output/input: 7-pin MIDI-DIN socket with internal power port and MIDI-IN
  • Dimensions (W x H x D): approx. 435 x 66 x 118 mm
  • Weight: approx. 1.68 kg
  • Incl. 7-pin MIDI cable
  • Hughes&Kettner WMI-1 Wireless Midi Interface
  • *Wireless MIDI Interface*
  • For wireless use of all functions of the remote app for Grand Master
  • The WMI 1 generates its own network
  • Is connected between Grand Master and FSM-432 MK III
  • Select the wireless settings of the iPad the WMI 1 as a network or log on to the home network WPS
  • Works with any Hughes
  • 2x MIDI In
  • 1x MIDI Out
  • Power consumption: 500 mA
  • Dimensions: 44 x 33 x 82 mm
PROS
  • • Excellent clean tones with surprising dynamic range.
  • • The Red Box AE provides genuinely usable DI recording options.
  • • Versatile channel selection covers everything from blues to hard rock.
  • • The GM40REMOTE app adds significant flexibility to tone shaping.
CONS
  • • EL84 power tubes favor a brighter, mid-focused sound; not ideal for all genres.
  • • The digital nature can feel less 'reactive' than a purely tube amp.
  • • Weight, while manageable, makes it less ideal for frequent gigging.

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Key Features

Power (Watts) 40 Watts (switchable to 20W/5W/1W/0W)
Tubes 3 x 12AX7 Preamp, 4 x EL84 Power
Channels Clean, Crunch, Lead, Ultra
Effects Built-in studio-quality effects (reverb, delay, chorus, etc.)
Speaker Output Speaker cabinet not included - standard speaker jack
Weight 7.7 kg (17 lbs)

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Frequently Asked Questions

TSC automatically adjusts the power tube bias to prevent damage if you switch between power settings, it's a genuine safety feature, not just marketing.
Absolutely, it's designed to be used with a separate speaker cabinet; standard speaker jacks are provided for flexible setup options.
Yes, it allows for expression pedal control, wah effects, and integration with other MIDI devices, expanding its versatility considerably.

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