Fender Tone Master ’59 Bassman 2-Channel 200-Watt 4x10 Guitar Combo Amplifier – Lacquered Tweed

The Fender Tone Master ’59 Bassman brings the legendary sound, feel, and response of the original 1959 Bassman into a modern, lightweight digital guitar amplifier. Designed to faithfully model the circuitry and dynamic response of the classic 45-watt Bassman tube amplifier, the Tone Master ’59 Bassman combines authentic vintage Fender tone with modern performance features that make it exceptionally versatile for the stage, studio, rehearsal room, and home.

This 200-watt 2-channel 4x10 guitar combo amplifier pairs Fender's Tone Master digital technology with four Jensen P-10R Alnico speakers, delivering the sparkling highs, articulate mids, responsive lows, and touch-sensitive breakup associated with the iconic tweed-era Bassman.

The result is a remarkably convincing Bassman experience without the weight, maintenance, and operating demands of a traditional tube amplifier.

At Metz Music, this Fender Tone Master ’59 Bassman in Lacquered Tweed is brand new and sold by an authorized Fender dealer. Your purchase includes the factory accessories and full Fender warranty.

Ships UPS fully insured and professionally packaged.

Legendary ’59 Bassman Tone Without the Tube-Amp Weight

The original Fender Bassman is one of the most influential amplifier designs in guitar history, and the Tone Master ’59 Bassman is engineered to capture that character through sophisticated digital processing.

Rather than simply recreating the sound of a vintage amplifier, Fender designed the Tone Master platform to reproduce the circuitry, dynamics, headroom, and response of the original amp. A high-performance Class D power amplifier provides the necessary power while the Tone Master processing recreates the performance of the legendary 45-watt tube Bassman.

For players who love classic Fender clean tones, edge-of-breakup response, dynamic pick attack, and vintage-inspired overdrive, the Tone Master ’59 Bassman delivers the character of the original in a considerably more manageable package.

Four Jensen P-10R Alnico Speakers

The Tone Master ’59 Bassman features four 10-inch Jensen P-10R Alnico speakers, one of the defining elements of its classic Fender-inspired voice.

These speakers provide the sparkle, articulation, and touch sensitivity expected from a tweed-era Fender amplifier. The 4x10 configuration produces the broad, immediate sound that made the original Bassman design so influential.

The result is a lively response that works beautifully with everything from clean rhythm playing and blues to rock, country, roots, Americana, and classic guitar tones.

Two Channels With Four Inputs

The Tone Master ’59 Bassman features separate Normal and Bright channels, with two inputs available for each channel.

The Normal channel provides the classic full-bodied Bassman character, while the Bright channel emphasizes additional clarity and sparkle. The four-input layout also gives players the familiar flexibility associated with vintage Fender amplifier designs.

The control panel includes:

• Normal Volume
• Bright Volume
• Treble
• Bass
• Middle
• Presence
• Convolution Reverb

Convolution Spring Reverb

One of the major advantages of the Tone Master version is its integrated convolution spring reverb.

Fender modeled the behavior of vintage spring reverb and incorporated it directly into the amplifier, giving players access to spacious ambience without needing an external reverb pedal.

From subtle room-like depth to classic Fender-style surf and ambient sounds, the reverb control adds another dimension to the Bassman platform.

Vintage/Tight Switch

The rear panel includes a Vintage/Tight switch that allows players to alter the amplifier's low-frequency response.

Vintage mode retains the traditional Bassman character, while Tight mode provides a more controlled low end. This makes it easier to adapt the amplifier to different guitars, rooms, stages, cabinets, and playing styles.

Six-Position Power Attenuation

The Tone Master ’59 Bassman is designed to deliver its signature sound across a wide range of volume levels.

A rear-panel output power selector provides full power plus five attenuated settings, allowing players to reduce the amplifier's output for rehearsals, smaller venues, recording environments, and home use.

Fender specifies the amplifier at 200 watts of digital power, while the Tone Master circuitry simulates the performance of the original 45-watt tube Bassman. 

This gives players substantially more control over volume without sacrificing the core character of the amplifier.

XLR Line Output With Cabinet IR Simulation

For recording, direct-to-PA applications, and silent-stage setups, the Tone Master ’59 Bassman includes a balanced XLR line output with impulse response cabinet simulations.

This allows the amplifier's modeled cabinet sound to be sent directly to a mixing console, audio interface, recording system, or PA.

The line output includes level control and ground lift, making the Tone Master ’59 Bassman particularly useful for modern live and studio applications.

Fender's current firmware ecosystem also supports the Tone Master IR Manager, allowing compatible users to customize the amplifier's line-output cabinet simulation and work with additional impulse responses. 

Effects Loop for Time-Based Effects

The Tone Master ’59 Bassman includes a post amp-model effects loop with 1/4-inch send and return connections.

This makes it easy to integrate delay, reverb, modulation, and other time-based effects into the amplifier's signal chain while retaining the character of the Bassman amp model.

For players using larger pedalboards or rack-based effects systems, the effects loop adds significant flexibility compared with a traditional vintage Bassman.

Lightweight Pine Cabinet

One of the biggest advantages of the Tone Master design is its dramatically reduced weight compared with a traditional tube-powered Bassman.

The amplifier uses a lightweight resonant solid-pine cabinet and weighs approximately 32 pounds, making it much easier to transport to rehearsals, gigs, recording sessions, and studios. Fender lists the dimensions at approximately 23.5" wide x 22.4" high x 10.6" deep. 

You get the visual presence and classic character of a lacquered tweed 4x10 Fender amplifier without having to move a much heavier vintage tube combo.

Classic Lacquered Tweed Fender Appearance

The Tone Master ’59 Bassman retains the unmistakable visual character of the original Bassman design.

The Lacquered Tweed covering, vintage-style brown-and-gold grille cloth, chrome front panel, black chicken-head knobs, and dog-bone style handle give the amplifier a distinctly vintage Fender appearance.

Behind that classic exterior is a modern amplifier designed around today's players and performance requirements.

Ideal for Stage, Studio, and Home

The Fender Tone Master ’59 Bassman is an especially strong choice for guitarists who want authentic vintage Fender character combined with modern convenience.

Its combination of:

• Classic Bassman-style tone
• 4x10 Jensen Alnico speaker configuration
• Normal and Bright channels
• Four inputs
• Convolution spring reverb
• Vintage/Tight low-end switch
• Six-position output power selector
• Effects loop
• XLR direct output
• Cabinet impulse response simulation
• USB firmware updates
• Lightweight pine cabinet

Specs

Model: Fender Tone Master ’59 Bassman
Series: Tone Master
Amplifier Type: Digital
Color: Lacquered Tweed
Power: 200W digital power / simulates 45W tube amp performance
Channels: Two – Normal and Bright
Inputs: Four 1/4" inputs – two Normal and two Bright
Speakers: Four 10" Jensen P-10R Alnico
Controls: Normal Volume, Bright Volume, Treble, Bass, Middle, Presence, Reverb
Reverb: Convolution spring reverb / DSP
Effects Loop: 1/4" Send/Return
Line Output: Balanced XLR with ground lift and level control
Cabinet Simulation: Impulse Response (IR) cabinet simulations
Power Selector: Full power plus five attenuated settings
Rear Panel: Output Power Selector, Vintage/Tight Switch, Cabinet Sim Selector, Line Out Level, Ground Lift
USB: USB port for firmware updates
Cabinet: Lightweight solid pine
Covering: Lacquered Tweed
Grille Cloth: Vintage-style brown and gold
Handle: Molded rubber dog-bone style
Amplifier Jewel: Red power / red-amber warmup / amber mute
Voltage: 100-240 VAC, 50-60 Hz
Dimensions: 23.5" W x 22.4" H x 10.6" D
Weight: 32 lbs.
Footswitch: Two-button footswitch included
Cover: Included
Country/Voltage Version: 120V US model

Why Choose the Fender Tone Master ’59 Bassman?

Authentic ’59 Bassman-Inspired Tone
Fender's Tone Master processing faithfully models the circuitry and response of the legendary 45-watt Bassman tube amplifier.

Four Jensen P-10R Alnico Speakers
The classic 4x10 speaker configuration delivers articulate, dynamic Fender tone with excellent touch sensitivity.

Two Independent Channels
Normal and Bright channels provide different tonal characteristics and four total inputs for added flexibility.

Modern Convolution Reverb
Integrated convolution spring reverb provides classic Fender ambience without requiring an external pedal.

Six-Way Power Attenuation
Move from full output to significantly reduced power levels for stages, rehearsals, studios, and home environments.

Vintage/Tight Low-End Control
Choose between traditional Bassman-style response and a tighter low-frequency character.

Direct XLR Output
Send cabinet-simulated amp tones directly to a PA, mixer, or recording interface.

Built-In Effects Loop
Integrate delay, modulation, reverb, and other time-based effects after the amp model.

Lightweight Design
The resonant pine cabinet and digital power section make this Bassman dramatically easier to transport than a traditional tube-powered 4x10.

Classic Lacquered Tweed Finish
Get the unmistakable appearance of a vintage Fender Bassman with modern amplifier technology inside.

Two-Button Footswitch and Cover Included
Factory accessories are included with the amplifier.

What's Included

• Fender Tone Master ’59 Bassman 2-Channel 200-Watt 4x10 Guitar Combo Amplifier – Lacquered Tweed
• Fender two-button footswitch
• Fender amplifier cover
  

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