Fender Excelsior Pro

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Introducing the Fender Excelsior Pro, a standout addition to the Fender family that brings a vintage vibe to the modern stage. With its 13 watts of pure, unadulterated power, this amp delivers a crisp, warm sound that can only be described as authentically Fender. Its unique input options, including Guitar, Mic, and Accordion inputs, make it a versatile choice for musicians of all stripes. Whether you're serenading the sunset with your six-string or belting out ballads through the mic, the Excelsior Pro ensures your performance is nothing short of extraordinary. Designed for those who appreciate simplicity with a twist, its no-frills control layout lets you focus on what truly matters - the music.

Key Features:

13 watts of classic Fender sound
Unique input options: Guitar, Mic, and Accordion
Simple control layout for ease of use
1x15-inch speaker for rich, full-bodied audio

Product specs

Brand	Fender
Model	Excelsior Pro Pawn Shop Series 13-Watt 1x15" Guitar Combo
Finish	Antique Blush, Sonic Blue, Surf Green
Year	2013 - 2014
Made In	China
Categories	Guitar Combo Amps
Color Family	Blue, Green, Tan
Electronics	Tube
Model Family	Fender Excelsior
Number of Channels	1 Channel
Number of Inputs	3 Inputs
Output Power (Watts)	13
Power Tube Type	6V6
Reverb	None
Series	Fender Pawn Shop Amp
Speaker Configuration	1x15"

FAQs

What are the core tonal characteristics of the Fender Excelsior Pro?: The Fender Excelsior Pro delivers a warm, vintage tone with its 13-watt 6V6 power and 15" Special Design speaker, making it ideal for blues and rock genres. Its unique inputs for guitar, mic, and accordion provide versatile sound options.
Does the Fender Excelsior Pro have built-in reverb?: No, the Fender Excelsior Pro does not include built-in reverb, focusing instead on its pure tube-driven sound.
How many inputs does the Fender Excelsior Pro have, and what are they for?: The Fender Excelsior Pro has three inputs, each optimized for different instruments: guitar, mic, and accordion, allowing for a variety of performance setups.
Is the Fender Excelsior Pro suitable for live performances?: With its 13-watt output and single 15" speaker, the Fender Excelsior Pro is well-suited for small to medium-sized venues, offering a vintage tone perfect for intimate gigs.
What is the power tube type used in the Fender Excelsior Pro?: The Fender Excelsior Pro uses 6V6 power tubes, known for their smooth, warm sound, contributing to the amp's classic tone.

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PROS

Deep, luscious clean tone with a distinctive blues growl
Achieves Billy Gibbons' style ZZ Top tones at high volume
Excellent pedal platform for diverse sound customization
Upgraded Eminence speaker delivers power suitable for live performances
Eclectic, retro styling appeals to unique tastes
Loud enough to handle live band settings
Tremolo feature adds a cool, classic touch

CONS

Bright switch often underutilized, dark switch limits amp's potential
High frequencies may require adjustment with guitar tone knob or EQ pedal
No built-in reverb; necessitates external pedal for effects

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Features and functionality

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The onboard tube tremolo is highlighted for its quality, providing a rich, vintage effect.
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The Excelsior is noted to break up early, even with volume at 4, making it suitable for gritty rock tones, but challenging to maintain clean sounds.
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Swapping the stock speaker with an Eminence Legend is recommended to counteract the mid-range "honk."
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Replacing the tone switch with a pot is a simple mod that increases versatility.
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Tube cage removal is recommended to eliminate rattling, especially if the amp isn't frequently moved.
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Coloring the knob triangles with a silver marker enhances visibility, matching the panel and improving usability.
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Using a 12at7 or 12au7 in the phase inverter position can reduce signal gain, offering a bit more headroom.
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Use cases and applications

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Ideal for clean country and jazzier rolled down tones with its dark/bright switch.
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The amp's sound quality with a transparent overdrive pedal impressed users, offering good value for a real tube amp at its price point.
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The 13-watt output makes the Excelsior well-suited for bedroom practice, smaller gigs, and recordings, but may struggle in larger band settings.
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Build quality

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Noted for its heavy build due to the particle board cab and 15" speaker, contributing to its durability.
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Chassis vibration can occur at high volumes; applying friction tape around the chassis helps reduce noise.
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User experience

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Owners appreciate its sound at low volumes, making it suitable for apartment use.
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An owner received more tone compliments on the Excelsior than from other amps in their collection during gigs.
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The Excelsior's circuit design is similar to the 6G2 Brownface Princeton but uses EL84 tubes for a different tonal character.
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Users suggest considering a Blues Jr if the Excelsior lacks midrange punch for jamming, as it may cut better through a mix.
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tomfrank

about 10 years ago

I have the cream colored one, but same guts.

Incredible, clean, and loud! Packs a punch. Most don't use the bright switch, but I think the dark switch neuters this amp. There are some high freqs, but that can be solved with your guitar tone knob or an eq pedal. I use pedals for gain, and a reverb pedal, which are a must, as this amp is a no-frills style, but it is the clearest palette for pedals in the price range. (Cool tremolo too).