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Description

Dive into the soulful reverberations of the past while gripping firmly on the pulse of modern technology with the Fender SuperChamp X2. This combo guitar amplifier masterfully merges the all-tube signal path characteristic of the '50s and '60s Fender champs, with the versatility of onboard digital effects. Whether you're serenading the quiet corners of your room or recording the next chart-topper, the SuperChamp X2 stands as your bridge between the golden age of rock and the endless possibilities of digital music creation.

Key Features:

  • All-tube signal path for authentic vintage sound
  • Onboard digital effects offering expansive soundscaping possibilities
  • USB output for easy direct recording to your computer
  • Perfect blend of classic Fender tones with modern functionality

Product specs

Brand Fender
Model Super Champ X2 2-Channel 15-Watt 1x10" Guitar Combo
Finish Black
Year 2012 - 2021
Made In Mexico
Categories Guitar Combo Amps
Built-In Effects Built-In Effects
Color Family Black
Electronics Tube
Model Family Fender Super Champ
Model Sub-Family Fender Super Champ X2
Number of Channels 2 Channels
Number of Inputs 1 Input
Output Power (Watts) 15
Power Tube Type 6V6
Reverb Digital Reverb
Series Fender Vintage Modified Amp
Speaker Configuration 1x10"

FAQs

Is the Fender Super Champ X2 suitable for home practice?

Yes, the Fender Super Champ X2 is ideal for home practice with its 15-watt power output, providing rich tube tones at manageable volume levels.

What kind of tubes does the Fender Super Champ X2 use?

The Fender Super Champ X2 features a 12AX7 preamp tube and 6V6 power tubes, offering classic tube amp warmth and response.

Does the Fender Super Champ X2 have built-in effects?

Yes, the Fender Super Champ X2 includes built-in digital effects, such as reverb, delay, and modulation, enhancing its versatility for various musical styles.

Can the Fender Super Champ X2 be used for live performances?

While primarily designed for practice and studio use, the 15-watt output of the Super Champ X2 can be suitable for small gigs or mic'd up performances.

How many amp voicings does the Fender Super Champ X2 offer?

The Fender Super Champ X2 provides a range of amp voicings, allowing you to emulate classic Fender tones as well as other iconic amp sounds.

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Reviews

PROS

  • Exceptional tube tone, warm and full of dynamics

  • Built-in effects cover a wide range of tones

  • Clean channel provides a perfect pedal platform

  • USB out with speaker emulation good for recording

  • Compact and lightweight, easy for gigging

  • Versatile, suitable for various music genres

  • Responsive and dynamic, enhances playing nuances

  • Relatively high volume for its size

CONS

  • Reliability issues, with some units needing repairs

  • Smaller speaker enclosure limits sound projection

  • Mainly blackface tone, even in amp simulation mode

Owner Insights

We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Fender SuperChamp X2.

Build quality

  • The μDSP board is prone to failure, and replacement parts are no longer available, making long-term reliability questionable.

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Comparisons

  • The Stage Right 15 watt amp, especially after tube upgrades, is often favored for its clean sound and effects loop over the Super Champ X2.

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  • Owners who have tried both prefer the Fender Champion 50XL over the Boss Katana for its superior sound quality, underscoring the Super Champ's strong lineup within Fender's offerings.

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  • The older Super Champs from the 80s, which feature a spring reverb, are now selling for prices comparable to Marshalls.

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User experience

  • Owners note that the digital preamp doesn't 'take pedals well' due to the input stage overdriving before the preamp tubes.

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  • Some owners who sold their Super Champ X2 regretted it and are actively seeking to repurchase, highlighting the lasting impression of its performance.

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  • It's noted that while the Hot Rod Deluxe is impressive, the Super Champ X2 offers a more manageable volume for practice settings.

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Value and pricing

  • A price of $475 is considered too high given the potential longevity issues; $300 is suggested as a more reasonable price.

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Use cases and applications

  • With a Cajun speaker, the X2 can support small venue gigs, pairing well with a pedal board without causing hearing damage.

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  • The Super Champ X2, with its 15 watts and 10-inch speaker, can handle small gigs and band settings without needing to be mic'd, suitable for weddings and bars.

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  • The Super Champ X2 is praised for achieving classic Fender clean tones in a compact, 15-watt tube amp, making it ideal for practice.

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Mods and upgrades

  • Installing a Ragin Cajun speaker transforms the amp's sound, making it significantly more powerful and enhancing overall performance for just around $100.

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  • Owners recommend swapping the stock speaker for a Ragin Cajun to enhance tonal quality and performance.

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Software and compatibility

  • The FUSE software, while not essential, can adjust mids and remove high-gain voicings, though many owners find the amp sounds great without it.

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Features and functionality

  • The Super Champ X2 includes a line out, allowing it to be used effectively as a head for other cabinets.

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Critic Reviews

Fender Super Champ X2 review | Guitar World

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The Fender Super Champ X2 is a visually striking amp with classic blackface aesthetics, offering a blend of vintage appeal and modern versatility. Its standout feature is the tube channel, delivering rich, authentic tones that pair beautifully with pedals. The amp's digital channel includes 16 amp voicings, though the high-gain options aren't its strong suit. While deep editing requires software, the USB connectivity adds substantial functionality, like recording. Despite lacking an effects loop, the amp's effects are usable, and its price makes it appealing for beginners. Overall, it's a charming, versatile package with room for improvement in tone diversity.

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jamesnotjim

A great studio, practice, and small gig amp

The Super Champ X2 is the best-kept secret in the Fender tube-amp lineup. Its clean channel (#1) is fantastic, beautiful on its own and a perfect pedal platform. The other channel (#2), while still tube powered, has a selection of mods that try to imitate other amps. That's cute and all, but I never use it. It also has a bank of digital effects that can be used on either channel. I use the reverb. It's excellent, and indistinguishable from the real deal. It's a very conservatively rated 15 watts. It has a USB out with speaker emulation that's good for recording, but I prefer to just stick an SM57 right up against the grill cloth. It's sounds brilliant, clean or dirty. Pair this with your favorite overdrive or fuzz pedal, and you're in business.

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mariano_provenzano

A Delicate Big Boy

This guy takes wonderfully any kind of pedal, and even if I haven't still understood its construction details, it sounds definitely "tube", with an evident blackface tone (even when you try to play other amp simulation, to be honest....). I love its tones, anyway. The only big issue with my SuperChamp X2, it's its reliability. Three times in the first 18 months simply stopped workin, and I had to send it back to the factory (excellent and free service, by the way) for repairs, but in the first 18 months I had it with me just for 6 months, and I had to buy a backup amp. Now, it's running fine (knock on wood) and I love it for its sound, its dimensions and weight. And that's really something...

azfatboy

Just about the best bang for your buck in a small tube amp

I think this amp really does give you the best of both worlds--real tube sound with a few tasty effects. It sounds great and is imminently portable, but I think the combo amp was purposefully crippled with a smaller 10" speaker enclosure to prevent it from cannibalizing Fender's other small guitar amps (e.g. Blues Jr.). My X2 was slightly modded: the head was moved into a Champion 40 enclosure and paired with an Eminence Cannabis Rex 12" speaker. Talk about improving on near-perfection. What a great little amp.

_josh_sutton

Just an all around great amp

This amp is simply amazing especially for the price, it offers a great tube amp sound and the internal effects are pretty good as well. It's small and compact but offers higher volume when needed. I would highly recommend this amplifier.

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Wanted a budget amp with a Fender logo and some tubes, and this one has both of those things. I've had it for about two years now. It sounds good. Would recommend.

guitar_nerd_704

Great tube amp

It have really good response and dynamics. It has fender fuse which lets you add different pedals and effects to your tone.

styuive

So Tiny. So Mean.

The best bang-for-your-buck tube combo I've ever played. It's pretty too. Buy one.

fernando_alves

Amazing combo!

Very versatile amplifier! I can play blues, and heavy metal without any difficult.

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In this email from Mat Zo from February 2017 detailing his studio gear, he reveals that the electric guitar amp he uses is a Fender Super-Champ X2 15W 1x10 Tube Guitar Combo Amp.

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