Fender Blues Junior IV
Overview
The Fender Blues Junior IV is a 15-watt all-tube combo amplifier that has earned its place as one of the most popular gigging amps for blues, rock, and roots players. Powered by a pair of EL84 output tubes and a trio of 12AX7 preamp tubes, it pushes sound through a 12-inch Celestion A-Type speaker that delivers warm, articulate tones with a distinctly American voicing. The front panel keeps things straightforward with volume, master volume, treble, bass, middle, and reverb controls, plus a FAT boost switch that thickens the midrange for a fuller sound at lower volumes. Clean tones sparkle with the kind of headroom that makes single-coil pickups sing, and as the volume is pushed, the amp transitions into a natural, harmonically rich overdrive that responds beautifully to picking dynamics. The spring reverb is lush and drip-laden, adding dimension without overwhelming the core tone. At just under 32 pounds, the Blues Junior IV is genuinely portable for a tube combo, and the lacquered tweed exterior with a vintage-style grille cloth gives it classic Fender visual appeal. This is an ideal choice for gigging musicians who play small to medium venues and want authentic tube tone in a compact, no-nonsense package. The 15-watt output may not be enough for louder stage situations without microphone support.
Guitar Amplifiers
A beloved 15-watt all-tube combo with EL84 output tubes and Celestion A-Type speaker that delivers sparkling cleans and rich harmonic overdrive, perfect for small to medium venues at under 32 pounds.
Instrument Details
$749
Intermediate
Brand
Fender
Type
Tube Combo Amp
Made In
Mexico
Year
2018
