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04-08-2019, 04:50 PM
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NAD...Fender Blues Jr.
I’ve added a new amp to the stable. A new Fender Blues Jr. in Lacquered Tweed. Jensen C12-N speaker. I’m in the process of trying to simplify my gear. Downsize, refine....whatever. It’s proving to be difficult but at the same time enjoyable. I really can’t explain the inner “need” to downsize. But it’s there.
That being said this seemed like a very viable option to my 65 TRRI and my Egnater Tweaker 15 with 2 1x12 cabs. It’s certainly a smaller footprint. I’ve struggled the last few months with unused gear sitting in closets, cases, or boxes. So, I’m pairing down as viable options present themselves. Tone wise what more can be said that hasn’t already been described here or elsewhere? Killer, killer, killer. With single coils or HB’s. Ive heard/read that they take pedals very well. Haven’t had much time with it yet but am very pleased with what I’ve heard so far. When you love that Fender clean sound...these amps certainly do not disappoint. Last edited by PTony; 04-09-2019 at 05:40 PM. 
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04-08-2019, 05:53 PM
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On my shopping list also!
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04-08-2019, 06:58 PM
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Congratulations! Man, I hate these NAD posts...it's a reminder that I need one of those too!
 Enjoy your new amp!
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“Sometimes you have to play a long time to be able to play like yourself” — Miles Davis.
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04-08-2019, 08:13 PM
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Very nice. I just got one in December, great amp.
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2006 Yamaha F200TXR 4 stroke. My Guitars - Yamaha FG700S Sandburst; Epiphone Les Paul Standard; 2018 Yamaha LL-16D Natural; Ibanez Talman Bass; Fender Standard Telecaster; Yamaha FG820-12 Natural; Yamaha FS830 Tobacco Brown Sunburst; ....A beginner practicing almost everyday since 12/15/14....{:::]==={=O=I}
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04-08-2019, 09:35 PM
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Thx for the kind words. I’ve really enjoyed spending some time with it this evening. I’ll try to get a better picture up at some point. It has paired very nicely with my 87 E series. I’m sure it’ll match up well with my Gretsch’s also.
I’ve gotten some great clean (on the edge of breakup) tones out of it. As of now the only pedal that I’m using with it is an Earthquaker Devices Dispatch Master (*delay/reverb combo) with the reverb pulled out. It seems to be a great addition. I’m sure I’ll run an OD through it at some point. As of now I’m really enjoying the cleanish vibe. Anyone have any “must use” settings? If so please feel free to post them. I will say this latest model seems to be an improvement over previous versions. Maybe it’s the Jensen...?
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04-09-2019, 04:20 AM
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Yep, probably doesn't have the real cleans nor the headroom of some of the other Fender amps, but I'm a big fan!
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04-09-2019, 05:55 AM
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great looking amp, it would look better if it wasnt sitting beside that ugly looking strat, tell you what, ill do you a big favor and take that strat off your hands for you!- LOL
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04-09-2019, 02:48 PM
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Congrats! It's one of Fender's best selling amps for a reason and a great pedal platform. Have fun.
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04-09-2019, 05:38 PM
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 she’s a keeper. I’ve owned a lot of Strats. The E series are really something special. The System One trem is of no consequence as I typically hardtail my Strats. It has some “mojo”. The neck is outstanding. Really a great piece that’s been in my collection for some time. She sounds terrific through the BJ. But, if I ever feel that it’s time to part ways I’ll be sure to keep you in mind 
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04-09-2019, 05:44 PM
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04-09-2019, 10:26 PM
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04-10-2019, 02:37 PM
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The quest for gear is never ending.
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