You don't buy one of these for the sound specifically. It has lots of effects and amp models but its really a small practice amp. It's real claim is the sounds it does make which is the digital drum machine and accompanyment. I wouldn't gig with this, but to set it up anywhere in the house and be able to practice or jam to a groove is exactly what I wanted. No better way to learn how to play in the pocket.

Lots of features for a small and reasonably priced amp. The led screen is fairly easy to use and got it up and running without opening the manual. The screen tells you everything that is going on along with what key the accompanyment can play in. Having an onboard tuner is pretty cool too. Another neat feature is that it has two input jacks that you can use to have a teacher plug into or as I am doing this week, take it along with me while traveling downtown and have a jam session in the hotel room with a co-worker. It doesn't have to be screaming in order to hear it well.

Everything is laid out well and as I said, I got through the menus without reading the manual and I'm not one of those who can instantly just pick it up and go. But the key parts of changing the drum beats and then changing the patterns within each beat are easy enough to do with just a few clicks. Everything else is standard amp fare.

It's a Fender so you can count that it will be well made. It appears in the few days that I have owned it that it will stand some abuse and looks like other Fender amps.

I looked at a few other small practice amps in this size. My kid has a small 15 watt Marshall that has better tone. Most likely the speaker is better, but considering that I bought mine for 239.00 new you can't do better with getting an integrated amp with a drum machine included at that price point. I don't know that there is another one made that competes. Otherwise you need to connect a separate drum machine and even then it wouldn't integrate as nicely as the G-Dec. For me its about being able to practice efficiently and have some fun when noodling around. This thing is FUN. Combine that and the reasonable price and you have a great value.

I'd have to rate this based upon my past experience with Fender. Haven't had this one long enough to need service, but usually Fender is good with support.

I have a separate jam room with a Bogner full stack, a Fender Cyber Twin SE, a Mesa Boogie 20/20 rack system slaved to the Bogner and a Fender Hot Rod Deluxe. I have all the tone I need, I WANTED this little guy because I can't always play that monster stuff in the house when I want to or when I can get time to play. (married, kids, dog, you know the drill) This is like taking all that stuff, shrinking it down into a one square foot box that you can literally strap over your back and play anywhere. I now can play MORE and learn BETTER because I can play to that drum track while practicing anywhere in the house at a volume that won't wake the family. This is not only a great amp for a beginner because it teaches them to learn to a regular beat but also for old farts who missed their turn on stage.

Hobbyist

Blues, Rock, Metal, Jazz

I have only been playing for 2 1/2 years, and I don't have that much experience using different amps. Also, let me state up front that I don't have a solid body electric. I have an acoustic/electric with a Fishman Prefix preamp. I realize there are plenty of fine acoustic amplifiers out there however I do plan on buying a Strat in the near future and I found this G Dec on sale for $179.99. I had read about this little amp and I've been wanting one for a while. Anything that can help me play better is an investment as far as I'm concerned, and I thought this little unit might be just the ticket. Well, I wasn't dissapointed. I plugged my acoustic/electric in, flipped the switch and was blown away by all the great sounds coming out of this little unit. In fact, my acoustic/electric sounded so good I really don't see any need for an acoustic amplifier. There are acoustic settings that sound terrific, and all the other sounds I can get with the many effects settings make my acoustic/electric sound like anything I want it to. Granted, it's still not a Strat, but I can get some pretty amazing sounds through this G Dec.

I wont repeat all the features this little baby has, as they are well documented on this site. Let me just say that as far as I'm concerned, the G Dec is packed with features. Again keep in mind the opinion you are reading here is that of a beginner. And for me, this thing rocks! It may not have everything that someone with more experience may desire, however I believe for most people and for beginners in particular, it would be difficult to ask for more features in such an affordable unit. It will do everything I need it to do for many years to come, and don't forget that you can always download more upgrades from Fender! This is the perfect tool for the beginner. Hear this Moms and Dads: If your kid wants to play guitar why not invest in a tool that will really help them succeed? Buy them one of these G Decs. But beware! If you play, your kid won't get much practice time because you won't be able to leave this toy alone!

Plug & Play baby, Plug & Play.

I don't give out 10's very often, so a 9 is really a compliment. Actually, the quality may be a 10, it's too early to tell. Obviously, it's not intended for playing on the road. It's a pracitice amp (possibly the best ever). However, I have to admit that this thing seems to be built like a tank. And it's very nicely designed and finished. It looks awesome and seems to have all the quality of a top of the line Fender amp.

O.K. I got a great deal! Having said that, I should tell you I would pay many times more for this product. As I stated at the beginning of this review, anything that can help me play better I consider an investment. And this is definitely the best thing I have done since I started playing guitar. The G Dec will accelerate your guitar learning curve! And it's so much fun it's freakin' ridiculous. I love it!

10 by default. I've never had any dealings with Fender, so I have to give them the benefit of the doubt. Besides it wouldn't be fair to rate support a 5 for instance simply because I've never used them. Also, most of the reviews I've read have been fairly positive about Fender support. Besides, why diminish the overall score of such a great little piece of equipment unfairly!

The G Dec is a very appealing product. The people who design these amps at Fender are doing a great job. It's one of the reasons I love Fender. Their guitars are great looking (Strat, Tele, Jaguar, etc., all classics) and so are their amplifiers. It's one of the reasons Fender has been around so long. They give you an appealing product that not only sounds great but looks great. I'm not knocking Gibson or any of the other guitar/amp manufacurers, either. Many of them also put out great looking products, I just happen to prefer Fender and I think They do a great job. This G Dec really shows it.

I play for enjoyment.

Blues/Rock

this is one of the best amps you can get and its affordible.

has every thing you need, tuner drum loops and you will never ever have to buy another pedal as long as you live, also you can record on it not very long though, you can hook it up to a computer and record striaght to that.

even a blind person could use it. has great sound, and you can modify them and save them.

its made buy one of the most trusted companies ever fendefer. seems like it will last a life time if you treat it right

great value and is worth it, all my friends want one

never talked to the company

it looks great sounds better.

hobbyist, about a year

rock, metal

Sound is pretty darn good for a practice amp

Effects, Amp Types, Drum Loops galore!

easy to navigate once you get used to it.

Its Fender, its gonna last a really long time

a little over priced, but definately worth it

I wanted from the day I heard about it, highly recommend you get one.

active musician, starting to get pretty serious about writing stuff.

rock, alternative

great sound...and so many different sounds to choose from in just the one little amp!

i really like the tuner, its incredibly easy to use and really accurate, the drum loops are nice too, but can get kinda old after a while...a real drummer is always better, but for practice they are good.

if you don't know what you are doing (like when i bought the thing) just mess around w/ the dial and you will find a sound that you like no matter what kind of music you are into. then once u figure it out a little more, u can tweak that sound to be exactly what you want to sound like.

I'm an epiphone/gibson guy, but you cant deny the quality of fender, this thing is gonna last a long time, and im glad because it is the perfect practice amp.

its a pretty acurate price for what it does, I just wish it had more sound, then it would be the perfect practice AND show amp!

i havn't had any problems w/ it yet. but i know fender has a good support program for all theyr products.

its sexy...just wish it was bigger. ;]

hobbyist

punk, hardcore, rock

could use more output

drum loops are sweet, same with distortion

all you do is turn it on and play

hasant broken within 3 years

for what you get id charge more!

when you hear about it it dosent sound to nice but you have to play it to know

active musican

metal

could have used a better speaker and a few more watts, but for what it is, it does a good job

this is one of the most fun pratice/sampling amps you are going to find. If your not in a band and are just leearning on your own around the house this thing is a blast. Its a great way to pratice lead and scales. Its a band in a box

Pretty standard lower end fender stuff, seems like it will hold up well.

Its worth the price, I would not buy it as my main amp, but as a pratice/learning amp its a great choice, probably a great first amp for a young beginner

NA

Hearing it in a store and playing with it for about 5 mins and I had one on the counter. Having a accompament really has helped my playing

noviced, just play for fun

folk, accoustic rock etc....

The sound is expected from a small speaker digital system and is adequate for this type of product. A larger speaker and sweeter MOSFETS may help improve the sound quality, but this is a practice amp and it's adequate.

The accesories were adequate except an included foot (on/off) switch would improve this product.

The practice amp was very easy to understand and use.

The Fender quality was maintained. I'm glad that Fender didn't reduce product quality just to save some money. I own lots of Fender items and there're reliable products.

The value would be a ten except it didn't have a foot switch because a practice amp should simulate a live performance.

I expect Fender to continue their support to musicians.

I've tested this product twice for over an hour each time at the retail store. Now that they've lower their asking price, I'll buy it.

Active Musician

Pops, Country, Jazz, Classic Rock, Some No-Doubt stuff, & Blues.

the gdec is the best 15 watt amp on the planet with endless possibilities, i got a bargain for $600, and look how cheap this is. BUY THIS NOMATTER WHAT YOU PLAY!!!

it has heaps and heaps of features, fx, amps, reverb, phrase sampling (recording), heaps of adjustable drum patterns, two inputs, MIDI, aux, tone filters, everything you need to play guitar. I play about 4 hours a day, im 14, only been playing 2 years and im in school! the only things it needs are a footswitch (which i think can be used with the MIDI ins and outs) and MIDI leads.

50 years it will last

as I said i got it for $600 (au) but im pretty sure that this is heaps cheaper, i recomend this site.

Active musician

anything

Sound is very mediocre. Buy it for the effects, if you are interested. It sounds much better thru a set of headphones, the speaker is terrible.

Tons of presets, but a lot sound very similar, just heavy distortion.

Quality of an amp is dependant on the quality of the sound. Sound thru the speaker is really lacking.

Probably better off buying a better amp without effects and adding pedals if wanted.