Fender Bassbreaker Amps 18/30 & 45 - Best Fender Amps Ever?

[@GreekChips]

Can we talk about how Mick is using a Tele and Danish Pete is on a Strat. What in the world!

[@Mossy_sprout_on_pawz]

"I always wanted to learn to play the guitar, but the beginning seemed so slow and frustrating." God I fucking hate that guy.

[@jelledevries7777]

Finally someone said the truth

[@joshhobbs3519]

I love how much they seem to enjoy jamming together. This is my favourite andertons program!

[@OldRunt]

So cute

[@xchump]

that guy on the left looks a lot like the guy from that pedal show and the guy on the right looks somewhat similar to the mesa boogie dude.

[@micktaylor8350]

They're moonlighting bastards!

[@danishpete]

Mesa Boogie!?!? I think your watch is running over a year late ;).... Mick, let's call it "moon lighting guitarsnizzle".

[@DarthEcoli]

I'm relatively new to both Anderton's and That pedal show so you almost had me. Well played.

[@boii2226]

The doppelgängers

[@Stonerose17]

Are we sure they aren’t the same? Very confused

[@Curveballsimon]

love pete's playing , tastier than a melted snickers

[@YeatzeeGuitar]

That tele through the 18/30 sounded fantastic!

[@megalol2121]

that's my setup now. it's delicious

[@mattgilbert7347]

yeatzee7786 Yeah it sold me on that combo. Got my Tele, selling my BB15 and getting an 18/30

[@TheAkilesh12]

What we need is a Danish Pete innuendo compilation

[@micktaylor8350]

Pete - there's our Christmas book sorted. :0)

[@The10000lbGorilla]

+Mick Taylor Title: "Commentary from the Rear"

[@danishpete]

+Mick Taylor Let do it ;)

[@danishpete]

+Peter Honoré lets!!!

[@jdock2]

+Akilesh Menezes I'm not sure audiences will be able to sit through a three hour video ;)

[@alecboyyes]

Would have liked to have heard the Les Paul through the 45!

[@CentaurusRelax314]

Delicious. But, who's the third player? He's so 'consistent.'

[@sk8rox22]

Their friend "looper"

[@MrBingping]

Daniel you mean the dude that played anakin skywalker?

[@garyreid1766]

@@MrBingping Loop Skywalker.

[@headslapping100]

Pete could fart in my face and I'd just be like, oh that tone

[@darrellrobinson9354]

No

[@longboard3816]

headslapping100 Nope, you and 23 others are very weird

[@longboard3816]

beardogyup Ooooh, that was a joke. Ok then, my bad...good one, a real knee slapper, maaan!! Har har hardy har har. I know it was a joke...it’s a dumb joke, lol

[@itsmorphed6416]

Oh no , the image . Get out my head demon

[@simonsmith9363]

My lads just bought the 18-30, thanks for the brilliant review! You two make a great team and I never watch one of your videos without learning something. Please keep up the great shows!!

[@clywchief385]

This is the best jam I have ever heard in an Andertons demo.

[@RobCabreraCh]

Quick review of the BB45 from someone who has used it for over 2 years: You want Marshall 1987X? You like 80s hair metal tones? Do you want classic Marshall to play Zeppelin, AC/DC, Hendrix, Aerosmith, etc? Get the Bassbreaker 45. It may say Fender on the amp, but it sounds more Marshally than the Origin amps. Do you want the classic Fender cleans at high volume? Then go get a Hot Rod or something like that. The BB45 isn't it. I am amazed at how gainy the BB45 is. I am not exagerating when I say that it can do a pretty convincing 80s metal tone, specially at the full 45W. For a classic rock tone that sounds just like AC/DC you won't need to go past a third of the way up on the volume before you get there. What I also noticed is that the output knob that changes the amp's power also changes the amount of gain it can produce. I imagine that at 45W the power tubes are really working hard. But at 1W, the power tubes just don't get as hot or as much energy so they distort less, even though the output knob is supposed to make the power tubes work just as hard regardless of wattage. It's a really cool amp. Definitely not for home use, even if you stick to the 1W mode. The speakers are fine, but to my ears the tone is a little harsh out of the box. I use an external loadbox/attenuator with another 2x12 or into my interface, so that really helps the tone IMO. If I had to use the amp without attenuation, I would definitely want to put in G12Ms or G12Hs in there, and use distortion pedals for any kind of dirt. Otherwise it will be just too loud for home use. That being said, if you are gigging regularly and want a Marshall sound, this is the way to do it. I even A/B this against a DSL40CR. And the BB45 does classic Marshall way better than the really modern DSL stuff.

[@GuitarStu]

Pete almost got away with it at 1:41 !

[@TheAkilesh12]

+SCC He made a little mistake and tried to cover it up by doing a little jazz run hahahaha. As I once remember Martin Taylor saying, "There are no mistakes in jazz guitar, only new opportunities".

[@Beizeiten78]

+SCC Flubbed note

[@trollfiddler]

+Guitar Stu You could see him working his way closer and closer to that bad note and frantically trying to escape, but no luck :D

[@Collwyn461]

Didn't sound bad. Less of a mistake and more of a note he wasn't intending on playing.

[@kingstumble]

+Guitar Stu Ha ha. Whenever I make a small miscalculation(OK mistake then) I play it again to try and make it look as if I intended it all along!

[@Muzikman127]

Much as I really do enjoy chappers and the captain's reviews, I would love to see these guys take a look at the 7 and espeeeecially the 15. I'd really enjoy and benefit from the perspective these guys have brought on these two amps on the smaller models too, considering that the 4 amps in this series are such different beasts.

[@Ghetocapio]

17:59 !!! what was that? so sweet

[@13StJimmy]

Pete is honestly one of the best guitar players on KZbin he's feel and flow is amazing if he were to release an album I'd buy it

[@mirkosavik6920]

Honestly these guys can make all their amps sound great. Keep it up and I will keep buying

[@zachisebi]

And here I am thinking: "Damn that Pete can play! He should be way more successful and play with lots of famous musicians." Turns out he is. Keep on doing what you're doing, you guys are amazing! Will you demo the other Bassbreakers as well?

[@LaMoustachePuante]

That is so cool you need a bass with the guitars because it s going to groove a little bit more. Nice show at the end.

[@emielettric]

I'm sorry Rob Chapman, but those two guys blow up my mind.. I'm gonna to switch my preference from you to them.. :-D long life to the blues, guys!

[@micktaylor8350]

Watch it all man! Rob is awesome and remember he's been doing this sheeeeat forever! It's all good!

[@darianbaxley8850]

I'd sadly have to agree with you man Rob's licks are sometimes repetitive I still like him but I like Mick and Pete a bit more

[@GrimKage]

Now I'm not saying that anyone can be a great blues player by improvising the pentatonic scale, these guys are as good a guitarist as they get. But Rob Chapman brings to the table things like technical ability, speed, metal genre, etc AND he is a super proficient blues player. So he can showcase high gain guitars and amps way more effectively.

[@longboard3816]

Emiliano Pozzolo Just do it and stfu. There’s no need to go out of your way to make a comment that has no objective other than to put Rob down. It’s kinda prickish

[@ckjjclan]

Good pairing of presenters - enjoyed this review... now, if only I could make an amp sound that good.

[@Javier-qk7ms]

Is it just me or these names puns? Bassbreaker is like Bassman + Blues breaker and 18/30 is like AC Thirty?

[@SoftButReady]

Oh they're puns alright

[@ArielsSmartyPants]

I hope you do the 15, it's my favorite of the bunch.

[@IainMNorman]

+ArielsSmartyPants Me too. I suspect they don't have one in stock. It's still saying "pre-order" on www.andertons.co.uk/combo-amps/pid43197/cid691/fender-bassbreaker-15-1x12-guitar-amp-combo.asp

[@Lennartguitar]

+ArielsSmartyPants It is on the channel of Rob Chapman now :)!

[@IainMNorman]

Two days before delivery is due. Perfect timing :)

[@BV_Beve]

The boys really killing it as usual, nice sounds.

[@tonykoziol9052]

Bought the 18/30 today from Dawsons in Chester. I doubt if ill ever need another amp (for now). Two amps in one,and loud enough for any Gig. It looks great,and my 57 Strat ri has never sounded better.

[@unSTEVOED]

Loving your reviews! Greetings from New Zealand!!

[@PhiI93]

I don't think I've ever heard Pete hit a wrong chord on one of his progressions!

[@OldRunt]

PhiI93 fan boy?

[@killybilly685]

@@OldRunt sooo..?

[@tricko2286]

Wow, the best tone I have ever heard at 18:10

[@fossilmatic]

Getting very 70s Jeff Beck in that jam at the end. Funky and waspish. First demo I've seen of those amps to break away from the Fender trying to do Marshall perception.

[@TheDogPa]

+fossilmatic Saw the Beck comment and thought...sure...then I heard it...you nailed it! At about 30:42 I had to do a double take to make sure Jeff had not sat down with them. I usually like Peter's stuff the best, but Mick really did it this time.

[@glover403]

The guitar playing in pete and micks video reviews is excellent really good for portraying amp quality

[@Aint1S]

whoa, Fender did really well with this amp...

[@marco89lcdm]

Whit those 2 guys there are the best jams of the you tube!!! So good..

[@hankrocks7504]

This amp is going to be my next amp ! I played one a while ago and was just like MAAAANNN

[@livingabovethe12th]

dudes.... why do you always turn on overdrive pedals into the amp before you examine the amps normal Distortion capabilities it's very frustrating.... I'm here to listen to how this amp sounds not how that pedal sounds

[@jamesturner2914]

It would be way too loud , I have one of these amps and 5 volume is enough to blow out a window so no natural distortion will be heard unless its cranked. I'm sure they comment on the loudness

[@jason4485]

@@jamesturner2914 yea, incredibly loud. I ONLY play on 18 watt setting at like 1 volume. Lol.

[@DENIEL381]

MOST OF THESE NERDS KNOW SHIT ABOUT SHIT CAN BARELY PLAY TO SAVE THERE ASS.

[@cupolove1]

i bought the 18/30 and it is GREAT! very reliable and cuts through the mix. i have a few other amps that i occasionally run it with using a ABY pedal. mainly i use it with a 65 deluxe reissue. I also use a small 60s gibson skylark with it. i basically use the skylark like a mild overdrive/boost and they combine really well.

[@9999plato]

I love it when you two guys play together.

[@graphicartdude]

I'm still confused as to what amp is best for bedroom playing. I can't handle super loud amps, but I don't want to sacrifice too much tone by going too small. Which amp would you recommend to keep volume to a tolerable level without sacrificing too much of that thick tone? The 15, or the 45 with the intinuator? Not sure why the power control isn't on the 18/30 as well. Thanks for any advice.

[@Elshibly]

really looking forward to the 007 and 15 video! You guys should compare it to its competitors such as blues jr

[@SCOREWIZARDSMUSIC]

Half step up lick was the high point of this video

[@urbanesoul8400]

Fender tone is like your gf, nice & comfortable. Marshall tone is like that bar girl you went home with after a gig, wild & crazy.

[@O_Towne_Bear]

Bassbreaker: "Hold my Tequila"

[@richardchorley1593]

I need one of each . A nice girl and a dirty girl

[@johnsmith-sm6mh]

More more more please luv these guys and videos can't beat a bromance like this great playing and just great fun too excellent excellent and excellent one more time 👍🏻🎸🎸🎸🍻🍻🍻

[@LTK33]

Yo, you guys switched up your weapons of choice?! Noice, trance inducing vibes, Midas touch Mick and Pete, liquid gold flowing.

[@JendaHrbac]

Anyone tried to play bass through one of these? Preferably with the brownface setting? Color me intrigued.

[@thechannelforeverything2170]

Jenda Hrbek I've played bass through the 45 and it sounds great,just make sure to put the bass on 0 and wattage on full for more headroom.

[@mudwiser1391]

Dang that was great. Love your videos fellas!!!

[@srxiii2261]

I'm confused by the 18/30 which seems the most versatile of the 2. Say you use channel 1 for clean and then switch to channel 2 for dirt. with only 18 watts on tap aren't you supposed to experience a drop in volume no matter how you balance both channels?

[@nocab28]

The best series! You guys can really play

[@bigteno4597]

Thanks guys, really enjoyed the video. Great playing, nice guys.

[@ruiseartalcorn]

Great amps! Both excellent but I think the 45 nails it for me.

[@marnel7787]

Hey guys, what we need is a Fender Bass breaker vs Marshal Blue breaker. Two similar amps ( IN a way). Huge price difference. One hand wired and one with circuit board. How do they compare?

[@thechannelforeverything2170]

Marty Nellessen there is a great video on this very topic made my Johan Segeborn,hope this helps :D

[@damienmillar]

Ace. And we even got to see Mick's guitar face. Haven't seen it for a while.

[@copperchief8940]

I need to just get one of these. I've watched this video at least 100 times over the last 4 years

[@alexbales2067]

18/30s fairly cheap if you keep an eye on eBay

[@itsmorphed6416]

I got a 15 with a greenie in the back yesterday. Just what my schecter custom needed. Its alive .

[@kyonashaMeccanica]

Hola. Tengo el cabezote de 45, pero hace mucho ruido, será normal ?

[@RobCabreraCh]

I have seen this video like 25 times, I still really want to get an 18/30. It might happen soon!

[@killybilly685]

Did you get one?? I’m really wanting one because they a sooo cheap used, but the question is should I buy a 30 watt or 45 watt?

[@RobCabreraCh]

@@killybilly685 I got the BB45. Went to the store, tried a bunch of amps, and the BB45 was the best one for me at my budget. I love it!

[@killybilly685]

@@RobCabreraCh okay sweet thanks for replying, I’m definitely getting a 45 then.

[@RobCabreraCh]

@@killybilly685 Just try it out first. I love it, but it can be noisy, and even at 1W, it's very loud. At full volume at 45W, it's magical! I have blown a couple of tubes doing that!

[@brolldaily]

007 and 15 soon please!!

[@webseiter]

+Milan Cubric Second that! And also looking forward to the Vox AV series... Would also looove the Palmer Drei. But I guess that would be for far smaller market.

[@northof50now]

+Milan Cubric - the 007 combo was very disappointing to my ears. I couldn't wait to play it. I hate to say it, because I really like Fender Amps, but it sounded thin and cheap.

[@Lennartguitar]

+Milan Cubric It's on the channel of Rob Chapman now ;)

[@tricko2286]

007 is great... Especially through the 2x12 cab...

[@littlesquidward8117]

Chappers and the Captain did that video Mick and Pete did this one

[@lance134679]

Great demo. Both amps sound really good. Shame that they're both 2-12's. It would be nice to have the 45 in a single 12 configuration to save my back and space in my car.

[@aos1932]

that intro was molten cocoa on a sunny Himalayan ledge

[@davemoore843]

Pete just knows how to lay back, what a great guitarist

[@TCMx3]

cool amps and all but are affordable amps really apropos for Guitar Paradiso? also bring back Pete's strat

[@tacratt6091]

I wonder if these amps will start buzzing and rattling like a lot of the Hot Rod Deluxe amps do? I think I would rather have it in the head version to eliminate these problems!

[@irockuroll60]

I have a blues jr and it makes a funky noise as well when it's turned up around 6 on volume. It is not always making weird noises but about half the time. Can't seem to figure it out either

[@tns4421]

I am sold to these first 3 minutes by the 2 wizards....what can I say...when you do not talk....you speak louder and deeper!!!

[@Birdie0858]

Great demo guys!

[@brokerolla]

Anyone know if the 18/30 is US built or MIM? Had issues with some of the Mexican Fender amps previously. Trying to choose between this or a Marshall DSL40C w/ Creamback, can't make up my mind. My main guitar is an LP with SD Pearlies, but I also back with a Tele. I like to play blues, 60/70s classic rock, not too much distorted/gain stuff at all. If I do it's coming from pedals. I'm really loving the tone of the Fender though. Can't make up my mind!

[@andang3826]

Could you get a John Mayer or Mateus Asato kind of tone out of this line? Of would I be better off going through a Princeton or something

[@someweirdguy101]

When Peter goes from clean to OD in the opening solo, is he kicking in a pedal or changing channels on the amp?

[@samroney6644]

To be clear, the 18/35's first channel isn't a Deluxe Reverb with EL84's. Perhaps a Blackface plain Deluxe, as the amp is devoid of any reverb whatsoever, and has no effects loop. If do you want reverb, you're limited to old school, out in front. but then, who needs reverb anyway ;-P

[@shredb4dead]

Can someone tell me why there's no effects loop on 007, 18/30 and 45? Why did only the 15w get one?

[@trentingtonb]

Love the show, really wish you guys did do the 15 combo. It's hard to buy an amp when the nearest one is 7 hours away

[@SuperRoggerRabbit]

Excellent! Thanks Mick, Thanks Pete!!!

[@dejongeblondegod]

goddammit, now I want a bassbreaker amp

[@Aint1S]

yeah, these things are about 60 years behind... yet, they're worth the wait. I love that 45, but the 18/30 had some distinct character worth noting over a vox. I'd buy both in time.

[@alistairdimmick2886]

This is true. The 18/30 had a sweet spot for me just, using an average shop esp.

[@melvynobrien6193]

Some claim that the valves are loose and rattle when the Bassbreaker amps are played loud. Is this true?

[@thechannelforeverything2170]

mel obrien I own a Bassbreaker 45 and I have definitely put it through its paces, have not encountered any issues with loose tubes.

[@Rockerrobin]

Man I wish the 7 and 15 had a 1w option like the 45.

[@byebyebeano8616]

Outstanding jam in the end! Bravo!

[@rubie841]

When you swapped guitars at the end, when Pete was playing the Tele, was it still through the 18/30, or the 45?

[@jakajarc]

Well this is the first video to make me want to try them out, especially the 30/18!

[@WARCHIEFf93]

Got the 18/30 and im happy af. That thing is a beast, ofc there are better amps out there but for it's money it's really good

[@dejongeblondegod]

I've ordered the 45 head end of april at my local dealer in Belgium but still no sign of it. Are they already shipped in other countries?

[@northof50now]

Pete, Mick, how did you get the clean tones from the 45? I picked one up, thanks to this vid and the one with the JTM45. But, my sample has zero headroom. I couldn't get my Strat, with vintage pickups, above volume 4 [on the guitar] without getting drive at any amp setting. I pulled one of the 12AX7 tubes and replaced with a12AT7 which helped. But the term "loud-clean" is far from what I am hearing. Thanks for any input. Love your vids here and TPS.

[@michaelbell75]

You have to keep the output between 1 and 12 wats (9 o clock) and adjust the volume knobs according. The more watts you start adding, the more it will compress and start to break up. The 45 has decent clean headroom but its two EL34s. If you are looking for classic Fender 6L6 or even 6V6 cleans and lots of headroom, you bought the wrong amp. These are basically JTM50s.

[@northof50now]

Thanks for the reply Michael. I would disagree that it has anything to do with the output control. [my sample anyway]. The "gain/clean" seems to be completely regulated by the Normal and Bright volume as well as the guitar volume. Also found out using either the Normal or Bright rather than "BOTH" input increases clean range. Replacing the 12ax7 tube really helped the amp warm up and removing the back opened the sound. Again, my sample sounds much better with the simple mods. Not looking for classic Fender cleans, but because is is not an array of EL84s, I was expecting some cleans. Having written all that, I really do like the amp. When I pair it with my Deluxe Reverb in a wet/dry rig-- the two are fantastic. I agree with the JTM50 comparison or maybe a Divided by 13 LDW17/39. Again, thanks for the post.

[@Chudhole]

Not right distortion at 12 38...the levels?

[@allbuzzedup1]

Two tasteful players...Mick..you are improving

[@hadin101]

Do you guys think the tone is different enough from a blues deluxe to run them together and compliment each other?

[@micktaylor8350]

Yep. The 18 channel in the 18/30 is a wonderful, mid push kind of sound. I really like it. Borderline love, in fact.

[@doctorskull8197]

Nice playing. But my style is similar to Johnny Thunders. That’s the demo I’d like to see.

[@livingabovethe12th]

kinda bummed that the natural Distortion characteristics of these two amps in this demo we're never explored as they were in the other Anderson bassbreaker demo

[@fredherrmann3241]

Love y'all. Sounds fantastic boys. Both of you lift my spirit Thx.🎸🎙️♥️🤓

[@srprice2383]

You want to be about to get the volume so it doesn't go louder, it just compresses? Why! That annoys me. I used to have my Marshall Vintage Modern up and it wouldn't go any louder, the knob past about 2/3 did nothing. I was boosting with an Fatboot on full and an RT overdrive on at the same time. Still barely loud enough. And you want that?

[@itsmorphed6416]

Is this pre petes purple tele ?

[@LEUNN_]

Man both are great guitar players it's crazy

[@johnbuxton2529]

I have a feeling that you`re going to sell these - especially the 18/30 - by the truckload.

[@steveymoon]

you guys are a great team... Fab demo.

[@miguelabreumacedo]

I think Mick stole Dan's Tele and replaced the pickguard so no one would notice... JK

[@noelzhu1986]

Dan's sounds so much better imo

[@andrewt248]

João Miguel Gomes ... and fixed the spot on the upper bout that got smashed with a flight case.

[@irockuroll60]

+andrewt248 funny how much you guys know about Internet players guitars. Must watch them a lot

[@MrNoouu]

João Miguel Gomes o

[@nitemunky76]

Got any idea how much these 2 amps weigh? Can't find any info on Fender's website.

[@omiska]

18/30 weighs 22.68 kg and the 45 weighs 24.95

[@TonyHookedonVanlife]

Jim Marshall used a Fender amp to make the first Marshall- so Fender did it too! LOL But seriously, I am totally digging this Bassbreaker amp series, I hope it sticks around for awhile.

[@TrippyTheShroom]

I doubt anyone will see it, but is the 18/30 playable in a home? Or is it far too loud.

[@irockuroll60]

Do you live alone? And what do you normally play at your house?

[@reggietito3261]

is the guy on the left on that pedal show??

[@austinmidwest7062]

+Reggie Tito yes he is

[@micktaylor8350]

Yep! It is me. Thanks for watching.

[@diyvince59]

+Mick Taylor can you and danish pete do a rig rundown of your own stuf?

[@reggietito3261]

+Richard Harrold lol

[@reggietito3261]

+Richard Harrold lol

[@jazz4asahel]

Is the Bassbreaker 46 combo okay for electric bass?

[@thechannelforeverything2170]

jazz4asahel That it is,just put the bass on the EQ on zero and put the wattage up at 45 and you're in for a good bass tone.

[@christosvasiliou219]

what pedal is he using while playing the les paul ?

[@willemkerpel1]

You two are monsters of players... Great great job guys!

[@micktaylor8350]

Thank you Willem, much appreciated!

[@bomdelux]

Them slick Mick licks...

[@conspiracypraticlelist3370]

If I did not have a Hot Rod Deluxe already I would give them a good look. great review.

[@dennisl501]

Best guitar duo ever. Period. 😊