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Fender Rumble Series Amps

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The Fender Rumble 500 2x10 500W Bass Combo Amp delivers massive tone and power in a portable package. Pumping out a ground-shaking 500W through two custom Eminence 10" speakers, this amp provides tight, punchy bass and defined mids along with a bright, articulate high end. A three-button voicing section lets you shape your tone, while the footswitchable overdrive adds a dose of grit and growl when you need to cut through the mix. Weighing in at only 36lb., the Rumble 500 is ideal for gigging and practice alike.

Custom-Designed Speakers Deliver Big Low End

The Rumble 500's twin 10" speakers were custom-designed by Eminence to provide extended low-frequency response and clear, balanced tone. Pushing 500W of power through these high-quality speakers results in tight, defined bass, warm mids, and bright, sparkling highs with plenty of volume on tap for any venue.

Footswitchable Overdrive Adds Dirt When You Need It

For extra aggression and punch, the Rumble 500 features a footswitchable overdrive circuit. Step on the optional footswitch to kick in the overdrive and unleash a dose of distortion tailored specifically for bass. Blend in as much overdrive as you want to add grit and sustain without losing low end. Release the footswitch to return to your clean tone.

Shape Your Sound with Onboard Voicing Options

A three-button voicing section provides tone-shaping options to suit any musical style. Select between a fast treble boost, a bass-heavy contour, or full-range flat response. You can also enable or disable the Bright switch to adjust high-frequency clarity. With all the onboard tone controls and voicing options, you have everything you need to craft your perfect bass sound.

Roadworthy and Ready to Rock

Weighing just 36.5lb., the Rumble 500 is ideal for gigging, rehearsals, and studio work. It features a durable plywood cabinet, reinforced corners, and recessed handles for maximum portability and protection. With 500W of power, the Rumble 500 packs enough punch for live shows while remaining compact and travel-friendly.

Fender Rumble 500 2x10 500W Bass Combo Amp
Fender Rumble 500 2x10 500W Bass Combo Amp
Fender Rumble 500 2x10 500W Bass Combo Amp

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  • Power: 500W (4 ohms)/350W (8 ohms)
  • Speakers: 2x10" Eminence; one compression tweeter
  • Single channel
  • Controls: Gain, Bright on/off, Contour on/off, Vintage on/off, Drive, Overdrive on/off, Level, Bass, Low-Mid, High-Mid, Treble, Master Volume
  • XLR line out
  • AUX input
  • Headphone output
  • FX loop
  • Dimensions: 23" x 19" x 14"
  • Weight: 36.5 lb.
  • Footswitch optional
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4.66

109 Reviews

95%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend

I love this amp, made my tone 10x better!
I love this amp, made my tone 10x better!
Great Little Amp
I would recommend this amp for small to medium venues.
Fender Rumble v3 500
My Back Thanks You Fender
So far so good
A-1 !!!!!!
Love my Fender Rumble 500

Most Liked Positive Review

5

Love my Fender Rumble 500

I purchased the Fender Rumble 500 a few weeks ago and used it for the first time today at an outdoor event. I was totally pleased with this amp. It had way more power I would need. The main reason I purchased it was its lightweight 36 pounds. I can carry my bass and this amp in one trip. I had the master volume at "2"and I was plenty loud. I was totally pleased with it. I always loved the classic Fender look (I have a 1966 Bassman as well, and a Fender 112 Plus). I actually purchased the Fender Rumble 200 (1-15", 200 watts) before this and later noticed that the Rumble 500 (2-10", 500 watts) utilized the same exact cabinet, yet for $100 more I have more than twice the power at the same weight. My local Guitar Center had the Rumble 200 and Rumble 100 (1-12", 100 watts, 22 pounds) in the showroom and, because I wanted something with power, I purchased the Rumble 200. If, the Rumble 500 was there, I would have purchased it at the time. I'm considering purchasing the Rumble 100 for rehearsal use. At 100 watts and 22 pounds weight, it is a great portable amp. Depending on your situation, I would not hesitate to recommend any of the Fender Rumble bass amps. DESIGN CONSIDERATIONS: I would prefer the controls at the front of the amp, not the rear. I would also add an AC outlet (for devices, such as pedal tuner, pedal board, etc). I would also add a compartment on the back to keep, at least, the amp power cable and possibly, accessories (tuner, power strip, etc). Just a thought.

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Most Liked Negative Review

2

Great amp if not for the scratchy pots

The amp puts out a great tone, and I would have loved to keep it, except the volume pot was scratchy. I went through FOUR of these amps with a scratchy volume pot before I finally returned it and went with the GK MB212-ii, which I've not regretted for one second. I guess I just went through a bad batch because these have great reviews everywhere.. Just not from me.

Filters

Best Uses

  1. Performances80
  2. Outdoor Events / Games58
  3. Home Studio54
  4. Amateur Recording35
  5. Professional Recording25

Cons

  1. Difficult To Use2
  2. Limited Functions2
  3. Poor Sound Quality2
  4. Weak2
  5. Weak bass response1

Describe Yourself

  1. Experienced51
  2. Professional Musician38
  3. Novice11
  4. Child1

Pros

  1. Excellent Sound90
  2. Portable90
  3. Easy To Use87
  4. Good Power Output85
  5. Warm / Comfy69

Reviewed by 109 customers

  • Like it so much I bought another

    5

    submitted2 months ago

    byJR

    fromArkansas

    We got the first one for the band bass player-- we are quite loud (heavy rock) and it holds its own for practice. For shows, we DI out to two 12 in subs with a sub controller OR the house PA, and this setup covers it all. Bass player uses a preamp pedal. As for the second Rumble 500 we bought--- this is used for guitar. I use a line out of my guitar amp into the input jack of the Rumble. I add color by using the vintage and bright settings because It adds a unique character, lots of volume and palpable power to my guitar tone. These little amps are pretty cool in my opinion. From what I had been reading on these reviews, it is best to buy the extended warranty, which we did.

  • Great amp for the price, love the weight and tone.

    4

    submitted7 months ago

    byDon

    fromAlgonquin, IL

    I use this amp without any extension. I have a Aguilar Tone hammer, and Fender P-bass, and I love the tone. The Vintage button is awesome. If you are playing somewhere you need more power, you will have FOH Di anyway. But is super loud and fat to me.

  • Light weight and super versatile

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted7 months ago

    byJohn

    fromAurora CO

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    Fender doesn't disappoint. The Rumble 500 is powerful and has a ton of tonal options on board. Also some nice practical additions like aux in and headphone out. Light only 40 lbs or so. I looked at some other options, but the weight of the other amps I liked were 80-100 lbs.

  • Fender rumble 500

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted9 months ago

    byBrian

    fromMansfield ohio

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    Light,loud and plenty of power!!!

  • Sounds so good but I am a GK man

    3

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitteda year ago

    byEddie

    fromSaginaw, MI

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    This rumble 500 actually has excellent tone that I enjoyed playing for one day. This isn't my 1st time buying one. It's actually my second time buying this combo. I love the weight, size feel and everything about it. I am afraid that I will damage it with the amount of bass that I desire from my down tuned 5 string. So I returned it both times. I replaced it with a GK mb410 and couldn't be happier. That is my 4th GK rig and that is where I will stay. #sweepstakes

  • I love this amp, made my tone 10x better!

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitteda year ago

    byOwen

    fromTehachapi CA

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    I use it for gigs and practice great for both, plenty loud. The direct output is the best I have ever heard, it captures the tone very well, I like that it passes through the EQ before the DI unlike other amps I have used, it makes the sound through a PA much better. The 4 band EQ is great and gives you plenty of options for tone,. It even distorts well.

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  • submitted24 days ago

    asked byJerico

    fromSanjose , Ca

    Can I add 210 4ohm cab with my 500watts? Will it give me more power loud clean bass amp?

    Can I add 210 4ohm cab with my 500watts? Will it give me more power loud clean bass amp?

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    Can you add a 4 ohm cabinet to a Rumble 500? Unfortunately, no.

  • submitted2 years ago

    asked byTerry

    fromCincinnati Ohio

    Can I add another cabinet to this combo amp, such as a 15' fender cabinet?

    Can I add another cabinet to this combo amp, such as a 15' fender cabinet?

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    Yes. The Fender Rumble 500 runs 8 ohms out of the box, The extension cabinet will need to be 8 ohms.

  • submitted2 years ago

    asked byTim

    fromOrlando fl

    Thinking of adding a 4 10 cabinet..do I have to which from 8 to 4 oms

    Thinking of adding a 4 10 cabinet..do I have to which from 8 to 4 oms

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    The 4 x 10 will need to be 8 ohms.

  • submitted2 years ago

    asked byMarius

    fromAuburn, PA

    I have read above that after your Warranty is Done...You CAN NOT ever get this Cabinet REPAIRED by ANYONE and it would become JUST A COFFEE TABLE or LANDFILL!!! Is this Correct???

    I have read above that after your Warranty is Done...You CAN NOT ever get this Cabinet REPAIRED by ANYONE and it would become JUST A COFFEE TABLE or LANDFILL!!! Is this Correct???

    Open Reply - Gear-Advisor
    No it isn't.

  • submitted2 years ago

    asked byTimothy

    fromSeattle Washington

    How much watts do the 500 put out without extra cabinet

    How much watts do the 500 put out without extra cabinet

    Open Reply - Thomas
    ""Power: 500W (4 ohms)/350W (8 ohms)""

  • submitted2 years ago

    asked byRed

    fromHampton, Va.

    How much does this amp weigh

    How much does this amp weigh

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    The Rumble 500 is 36.5 lbs

  • submitted3 years ago

    asked byDeano

    fromkC Missouri

    Is rumble 500 solid state or tube amp?

    Is rumble 500 solid state or tube amp?

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    This is a Solid State amp

  • submitted3 years ago

    asked byalan

    fromWADLEY AL

    CAN I GET A FITTED COVER WITH IT

    CAN I GET A FITTED COVER WITH IT

    Open Reply - Thomas
    Please see "Fender Rumble 200/500/Stage Bass Amp Cover"