Gallery
Description
Specs
Reviews
Q&A

Videos (2)

View All
Introducing the Mustang GTX Series | Fender Amplifiers | Fender

Introducing the Mustang GTX Series | Fender Amplifiers | Fender

Fender Mustang GTX Combo Amp

Fender Mustang GTX Combo Amp

Description

The Fender Mustang GTX50 is a pioneering guitar amp with unprecedented power and flexibility. This 50-watt, 1x12 combo amp features upgraded amp, speaker and cabinet modeling technology for stunningly authentic tones and an intuitive full-color display for easy navigation of its extensive features. With 200 presets and the ability to put effects anywhere in the signal chain, the Mustang GTX50 delivers the guitar tones you need for any musical style.

Ultrarealistic Amplifier and Effects Modeling

The Mustang GTX50 features Fender's latest amp and effects modeling for incredibly lifelike emulations of world-class tube amps, vintage combos and coveted stompboxes. With dozens of amp models—including '57 Deluxe, '65 Twin Reverb and '68 Custom Princeton—and a huge range of effects like overdrive, distortion, modulation, delay, reverb and more, you'll have a universe of iconic tones at your fingertips.

Unparalleled Tonal Flexibility

The Mustang GTX50 gives you complete control over your tone with the ability to place effects anywhere in the signal chain. Easily adjust the sequence of effects or swap their positions with the press of a button on the amp or using the Fender Tone 3.0 app. With 200 presets covering a wide range of musical styles, you can craft your perfect tone or choose a preset to get started. Save your favorite sounds to presets for instant recall whenever inspiration strikes.

Cutting-Edge Connectivity

The Mustang GTX50 features Wi-Fi, Bluetooth and USB connectivity for an unrivaled level of control and convenience. Connect to the free Fender Tone 3.0 app on your iOS or Android device for a hyperrealistic amp interface, deep editing features and access to the Fender Tone community to download new presets. The amp's Wi-Fi capabilities provide automatic updates to ensure you always have the latest software and tones. Stream your favorite songs over Bluetooth and jam along to your heart's content.

Stage-Ready and Built to Last

The Mustang GTX50's rugged enclosure and 12" Celestion speaker provide powerful, gig-worthy volume and tone. Stereo XLR outputs, stereo effects loop and optional footswitch provide pro-level connectivity for live performance and recording applications. Road-tested and ready to rock, the Mustang GTX50 delivers legendary Fender tone and innovation in a durable amp designed for a lifetime of music making.

Open Box Fender Mustang GTX 50 50W 1x12 Guitar Combo Amp Level 1 Black
Open Box Fender Mustang GTX 50 50W 1x12 Guitar Combo Amp Level 1 Black
Open Box Fender Mustang GTX 50 50W 1x12 Guitar Combo Amp Level 1 Black

Specs

  • Power: 50W (solid state)
  • Speaker: 1x12" Celestion
  • Bluetooth audio streaming
  • 60-second looper
  • Stereo XLR line outputs
  • Built-in Wi-Fi for updates
  • Editing with Fender TONE app for iOS and Android
  • Dimensions: 19.25" x 17" x 9"
  • Weight: 19.5 lb.

Reviews

4.63

65 Reviews

89%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend

Excellent amp
Brilliant Fender amp modelling done just right
This is the Third Mustang Amp I have owned. By far the best!

Most Liked Positive Review

5

Great Tones and Easy to Learn It's Capabilities!

I purchased the Fender Mustang GTX50 several weeks ago at my local Guitar Center and wanted to work with it for a few weeks before doing a review of this modeling combo amplifier. First off, what do I love about this amp! 1- Great sound and a ton of great sounding amp models. 2- Very easy to understand control layout and anything you don't understand is covered in pretty good detail in the online manual. 3- The 12" Celestron speaker is awesome though I haven't really pushed it yet, as about 50% volume is about my limit in the room, I play in. 4- The process of connecting to my router and the web was very easy. 5- The fact that it is easy to update the software and hopefully it continues to be updated for many years to come. 6- That Fender and the online community provide tons of great sounding models and setups to get the sound you like. What could be better! 1- My only real problem and it now seems to matter a little less with time, is connecting it to the Bluetooth, and that was really aggravating for the first few days. I have many Bluetooth enabled items in my home, and that I interact with every day with my phone, TV, computer, vehicles, stereo, and Fender Micro Mustang and they are all awesome and require nothing but turning on the Bluetooth and plug and play. The Mustang GTX50 took me two days to finally understand the sequence and hoops I have to jump through to connect and get Bluetooth to talk between the GTX50 and either my computer or my phone. 2- There is a major lag when trying to play along with Bluetooth with backing tracks from either the phone or computer, yet no lag with the Micro Mustang. 3- The problem with the lag is known by Fender and hopefully this concern and the connection process will be addressed in a firmware update in the future. Note: As a work around for the Bluetooth streaming from a computer or phone and avoiding all the lag issues just connect a USB to 3.5mm cable to the AUX port on the GTX50 and have fun. Would I recommend this amplifier? Yes, even with the Bluetooth issues it is a great sounding amplifier. EDIT: I've changed my 4-star rating to a 5-star rating, as I've found a way to connect to the Bluetooth 100% of the time and it seems this works for everyone I've shared it with after I read of the process. First, if not already done update the GTX to the latest firmware version. Second, if you have Fender Tone 3.0 installed of your tablet or phone, delete it and install the latest version. Third, turn off your phone or tablets Wi-Fi. Fourth, turn off the GTX, turn on and wait until the Fender logo appears, the turn off again. You may or may not need to turn off your wi-fi on your phone or tablet depending on if it is an Apple or Android.

VS

Most Liked Negative Review

3

The Good, the Bad, and the Awful

The good news is the Fender presets, particularly the clean ones. Pretty much the whole Fender range is available. The more overdriven sounds seem fizzy, like a bad multi-effects pedal I used to know. But you can adjust the effects and clean stuff up. This brings us to the bad news, and the bad news is really awful. It's the Bluetooth connectivity. You keep having to redo it and redo it. Your amp says the Bluetooth is on. Your phone says it can't connect. Then the phone says you are connected, but you're not. Aside from regularly refusing to connect, it also causes the amp to cut off and on. (According to some of the many, many people who are discussing this problem online, this is due to the Wifi interfering with the Bluetooth.) The manuals are not particularly helpful on this. This spotty app connectivity and the amp flickering off and on would be a nightmare in a professional situation, like a live show or studio time on the clock. "Scuse me, ladies and gents, while I tinker with the *x?/!!* phone, download a firmware update, and then tinker some more." The work-around is: Use the WiFi AT HOME to periodically update the firmware, and use the Bluetooth AT HOME to place your favorite presets at the top of the list. Otherwise, outside the house, turn off the Bluetooth and Wifi. I ended up using only the Fender clean presets. For overdrive and distortion, connect pedals to the amp input. For reverb and such, wire these pedals into the effects loop. I can tell you right now, first time out with this amp, at a large club in Manhattan, I will be using mostly the Fender Deluxe presets, a PackRat at the front end, and a Blue Sky Reverb in the loop. DO NOT TRY TO GIG USING THE APP. Once you have the presets where you want them, turn all that *x?/!!* off.

Filters
Best Uses
  1. Home Studio48
  2. Amateur Recording25
  3. Performances23
  4. Outdoor Events / Games12
  5. Professional Recording6
Cons
  1. Difficult To Use5
  2. Limited Functions2
  3. Poor Sound Quality1
  4. Some effects produce a lot of hum1
  5. Weak1
Describe Yourself
  1. Experienced33
  2. Novice22
  3. Professional Musician8
  4. Child1
Pros
  1. Excellent Sound50
  2. Easy To Use47
  3. Portable41
  4. Good Power Output39
  5. Warm / Comfy24

Reviewed by 65 customers

  • Tons of Presets!

    5

    submitteda month ago

    byMarc

    fromBaltimore

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    I was looking for an intermediate amp to use when not using my Fender Mustang Micro and this is perfect! Tons of presets that I can then edit to personalized.

  • Great Amp

    5

    submitted3 months ago

    byPaul

    fromSan Bernardino Ca

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    Great Amp lots of power and functions.

  • Bought for Grandson, huge hit.

    5

    submitted4 months ago

    byPaul

    fromColleyville, TX

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    Bought for Grandson. He was ecstatic and loves it.

  • They made it right

    5

    submitted7 months ago

    byBrian

    fromMount Laurel, NJ

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    #sweepstakes I ordered this used and the headphone jack was broken. They gave me a new one in exchange for a few bucks more.

  • GTX 50 is a good bang for the buck.

    5

    submitted8 months ago

    byMichael

    fromDenver CO

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    I picked up the GTX50 to replace an older amp. This has some great features built in. Setup was easy and the the sound is great. The power is more than I need.

  • Fantastic beginner amp for home practice!

    5

    submitted8 months ago

    byKenneth

    fromAtlanta, GA

    I bought this amp back in 2021 when i got really into playing guitar. I began with a Mustang LT25, but i wanted a little more variety and power in my sound. This amp definitely delivers that. The factory presets were not particularly my favorite, so i filled them with my own. Tinker with it, and find what speaks to you, and you will enjoy using this amp. Some of the effects sound rather low quality, but again the settings are quite dynamic and you can achieve something that sounds quite nice. I would definitely recommend this amp to anyone starting out!

Q&A

Have a question about this product? Our expert Gear Advisers have the answers.

  • submitted2 years ago

    asked byBluezkat

    fromAsheville, NC

    Does the 50 Watt GTX provide decent low end bass tone?

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    Not especially. Fender is known for it's brightness ( think country) and has an open back. Open back cabinets do not lend themselves to lows.

  • submitted3 years ago

    asked bylandon m

    fromLGTX

    Is this amp good to go to from a Mustang LT25?

    Open Reply - Gear-Adviser
    Absolutely yes.

  • submitted3 years ago

    asked byGuitartapping Rd

    fromLake arrowhead

    Can a can a piano or synth be ampliphied by this amp

    Open Reply - Gear-Adviser
    Yes.

  • submitted3 years ago

    asked byBlues jammer

    fromLake arrowhead, ca

    Is a bass guitar compatible with this amp?

    Open Reply - Gear-Adviser
    It will 'work. It doesn't do low frequencies well and if you turn it up there's a good chance you'll blow the speaker.

  • submitted3 years ago

    asked byJeff

    fromPortland

    Is this amp loud enough for a garage band and small venue gigs?

    Open Reply - Ronald
    You would have to push it, but it should be big enough for small venues. But only the smallest. Middle sized venues would be a bit iffy.

  • submitted3 years ago

    asked bygg

    fromConnecticut

    If using the headphone output, does this cancel the line out option or just the speaker? I want to record directly from this amp but use the headphone out to monitor it without the speaker being active.

    Open Reply - Thomas
    No..You're good.

  • submitted3 years ago

    asked byEdward

    fromStorrs Ct.

    Does this amp come with a manufacturer warranty

    Open Reply - Thomas
    Five Years

  • submitted3 years ago

    asked byEdward

    fromStorrs Ct.

    Does work with acoustic guitar

    Open Reply - Thomas
    Yes

  • submitted3 years ago

    asked byBob

    fromPhoenix, AZ

    Does the Mustang 50 have a headphone jack?

    Open Reply - Thomas
    Yes

  • submitted4 years ago

    asked byStrat

    fromBR

    Does the gtx 100 has a di built in the xrl out? If so, which line out do I use R or L

    Open Reply - Thomas
    Either one unless you want a stereo output.
  • Previous
  • 1
  • 2
  • Next