FENDER INTRODUCES NEW BRONCO 40 BASS AMPLIFIER

Groundbreaking amp offers cutting-edge technology and unlimited preset storage

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz.  (Aug. 2, 2011) – The new Fender Bronco 40 bass amplifier provides a wealth of technology and inspiring tones. This compact bass amp is loaded with 24 versatile presets of amps and built-in effects that make it any bassist’s ultimate practice and recording companion.

The Bronco 40 offers unique features at an incredible value, such as computer connecting via USB to engage the exclusive Fender® FUSE™ software interface, which lets you customize and store a wide variety of parameters. Fender® FUSE™ is the key to creating, connecting and configuring your Bronco 40 by downloading and uploading presets, deep parameter editing, unlimited preset storage (to your computer) and assigning your amps and effects just the way you like them. 

Other features include a single punchy Fender Special Design 10” speaker, eight distinctive amp models, digital effects (including chorus, reverb, delay, envelope filter, flanger, phaser, octave and more with Fender Fuse), compressor, chromatic tuner, auxiliary input, headphone jack, XLR output and optional single-button footswitch (stores two quick-access presets).

“No other amp offers this combination of excitement, fun, in-depth editing and recording options,” said Jay Piccirillo, Sr. Product Manager for Fender bass amplification. “The Bronco 40 is an amazing value for bass players who enjoy having sonic options that enhance their creativity,” he added.

The Bronco 40 is available at authorized Fender dealers for a manufacturer’s suggested retail price (MSRP) of $349.99. For more information, and to locate a dealer near you, go to www.fender.com.