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Post subject: Bronco 75, 150, 350?
Posted: Wed Dec 14, 2011 7:55 pm
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I recently played a Bronco 40 Bass Amp at my local GC and loved it but I couldn't help but feel that I needed something with a little more beef and options. I could definitely go for more wattage power as well as more effects that can be tweaked through the Fender Fuse software or through an on-board LCD screen. Being familiar with the Mustang Guitar Amp series (and being a proud owner of A Mustang III), my question to anyone out there is (if anyone knows), are there going to be future additions to the Bronco Bass Amp series much in the same vein as the Mustang Guitar Amps did with the III, IV, and V amps? If anyone knows this I would definitely like to know in order to wait off buying the Bronco 40 for a much more powerful Bronco. Somewhere in the 100 - 150 Watt range (Hint, Hint Fender!)

Thank you for your time and I apologize in advance if this question has been asked already elsewhere in the forums.


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Posted: Thu Dec 15, 2011 9:08 pm
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Hey SW3,

I just picked up a Bronco 40 for practicing at home, jamming, and maybe a little recording. I was talking to the guy at GC who sold it to me and we discussed the thought of larger versions. I'm guessing it'll come down to how well these little guys sell, the number of bass players (like you) who raise the question about larger amps, and if Fender decided it's worth investigating. I'm a former owner of a Mustang IV myself, and i thought it was a great live amp, though some have complained it doesn't cut through a loud stage volume.

As I wrote a few days ago, I'm going to run this 40-watter through its paces and see if a larger version would be worth the money and larger size. The only thing I'll disagree with you is the wattage, at least for me, would have to be between 350-500 watts with either a 4-10", 2-12", or 1-15" speaker configuration. So you may be talking either a large combo or separate head/cab. Unless you're looking to play at coffeehouse levels or jam in the garage with some buddies, the power requirement I mentioned is pretty much the standard, especially if you're not running through a PA system.

It'll be very interesting to see how this project of Fender's goes in the coming months. BTW, thanks for the kind words, Loren. I am excited for Christmas, if anything to unpack the amp and begin playing through it. Good question SW3.


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Posted: Thu Dec 22, 2011 11:52 pm
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You've got a point there, iabssplyr.

It really does come down to how good these little puppies are and if the masses embrace it. As for its configuration, 350 - 500 Watts may be a little bit of overkill for me as I do play really small venues and sometimes without a drummer but if I ever needed more volume, I've got a good PA system to back me up. However, I wouldn't mind a 100 - 200 watt Bronco with a 1x15 or a 2x12 speaker setup. That is, for when I don't use a PA system, or when I'm just practicing, jamming, or recording. Kind of like the Fender Rumble 150 Combo that has been out for some time now. The only reason that I haven't bought the Rumble is because when I went to try it out, I found that there is (at least to my ears) some annoying compression that cannot be dialed out of the amp. Its just there and I feel it kind of sucks the power out of the sound. I don't know. Maybe its just me.

Anyways, It going to be interesting to see if and how Fender continues the Bronco Bass Amp series.

BTW, Let me know how that Bronco 40 turns out for ya . . .


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Posted: Sun Dec 25, 2011 4:35 pm
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Happy holidays, SW3, and thanks for the reply. I opened up the Bronco 40 today since I was forced to wait for Santa's arrival. I updated the firmware earlier in the week so she's ready to play. I haven't used the USB as of yet, just going through the presets to get an idea of what's already under the hood.

My hollow-bodied Beatłe bass probably isn't quite the one to do a proper demo with being its a one-trick pony (I just happen to loce the tone of that one trick), but I've liked what I've heard do far. The Bassman TV and Ampeg models are my two faves so far, but I've just scratched the surface. If you like perceived deep tones with a vintage vibe this amp has it in spades, though the SWR Redhead emulates a great clean and dry tone.

I also ran through the effects to see of everything worked, but didn't spend enough time to warrant an opinion. The compressor works if that's your thing. I like a bit and that will be a minor point made later.

The amp seems to be built very well, exhibiting a solid feel. I like what ice seen so far and wonder if this thing takes off like I suspect it will, could a 200-350 watt 2-10" or 1-15" combo be that far behind? Possibly separates like the Rumble with an available head to go along with the existing 4-10" cab? Hmm...better start saving for next Christmas!

I will be back with further thoughts and opinions as I run it throu its paces this coming week. Again, thanks for your interest.


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Posted: Fri Mar 09, 2012 10:11 pm
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Hi Guys!
I bought a Fender Bronco because I wanted to downsize from the 100w Fender Rumble.
What a terrific amp! I really like my Rumble, but it was too big and heavy for what I was doing (mostly Bluegrass jams in fairly small venues [I know, I know 'electric bass doesn't fit in Bluegrass jams' but it's all I got] :lol: and this has a Rumble preset in it, as well as a lot of others, which makes this amp very versatile indeed. At first I wasn't very impressed with it, but when I downloaded Fender Fuse and went online with it, it opened up a whole new world!
I, too was wondering if the bronco was going to come out with versions that have higher wattage, and I guess time will tell. Right now I am looking for an acoustic bass sound that will work better in a Bluegrass setting. Any ideas?


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Posted: Sun Mar 11, 2012 8:19 am
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Hey JF-1, nice to make your acquaintance! Welcome to our little group of Bronco 40 enthusiasts. I'm sure you've been happily surprised that the Bronco does a pretty decent mimic of the Rumble, though with less bottom compared to your 100's 15" speaker. I've started messing around with the scooped Rumble preset and it's not bad for a drier tone, unlike the Ampeg models.

BTW, there's nothing wrong with an electric bass in that traditional genre, IMHO. Everyone should be glad they've got someone holding down those root-5 notes! As for a good bluegrass tone, go back in this Bronco 40 forum and look for rickbass55's last entry, I believe, where he explains how he basically starts with a totally clean preset and then adds from there. I'd say take your Rumble or possibly SWR clean preset, follow what he's doing, and you'll most likely find the kind of tone you're looking for, after you put your own spin on it. For a traditional double bass sound I would probably start clean and then boost the low-mids up to fatten the tone.

rb55, what's your take on getting a bluegrass preset for our new friend?

Anyone else wish to join our bunch please drop us a line and we'll continue finding new ways to use this really fun tool.


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Posted: Wed Mar 14, 2012 5:47 pm
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iabssplyr wrote:
Hey JF-1, nice to make your acquaintance! Welcome to our little group of Bronco 40 enthusiasts. I'm sure you've been happily surprised that the Bronco does a pretty decent mimic of the Rumble, though with less bottom compared to your 100's 15" speaker. I've started messing around with the scooped Rumble preset and it's not bad for a drier tone, unlike the Ampeg models.

BTW, there's nothing wrong with an electric bass in that traditional genre, IMHO. Everyone should be glad they've got someone holding down those root-5 notes! As for a good bluegrass tone, go back in this Bronco 40 forum and look for rickbass55's last entry, I believe, where he explains how he basically starts with a totally clean preset and then adds from there. I'd say take your Rumble or possibly SWR clean preset, follow what he's doing, and you'll most likely find the kind of tone you're looking for, after you put your own spin on it. For a traditional double bass sound I would probably start clean and then boost the low-mids up to fatten the tone.

rb55, what's your take on getting a bluegrass preset for our new friend?

Anyone else wish to join our bunch please drop us a line and we'll continue finding new ways to use this really fun tool.


Maybe with a piece of foam under the strings near the bridge. With the Swr or the Kgb models (decrease highs, increase mids and lows), small room reverb or little short delay, idealy flatwounds strings. I will give a try soon for the double bass sound with a Squier VM Jaguar (flatwounds) and Warwick Rockbass Corvette $$ passive (roundwounds).


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