Champion™ 50XL – Fender - Amplifiers
Champion™ 50XL – Fender - Amplifiers
Champion™ 50XL – Fender - Amplifiers
Champion™ 50XL – Fender - Amplifiers
Last updated at 06/09/2026 10:38:36
Fender Champion 50XL | 2021 50-Watt Combo Amp
Delivery $85
Fender Champion 50XL
Delivery between 17–19 June $129
Fender Champion 50XL Guitar Amp
Free delivery
originally posted on musiciansfriend.com
Great little amp! For a couple hundred (less on sale), you're not likely to beat this compact and quality-built guitar amp. As a jazz guitarist, I was looking for a small and lightweight amp for intimate jazz club gigs. This little jewel fits the bill perfectly. It plays as nicely as my old Polytone... and is a heck of a lot lighter to carry. To my surprise, I prefer the tonal quality of the 50XL over my expensive boutique Henricksen and my DV Mark jazz amps (they will be up for sale soon). Yup, the sound from the 50XL is that good.The Champion 50XL is essentially a gussied-up 50-watt version of the classic-look Champion 40. Don't know whether Fender actually beefed up the amplifier circuitry, or simply performed a bit of specmanship in the Marketing Department, ... MoreGreat little amp! For a couple hundred (less on sale), you're not likely to beat this compact and quality-built guitar amp. As a jazz guitarist, I was looking for a small and lightweight amp for intimate jazz club gigs. This little jewel fits the bill perfectly. It plays as nicely as my old Polytone... and is a heck of a lot lighter to carry. To my surprise, I prefer the tonal quality of the 50XL over my expensive boutique Henricksen and my DV Mark jazz amps (they will be up for sale soon). Yup, the sound from the 50XL is that good.The Champion 50XL is essentially a gussied-up 50-watt version of the classic-look Champion 40. Don't know whether Fender actually beefed up the amplifier circuitry, or simply performed a bit of specmanship in the Marketing Department, but it has plenty of clean power for my needs. The Celestion speaker is actually quite nice and plays surprisingly clean for a classic British rocker design. However, I swapped it for a 12" Eminence 2512 Deltalite II and now this little box really cooks -- and it is as clean as a home stereo system. If more volume is needed, it is easy to mic to a PA (the smart move at most venues with any gear).I don't use reverb, effects or pedals, but I did try out the digital reverb and chorus and was pleased with the pleasant tones and available adjustments. I intended to close off the cabinet back to make it a fully sealed cabinet and expected to surround the interior with R13 insulation. But, the sound of this amp is so neutral and so pleasing when played clean that I decided to leave the cabinet in its stock configuration.I bought this amp on the enthusiastic recommendation of a fellow jazz guitarist. I expected to try it at home and probably send it back as a return. No way! I couldn't be more pleased with this great little amp. Highly recommended as a practice amp for any guitarist -- and it should work well for those players who need modest volumes on the gig. Well done, Fender!
originally posted on musiciansfriend.com
The reverb and or effects carry over to channel one so you dont loose them between channels.Channel one is super clean run you pedals here perhaps. Channel two of course is different amps and gain.If you just need to boost your leads you can probably leave your pedal board at home and just switch between the two once you balance them the way you like which is what I will do for jams. The Celestion speaker is really nice as opposed to a special design one speaker for all sounds. You can run the amp full volume but for my playing in groups wont need to dime it. Suited for clean jazz, blues yeah baby, country, gain rock. I just sold off my heavy tube amps and heavy solid state amps. I'm down to one good usable amp for my old needs. I do like channel one and the Twin ... MoreThe reverb and or effects carry over to channel one so you dont loose them between channels.Channel one is super clean run you pedals here perhaps. Channel two of course is different amps and gain.If you just need to boost your leads you can probably leave your pedal board at home and just switch between the two once you balance them the way you like which is what I will do for jams. The Celestion speaker is really nice as opposed to a special design one speaker for all sounds. You can run the amp full volume but for my playing in groups wont need to dime it. Suited for clean jazz, blues yeah baby, country, gain rock. I just sold off my heavy tube amps and heavy solid state amps. I'm down to one good usable amp for my old needs. I do like channel one and the Twin with compressor channel two, and just some plain reverb.
originally posted on guitarcenter.com
Great overall amp. The obvious comparison is the Boss Katana 50. I tried both and I found I could dial in a sound I like from the Champion easier than the Katana. The Katana has way more features and the connect-ability. I prefer just plug in and playing which was far easier with the Champion. One of the largest selling points for me was the headphone jack feature for silent playing. The Champion has it right in front of the control panel and it's a 3.5mm jack. The Katana has one but its on the back and it's a 1/4inch jack which would require an adapter to 3.5mm. The location and the fact that it's 1/4in jack gave the Champion the edge. I also preferred that taller design of the Champion. It made it more comfortable to reach and adjust. Some of the cons are the ... MoreGreat overall amp. The obvious comparison is the Boss Katana 50. I tried both and I found I could dial in a sound I like from the Champion easier than the Katana. The Katana has way more features and the connect-ability. I prefer just plug in and playing which was far easier with the Champion. One of the largest selling points for me was the headphone jack feature for silent playing. The Champion has it right in front of the control panel and it's a 3.5mm jack. The Katana has one but its on the back and it's a 1/4inch jack which would require an adapter to 3.5mm. The location and the fact that it's 1/4in jack gave the Champion the edge. I also preferred that taller design of the Champion. It made it more comfortable to reach and adjust. Some of the cons are the knobs. especially for the "voice" and the "fx-select". A rotary knob would make it far easier to select the presets. Fender does provide a 3 color LED light that changes when you reach the next model or effect. However, a rotary knob that stops at the preset would be a better. Another con is that the reverb effect is combined with chorus and delay. I would much prefer it to be on it's own rather than combined. This is something that the Katana has. Overall the Champion is great for home use and I would recommend it to someone that wants a good amp that is easy to just plug and play. If you want more effects and enjoy experimenting then the Boss Katana would be a better choice.
| Country Of Origin | CN |
| Amplifier Type | Digital |
| Control Knobs | Black Plastic |
| Inputs | One – 1/4′′ |
| Cabinet Material | 5/8′′ particleboard |
Fender Champion 50XL | 2021 50-Watt Combo Amp
Delivery $85
Fender Champion 50XL
Delivery between 17–19 June $129
Fender Champion 50XL Guitar Amp
Free delivery
Great little amp! For a couple hundred (less on sale), you're not likely to beat this compact and quality-built guitar amp. As a jazz guitarist, I was looking for a small and lightweight amp for intimate jazz club gigs. This little jewel fits the bill perfectly. It plays as nicely as my old Polytone... and is a heck of a lot lighter to carry. To my surprise, I prefer the tonal quality of the 50XL over my expensive boutique Henricksen and my DV Mark jazz amps (they will be up for sale soon). Yup, the sound from the 50XL is that good.The Champion 50XL is essentially a gussied-up 50-watt version of the classic-look Champion 40. Don't know whether Fender actually beefed up the amplifier circuitry, or simply performed a bit of specmanship in the Marketing Department, ... MoreGreat little amp! For a couple hundred (less on sale), you're not likely to beat this compact and quality-built guitar amp. As a jazz guitarist, I was looking for a small and lightweight amp for intimate jazz club gigs. This little jewel fits the bill perfectly. It plays as nicely as my old Polytone... and is a heck of a lot lighter to carry. To my surprise, I prefer the tonal quality of the 50XL over my expensive boutique Henricksen and my DV Mark jazz amps (they will be up for sale soon). Yup, the sound from the 50XL is that good.The Champion 50XL is essentially a gussied-up 50-watt version of the classic-look Champion 40. Don't know whether Fender actually beefed up the amplifier circuitry, or simply performed a bit of specmanship in the Marketing Department, but it has plenty of clean power for my needs. The Celestion speaker is actually quite nice and plays surprisingly clean for a classic British rocker design. However, I swapped it for a 12" Eminence 2512 Deltalite II and now this little box really cooks -- and it is as clean as a home stereo system. If more volume is needed, it is easy to mic to a PA (the smart move at most venues with any gear).I don't use reverb, effects or pedals, but I did try out the digital reverb and chorus and was pleased with the pleasant tones and available adjustments. I intended to close off the cabinet back to make it a fully sealed cabinet and expected to surround the interior with R13 insulation. But, the sound of this amp is so neutral and so pleasing when played clean that I decided to leave the cabinet in its stock configuration.I bought this amp on the enthusiastic recommendation of a fellow jazz guitarist. I expected to try it at home and probably send it back as a return. No way! I couldn't be more pleased with this great little amp. Highly recommended as a practice amp for any guitarist -- and it should work well for those players who need modest volumes on the gig. Well done, Fender!
The reverb and or effects carry over to channel one so you dont loose them between channels.Channel one is super clean run you pedals here perhaps. Channel two of course is different amps and gain.If you just need to boost your leads you can probably leave your pedal board at home and just switch between the two once you balance them the way you like which is what I will do for jams. The Celestion speaker is really nice as opposed to a special design one speaker for all sounds. You can run the amp full volume but for my playing in groups wont need to dime it. Suited for clean jazz, blues yeah baby, country, gain rock. I just sold off my heavy tube amps and heavy solid state amps. I'm down to one good usable amp for my old needs. I do like channel one and the Twin ... MoreThe reverb and or effects carry over to channel one so you dont loose them between channels.Channel one is super clean run you pedals here perhaps. Channel two of course is different amps and gain.If you just need to boost your leads you can probably leave your pedal board at home and just switch between the two once you balance them the way you like which is what I will do for jams. The Celestion speaker is really nice as opposed to a special design one speaker for all sounds. You can run the amp full volume but for my playing in groups wont need to dime it. Suited for clean jazz, blues yeah baby, country, gain rock. I just sold off my heavy tube amps and heavy solid state amps. I'm down to one good usable amp for my old needs. I do like channel one and the Twin with compressor channel two, and just some plain reverb.
Great overall amp. The obvious comparison is the Boss Katana 50. I tried both and I found I could dial in a sound I like from the Champion easier than the Katana. The Katana has way more features and the connect-ability. I prefer just plug in and playing which was far easier with the Champion. One of the largest selling points for me was the headphone jack feature for silent playing. The Champion has it right in front of the control panel and it's a 3.5mm jack. The Katana has one but its on the back and it's a 1/4inch jack which would require an adapter to 3.5mm. The location and the fact that it's 1/4in jack gave the Champion the edge. I also preferred that taller design of the Champion. It made it more comfortable to reach and adjust. Some of the cons are the ... MoreGreat overall amp. The obvious comparison is the Boss Katana 50. I tried both and I found I could dial in a sound I like from the Champion easier than the Katana. The Katana has way more features and the connect-ability. I prefer just plug in and playing which was far easier with the Champion. One of the largest selling points for me was the headphone jack feature for silent playing. The Champion has it right in front of the control panel and it's a 3.5mm jack. The Katana has one but its on the back and it's a 1/4inch jack which would require an adapter to 3.5mm. The location and the fact that it's 1/4in jack gave the Champion the edge. I also preferred that taller design of the Champion. It made it more comfortable to reach and adjust. Some of the cons are the knobs. especially for the "voice" and the "fx-select". A rotary knob would make it far easier to select the presets. Fender does provide a 3 color LED light that changes when you reach the next model or effect. However, a rotary knob that stops at the preset would be a better. Another con is that the reverb effect is combined with chorus and delay. I would much prefer it to be on it's own rather than combined. This is something that the Katana has. Overall the Champion is great for home use and I would recommend it to someone that wants a good amp that is easy to just plug and play. If you want more effects and enjoy experimenting then the Boss Katana would be a better choice.
I have had a Boss Nextone Amp for a couple of years and it's great. You can really dial in a great sound. I was looking to get a light, good sounding, and (relatively) inexpensive amp to throw in the truck when going to jam with friends. This amp works perfectly for what I was looking for. Just plug in and get that "Fender Clean" sound - No messing with 100 knobs. If you like tweaking your sound, there are plenty of options on channel 2. I would buy it again.
Back when I first started playing best part of three decades ago, budget priced equipment tended to be pretty poor. Truly impressed by the quality of this for the price - by comparison I remember paying over a hundred quid for a 15w Peavey donkeys years ago so pro rata this is cheap as - loads of features, far louder than what I’ll ever need it for at home, really is nice. Key points -- Effects are fairly nice- I will never use any of the distortion settings as I prefer my existing pedals through the clean channel but they’re not bad in their own right- plug detached from the amp completely which in my view is a good thing - less chance of putting stress on the flex when moving it around, and it won’t trail on the floor- loads of volume if you want it - sounds ... MoreBack when I first started playing best part of three decades ago, budget priced equipment tended to be pretty poor. Truly impressed by the quality of this for the price - by comparison I remember paying over a hundred quid for a 15w Peavey donkeys years ago so pro rata this is cheap as - loads of features, far louder than what I’ll ever need it for at home, really is nice. Key points -- Effects are fairly nice- I will never use any of the distortion settings as I prefer my existing pedals through the clean channel but they’re not bad in their own right- plug detached from the amp completely which in my view is a good thing - less chance of putting stress on the flex when moving it around, and it won’t trail on the floor- loads of volume if you want it - sounds great down low too- whisper quiet operation - no thuds when you turn on or insert the jacks, no background hum- Quality rugged construction- doesn’t come with footswitch - invest the extra thirty quid and buy one, if only for turning effects on and off (there’s no “on/off” switch on the amp for effects, only dials to change effect or turn down the levelGlad I didn’t plump for the 100w as never would have used it to full capacity - won’t fully use this either but it’s a lovely big chunky (but still relatively lightweight) unit which inspires a bit of confidence so would go bigger and keep the levels down rather than smaller and have to push them.Service was great, quick delivery, nothing damaged in transit etc.All in all a great experience.
I've had a number of "music room" amps including the Boss Katana 50. My favorite has been my Quilter 101 Mini head through an open back 1x12 with a Celestion. It's short comings are no aux. in or speaker canceling headphone jack. There are some cumberson work around's but then I discovered Champion 50xl and couldn't be happier. No changes or noise when using different amp settings as with the Katana. If you like infinite number of options and online whiz kid stuff then the Katana is your flavor. If you like easy, quick dial in the sound then this is it. Is it as robust as my Quilter? No but it comes really close and it's easy to use and dial in plus it's several hundred dollars cheaper than my Quilter.Love this combo. Enough power and tone for everything I play.
I usually don't leave comments, but feel I must let the frustrated AMP user know, yes Jessica there IS a Santa Claus! Was looking for an AMP that was "SIMPLE" - On channel 1 ONLY the volume is usable, I didn't check but probably the Bass & treble too! On Channel 1 the gain control is set and turning the knob does nothing, and none of the FX are accessible! I was so busy checking out Channel 2 that I didn't check to see if Treble & Bass could be adjusted. You have 12 "Voice Settings" and 13 FX Selections. So I checked out all 12 Voice Settings combined with all 13FX settings - add this to checking these out with a single coil Strat and a Jazz/Full Shred Charvel DK24. I feel this is one of the BEST choices I have made in electric guitar choices! The AMP sound ... MoreI usually don't leave comments, but feel I must let the frustrated AMP user know, yes Jessica there IS a Santa Claus! Was looking for an AMP that was "SIMPLE" - On channel 1 ONLY the volume is usable, I didn't check but probably the Bass & treble too! On Channel 1 the gain control is set and turning the knob does nothing, and none of the FX are accessible! I was so busy checking out Channel 2 that I didn't check to see if Treble & Bass could be adjusted. You have 12 "Voice Settings" and 13 FX Selections. So I checked out all 12 Voice Settings combined with all 13FX settings - add this to checking these out with a single coil Strat and a Jazz/Full Shred Charvel DK24. I feel this is one of the BEST choices I have made in electric guitar choices! The AMP sound CLEAN!!!! I Imagine Channel 1 would be great with an Accoustic as well! Don't have one though! Channel 2 is GREAT and I don't need any more than it has to offer. It is so uncomplicated & stress free! If you are an expert guitar player and can concentrate more on AMP settings, rather than playing, then go for the Katana 50 MKII, or the VOX Cambridge. I was thinking hard on all three. When I got to GC I had pretty much decided on the Fender Champion 50XL. The VOX Cambridge is $150 to $160 more, with only $10 between the Fender & Katana. Since what is on the AMP is all my mind can handle, I decided to go with the Fender 50XL. It has to be on of the simplest AMPS to operate. I do have an Ibanez Tube Screamer, and if I have a need I can look at other pedals down the road. I do plan on getting a Cry Baby! Latter down the road I might get more pedals, but for right now this AMP has all I need. The Celestion Speaker sound GREAT!I couldn't be happier - it is as loud as I need - It's EASY to learn - NONE of the settings sounded muddy, muffled, or shrill. If I was going to get an AMP that needs a lot of downloading, I would have gone with the VOX Cambride. Glad I traded in my old AMP!
I bought a Fender Champion XL 50 for a small light weight amp to bring to local jam sessions. I have to say I am not disappointed. I know there's no comparing solid state to tubesl when it comes to filling up a room with sound but this little amp cranks. It's closest competition is the Boss Katana and those are really nice. I like the ones I've played, but I'm really into that clean Fender sound and this amp has it in spades. You get the full range of cleans, from black or silver faces to tweeds. There's overdrive and high gain models in there too but as I said it's the cleans that sold me. It is a two channel amp, but I'm not sure why anyone would use the first channel as tall the digital goodies are on the second. That being said, the digital reverb in this amp ... MoreI bought a Fender Champion XL 50 for a small light weight amp to bring to local jam sessions. I have to say I am not disappointed. I know there's no comparing solid state to tubesl when it comes to filling up a room with sound but this little amp cranks. It's closest competition is the Boss Katana and those are really nice. I like the ones I've played, but I'm really into that clean Fender sound and this amp has it in spades. You get the full range of cleans, from black or silver faces to tweeds. There's overdrive and high gain models in there too but as I said it's the cleans that sold me. It is a two channel amp, but I'm not sure why anyone would use the first channel as tall the digital goodies are on the second. That being said, the digital reverb in this amp has a bit of a whistle I don't like. Instead I used the chorus on the amp and a Boss Fender Reverb pedal. If your playing on a stage lugging around a forty pound tube amp may be the thing to do, but for sitting around a garage with friends this amp will save your back and please your ears.
I'll start by saying SW service was great. They are my go to for online buying, reviews, info, etc. i love this amp for it's simplicity of use live vs. amps like the Katana. It's sound is fantastic and better and much fuller than any impression I got from online videos. After 1 year no issues, peculiar noise etc. A secret I discovered sound wise is to set channel 2 to clean, set gain at 3 o-clock and add distortion via pedals. The clean sound on channel 2 is much fuller than the actual Clean channel 1. Highly recommend this amp, highly recommend SW.
Use for home practice; much more power than needed that!. The 12 inch Celestion speaker does nice job presenting full range of sounds from my vintage SG. Headphone jack handy on front of unit. A lot of fun / lot of sound for a modestly priced, lightweight amp.Channel 1 is classic Fender sound, channel 2 lets you select between 12 different "voices" that range from pretty clean to quite overdriven / distorted. FX can be used on either channel. Between the voice selector and the FX you can achieve quite a wide range of sounds without buying and managing a lot of pedals. Fender 2 button footswitch (Fender PN 007135900, Guitar Center sells as Fender FM65DSP and Super-Champ XD Footswitch) works great with this amp to switch channels / turn FX on or off.
| Country Of Origin | CN |
| Amplifier Type | Digital |
| Control Knobs | Black Plastic |
| Inputs | One – 1/4′′ |
| Cabinet Material | 5/8′′ particleboard |
