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PG's Rebecca Dirks is On Location at the Fender Visitor Center for an exclusive first look at Fender's first ever signature amp line. Listen to the EC Vibro-Champ, EC Tremolux, and EC Twinolux in our demo.

All three amps are handmade in the United States (watch our video of one being made inside the factory), with interesting mods under the hood specified by Clapton himself. These include a ’50s-era output tube bias tremolo circuit (which produces a more throbbing pulse than later Fender tremolo circuits) and a switchable power attenuator that reduces speaker output (and can disable one speaker in EC Twinolux for even lower output).

Vibro-Champ MSRP $1,399 (MAP $999)
Tremolux MSRP $2,799.99 (MAP $1,999)
Twinolux MSRP $4,199.99 (MAP $2,999)

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Paul on 02/15/2013	I bought one because I wanted a good tweed amp with term that was night and sounded great...this ticked all the boxes...dont buy it to sound like Clapton...buy it if it inspires you to sound like you
Carlos on 10/04/2012	59 bassman ltd. sorry for that and other typos.
Carlos on 10/04/2012	Picked up the twinolux on eBay for 2100 plus shipping. And because I dislike the harsh sounds that come from groove tubes and electroharmonics, I then put nos rca black plate rectifiers and power tubes in it as well as nos Mullard 12ax7s in the preamp (another 500 in investment). This amp is absolutely hands down one of the tonally best amps I have ever played . With the amp volume at two o clock with no pedals straight in and with a master built Clapton strat volume at 7 I get a beautiful warm clean that's just slightly on the verge of showing some dirt (it's a tweed alright). Using the mid boost built into the guitar to push into distortion and this baby sounds amazing and sustains notes wonderfully. Certainly not a one trick pony, I can get a wide range of tones and sounds depending on what position I use on my strats pickups and manipulation of the guitars volume knob and mid boost circuit. The tremolo sounds wonderful but how many sings can you se that for? The built in power attenuator is awesome. I play it at half power with both speakers on and it's perfect volume for bar gigs. I have to say that I had a 57 tweed twin ri and got rid of it bc I thought it was inferior to the 59 bandsman to ltd which is what I've been using up until now . This amp sounds amazing
John on 06/03/2012	Just got a New Twinolux... Beats the hell out of the New Vibro King! Killer Blues Amp for Sure...has nothing to do with the EC Patch on the Grille! I know, I own them both...
Haters on 05/08/2012	The 57 Champ Reissue costs roughly $100 less than the EC Vibro Champ. It doesn't have tremolo or built in attenuation. Aside from that these amps are identical. There are numerous rave reviews for the 57 Reissue and mostly criticism for the EC Vibro Champ. So the problem appears to be that the tremolo, attenuator, and "EC" badge just ruin the Vibro Champ. Especially for two features that would cost you much more than $100 to retrofit to the 57 Champ Reissue. Lol, Fender nailed-it in 57; they nailed-it in '06 with the 57 Reissue; but the added features and that "EC" plaque just ruin this one. Gimme a break! Yes, it is expensive. So are Ferraris. I don't care if you made or bought a homemade car that handles as well or is as fast as a Ferrari because at the end of the day, it's still not a Ferrari. These are handmade Fender amps crafted in their best facility. They not only pay tribute to their legacy, they are part of it. Go buy your exclusive boutique or do-it-yourself amp if you want. I'll take the Ferrari and you can hate it all day as I drive on without a care. I love the ignorant claims like, "You can only sound like Eric Clapton with this amp!" If that were true, Fender would sell millions of these. Will I be able to play like David Gilmour if I buy his signature strat? Furthermore, let's see all of your credentials.
NH Ampman on 02/06/2012	I build high end tweed reproductions, and these amps have cheap pacific rim parts everywhere. The bean counters at Fender have done a total disservice to Leo's heritage.
Tony on 12/31/2011	I just bought an EC Vibro-Champ, whilst the Christmas/Boxing Day sales were in full swing, from my local dealer here in Canada. This really is a heckuva little amp. It is beautifully made and sounds fantastic. Just turn the volume up to '12' and dial in your guitar to whatever suits your taste ....and away you go. Switch the 'trem' on or off as you please. I have the amp sandwiched between an original '63 Vibroverb and a blonde VibroKing at the moment, and believe me, this little devil gives nothing away. It may be a different amp but the pedigree, the breeding and the DNA are all amazingly present. Expensive? I paid well under $900 for my brand new one. I have no issues whatsoever.
James on 12/02/2011	Good sounds, for sure. Too pricey, though. I disagree with the comments regarding the relative pricing in the 50s versus now. Production is much more streamlined these days, so prices CAN be brought down somewhat from what they're asking. I'd own one (EC Vibro-Champ or Tremolux) if the price was right. I'll wait for a used one to pop up and see.
Matt on 11/30/2011	Rebecca, marry me ! :p
Derek on 11/25/2011	+1, kevin! Eric Clapton is nothing more than a LABLE today. His shows are boring and his fenderesque sound is weak. Just remember guys, no money can buy you talent and no amp can help you to get rid of hours and days and years of practice. Let your talent shine through stage glow, not your amp's lable' shield.

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