Fender gdec 3 fifteen 15 watt combination guitar amplifier with mp3wav playback features. The fender gdec 3 comes with a software bundle including the fuse software that allows you to. Loads of effects that can be intimately tweakeda drum machine that can play a plethora of different rhythms a looper for some sweet layering goodness up to 90 secondsmidi. I played the new g dec 3 30 watt today, and holy carp, you gotta check one of these out. All messages on this forum express the views of the author and do not necessarily reflect the opinions of the fender forum andor its administration. The g dec is an ideal amplifier system for beginning guitarists who can easily learn to play in time and have fun from day one, and is great for the experienced musician as a song writing tool or. Fenders gdecs are average sounding amps until you give them an easy upgrade. For greater savings check out our used fender g dec 30 and get a great deal today. The g dec 15 offers a large variety of functions for what it is. Everything is computer and software based as far as editing and usbaility on this amp.
I really dont need an amp for gigs as i usually just play acoustic when the band gets together, but at some point in the distant future id like to play my electric with the band. The gdec 3 fifteen takes an exciting leap forward in technology and content with easy computer connectivity. An ondeck screen that lets you model your actual amp types. It seemed like a really cool amp with the backup tracks and all the options given by the included software. Or would you get something that is not discontinued like a mustang ii, or iii v2. View and download fender gdec software manual online.
New cover for fender g dec 3 15 amplifier, 0079547000. Upload and download usercreated amp presets and fendercreated presets. The functionality of fender fuse is greatly enhanced by the ability to share presets with other users. Fender gdec 15 easy steps to upgrade it and make it even. The gdec exec is a 15 watt amplifier with an 8 speaker but in threecolor sunburst maple cabinet, with an oxblood grille cloth and various accessories.
It was fun for a bit, but the midi loops got old quickly as did the phoney sounding amp models and effects. People have varied opinions about the gdec but if you want an amp that is a complete band to improvise with, its still one of the best you can get. As simple to learn as a new video game, the g dec has lots to offer for brandnewbies. The g dec series is modeling amps, with an audio processing chip to simulate classic guitar amps in a small package.
Fender gdec junior guitar digital entertainment center guitar. Packed with features, it includes digital amp and effects models for every playing style, 100 presetsmany created by the worlds top artists and session aces, and a huge collection of music to practice and play over. The sonic ability is there within the amps brain, it just has. This manual is your stepbystep guide to all the advanced features found on your g dec 3 amplifier. Our expertly trained sales engineers are ready to help. Navigate to the utility menu on the fender g dec 3 by holding the exit button for approximately 3 seconds. Does anyone know why fender discontinued the g dec amp. To import a single preset from an sd card to the fender g dec 3. The fender gdec guitar digital entertainment center is a family of teaching and practice amplifiers, manufactured by fender musical instruments corporation, that all feature amp modelling and effects, drumbass patterns, teaching and performance backing loops, internal synth with. Fender gdec 15 easy steps to upgrade it and make it even better. The g dec executive also makes learning guitar easy and fun. G dec 30 midi ports provide expanded functionality with your computer and other g dec 30 players. Amps fender g dec junior the g dec junior is a great little amp. There was a web site somewhere ill try to find the link where someone got a g dec i think the lower end one and found a fried diode in it, replaced it and bang it worked fine.
Nov 30, 2011 testing the g dec junior recently proved more fun than slashs stag night, so we have high hopes for its big brother. Editor software allows patch creation, tweaking, and backup. G dec 30 delivers worldclass fender tone and worldstandard fender. Mar 12, 2010 has anyone here been following the product release coverage over at the fender website. Buy guitar amplifiers in dubai, abu dhabi, uae feesheh. The gdec 3 fifteen takes an exciting leap forward in technology and. Fender gdec executive guitar digital entertainment center. Hal leonard fender g dec jimi hendrix smash hits guitar playalong songbooksd card. It is simple to use and comes with the fender fuse software that is easy to use as well as some other bundled software ableton live lite and amplitube fender le for real musicians that will take me a long while in order to benefit from. Exact procedures for these upgrades may vary and exact instructions will. Manuals are listed alphabetically by model and have been taken from our archives and converted into pdf documents. The headphone jack keeps things quiet if necessary. The gdec 3 thirty is an amazing, greatsounding new amp for practicing and recording.
For more info on connecting your pc to the gdec via an external midi interface please read the fender g dec midi operations guide. These upgrades will be transferred from your pc or mac to the g dec. Fender gdec 3 fifteen and 3 thirty winter namm 2010 demo. The fender forum is in no way affiliated with fender musical instrument corporation. Fender gdec guitar digital entertainment center guitar. The amplifier is unboxed but will be shipped out with adequate protection. If you had the chance to buy a mint condition fender gdec 30 would you. Usb connectivity instead of midi and fender fuse software to program the. Decided to try to pick the guitar up again after many false starts the last one about 7 years ago or so with a cheap acoustic.
Inside gdec you will find a versatile drummer, skilled bass player and flexible accompanist for virtually any style of music. Unfollow fender g dec to stop getting updates on your ebay feed. Fender gdec 3 fifteen 15w 1x8 guitar combo amp 40240172. Fender gdec junior guitar digital entertainment center guitar combo amplifier. Fender gdec junior guitar digital entertainment center guitar combo amplifier band included. Mode select startstop of backing tracks and phrase samples program select tuner select with 14 jack. Similar to the roland micro cube i repaired in the previous article, the g dec is more feature rich, with more amp models, a drum machine, and i beleive. I was hoping the g dec 3 would sound better that the previous g dec but i was disapointed by the sound and tone, especially the 15. He found them in a dumpster at some repair place could have been fender, im not sure. Est is the simplified version of lincontournable g dec 15, the first amplifier in the world to be a center vritable dentrainement.
Gdec junior is a 15 watt amplifier with an 8 speaker but sporting a. I got the boss js10, still trying to figure it out but it definitely doesnt sound as good as the fender g dec and im guessing it cant act as a drum machine like the g dec too. Its easier to use and its builtin speakers sound good but it really sounds great when you play it through a good sound system. Nov 21, 2007 at its heart the gdec is a modest 15watt modelling amplifier with an eightinch speaker and single tone and volume knobs, but it has as much signal processing power as fender. The original gdec is a 15 watt device with an 8 speaker. Fender champion 40 1x12 40watt combo amp sweetwater. My only concern is that they all seem to have only one input. It features 16 amp models, 15 special effects presets delay, chorus, flanger, etc, 15 drum and bass accompaniament loops, a metronome, and builtin tuner, and more. The g dec 3 fifteen is an amazing, greatsounding new amp for practicing and recording. Fender gdec 3 fifteen 15w 1x8 guitar combo amp musician. How do i import a preset from an sd card into the fender g. Both amps also include a phrase sampler, a chromatic tuner, and ableton live lite 8 fender edition recording software.
Fender gdec guitar digital entertainment center musicians. The 15 watt g dec 3 fifteen also boasts onboard mp3 and wav file storage and playback. I took it home and was really getting into it, it is a blast to play, granted the speakers fender ships their amps with are super, super cheap that is. Gdec 3 fifteen vs thirty fender stratocaster guitar forum. Screen the screen displays everything thats going on with fuse software owners manual on the g dec 3 dvd for details. Fender literally wrote the book on electric basses, laying the foundation for musical innovation and evolution. The fender g dec 3 thirty packs 30w of power into a 1x10 combo amp in fender s guitar digital entertainment center series. Trade and backup presets play midi files update g dec software if necessary front panel midi in and midi out ports g dec delivers worldclass fender tone and worldstandard fender quality. For information on using fender fuse, ableton live or amplitube, please see. Free shipping for your fender champion 40 1x12 40watt combo amp. Learning to play guitar can be hard, but the fender g dec guitar digital entertainment center makes it easy and fun. The g dec 3 thirty takes an exciting leap forward in technology and content with easy computer connectivity. Product owners manuals download copies of owners manuals for current and archived fender products.
The 30 definitlely sounds better than the 15 but i bought the boss js8 eband instead. Amps fender gdec junior the g dec junior is a great little amp. Its the most versatile tool for guitarists that ive ever seen. Crammed inside this incredibly small box is an entire band to jam with, the only thing needed is you. The fender g dec junior is the perfect way for you to jam with an entire band. Find great deals on ebay for fender g dec 30 and fender g dec 30 amp. Page 1 owners manual page 2 fender musical instruments corporation fender, g dec other trademarks are property of their respective owners page 3 play midi files update g dec software if necessary front panel midi in and midi out ports g dec delivers worldclass fender tone and worldstandard fender quality.
I recently purchased a pair of damaged fender g dec jr. In order to receive a sysex preset simply connect your g dec to the pc as described as in the fender g dec midi operations guide and initiate a single preset send from the utility menu on your g dec. Gdec through real speakers telecaster guitar forum. Theres no way i could write all about it without creating a book. Each of those has a couple different variations of the tone. Fender multifit cover for champ 110, xd series, and g dec 30.
But i am sure they meant it to be that way, allowing customers to replace it with a speaker of their choice. I purchased a display model gdec 3 15 from a shop and they said i could get the dvd online as they couldnt find it. It has 100 presents and has backing tracks preloaded. Fender forums view topic difference between old gdec. Jack van breen from guitar showcase puts the fender g dec practice amp through its paces. Fender gdec 3 thirty 30 watt guitar amp for sale online. Fender g dec 3 fifteen digital pr938 guitar amplifier 15w here we have a fender guitar amp,the overall condition is very good. This is the first allinone amp that features synthesized drum, bass, backing and teaching loops. Page 1 owners manual page 2 fender musical instruments corporation fender, gdec other trademarks are property of their respective owners page 3 play midi files update gdec software if necessary front panel midi in and midi out ports gdec delivers worldclass fender tone and worldstandard fender quality. Gdec 3 gdec guitar digital entertainment center includes everybody in the band but you.
The fender gdec 3 fifteen puts 15w of power into a 1x8 combo amp in fenders guitar digital entertainment center series. Page 3 the zip file with this application also includes a folder which includes individual sysex files for all of the default presets found in the g dec. Fender gdec 3 fifteen testing the g dec junior recently proved more fun than slashs stag night, so we have high hopes for its big brother. One of the things i picked out was a used fender g dec 15 not the newer g dec 3. The g dec 3 fifteen takes an exciting leap forward in technology and content with easy computer connectivity. Ableton live lite 8 fender edition studioquality recording software for creating and editing additional backing track content. Fender ult4 4button footswitch for gdec 30 and bdec 30 features. See and hear what the fender fuse software can do it. Contact wikipedia developers statistics cookie statement mobile view.
Why did fender discontinued the gdec the gear page. The fender g dec executive guitar digital entertainment center has a sumptuous sunburst finish on a real wood cabinet that fits into surroundings where the standard g dec might look out of place. The fender g dec guitar digital entertainment center is a family of teaching and practice amplifiers, manufactured by fender musical instruments corporation, that all feature amp modelling and effects, drumbass patterns, teaching and performance backing loops, internal synth with midi interface, tuner, phrase sampler. Its probably the best guitar teacherpractice amp ever. As simple to learn as a new video game, the g dec has lots to offer for brandnewbies, guitathletes, and songwritertypes alike. Page 22 section 4 upgrading g dec software from time to time fender may release newer versions of g dec software. All marketing hype aside, this seriously takes modeling amphs to a whole new level. Gdec is a warehouse of amplifiers and effects, and whats betterthese are. Fender g dec 3 fifteen digital guitar combo amplifier. The fender g dec 3 fifteen puts 15w of power into a 1x8 combo amp in fender s guitar digital entertainment center series.
The fender gdec guitar digital entertainment center is a family of teaching and practice. You can also follow fender on facebook, twitter, instagram, or youtube. Create, connect, and configure with this groundbreaking practice and recording amp. Shop for the fender g dec guitar digital entertainment center and receive free shipping on your order and the guaranteed lowest price. I am looking into getting a gdec 3 as it seems like a great tool for me to use at home to. And dont miss fender play, our complete app for learning to play acoustic and electric guitar, bass and ukulele. The fender forum is a privately owned and operated site. Fender gdec3 fifteen 15 watt guitar amp for sale online.
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