The Fender Rumble 25 is a compact bass combo that is designed for home practice and comes with a range of practical features. Its speaker and amplifier are housed in a single unit, saving space and making the combo easy to transport. Fender is a brand with a long tradition, so it's no surprise that the Rumble 25 produces a sound that feels far more powerful than its size and output would suggest. A three-band EQ section provides access to a broad palette of sounds, and the control panel additionally includes a headphone output for those late-night practice sessions; beginners will doubtless also appreciate the fact that the Rumble 25, a bass, and the necessary accessories are available as part of an attractively priced starter package.
An 8" speaker, manufactured specifically for Fender, and a 25-watt transistor amplifier form the core of the Rumble 25. Its powerful basic sound can be shaped to suit the player's taste using the effective three-band EQ with controls for bass, mid, and treble. Alongside the instrument input, a pair of headphones can be connected via a 6.3mm jack, and the 3.5mm AUX input allows an external music source, such as a mobile phone, to be played through the combo. Despite this combo's affordable price point, Fender has also not cut any corners in terms of visual aesthetics, and has given the Rumble 25 a highly authentic appearance that echoes the timeless elegance of the company's larger amplifiers, including the black vinyl covering and silver grille cloth.
The Fender Rumble 25 is primarily aimed at beginners who are taking their first steps on the bass but still want a powerful, full-bodied sound. Its low weight is an advantage, especially for children and teenagers, yet the Rumble 25 is equally appealing to anyone in need of a small and space-saving practice combo. In smaller flats or apartments, every metre counts, and the Rumble 25 can be tucked away under a bed or stored in a cupboard without any difficulty.
Fender is without doubt one of the most legendary guitar and amplifier manufacturers of all time. The company was founded in 1946 by its namesake Leo Fender († 1991), whose innovative ideas brought a breath of fresh air into the musical world. His Telecaster, Stratocaster, Precision Bass, and Jazz Bass are not only classics – they also continue to shape the styles of musicians in countless genres to this day. Timeless Fender amplifier models such as the Bassman, Twin, Deluxe, and Princeton also enjoy a stellar reputation. Besides maintaining its classic product portfolio, however, the company is also constantly developing new products that make Fender a driving force in today’s music industry.
When starting to play an instrument, it's often tempting to continue practising late into the night, but this can quickly lead to problems if parents, siblings, flatmates, or neighbours begin to complain. The Fender Rumble 25 addresses this problem with a headphone jack that automatically mutes the speaker as soon as the headphones are plugged in, making late-night practice possible without disturbing anyone. To make practice sessions as effective as possible, the combo can also be connected to a sound source such as a drum machine or mobile phone via the AUX input, allowing players to jam along to their favourite songs, drum loops, or a simple click track.