Fender Mustang II

**billkath** · 07-31-2011, 06:29 AM

I have a III on order-should be here Wednesday. I'll let you know how I get on with the fizz.

**billkath** · 08-02-2011, 11:27 AM

Got my III today-brand new. I can't make it fizz at all-I feel cheated!!

Can someone tell me what specifically they did to make theirs fizz?

**spiral** · 08-02-2011, 03:37 PM

Originally Posted by billkath

Got my III today-brand new. I can't make it fizz at all-I feel cheated!!

Can someone tell me what specifically they did to make theirs fizz?

Ok are you ready?

1. Turn on amp
2. Play guitar
3. ???
4. Fizz!

Honestly any amp model will give it to you. It is easiest to hear on the clean models on the lower notes. If you don't have it, that is awesome. It sounds phenomenal when working correctly. Just be aware that some people have reported the issue developing after having it for a few months. There are also more recent reports on the Fender board that the power supply is the issue. Some people have had theirs replaced via Fender warranty, but i'm guessing it is too early to tell if they are fixed or are just newer and will have the issue down the road. Not trying to fear-monger, just keep your receipt!

**billkath** · 08-02-2011, 04:09 PM

Well, that's great. I have an extended warranty on it anyway-3 years, so I feel safe. Be interesting to see what happens. We have very stable power here, and very clean, so that might help. So far, and it's been on about 8 hours now, everything sounds awesome. Very, very nice. All the kids in the neighbourhood were sitting outside on our wall, listening to me doing Hendrix and Clapton impressions all day! LOL!! Man-this amp can get big on you.

**Al_F** · 08-02-2011, 04:22 PM

I've had my Mustang II for two months. I'm still amazed by how good it sounds. I set-up a few Fender models (mostly clean, little reverb) and haven't tinkered much with it but a few days ago I set-up a Vox model with some OD in front, man, it was crazy good!

**pghguitar** · 08-02-2011, 05:12 PM

I recently got a mustang III from GC and didn't hear it in the store. Only heard it after I got it home and did the firmware upgrade, however I didn't play it much before the upgrade, so I can't really say if it was there initially. And I didn't take home the floor model that I tried out, which was probably a mistake. But ordered a cube 80xl coming tomorrow which I'm sure will be great based on all the reviews I've read on this forum.

**kuvash** · 12-19-2011, 12:21 PM

Ok,now we have a few more months on these critters.What are the thoughts now?I bought a Mustang ll at the end of 2010 and I really find that the more I use it....well,the more I use it.I was determined to really learn this amp.with and without the software.I find that I really like it as just a "player" and Ido think it gets better(sound) the more I playit,call me crazy. kuvash

**Al_F** · 12-19-2011, 04:02 PM

I still like this amp very much! I've settled in and can't remember the last time I fiddled with an amp model. I use either a Deluxe or Twin model set to clean 90% of the time.

**strumcat** · 12-19-2011, 10:38 PM

Originally Posted by Al_F

I still like this amp very much! I've settled in and can't remember the last time I fiddled with an amp model. I use either a Deluxe or Twin model set to clean 90% of the time.

Thanks for reporting the good news on the Fender Mustangs. Now I'm tempted again to take a chance on one. Maybe factor in the cost of an extended warranty, which I would never get otherwise, but might be good insurance in this case. And congratulations on your satsifaction with your amp.

**RonD** · 12-19-2011, 11:43 PM

Did they resolve the noise issue yet?

**BigDaddyLoveHandles** · 12-20-2011, 12:07 AM

Originally Posted by packM65W

the display is more convenient.

Whixh? III?

**Al_F** · 12-20-2011, 09:59 AM

Originally Posted by strumcat

Maybe factor in the cost of an extended warranty, ....

The Mustang amps come with a five year warranty from Fender. Five years is long time in the digital product world though I guess I may keep my amp this long since my laptop is about that old, and my digital camera is approaching 7 years now.

**BigDaddyLoveHandles** · 12-20-2011, 11:14 AM

Originally Posted by Al_F

The Mustang amps come with a five year warranty from Fender. Five years is long time in the digital product world though I guess I may keep my amp this long since my laptop is about that old, and my digital camera is approaching 7 years now.

But does it cover the dreaded fizz?

**Al_F** · 12-20-2011, 11:37 AM

Originally Posted by BigDaddyLoveHandles

But does it cover the dreaded fizz?

Probably not since Fender basically said 'what do you expect for the price...' about the fizz feature.

The Mustang II's don't fizz though which is the model I have at home.

From what I've read about the III's and up amp models, they either fizz or they don't so returning the amp is an option if do get a 'carbonated' model.

**BigDaddyLoveHandles** · 12-20-2011, 12:24 PM

Originally Posted by Al_F

From what I've read about the III's and up amp models, they either fizz or they don't so returning the amp is an option if do get a 'carbonated' model.

I suppose Fender's ad copy could try to put a spin on it and refer to its "sparkling" sound.

**strumcat** · 12-20-2011, 04:17 PM

LOL! @ 'carbonated' model... Thanks, I needed a good laugh...

**Anandbhat** · 12-20-2011, 04:25 PM

I ended up with one of the 'carbonated' ones that I returned two days later.Like the SCXD that I got instead. Nice to have the pure tube option.

**DArmstrong** · 12-23-2011, 06:51 PM

I'll chime in. I have a Mustang III with fizzing. I've read everything (well, a lot) on the web about it.

The Good: the amp, minus fizz, has a very natural, organic, tubey feel and sound to it. Very enjoyable and responsive. (I'm not a real tube amp guru; I'm only really interested in lower gain Fender and Vox tones, and I've only owned and worked on a few Fender tube amps.)

The Bad: If your amp fizzes, forget it for *any* kind of clean playing, and you traditional dark-tone-loving jazzers should run from it. Play a note on your low E string, and hear a strange, raspy "eeeeeeeooouuuuueeeeeeeooouuu" overlayed on it, and... go look for another amp.

The Maybe (is that a category?): I hear it's only the Mustang III and up that do it, but that they can develop it over time. Mine has. If you can live without the power, fine. Get a I or II. But if you're gigging, do you want to live without the 4 button foot switch to switch effects individually and to provide a handy floor tuner? The 4 button is only for the III and up. Are you OK with needing a computer there so you can tweak your settings? If not, then you, like me, don't see the Mustang I and II, mic'd or not as such good gigging amps.

As for me, I'm selling my III. Some rocker will like it. Vox, Tech21 or someone else will get my money now. I won't even try a Mustang II now. Not because Fender won't *fix* my amp -- I have low expectations as to them admitting a problem that might result in a lot of people returning cheap amps -- but because they won't even *tell* us what the problem is so we can fix it ourselves.

I'm sure they know exactly what's going on with these amps. All they need to do is say "Hey Mustang III owners, we're glad you love your amps, and for your modders who don't mind voiding your warranty, here's something to try that might make you like your clean tones even more!"

But they won't even do that, and it pisses me off, as you have probably noticed.

So goodbye Fender.

**HighSpeedSpoon** · 01-14-2012, 12:45 PM

Originally Posted by DArmstrong

I'll chime in. I have a Mustang III with fizzing. ...

I hear it's only the Mustang III and up that do it, but that they can develop it over time. Mine has. ...

Thats good information to know, although it disappoints me as I was hoping this problem was resolved. Do you remember when you purchased your M III, and can you tell us when it was manufactured?

Also - and this might help you - have you recently moved your M III or moved something else near it? Some of the earlier posts made me think the problem may arise from poor shielding or improper grounding.

Thanks.

HighSpeed