Hughes & Kettner GrandMeister Deluxe 40

Hughes & Kettner announced GrandMeister Deluxe 40 all-tube guitar amplifier.

An evolution of the GrandMeister 36, the 40-watt Grand- Meister Deluxe 40 pairs analog all-tube tone with smart control features.

GrandMeister Deluxe 40 uses Deluxe Tone Technology, a new circuit design developed by the Hughes & Kettner R&D team, and used in conjunction with tone-shaping components inspired by the brand’s multiple award-winning TriAmp Mark 3 flagship.

Every knob and switch setting can be easily saved, stored, and recalled in up to 128 memory slots at the touch of a button, and the studio quality onboard effects settings are saved along with the gain and EQ knob values.

The standard Hughes & Kettner technological innovations are also included; an onboard Power Soak, Tube Safety Control, and the Red Box AE’s DI speaker simulation. Plus, there’s a free optional GM40 REMOTE App for iPad that lets players watch, touch, and control all of the amp’s features on one

screen, as well as backing up and sharing their favorite sounds. Price: $1,199.

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