Hughes & Kettner TubeMeister 36 Valve Amp Stack – 2 Cabinets – FSM-432 Mk III

Hughes & Kettner TubeMeister 36 Valve Amp Head – 2 x Cabinets – FSM-432 Mk III Foot Controller

 

£599.00 – Complete Hughes & Kettner Valve Amplifier Rig

 

A Fantastic Hughes & Kettner Valve Rig – Complete Matching Stack

 

An impressive Hughes & Kettner amplifier package featuring the celebrated TubeMeister 36 all-valve guitar amplifier head, two matching Hughes & Kettner speaker cabinets and an FSM-432 Mk III MIDI foot controller.

 

This is a particularly appealing setup for anyone looking for the character, response and versatility of a genuine valve amplifier, with the added convenience of programmable switching and a complete matching speaker stack.

 

Hughes & Kettner has earned an excellent reputation for combining traditional valve amplifier design with innovative modern features. The TubeMeister series is an excellent example, delivering everything from sparkling clean tones and expressive classic rock sounds to saturated high-gain distortion.

 

And, of course, there’s that unmistakable Hughes & Kettner appearance.

 

The TubeMeister 36 features the brand’s distinctive transparent front panel, revealing the valves and internal components behind an illuminated blue display. Combined with the matching black speaker cabinets and chrome Hughes & Kettner logos, it’s a rig that looks every bit as impressive as it sounds.

 

This package also includes the dedicated FSM-432 Mk III MIDI controller, providing convenient access to the amplifier’s programmable functions.

 

TubeMeister 36 – Genuine Valve Tone

 

At the heart of this rig is the Hughes & Kettner TubeMeister 36, a versatile 36-watt all-valve amplifier head designed to cover an enormous range of musical styles.

 

The amplifier features three independent channels:

 

Clean Channel

 

Delivers clear, articulate cleans with excellent definition and responsiveness. Ideal for everything from delicate chord work to bright, expressive rhythm playing.

 

Crunch Channel

 

Provides classic valve overdrive with warmth, sustain and a wonderfully dynamic response to picking technique and guitar volume adjustments.

 

Lead Channel

 

Offers increased gain and saturation for powerful rock tones, singing lead sounds and heavier playing styles.

 

Each channel has its own gain and master volume controls, allowing players to balance clean, driven and high-gain sounds to suit their playing.

 

A shared three-band EQ provides further tonal adjustment, while the onboard reverb adds space and ambience without requiring an additional effects pedal.

 

Programmable Channels & MIDI Control

 

One of the TubeMeister 36’s most appealing features is its programmable switching system.

 

Unlike a conventional amplifier that requires manual adjustment between songs, the TubeMeister 36 can store and recall selected amplifier settings through its MIDI functionality.

 

The included Hughes & Kettner FSM-432 Mk III foot controller makes this particularly useful for live performance.

 

With four preset switches, bank selection controls and additional functions, the controller enables convenient foot-operated control of the amplifier.

 

Players can move between different sounds without returning to the amplifier between songs, making this a particularly capable setup for rehearsals, studio work and live performances.

 

The controller also comes with its Hughes & Kettner carrying bag, as photographed.

 

Power Soak – Valve Tone at Different Volumes

 

The TubeMeister 36 incorporates Hughes & Kettner’s integrated Power Soak system, allowing the amplifier’s output power to be reduced for different playing environments.

 

Power settings include 36 watts, 18 watts, 5 watts, 1 watt and speaker-off mode, making the amplifier suitable for everything from stage performance to lower-volume home and studio applications.

 

This provides flexibility for players who want genuine valve amplifier response without always needing to operate at full volume.

 

Red Box Speaker-Emulated Output

 

Another particularly useful feature is the integrated Hughes & Kettner Red Box speaker-emulated output.

 

This allows the amplifier to send a speaker-simulated signal directly to suitable recording or live sound equipment, providing an alternative to placing a microphone in front of a guitar cabinet.

 

Combined with the Power Soak and MIDI functionality, this makes the TubeMeister 36 a versatile choice for players who divide their time between practising, recording and performing.

 

Two Matching Hughes & Kettner Speaker Cabinets

 

The amplifier comes with two Hughes & Kettner speaker cabinets, creating an impressive matching stack.

 

The lower cabinet is confirmed as a Hughes & Kettner TM112, fitted with a Celestion Vintage 30 speaker.

 

Its specifications are:

 

* 1 x 12-inch speaker

* Celestion Vintage 30

* 60-watt power handling

* 16-ohm impedance

* Parallel speaker connection

 

The second cabinet has matching Hughes & Kettner styling and a similar compact 1x12 configuration. Its exact model and speaker specification have not yet been independently confirmed.

 

Together, the cabinets form an attractive and versatile speaker setup, offering a substantial amplifier rig without the size and weight of a traditional 4x12 stack.

 

Condition

 

A well-presented used amplifier rig showing some cosmetic signs of previous use.

 

The TubeMeister 36 head retains its attractive transparent front panel, chrome controls and distinctive blue illumination.

 

The speaker cabinets show some light scuffs, surface marks and handling wear to their coverings and edges, consistent with normal use and transport.

 

The FSM-432 Mk III foot controller also shows some general cosmetic wear, with light marks to the housing and control surface.

 

The photographs show the actual items being offered for sale.

 

Please study all photographs carefully for a full impression of the cosmetic condition.

 

Specifications – TubeMeister 36

 

* Manufacturer: Hughes & Kettner

* Model: TubeMeister 36

* Type: All-Valve Guitar Amplifier Head

* Maximum output: 36 Watts

* Channels: Clean, Crunch and Lead

* Preamp valves: 3 x 12AX7

* Power valves: 4 x EL84

* EQ: Bass, Middle and Treble

* Reverb: Integrated Digital Reverb

* Effects loop: Yes

* MIDI: Programmable MIDI Switching

* Power Soak: 36W / 18W / 5W / 1W / Speaker Off

* Recording output: Hughes & Kettner Red Box Speaker Emulation

* Speaker outputs: Rear-Panel Speaker Connections

* Front panel: Illuminated Transparent Design

* Finish: Black with Chrome Controls

 

Included Equipment

 

Hughes & Kettner TubeMeister 36 Head

 

* 36-watt all-valve amplifier

* Three-channel design

* Integrated Power Soak, reverb and MIDI functionality

 

Hughes & Kettner Speaker Cabinet – Upper

 

* Matching black Hughes & Kettner cabinet

* Exact model specification to be confirmed

 

Hughes & Kettner TM112 Speaker Cabinet – Lower

 

* Celestion Vintage 30

* 60 watts

* 16 ohms

 

Hughes & Kettner FSM-432 Mk III MIDI Foot Controller

 

* Programmable preset switching

* Bank selection

* Multiple footswitch functions

* Hughes & Kettner carrying bag

 

The listing is for the complete rig pictured. Any connecting cables included with the sale should be confirmed before purchase.

 

Why Buy From Chordplay Guitars?

 

We’re an independent, family-run guitar shop in Darwen, open 7 days a week and specialising in carefully selected new and used guitars.

 

Every used instrument is checked and cleaned before sale, with setup work carried out where appropriate. We aim to give honest, detailed condition descriptions so you know exactly what you’re buying.

 

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