Fender Tone Master FR-10 and FR-12 FRFR cabs

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Circling back to this one as I am now curious about it. What’s the verdict on the FR–12 versus something like a BAM200 + Cab? Is it that close to the amp and cab or should I just stay with the BAM and call it good?

Your “real” cab will sound more like a real cab (i.e. itself), obviously. The FR is only preferred if you need the versatility of mimicking a variety of cabs, or if you’re ever going to feed it some full range content (e.g. vox) in addition to guitar. Otherwise the BAM plus cab will probably be better.

The FRs are great, though - the cut knob can make them sound more like a power amp with conventional closed back 1x12 (or 10, depending), and grab and go in one box always has its appeal.