There’s a lot of debate about when Fender started making amps in Mexico.
Some people say it was in the early ’80s, while others claim it was in the late ’90s. There are even some people who believe that Fender started manufacturing amps in Mexico as early as the mid-’70s!
So what’s the truth? When did Fender really start making amps south of the border?
The answer to that question is a little bit murky, because Fender has never really made an official announcement.
However, according to some sources, the first Mexican-made amps appeared around 1996. This was around the same time that Fender started moving its production facilities from Corona, California to Ensenada, Mexico.
So it’s safe to say that Fender has been making amps in Mexico for over three decades now! And in that time, they’ve become some of the most popular amps on the market. Thanks to their affordable price tags and excellent build quality, Mexican-made Fender amps are a great option for budget-conscious guitarists.