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Fender adds two new affordable Hammertone pedals and a new “ultra-precise” tuner to its stompbox lineup for summer 2025

June 13, 2025

Fender has unveiled a vast range of new products for the second half of 2025, including, most notably, 10 new additions to Squier’s vintage-inspired Classic Vibe line.
Elsewhere, the Big F has introduced three new pedals to its stompbox lineup: two additions to the Hammertone range and the new Strobo-Sonic Pro Tuner.

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New Hammertones
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For the uninitiated, Fender’s Hammertone pedals offer a rugged design and unmistakable Fender tone at a price point that doesn’t break the bank.
The lineup previously consisted of nine pedals, offering most of the classic effects sought by guitarists: Space Delay, Flanger, Reverb, Fuzz, Overdrive, Distortion, Delay, Chorus and a Metal pedal for high-gain tones. Now, two new pedals join the lineup: the Breakup Drive and Boost.
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The Breakup Drive arrives to deliver “responsive, tube-like overdrive tones” in the compact Hammertone form factor. Built around a JFET-based circuit, this pedal aims to replicate the feel of hot tubes pushed to the edge of saturation. It features two selectable clipping modes that respond differently to player input, as well as an expansive tone control and switchable pre-gain mid boost for additional tone shaping.
Meanwhile, the Hammertone Boost houses two distinct boost circuits in a single enclosure, with a Type switch enabling guitarists to select between a clean, op amp-based boost and a JFET-based boost which adds warmth and harmonic richness to their sound. The unit also features Treble and Bass controls for additional tone shaping.
Strobo-Sonic Pro Tuner
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A new tuner pedal to Fender’s stompbox lineup comes in the form of the Strobo-Sonic Pro, described as an “ultra-precise strobe tuner anyone can use”, with ±0.01 cent tuning accuracy in a pedalboard-friendly form factor.
Other features include a large, high-visibility LED display with auto brightness dimming, as well as two trackable tuning display modes. Strobe display mode offers “hyper-sensitive accuracy”, while needle display mode offers a more familiar tuning experience.
Elsewhere, side switches provide deeper control of reference pitch and three bypass modes: true bypass, buffered bypass and buffered always-on.
Pricing and availability
Price-wise, both the Hammertone Breakup Drive and Hammertone Boost clock in at $99/£75, while the Strobo-Sonic Pro is priced at $99/£95. All three pedals will be available from September 2025.
“At Fender, we’re always pushing the boundaries of what’s possible within the world of instrumentation – for players at every level,” says Justin Norvell, Executive Vice President of Product and Sales at Fender. “This falls lineup reflects our commitment to innovation, craftsmanship and tone. From next-gen guitars to powerful new amps and performance-driven accessories, we’ve built this range to inspire creativity and elevate the playing experience in every genre. We’re proud to carry forward our legacy by continuing to shape the future of music whilst also paying homage to our heritage and the traditions that got us here in the first place.”
Learn more about Fender’s new Hammertone pedals and Strobo-Sonic Pro Tuner.
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