8 best bass guitar amp heads

Product description

Inspired by the iconic AMPEG SVT, the thunder bass head offers bass players massive tone in a portable, lightweight package. The SVT has been an industry standard for decades and now you can obtain these tones without having to haul cumbersome amps with large speaker cabinets around. You get that classic SVT tone in a low-wattage, ultra-portable package. The simplified control layout features a single volume, along with a user-friendly 3-band eq with bass, mid and treble controls. You will be able to dial up warm, clean tones or a huge overdriven stack sound. Speaker out can automatically fit cabinets of different impedances ranging from 4-16 ohms that will drive whichever speaker cabinet you desire. There's even a headphone output for late night practicing, so you can jam into the wee hours of the morning. Additional premium features include an FX loop for using external effects and master volume and gain controls. An 18v dc power supply adapter is included.

• Inspired by the ampeg SVT, high quality tone with volume and gain controls
• 3 Band eq controls for shaping your tone
• Speaker out can automatically fit cabinets of different impedances (4-16 ohms)
• FX loop and aux in jack for use with an external music player
• Extremely compact configuration for portability, 18v dc power supply (adapter included)

User questions & answers

Question:	My hotone makes a popping sound on the speaker when I turn it on. is it normal
Answer:	Yes that is normal.
Question:	Can this power a cabinet speaker like this one - crate gc-412s
Answer:	It can be used, but it won't be as loud as you might think. However, if you ran this amp through at least a 100w power amp, then you'd get the decent output that you're looking for.
Question:	Is the hotone mojo diamond for bass or guitar
Answer:	While the Thunder is specifically designed for bass (to emulate an Ampeg SVT), the Mojo Diamond sounds quite good with a bass. Think of the Fender Bassman. While I appreciate the SVT grind on occasion, I prefer the Fender tone for bass. If you play both guitar and bass, it's a no-brainer. This one is more versatile. For the cleanest tone, turn the gain all the way down. It won't play loud but it's great for bedroom-level practice. For best use with a bass, use a speaker with high sensitivity. Just going from a speaker with, say, 89 db sensitivity to 92 db is equivalent to going from a 5 watt amp to a 10 watt amp.
Question:	What are the real size of the item? What is the difference with the 4th item of the 2nd comparison
Answer:	It's 5 inches long, 2 inches tall and 2 inches deep

Product features

Hotone Thunder Bass

Thunder Bass, which we all guessed, is an amp head for bassists. Based on the Ampeg SVT, Hotone somehow got all the big thunderous sound into a mini-sized amp. Whether you are the bassist in the spotlight or the one keeping the pulse in the shadows, this solid amp will suit. Flexible and dynamic, it’s as stable as the most stable member of the band.

Hotone Audio

Behind Hotone Audio is a group of people passionate about music. We are a highly experienced international team that combines professional expertise with legit artistic spirit. We have one goal in mind: Create hot sonic tools to take your inspiration to the next level.

We are motivated by technological innovation, we see excellence in quality as a competitive strength and we believe in outstanding service as the foundation to provide every musician with a sensational experience.

As ideas become designs, the Hotone team buckles down to create products the music world has always wanted but never before imagined possible. Expect from Hotone products innovation, ingenuity and always great tone.

Product description

Trace Elliot ELF 200W Micro Bass Guitar Amp Head

• Power: 200W single channel single input impedance: 4 ohms controls: 3-band EQ, gain, volume XLR outputs with ground lift headphone output dimensions: 6.75 in. X 1.35 in. X 4.1 in. Weight: 1.6 lbs
• Weighing just 1
• 6 pounds, The revolutionary Trace Elliot elf is small enough to fit in your back pocket
• Its remarkable technology and size make it the most portable, gig-worthy bass amplifier ever made
• It’s an ideal solution for any bassist who is concerned with size and weight, but isn't willing to compromise on tone or performance

User questions & answers

Question:	Can this drive two trace elliott elf 1x10 cabinets
Answer:	I use it to drive two Ampeg 2x10 cabinets. The amp only has one speaker outlet so I connect it to the input on one cabinet and then using another cable connect the out from the first cabinet into the input on the second cabinet. I don’t know the inputs or outs on the Trace cabinet. You could use a one male 1/4” to two female 1/4” y cable to run cables to both cabinets. Two 8 ohm cabinets hooked up this was will give a 4 ohm load on the amp which is the lowest you want to go and will give you the most watts or loudness.
Question:	Does it work with singapore power supply 220v
Answer:	No. It doesn't work with Singapore Power Supply 220v. I made the mistake of ordering it, and was quite disappointed.
Question:	What kind of cable jack plugs into speaker output
Answer:	The speaker output is a quarter inch jack. There is also an XLR D.I. Output
Question:	Can this be plugged into a PA system
Answer:	Yes! It's got an XLR out to plug into your PA via mic cable.

Product description

Bass Practice Amp

TAR-20B is a bass amp, but way more than just a practice amp. You might let the size fool you. But trust me this little fella is legit. It has 20w of pure analog power. The range of EQ is wide enough for you to shape your bass tone to anything you like, from Motown era vintage p-bass low mid thing to modern day super ultra fat low-end stuff. It does it all!

A Guitar Hack!

As you know, many bass amps were originally designed for the bass and then recognized as a guitar thing. Think about Bassman. TAR-20B is no stranger to that. I tried my Strat on it one time. It blew my mind. I mentioned the EQ range above, but haven't said anything about the GAIN. The GAIN circuit is wired to emulate the classic SVT style tone. But with the combination of GAIN and EQ, magic happens. You can the tonal characters of a lot of vintage amps. Twin, Tweed, JTM, AC 30, JC 120, the list goes on and on.

Keep It Light

The TAR-20B is designed to be compact and light-weighted so that you can put it in the gig bag and grab it on a go. But we added a little CAB SIM and headphone jack and AUX IN jack. So you can plug your instrument in and put your headphone on, then play anywhere and anytime, with any backing tracks you want. Not only it weights light, but also you can keep the volume light.

Other Features

TAR-20B has a chorus circuit in it for you to expand your sonic dimension. And as any bass guitar amps out there, it has an FX Loop for you to add additional effects in it. And it has a 4/8 Ohms compatible speaker output.

Specifications:

Power：18V DC center negative(included)

Current Consumption: 1500mA

Dimensions: 180mm(D)×95mm(W)×35mm(H)

Weight：816g

EQ：LOW: 70 Hz/MID: 800Hz/HIGH: 3.5kHz, ±9dB boost/cut range Max.

Output Power：20 watts

Speaker Out: 4/8 Ohms

• Pure Analog Preamp Design with Super Wide Tonal Range from Motown Era Vintage P-Bass Low Mid Thing to Modern Day Super Ultra Fat Low-End Stuff
• Max. 20W Pure Solid State Output Power sounds and responses like Vacuum Tubes Amp with Rich and Harmonic Tone
• AUX IN & Phones jack with Cab Simulator for directly plugging into Audio Interface or PA System
• Built-in Chorus for Expanding the Tone Dimensions; FX Loop for Hooking up other Effects
• 4/8 Ohms Compatible Speaker Output

User questions & answers

Question:	Can this work with a 15 inch passive speaker i.e. rockville rsg
Answer:	yes it can as long as the impedance is correct. Check the specs to see your speaker has the right values.
Question:	Will this work with a 16 ohm speaker cabinet
Answer:	Yes, can be used with any 8/16 Ohms speaker output
Question:	Is this good for a gig
Answer:	Depends on your cab efficiency. With most medium volume gigs this amp won't work. It will work with acoustic gigs (drummer using brushes or is behind plexi, but is best used for bedroom to up to living room sized spaces.

Product description

Ampeg’s Portaflex PF-350 delivers legendary Ampeg tone in an ultra-compact design that pushes out a hefty 350W. Tools like a built-in limiter, FX loop and direct out provide flexibility for the gigging bassist. Pair it with our PF Series flip-top cabinets for the vintage styling and portability of Ampeg’s iconic Portaflex originals.

• RMS power output: 350W @ 4 ohms
• Preamp: Solid-state, Power amp: Class D
• Onboard Limiter
• Balanced XLR Direct Out
• FX Loop
• *Speaker Cabinet Sold Separately

User questions & answers

Question:	is it operatable at 220V
Answer:	Yes, there is a switch. Mine came set on 110.
Question:	What is the difference between the "active" & "passive" inputs
Answer:	Passive input signal goes directly active through additional gain
Question:	Does the sound quality of this compare favorably with the tiny but more expensive gallien kreuger mb
Answer:	I have in the past been a Ampeg guy, but saying that I have been impressed with the Quality of the Hartke. Its a real hard working amp head with a great low end and more than enough to play clubs. Its light weight which is a big plus and gives you all the control you need whether your playing screaming metal or funk it takes everything I've thrown at it.
Question:	WILL THIS HEAD RUN 2 SETS OF 4ohm SPEAKERS
Answer:	I wouldn't suggest it. There is just not enough power output here to run 2 - 4 ohm cabs. You need a bigger amp that can run bridge mono at 2 ohms if daisy chained or has separate outs for each cab with a higher wattage output. Of course this also depends on what the power handling and needs of each cab is. If its a bass cab then I'm betting its power needs are much higher than this amp can deliver. Call us we can help. Pro Audio Land 877-671-2200
Question:	is this compatible with Orange obc 410 cabinets
Answer:	I saw something impedance matching or ohms Impedance refers to a devices ability to limit current and refers to an active circuit. Resistance refers to linear or passive circuits. The devices mirror load impedances this is true whenever you see a matching implication. What this means is that there will be a current load on the device that it's being connected to. Current means less heat dissipation, more distortion, shorter life. An amplifier has an output with a 2 ohm impedance and is hooked up to 4 ohm speakers. The amplifier will see a 4 ohm impedance the speakers will see a 2 ohm impedance. For further reference. http://www.wseas.us/e-library/conferences/crete2002/papers/444-698.pdf
Question:	Can this be played at bedroom level in an apartment
Answer:	It can be pretty quiet. The EQ controls also help lower the bass resonance too. I have played it at night in an apartment multiple times and not had a complaint with the hydrive 410 cabinet.
Question:	ese articulo es para bajo o guitarra
Answer:	Bajo.
Question:	Can I use this for Keyboards
Answer:	I suppose you can, but it's for use with a bass cabinet so you won't get the high end on your keys.

Product features

PF-800 Bass Head

The ideal head to drive a pair of Portaflex cabs, the PF-800 has exceptional headroom and can handle its own on stage, offering the flexibility and features needed for venues large and small. It attaches right to the flip-top lid of the PF-115HE or PF-210HE cabs and is perfect for the ported PF-410HLF and PF-115LF extension cabs.

Ultra Hi/Lo boosts

Classic hi/lo boosts and 5-position midrange control offer a wide choice of tone and onboard compression delivers tighter, cleaner tone at higher volumes.

The PF-800 delivers the superior performance of Ampeg’s Portaflex Series bass heads in an ultra-compact 800-watt design perfect for power-hungry bassists that demand uncompromising tone. Plug into a pair of Portaflex bass enclosures for a vintage-styled rig that is extremely powerful, portable and undeniably Ampeg.

Product description

BV10001M Veyron MOSFET 2,000W Bass Amplifier Head The BUGERA VEYRON MOSFET satisfies your need for the utmost in unbridled horsepower. An ultra-compact and stylish bass amplifier, the impressive VEYRON MOSFET packs an incredible 2,000 Watts of lightweight, Class-D power under the hood – with plenty of room left over for some amazing features. Inside you’ll find an exceptionally warm high-voltage MOSFET preamp, an expressively-dynamic compressor, as well as our DYNAMIZER technology that really packs a punch! Together with a versatile and wide-ranging EQ section, an integral balanced DI, dedicated FX Loop and more, the VEYRON MOSFET will see you through every level of your playing career – from the practice room to the stadium. Class-D - Massive Power, Perfect Sound Thanks to Bugera's revolutionary Class-D amplifier technology, we are able to provide you with enormous power and incredible sonic performance in an easy-to-use, ultra-portable and lightweight package. Class-D amplification makes all the difference, offering the ultimate in energy efficiency and eliminating the need for heavy power supplies and massive heat sinks. This amazing technology makes it possible to design and build extremely-powerful products that are significantly lighter in weight than their traditional counterparts, while using less energy and protecting the environment. MOSFET Preamp - High-Voltage, High-Headroom Tube Sound BUGERA’s revolutionary high-voltage MOSFET preamplifier redefines solid-state bass tone, providing the sound, feel and immense dynamics of an authentic tube amp. Like with real vacuum tubes, their new MOSFET design equally operates at high voltages, providing this preamp with unheard of headroom to honor all of your playing dynamics; from your subtly-nuanced signature riff s and bass lines, to your most powerful, attention-grabbing solos. The VEYRON MOSFET is all about tone, and this highly-versatile and responsive MOSFET preamp provides an abundance of headroom for con...

• Power: 2,000W Single channel Single input Impedance: 4 ohms Controls: 3-band EQ, mid frequency shift, ultra high, ultra low, gain, volume, master, -15dB pad, clip/mute Built-in FX loop Built-in compressor XLR direct output Headphone output Aux. input Tuner output Designed and engineered in Germany
• An ultra-compact and stylish bass amplifier, the impressive VEYRON MOSFET packs an incredible 2,000 Watts of lightweight, Class-D power under the hood – with plenty of room left over for some amazing features
• Inside you’ll find an exceptionally warm high-voltage MOSFET preamp, an expressively-dynamic compressor, as well as our DYNAMIZER technology that really packs a punch! Together with a versatile and wide-ranging EQ section, an integral balanced DI, dedicated FX Loop and more, the VEYRON MOSFET will see you through every level of your playing career – from the practice room to the stadium
• Class-D - Massive Power, Perfect Sound Thanks to Bugera's revolutionary Class-D amplifier technology, we are able to provide you with enormous power and incredible sonic performance in an easy-to-use, ultra-portable and lightweight package
• Class-D amplification makes all the difference, offering the ultimate in energy efficiency and eliminating the need for heavy power supplies and massive heat sinks

User questions & answers

Question:	Is the 2000w rating a continuous power output rating
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Question:	Is it compatible w hartke speakers
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Product description

High Quality AC Power Cord / All products are tested to exceed/meet standard specification / OVP, OCP, SCP Protection (OVP: Over Voltage output Protection. OCP: Over Current output Protection. SCP: Short Circuit output Protection) / FREE SHIPPING BOTH WAYS / 2 YEAR FREE WARRANTY / 3RD-PARTY ADAPTER NON OEM PARTS

• High Quality Power Cord
• OVP, OCP, SCP Protection (OVP: Over Voltage output Protection. OCP: Over Current output Protection. SCP: Short Circuit output Protection)
• 5 YEAR FREE WARRANTY

Product description

Fender rumble 800 HD, 120V.

From the Manufacturer

The Rumble 800 Head is ideal for almost any genre of music, and at 800 watts, it has power to spare. The super-simple control interface makes it easy to dial-in the right bass tone for any gig. Its pure low-end and high-quality tone-shaping tools will please any bassist who desires a high-powered, lightweight rig. Like all Fender bass amplifiers, the Rumble 800 Head delivers thick, natural tone that sits perfectly in your live or studio mix. Includes footswitch and padded carrying bag.

• 800-Watt amplifier head; 5. 8 lbs.
• Switchable overdrive circuit; four-band equalizer controls; three-button tone voicing
• Xlr line out (pre-master) with ground lift switch
• Stereo aux input; stereo headphone output
• Compatible with patented Fender magnetic attachment system on all rumble speaker cabinets
• Hand orientation: Ambidextrous

User questions & answers

Question:	This is compatible with the Fender Rumble 500 amp correct
Answer:	No because this is a separate head that you need a separate speaker cab to use. The Rumble 500 is a combo that has the amplifier and the speaker combined in the same box.

Product description

Equipped with the next-generation vacuum tube Nutube, and featuring a stunningly light-weight design of only 540 grams (1. 1 lbs. ), these amp heads boast a high 50W of output power. As its name implies, the sound of the MV50 High Gain is optimized for high gain. With even more variations, the MV50 series is expanding its offering and showing no signs of slowing down.

• 50-watt 1-channel Hybrid Guitar Amplifier Head with Cab-emulated Line/Headphone Out Controls f Volume
• Tone
• Gain