MOD Kits’ 102+ is an excellent entry-level tube amp build, featuring a straightforward layout and comprehensive instructions. Remember, large capacitors can hold lethal voltage. Before disassembling an amp, ensure you discharge and verify no voltage remains by discharging all capacitors and using metal film resistors (not cermet resistors) for maximum reliability in your circuit. Parts […]
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Bass amps and guitar amps may seem similar at first glance, yet each has unique distinctions that meet the requirements of its specific instrument. Such differences include: Speaker Size: Bass amps require large speakers that can move a great deal of air to handle low frequencies without distortion, and have more headroom. Frequency range A
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Sweetwater offers everything from basic practice amps to stage-ready rigs for every need imaginable, offering classic tones with world-class effects for bass amplifiers. Features that make gigging easy such as an XLR line out with ground lift, EQ presets and silent recording capability come standard on every Orange Little Bass Thing bass guitar. It provides
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Bass guitar and amp package bundles are designed for beginners in need of an easy practice amplifier. These packages contain small practice amps that are quiet enough for bedroom practice as well as low volume jam sessions. For larger venues, head and cabinet may provide more power and volume. Some bass amps can even be
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Tone in bass guitar amps can depend on many variables, from playing technique to the multitude of stompboxes and multieffects you use – but speakers are where sound truly matters. When purchasing speakers for your bass amp, three main considerations must be kept in mind when choosing new replacement speakers: wattage, impedance and mounting hole
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Unless you play rock music, tube amps are the way to go when looking for bass tone that offers both clarity and responsiveness. A tube bass amp’s dynamics respond to its player’s dynamic performance – playing softly will cause it to clean up; playing harder will produce more natural distortion. Power If you’re in search
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Your musical genre can help determine which bass guitar and amp you should purchase, with combo amps often being an easy option for novice players. Be sure to stand far enough away from your bass amplifier, and angle it so the sound reaches your ears. Too much emphasis on higher frequencies may result in harsh
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Bass guitars require special amplifiers as their power requirements exceed that of regular electric guitars. Unfortunately, many standard amps cannot handle such demands and could potentially damage speakers. Preamps in bass amplifiers are tailored specifically to match the unique tonal properties of bass instruments, with many also including tone shaping knobs to help players shape
An effective bass amplifier is key to creating your signature tone, and Sweetwater offers a comprehensive selection of basses and amplifiers combos to meet every musical level. Combo bass amps combine amplifier head and speakers into one package, making them suitable for practicing or performing at smaller venues. If more power or flexibility are necessary,
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Bass amplifiers come in different forms: combo amps and separate power amp “heads.” For large venues, high-powered heads paired with single or double cabinet amplifiers provide powerful bass tone. Many bass amps feature a gain (sometimes known as drive) control to modify signal intensity. Reduce it for cleaner sound or push harder for added grunge.
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