Bass Amps

Bass Amps are a very significant part of any bassist's overall sound. Basses require a different type of amplification system to a regular electric, and so dedicated bass amps exist for this reason. They are available, as either bass amp combos (with the 'brains' and the speaker all in one enclosure) or as separate units made up of a head and a cabinet. Bass amplifiers use different speaker configurations than guitar amps. This helps accentuate the low end frequencies required by bass guitars.

Generally speaking, bass amps have higher power ratings, compared with guitar amps. This helps the sound in a live band context, where more power is required in order to hear and feel the bass sound appropriately. Bass amps handle low frequencies and have special speakers to facilitate that. Bass amps can be both valve and solid state in terms of their technologies, and bassists like both equally.

Bass amps range from small practice combos with built-in effects to larger gigging combos and towering rigs... perfect for dominating the world's largest arenas! Lots of bass guitar amp manufacturers such as Fender, Laney and Mesa Boogie offer ranges of excellent bass amps. There are also certain companies that specialise in bass amplification. These include Ashdown and Mark Bass. We also have a selection of bass guitar amps from other brands including Orange, Fender and Laney. Some bass combos and bass heads will have additional features such as onboard compression and a di output which can be useful for balancing the lower frequencies in your bass tone.

See these great brands and more in the bass department of every guitarguitar store. We have some of the largest collections of bass guitar amps available anywhere in the UK and expert staff on hand to assist and offer guidance. If you are looking to find the perfect bass amp for your playing style or a specific sought after tone, we look forward to helping you on that journey.

Why Should I Choose a Bass Amp?

• Rich, powerful low end
• Modern bass amps are very portable
• Range from small practice amps to huge stacks for live performance
• Handle low frequencies properly, with special circuits and larger speakers
• Features like compressors and onboard DI outputs make bass amps more versatile and user-friendly