Bugera BC15 Guitar Combo Amplifier (15 Watts, 1x8")

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Get authentic, vintage tube tone from this compact, lightweight mini combo amp. It features master volume control and 15 watts of power.

The Bugera BC15 is the ideal choice for guitarists seeking authentic tube-tone in a compact, 12-pound (5.6 kg) combo. From its vintage styling, which harkens back to the golden age of valve design, to its dual-channel 12AX7-fueled preamp, nothing speaks retro like the BC15. Add to this a Master volume control and 2-band EQ with mid Shift switch, and this little time machine will instantly transport your tone to the land of bliss.

Features
- Extremely versatile guitar amplifier with hand-selected 12AX7 valve

- Authentic vintage design and classic guitar sound

- Powerful 30-Watt, 8-inch vintage-tuned guitar speaker

- 2-channel tube preamp and wide-range gain control for super-fat sounds with all pickup types

- Dedicated 2-band EQ plus mid-shift button for creative sound shaping

- CD input allows you to play along to your favorite music

- Dedicated master level control and powerful headphone output

- High-quality components and exceptionally rugged construction ensure long life

With a solid 15-Watts RMS at your disposal, the BC15 is ideal for rehearsal, home/ professional recording studios, and even small gigs. For more demanding performances, just stick a mic in front of the vintage tuned 8" Bugera speaker and give 'em a taste of real-tube tone!

Just like the high-powered flagship models, the BC15 is all about tone. There's a hand-selected 12AX7 inside, giving this little brute its bite. But the BC15 isn't just a "one-trick pony". Selecting the [Gain] button activates read more BC15's Lead/Distortion channel, launching you into sweet tube soaked overdrive. EQ duties are handled by (Bass) and (Treble) controls which, when used in conjunction with the midrange [Shift] button, provide tons of tone-sculpting options.

Even though the BC15 has vintage styling reminiscent of amps from the '50s and '60s, it also boasts some very modern extra features. A TRS jack is provided for connecting an external playback device, such as a CD player, tape deck, iPod, etc., allowing you to jam with your favorite songs. If it's late and the urge to play suddenly strikes, just plug in some headphones and you won't have to worry about waking the kids or bothering the neighbors. You won't find features like these on your granddad's amp!

All this tone and functionality comes in an extremely portable lightweight package--and because it's built like a tank, it can take whatever life dishes out, from one gig to the next. Before you spend far too much of your hard-earned cash you owe it to yourself, and the other members of the band, to give the BC15 a listen. They call it "Neo-Vintage", you'll call it incredible!

Get a great overview of the BC15 in this video from Bugera:
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- 12AX7 tube
- Powerful 30-Watt, 8" vintage-tuned guitar speaker
- 2-channel tube preamp and wide-range gain control
- Dedicated 2-band EQ plus mid-shift button
- CD input
- Dedicated master level control
- Headphone output

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Bugera BC15 Guitar Combo Amplifier

The Bugera BC15 is the ideal choice for guitarists seeking authentic tube-tone in a compact, 12-pound (5.6 kg) combo. From its vintage styling, which harkens back to the golden age of valve design, to its dual-channel 12AX7-fueled preamp, nothing speaks retro like the BC15. Add to this a Master volume control and 2-band EQ with mid Shift switch, and this little time machine will instantly transport your tone to the land of bliss.

Features
- Extremely versatile guitar amplifier with hand-selected 12AX7 valve

- Authentic vintage design and classic guitar sound

- Powerful 30-Watt, 8-inch vintage-tuned guitar speaker

- 2-channel tube preamp and wide-range gain control for super-fat sounds with all pickup types

- Dedicated 2-band EQ plus mid-shift button for creative sound shaping

- CD input allows you to play along to your favorite music

- Dedicated master level control and powerful headphone output

- High-quality components and exceptionally rugged construction ensure long life

With a solid 15-Watts RMS at your disposal, the BC15 is ideal for rehearsal, home/ professional recording studios, and even small gigs. For more demanding performances, just stick a mic in front of the vintage tuned 8" Bugera speaker and give 'em a taste of real-tube tone!

Just like the high-powered flagship models, the BC15 is all about tone. There's a hand-selected 12AX7 inside, giving this little brute its bite. But the BC15 isn't just a "one-trick pony". Selecting the [Gain] button activates BC15's Lead/Distortion channel, launching you into sweet tube soaked overdrive. EQ duties are handled by (Bass) and (Treble) controls which, when used in conjunction with the midrange [Shift] button, provide tons of tone-sculpting options.

Even though the BC15 has vintage styling reminiscent of amps from the '50s and '60s, it also boasts some very modern extra features. A TRS jack is provided for connecting an external playback device, such as a CD player, tape deck, iPod, etc., allowing you to jam with your favorite songs. If it's late and the urge to play suddenly strikes, just plug in some headphones and you won't have to worry about waking the kids or bothering the neighbors. You won't find features like these on your granddad's amp!

All this tone and functionality comes in an extremely portable lightweight package--and because it's built like a tank, it can take whatever life dishes out, from one gig to the next. Before you spend far too much of your hard-earned cash you owe it to yourself, and the other members of the band, to give the BC15 a listen. They call it "Neo-Vintage", you'll call it incredible!

Reviewers gave this product an overall rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars. (2 ratings)
Submitted July 17, 2011 by a customer from windstream.net

"Be realistic about your needs !"

Overall: 4.5 out of 5 stars
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I originally wanted an all-tube Vox amp, but after calling retailers all over the country and finding out that the particular Vox was discontinued, I went with the BC15. Some of my music purchases now are based on what I wanted as a kid and never got, like a Vox amp. If I buy another amp it will be partially due to nostalgia. I'm currently very happy with this amp sound, function, and visually. I don't see any reason I would not replace this with another one if it were stolen. Again, I play for fun, by myself or with a friend or two so it meets my needs. I love the headphone feature, the range of sounds and the appearance. There's really no least liked feature. At just over a hundred dollars, not bad at all.

Sound
For the level of playing I do, it sounds great. Whether playing my 1964 Gibson LG-1, or my 2011 Epiphone Dot Studio I can dial in really nice clean sounds, or get dirty with the Epiphone. OK up against a Fender Princeton Reverb it falls a bit short, but c'mon. I haven't recorded with it, not into that yet, but in a living room it sounds great. The headphone feature is fantastic. I'm a bit of a night owl, and at 1:30 in the morning wailing away in my apartment, I frequently check to make sure I'm really hearing waht I hear through a set of Skull Candy phones. I like the shift button to fill out the sound, or without for twang. All in all $108.00 no tax no shipping, it's a deal.

Features
No accessories included, read more none needed. Nice smooth controls. A reverb or chorus would be nice, but again I bought a simple amp on purpose. I do get a decent tube sound because of the single pre-amp tube.

Ease of Use
A little playing around with the controls and you can dial up some very satisfactory sounds, clean to dirty. No mysteries with the controls. Again, my 1964 Gibson LG-1 has a Barcus Berry Insider pick-up and it sounds natural with a bit of experimentation. Who needs a manual? Volume, Bass Treble and a mid-pushbutton enhancement, gain, on-off.

Quality
It seems to be well made, no problems with shake rattle and roll, unless you want it to shake rattle and roll. I don't think people who buy this are planning a major tour, but to take over to a friends house to jam a bit, it's perfect. Heavy enough to feel like an amp, light enough to sit on the car seat beside you.

Value
Yes.

Manufacturer Support
No experience in this category.

The Wow Factor
I'm nearing 58 yrs old so I grew up with what many consider to be some classic amps. THIS IS ONE COOL LOOKING AMP ! The cream color is very pretty, and sitting next to my worn brown Epiphone Dot Studio it's a really nice set-up. I'm never going to open for U2, so for the past couple of years I've made an effort to get stuff that looks great as long as it's also primarily functional. An Epiphone EJ-200, Dot Studio and now The Bugera BC15 all very nice visually.

Musical Background:
Long-time hobbyist

Musical Style:
Rock/country rock
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