Ampeg SVT450H Bass Amplifier Head (450 Watts)

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The Ampeg SVT450H offers classic Ampeg tone. With 450 watts of solid-state power, the 450H is an affordable entry into the Ampeg sound.

In the world of high performance bass amps, the Ampeg SVT-450H gives you more power, performance and flexibility than any other bass amp in its class. And if we didn't tell you, you'd swear the SVT-450H was a tube amplifier. Producing warm, tube-like performance at stunning volume levels (it's rated at 450-Watts RMS at 4 Ohms), the SVT-450H uses Mosfet technology and offers a full complement of professional features, such as: Optocoupler Limiters, which prevent unwanted power amp distortion, no matter how loudly you play; and an onboard 9-Band Graphic EQ that allows you to sculpt a tone that is second to none. In spite of all these amazing features, the SVT-450H is still our most affordable bass head.

Features
- Effects Loop

- -15dB Input Pad

- Defeatable Limiter

- 1/4-inch and Neutrik Speakon(r) Outputs

RMS Power Output (4 Ohms): 450-Watts

RMS Power Output (8 Ohms): 275-Watts

Preamp: Solid-State

Power Amp: Solid-State

Tone Controls: 3-Band

Mid Tone Control: Ultra Mid

Graphic EQ: Yes, 9-Band

Balanced Line Out: Yes, Pre/Post w/Pad

Effects Loop: Yes

Preamp Out/Power Amp In: Yes

Dimensions (W x H x D inches): 24 x 11.5 x 13

Weight: 44 Pounds

For support or warranty questions, please contact the manufacturer:
Phone: 818-575-3600

Reviewers gave this product an overall rating of 5 out of 5 stars. (9 ratings)
Submitted September 22, 2009 by a customer from apex2000.net

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Overall: 5 out of 5 stars
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This amp gives distinct Ampeg tone without the extra weight, hassle and dependability issues with tubes. If you like the BA115 you'll love this one.
Sound
I own a solid state BA115 and wanted the same sound for the stage. This amp delivers. It has a clean, warm tone despite being tubless. I played five shows with this on an 8-10 enclosure with NO effects and the on-board EQ off and received many compliments on my tone. There's plenty of tonal range to play with. If you like the solid state practice amps, you'll love this one. No problems getting good sound to the PA through the XLR line-out.
Features
The best features are simplicity and durability.
Ease of Use
A very classic, straightforward amp.
Quality
The amp I received is cosmetically perfect, was packed well and tough. Good handles. The ONLY thing I don't like is that the angle of the control panel doesn't protect the knobs. That's just the classic design, I overcome this by packing it carefully in a travel case.
Value
If you buy cheap, you'll buy twice. If you want Ampeg tone, durability and dependability, get this rig.
Manufacturer Support
No issues yet, but their online info was top notch. I was confident buying this rig sight unseen based on the reasearch I was able to do at the computer.
The Wow Factor
It's Ampeg. It's right at home next to our two Marshall stacks. With this thing at the end of your cable it tells the crowd you're a serious bassist.

Musical Background:

Rock star by night!

Musical Style:

70's to present rock.
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