Bugera BXD15A Bass Combo Amplifier

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This 1000-watt bass amp delivers all the built-in features and high-quality tone of the Bugera BDX line with a 15" aluminum cone for added punch and clarity.

The BXD15A from BUGERA is a fully stage-ready powerhouse, delivering an incredible 1,000 Watts through a world-class, British-engineered 15" TURBOSOUND aluminum-cone driver that produces an amazingly clear and punchy attack. Offering superb signal shaping via a high-voltage MOSFET preamp with a wealth of bottom, mid and top-end EQ options, a classic compressor and our amazing DYNAMIZER Technology, the BXD15A out punches the competition with ease, style and tone. All these amazing features are lovingly packaged in highly portable, tilt-back enclosure that makes the BXD15A the ultimate player-friendly, onstage tone-machine.

TURBOSOUND - The Sound Difference

A world-leading British designer and manufacturer of professional loudspeaker systems, TURBOSOUND has been building cutting-edge speakers for more than 30 years, and won the venerable Queen's Award for Innovation numerous times for their highly acclaimed loudspeaker designs. You will find TURBOSOUND's distinguished products not only touring with the best-known international artists, but also in countless major venues worldwide.

Class-D - Massive Power, Perfect Sound

Thanks to revolutionary Class-D amplifier technology, Bugera is 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 read more 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, 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 ULTRABASS BXD15A is all about tone, and this highly versatile and responsive MOSFET preamp provides an abundance of headroom for consistently crystal-clear and faithful sound reproduction, no matter what style of music your gig calls for.

Studio-Quality Compressor - Stairway to Heaven

This totally transparent and musical compressor design allows your full dynamic range to shine through until your signal reaches the compression threshold, which is indicated by the highly visible status LED. The compressor increases sustain and gently smoothens out signal peaks, which is especially handy when you're laying down the funk, a la slap and pop, or hammering home your most-aggressive metal lines. The resulting output level lets you unleash powerful and impact laden bass lines, while still sitting right where you need to be in the mix!

DYNAMIZER Technology - The Secret Weapon

What is known as Parallel Compression or "New York" compression, is a dynamic range compression technique used as a secret weapon in high-end sound recording and mixing. Parallel compression is achieved by mixing an unprocessed "dry", or lightly compressed, signal with a heavily compressed version of the same signal. Rather than bringing down the highest peaks for the purpose of dynamic gain reduction, it reduces the dynamic range by bringing up the softest sounds, adding audible detail. It is most often used on stereo percussion buses in recording and mixdown, on electric bass, and on vocals in recorded and live concert mixes.

Sound Off

The passive Gyrator EQ circuit provides the sound and feel of traditional tube amps, while dedicated Bass, Mid and Treble controls, working in tandem with a sophisticated 5-position mid-frequency switch, helps you easily dial-in any tone you can imagine. A handy Mute switch allows you to tune up silently, and the -15 dB input switch enables you to jump between passive and active basses in a flash.

Get Connected

Equally adept in the studio, on the stage or in your practice room, the BXD15A is replete with convenient options and connectivity to help you get the job done. For recording and live performance applications, we've provided a world-class, balanced DI output. Also included is a dedicated FX Loop for connecting your external effects and a switchable Tuner Output that's perfect for use with a tuner, or as a live monitor feed. An Aux input is provided for playing along with your favorite music, and the headphone output offers superb tone while practicing.

Your Ultimate Tone Machine

Built from the ground up around an astonishingly-versatile MOSFET preamp, with massive tone sculpting EQ, and a remarkable DYNAMIZER-regulated, 1,000-Watt Class-D power amp, the BXD15A channels all of your precious tone through a touring-grade TURBOSOUND 15" aluminum-cone driver. The BUGERA BXD15A is quite simply... a bass player's dream come true!

Check out a demo of the BXD15A in this video from Bugera:


Features:

- Powerful 1,000-Watt amplifier with wedge-shaped cabinet
- World-famous, British engineered 15" TURBOSOUND aluminum-cone speaker
- Revolutionary Class-D amplifier technology: enormous power, incredible sonic performance and super-lightweight
- High-voltage MOSFET preamplifier gives you the sound and feel of an authentic tube amp
- Classic compressor increases sustain and smoothens out volume peaks when playing dynamic slaps
- DYNAMIZER Power Management technology for ultimate punch and to capture every nuance of your playing
- Dedicated Bass, Mid and Treble controls for ultimate sound shaping
- Selectable mid-frequency switch provides 5 classic sound variations to suit your playing style
- Switchable Ultra Low and Ultra High EQ for ultimate tone
- Passive Gyrator EQ circuitry for classic and authentic tube-style sound
- Balanced DI output for direct connection to your mixing console
- Dedicated FX Loop for external effects devices (stomp boxes, rack effects, etc.)
- Switchable Tuner Out works either as tuner connection or live monitor feed
- Aux input allows you to play along to your favorite music
- Active cooling system with variable fan speed, DC and thermal overload protection
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Bugera BXD15A Bass Combo Amplifier

The BXD15A from BUGERA is a fully stage-ready powerhouse, delivering an incredible 1,000 Watts through a world-class, British-engineered 15" TURBOSOUND aluminum-cone driver that produces an amazingly clear and punchy attack. Offering superb signal shaping via a high-voltage MOSFET preamp with a wealth of bottom, mid and top-end EQ options, a classic compressor and our amazing DYNAMIZER Technology, the BXD15A out punches the competition with ease, style and tone. All these amazing features are lovingly packaged in highly portable, tilt-back enclosure that makes the BXD15A the ultimate player-friendly, onstage tone-machine.

TURBOSOUND - The Sound Difference

A world-leading British designer and manufacturer of professional loudspeaker systems, TURBOSOUND has been building cutting-edge speakers for more than 30 years, and won the venerable Queen's Award for Innovation numerous times for their highly acclaimed loudspeaker designs. You will find TURBOSOUND's distinguished products not only touring with the best-known international artists, but also in countless major venues worldwide.

Class-D - Massive Power, Perfect Sound

Thanks to revolutionary Class-D amplifier technology, Bugera is 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, 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 ULTRABASS BXD15A is all about tone, and this highly versatile and responsive MOSFET preamp provides an abundance of headroom for consistently crystal-clear and faithful sound reproduction, no matter what style of music your gig calls for.

Studio-Quality Compressor - Stairway to Heaven

This totally transparent and musical compressor design allows your full dynamic range to shine through until your signal reaches the compression threshold, which is indicated by the highly visible status LED. The compressor increases sustain and gently smoothens out signal peaks, which is especially handy when you're laying down the funk, a la slap and pop, or hammering home your most-aggressive metal lines. The resulting output level lets you unleash powerful and impact laden bass lines, while still sitting right where you need to be in the mix!

DYNAMIZER Technology - The Secret Weapon

What is known as Parallel Compression or "New York" compression, is a dynamic range compression technique used as a secret weapon in high-end sound recording and mixing. Parallel compression is achieved by mixing an unprocessed "dry", or lightly compressed, signal with a heavily compressed version of the same signal. Rather than bringing down the highest peaks for the purpose of dynamic gain reduction, it reduces the dynamic range by bringing up the softest sounds, adding audible detail. It is most often used on stereo percussion buses in recording and mixdown, on electric bass, and on vocals in recorded and live concert mixes.

Sound Off

The passive Gyrator EQ circuit provides the sound and feel of traditional tube amps, while dedicated Bass, Mid and Treble controls, working in tandem with a sophisticated 5-position mid-frequency switch, helps you easily dial-in any tone you can imagine. A handy Mute switch allows you to tune up silently, and the -15 dB input switch enables you to jump between passive and active basses in a flash.

Get Connected

Equally adept in the studio, on the stage or in your practice room, the BXD15A is replete with convenient options and connectivity to help you get the job done. For recording and live performance applications, we've provided a world-class, balanced DI output. Also included is a dedicated FX Loop for connecting your external effects and a switchable Tuner Output that's perfect for use with a tuner, or as a live monitor feed. An Aux input is provided for playing along with your favorite music, and the headphone output offers superb tone while practicing.

Your Ultimate Tone Machine

Built from the ground up around an astonishingly-versatile MOSFET preamp, with massive tone sculpting EQ, and a remarkable DYNAMIZER-regulated, 1,000-Watt Class-D power amp, the BXD15A channels all of your precious tone through a touring-grade TURBOSOUND 15" aluminum-cone driver. The BUGERA BXD15A is quite simply... a bass player's dream come true!

Features:

- Powerful 1,000-Watt amplifier with wedge-shaped cabinet
- World-famous, British engineered 15" TURBOSOUND aluminum-cone speaker
- Revolutionary Class-D amplifier technology: enormous power, incredible sonic performance and super-lightweight
- High-voltage MOSFET preamplifier gives you the sound and feel of an authentic tube amp
- Classic compressor increases sustain and smoothens out volume peaks when playing dynamic slaps
- DYNAMIZER Power Management technology for ultimate punch and to capture every nuance of your playing
- Dedicated Bass, Mid and Treble controls for ultimate sound shaping
- Selectable mid-frequency switch provides 5 classic sound variations to suit your playing style
- Switchable Ultra Low and Ultra High EQ for ultimate tone
- Passive Gyrator EQ circuitry for classic and authentic tube-style sound
- Balanced DI output for direct connection to your mixing console
- Dedicated FX Loop for external effects devices (stomp boxes, rack effects, etc.)
- Switchable Tuner Out works either as tuner connection or live monitor feed
- Aux input allows you to play along to your favorite music
- Active cooling system with variable fan speed, DC and thermal overload protection

Reviewers gave this product an overall rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars. (8 ratings)
Submitted July 18, 2018 by Anthony McClard in Sumter, SC

"Bugera BXD15A Bass Combo Amplifier"

Overall: 4.5 out of 5 stars
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I bought mine from a local music store for $400 with a trade-in of my old Peavey 400 watt bass combo from the late 1970's. This amp is what I wished my Peavey could have been. I use the Bugera in three church services every week, and it performs splendidly. There's WAY more power than needed for a medium sized sanctuary, and I can tweak the sound of my bass for optimal sound. It has RCA inputs for a music player so I can practice. I've never heard any bass amp sound better than this one. The only place I could find a cover is http://www.amplifiercovers.com for $50, but it's really nice.
Sound
Practicing at home or playing at church, I can get just the right sound required for the venue.
Features
For practicing, I play my mp3 player through the RCA inputs of the AUX In. Every control option I need is there on the front panel.
Ease of Use
The Bugera is far easier to use than my old Peavey combo from 1978. No learning curve!
Quality
Everything about it seems well thought out and manufactured.
Value
For the price at which you sell it, this amp is a steal!
Manufacturer Support
I've had no problems with my amp, so no contact with the company.
The Wow Factor
It's SO easy to use and get just the sound I want, I have no desire for any other bass amp. I got a monster bass amp for the price of a good practice amp.

Musical Background:

Rhythm since 1973...bass since 1977 Mostly Southern Gospel with various trios and quartets and congregationals.

Musical Style:

Christian-Bluegrass and Southern Gospel
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