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While there are a lot of options for plugging your bass directly into a sound system or recording device, nothing beats the sound of a powerful bass amp pushing air with real speakers. And for practice or band rehearsal, nothing is more convenient than plugging directly into a bass guitar amp and turning it on. Whether you’re looking for a robust practice solution or a world-class touring rig, Sweetwater has your bass amp needs covered.

Bass Combo Amps


Bass combo amps are an all-in-one solution that makes them a natural choice for practice sessions, rehearsals, or even someone with a small vehicle. But don’t let that fool you — there are many bass combo amps that are powerful enough to gig with in small- to medium-sized rooms. If gigging is your priority, keep an eye out for bass combo amps that are equipped with a direct output — it gives you the option of sending your bass guitar tone directly to the sound system, without requiring a separate direct box for this purpose.

Bass Amp Heads


For a bit more flexibility, bass amp heads allow you to match whatever type of bass speaker cabinet you prefer. You could use a bass amp head to drive a compact 1 x 12" speaker cab for practices, and then use it to power a massive 8 x 10" bass speaker cabinet at gigs. And consider that bass amplifier heads with multiple speaker outputs allow you to create hybrid bass rigs — you could use one bass amp to simultaneously drive a 15" speaker for low-end power, plus a 4 x 10" cabinet for enhanced midrange richness and snap.

Replacement Bass Speakers


Whether you prefer a bass combo amp or a bass amp head paired with a speaker cabinet, the speakers you use have a huge impact on your core sound. We offer a wide range of replacement bass speakers for when you’re ready to really fine-tune your sound. If you love your bass guitar and really like how your bass amplifier performs, but you’re still having trouble achieving your ideal tone, swapping bass speakers may be exactly the tweak you’ve been looking for.

Bass Amp Maintenance


It’s worth noting that one of the best things you can do to ensure reliable performance from your bass amp is to simply take care of it — a simple dust cover will go a long way toward protecting your investment. Covering your bass amp helps prevent dust and other particulates from accumulating around pots and inside jacks. A bass amp cover can even help protect against minor liquid spills that could seriously damage your amp’s electronics. Basically, when you’re not playing your bass guitar through your amp, simply putting a cover on it is one of the best things you can do to ensure long-term reliability.

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