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The Ampeg SVT Bass Amplifier
An overview of the many editions and variations available on Reverb of quite possible the most renowned bass amplifier ever produced.
The All-Tube Ampeg SVTs You Need To Know
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Ampeg SVT-CL Classic Series 300-Watt Tube Bass Amp Head 2000 - 2006
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Ampeg SVT "Blue Line" 300-Watt Bass Amp Head 1969 - 1972
Used from $4,498Introduced in 1969, the Ampeg SVT was an absolutely revolutionary amplifier, pushing an unprecedented 300 watts through an 8 by 10 cabinet. The SVT has gone through a number of design changes over the years, but remains an unmistakable part of touring rigs and backlines for generations of musicians though the first model ceased production in 1985. The earliest SVT heads are characterized by silver grill faces, black tolex, and blue text.
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Ampeg SVT "Black Line" 300-Watt Bass Amp Head 1972 - 1975
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Ampeg SVT-VR Classic Series 300-Watt Bass Amp Head
Used from $1,495The Ampeg Classic Series SVT-VR is a 300-watt tube bass amplifier head, a reissue of the classic "Blue-Line" SVT amplifier from 1969. The SVT-VR sports two channels across four inputs (two normal, two bright) with 3-band EQ on channel one and simpler 2-band EQ on channel two.
Like the original, the SVT-VR is powered by 6x 6550 power amp tubes, though some modern features (like a Speakon output connector) are also in place.
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Editorial content by Evan Weiss