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The Bugera BVP5500 is a classic 550 watt value bass amplifi ... Read more

The Bugera BVP5500 is a classic 550 watt value bass amplifier head with valve gain control and 9-band graphic EQ. The tone of the BVP5500 begins with two selected pairs of 12AX7 preamp valves with their own Drive control. Plus when you want to rock the house you need serious power. The BVP5500 brings 550 of the cleanest fan-cooled watts you’ll ever hear or feel. And since bass players do not live by watts alone, the BVP5500 is equipped with a stunning arsenal of tone-sculpting tools, including a 3-band EQ with sweepable mids, ultra-high and ultra-low switches, and a 9-band graphic EQ for the ultimate in tone control. For expanded vesatility, there is an effects loop and an insert channel with preamp out and power amp in connections. Use the included footswitch to kill the signal to the amp, allowing you to tune in blissful silence and to activate/deactivate the graphic EQ. Bugera VBP5500 Bass Amplifier Head Features Powerful 550-Watt valve bass amplifier head for classic sound and performance 4 x 12AX7 valves give you the ultimate sound and feel only valves can provide Valve Gain controls the dynamics and tonal response of the power amp to deliver anything from punchy to thick and compressed sounds Ultra-musical 9-band graphic EQ for total frequency control Dedicated Bass, Mid, Treble and additional Mid frequency control enable ultimate sound shaping Bright function for brilliant sound enhancement, even with heavy compression Switchable Ultra Low and Ultra High function for ultimate tone Dual footswitch for Mute and EQ functions included Balanced XLR DI output for direct connection to your mixing console Switchable Tuner output works either as a tuner connection or a live monitor feed Effects Loop for external effects devices (stomp boxes, rack effects, etc.) Power Amp input and Preamp output connectors allow you direct access to the power amp and a signal tap from the preamp section for even greater versatility Integrated limiter and active, temperature-controlled cooling system for ultimate protection High-quality components and exceptionally rugged construction ensure long life Minimize

The Avalon U5 Pure Class A instrument DI & preamplifier is ... Read more

The Avalon U5 Pure Class A instrument DI & preamplifier is the most powerful direct box available today. Its state-of-the-art, high input impedance input stage, 100% discrete, Pure Class A signal amplifiers, and half rack size have made this DI a favorite in studios around the world since 1995. The U5 features 1/4' Hi-Z and speaker level inputs (up to 400 watts!), balanced line and mic level XLR outputs, a 1/4' thru jack, and tone & boost controls. The U5 is ideal for bass guitar and acoustic instruments, electric guitars, keyboards, synthesizers and low output pickups. The U5 high-voltage DI-preamp combines a unique passive tone selector with a variable gain preamp and filter. The high input impedance accepts a wide variety of signal levels and instruments from acoustic guitars to high-output active bass guitars and keyboards. The U5 direct box is loaded with sonic character and user features professionals demand. Avalon U5 Features Pure Class A, 100% discrete design Smooth musical detail and sonic excellence Variable gain preamp to +30dB. Dual microphone and line outputs Hi-Z 3,000,000 ohm input impedance Very low noise -100dB High headroom +30dB Six tone bank selections DC coupled Class A output for superior bass High cut switch eliminates noise LED active signal indicator Headphone monitor output jack Low distortion less than 0.5% THD and IMD High level 400 watt speaker input Active to thru selector - ground isolation switch 100% discrete power supplies for audio path Internal toroidal power supply for low noise Long lasting, stainless steel hardware SONIC EXCELLENCE Designed to optimize absolute signal integrity and musical performance, the U5 includes many features and sonic excellence unequaled by lesser designs. The U5 is ideal for bass guitar and acoustic instruments, electric guitars, keyboards, synthesizers and low output pickups. Features include state-of-the-art, high input impedance input stage for zero load effect on sensitive pickups and keyboards, 100% discrete, Pure Class A signal amplifiers, practical user features and rugged hardware designed to deliver true high performance audio for many years. DESIGNED FOR DEEP & CONTROLLED BASS Avalon U5 DI-preamps have been in use around the world since 1995. They have found their way into the world's leading musicians rigs and recording sessions and been featured on thousands of the best selling (and sounding) albums and live performances. MINIMUM SIGNAL PATH DESIGN The U5 includes a variable gain Class A preamplifier to boost low level pickup signals and a high level speaker input for capturing the live sound of the instruments amplifier. Six passive tone-EQ curves are also included to enhance a variety of acoustic and electric instruments. A high-cut switch eliminates unwanted acoustic pickup and high frequency noise, while a headphone monitor amp has been included for personal listening. Twin DC coupled Class A output amplifiers drive both low level microphone preamp inputs and high level +4dB inputs for direct to tape recording or processing. The active-to-thru switch selects either the instrument input directly or sends the boosted-equalized signal to the amplifier via the front panel jack. A ground isolation switch eliminates any possible earth loop or AC buzz problems with complete safety. Minimize

The Bugera BTX36000 is a true bi-amping stereo bass amplifi ... Read more

The Bugera BTX36000 is a true bi-amping stereo bass amplifier head. Bugera named it “The Nuke” for a good reason — with 3,600 Watts in bridged mode and 2 x 1,800 when run in stereo or bi-amped mode, this bad boy is the most powerful bass amp in the world! But The Nuke isn’t just about power, thanks to its staggering array of tone-sculpting options, including 3-band EQ with sweepable mids, Ultra-High, Ultra-Low and Bright switches, and a 9-band graphic EQ. A built-in adjustable Compressor and switchable Limiter ensure distortion-free performance. And if bi-amping is your thing, you’ll love the onboard Crossover with Balance control. The Nuke even provides XLR and 1/4 inch outputs to send the bi-amped signal to the front of house. Need even more features? How about two Insert Channels with Preamp Out and Power Amp In connections? How about a footswitchable stereo Effects Loop? We even provide the footswitch, which pulls double-duty for FX and the graphic EQ Bugera The Nuke BTX36000 Bass Amp Head Features Extremely powerful 3,600-Watt true bi-amping stereo bass amplifier Ultra-flexible 2 x 1,800-Watt stereo or 3,600-Watt bridged mode Integrated Crossover with dedicated Frequency and Balance controls for bi-amping operation Active, ultra-musical 9-band graphic EQ for total sound control Dedicated Bass, Mid, Treble and additional Mid frequency control enable ultimate sound shaping Switchable Ultra Low and Ultra High processing for ultimate tone Integrated Compressor increases sustain and smoothes out volume peaks when playing dynamic slaps Bright function for brilliant sound enhancement, even with heavy compression Balanced DI outputs with pre/post routing for direct connection to your mixing console Tuner outputs on front and rear panel Stereo Effects loop for external effects devices (stomp boxes, rack effects, etc.) Dual footswitch for graphic EQ and Effects loop included Independent DC and thermal overload protection on each channel automatically protects amplifier and speakers High-quality components and exceptionally rugged construction ensure long life Minimize