Bass Amps
Latest about Bass Amps

“A small yet mighty gig bag hero”: Mesa/Boogie launches powerhouse preamp/DI with all the tone-shaping capabilities of its high-end Subway line
By Jonathan Horsley published
A blockbuster sequel to the original, the Subway+ Bass DI‑Preamp II offers bassists everything they need in one compact housing that's 40 per cent smaller than its predecessor

Best budget bass amps 2026: brilliant bass tone without a hefty price tag
By Richard Blenkinsop last updated
Deliver low-end punch without the high-end price tag: the best budget bass amps from Fender, Ampeg and more

“It’s clearly had a lot of thought put into making it as flexible and useful as possible”: Laney Digbeth DB-EAST review
By Connor Flys published
Over a long, distinguished career, Nathan East has never had a signature amp. Until now…

Reverb and Ashdown are selling bass amps used by Geezer Butler during rehearsals for Black Sabbath’s final show
By Janelle Borg published
15 Head Of Doom amp heads will be sold exclusively via Ashdown’s Reverb Shop

“Our goal is to stay at the forefront of amplification innovation”: How Seymour Duncan set out to create the ultimate bass amp solution by pushing its PowerStage lineup to greater heights
By Matt Owen published
Sponsored by Seymour Duncan
Seymour Duncan has expanded its revered PowerStage line with a do-it-all amp head designed specifically for bassists – but it's so much more than just a companion for your amp modeler

Laney and Nathan East team up for a versatile signature bass head that ends a 40-year wait for the session legend
By Phil Weller published
East, one of the most celebrated bass players in history, knows a thing or two about tone – and he’s put practicality at the forefront of his new signature model

Seymour Duncan pushes the boundaries of its PowerStage series with dedicated bass unit
By Matt Owen published
The latest PowerStage offers an onboard preamp and built-in overdrive in a bid to cover all bases for bassists

Best bass amps: killer low-end amplification options for bassists
By Jonathan Horsley last updated
Give yourself the gift of thunder with the best bass guitar amps money can buy – featuring Trace Elliot, Hartke, Ampeg and more

Ashdown at the Guitar Showcase 2023: The LB 30 2.N bass amplifier – a fusion of classic valve tone and modern precision
By Guitar World Staff published
Sponsored
Combining the classic tone of valve amps and modern dynamic response technology, Ashdown's LB 30 2.N delivers a one-stop solution for all modern day bassists
All the latest guitar news, interviews, lessons, reviews, deals and more, direct to your inbox!

