Amplifiers and Preamps
Be Heard.
So, it stands to reason: if you are going to amplify your bass, you're going to need an amplifier. (Duh.) We have carefully chosen a selection of quality amplifiers that all work well with upright basses and their pickups. And if you double -- meaning that you play gigs on both upright and electric bass -- we have amps that work well for that too. Regardless of your need, we will gladly help you navigate through the hype, so you can choose the amp that works best for your situation.
From a relatively inexpensive, simple combo -- to high-end, boutique amps and speakers with truly transparent sound and ultra-compact footprints -- we're sure to have something that will fit your needs (and your budget.) And our product descriptions are our own; we own and use several of these amps ourselves, and we've put all of them through their paces. We're a stocking dealer, and we know our product well. So if you have questions, email or call us and we'll give you the answers.
If you already have an amp, a Preamp Can Often Make "Good" Sound "Great!"
Could adding a preamplifier to your pickup and amp provide an improvement to your sound and/or setup? If you've got a couple of minutes, check out our detailed FAQ on the subject. But here's the shorthand -- some common reasons you might consider using a preamp:
- the input impedance specification of your amplifier is under 1 megohm
- there are features available from the preamp that are not on your amp, that can enhance or help with problems
- you want/need a convenient volume control (and tone controls?) close to you, for when your amplifier is not at your feet
- your pickup's output is very low, so you need a preamp to increase its signal level to better match your amplifier
- you want to blend multiple pickups, or a pickup and mic, etc.
- you need a good DI interface to send a feed to the soundman
So, which one do you choose? We've got lots of them, from tiny belt-clippable units to large table-top models -- and from stripped down simple units to ones which have more "bells and whistles" than a firetruck. So it largely depends on the features you want or need, and the format that you will find convenient.
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Magellan PRE Preamp/DI Pedal
Genzler Amplification
Our Low Price: $299.99This new pedal preamp from Genzler is essentially the front-end from one of their outstanding Magellan amplifier heads, in a pedal format without the amp. Providing excellent tone-shaping and sonic control, it is capable of many useful sounds for both...- FREE SHIPPING:
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StageBug SB-4 Ultra-Compact Active DI for Piezo Pickups
Radial Engineering
Our Low Price: $99.99If you - like me - don't like dragging a lot of extra gear to the gig, this little guy might just be your new best friend. The new Radial StageBug SB4 is an Active Direct Box which is designed for use with Piezo Pickups. If you're not familiar, a direct...- FREE SHIPPING:
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ALiX - One Channel Preamp
Grace Design
Our Low Price: $765.00The FELiX 2-channel preamp was released by Grace Design to great acclaim. Now get many of the same pro features in a single-channel model! The ALiX is the little brother of the FELiX; a "studio quality, acoustic instrument and mic preamp, designed for...- FREE SHIPPING:
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Bass Array Magellan 350/BA 10 1x10 Small Combo SERIES 2
Genzler Amplification
Our Low Price: $1,299.99When we first got a chance to hear the original version of this little combo, we were blown away. We also sell the head and speaker separately, but this combo puts it all together into one tight, convenient package, using a special "stealthy" mount on...- FREE SHIPPING:
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EDB-2 VAP Valve (Tube) 2-channel Preamplifier
Headway
Our Low Price: $649.00A new TUBE-based version of the EDB-2 Preamp! This new version of the EDB-2 preamp from Headway brings even more options to the table. You can blend TWO XLR mics with phantom power, blend pickups, multi-pickup units, and more. The new signal path...- Free Shipping:
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Elf - Super-Portable Bass Amplifier Head
Trace Elliot
Our Low Price: $349.99I had a Trace Elliot bass head way back in the 90s for my electric bass rig. They have always been a very highly respected brand, especially back then. In later years, my guitarist used one of the Trace Acoustic rackmount preamps to truly amazing effect,...- FREE SHIPPING:
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Replacement or Upgrade Power Cable for most common amplifiers (IEC C13)
Trusted Gollihur Music Partner
Our Low Price: $13.75What more can I say? This is your regular, common power cable. You probably have a bunch of them around the house, but you can never find one when you need it. We have a handful of them here, as they are commonly used with amplifiers (like Acoustic...- Small Accessory:
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2-Channel Phantom Power Supply for Professional Condenser Microphones
SignalFlex
Our Low Price: $74.99Sometimes you just need phantom power. The mics from AMT and DPA both require it, and the Stagebug DI from Radial Engineering does too.What's phantom power?Certain circuits feature "active" electronics - rather than "passive" - and therefore require...- FREE SHIPPING:
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EDM-1 H.E. 1 Channel Preamplifier
Headway
Our Low Price: $195.00Headway calls the EDM–1 H.E. an Equalizer/Direct Mini Preamplifier with Harmonic Enhancer. Wow, that's a mouthful. But this handy box packs a lot of nice functionality into its diminuitive (3" x 3.25" by 1.1") footprint. They say:...- FREE SHIPPING:
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Nu Classic 112T Speaker Cabinet (1x12)
Genzler Amplification
Our Low Price: $759.99The Nu-Classic line of speaker cabinets was announced in April 2021, and it provides a new option in amplification for double-bassists and electric bassists alike. While many bassists favor the "MBOL" (My Bass, Only Louder) approach to amplification,...- FREE SHIPPING:
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PZ-DI - Piezo-Optimized Direct Box
Radial Engineering
Our Low Price: $279.99Radial Engineering has long been known for extremely durable, reliable, great-sounding direct boxes. It's kind of "their thing." They've recently come out with a new model, which specifically addresses the needs of upright bassists like us - and it's...- FREE SHIPPING:
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ToneBone PZ Deluxe 1 Channel Preamplifier
Radial Engineering
Our Low Price: $309.99This Radial Tonebone PZ-Deluxe really impressed us. This powerful and flexible acoustic preamplifier is a great tool for both studio or stage, and it's safely packed inside one of Radial's usual rock solid floor pedals.Inside its small (5.75" x...- FREE SHIPPING:
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