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Amplifiers and Preamps

Amplifiers and Preamps

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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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    Fuchs FBS-300 Amplifier Head - with basses

    FBS Solid-State Bass Instrument Amp (WW Style)

    Fuchs Audio Technology

    only $924.00
    At Gollihur Music, when it comes to amplifying our upright basses, we've always preferred amps that have a transparent, hi-fi sound. We carry a lineup of amps in a few different price ranges, because our customer base varies in what they can (or want to)...
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  • ToneBone PZ Deluxe 1 Channel Preamplifier, top

    ToneBone PZ Deluxe 1 Channel Preamplifier

    Radial Engineering

    only $309.99
    This 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...
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    Genzler Nu Classic 112T Speaker Cabinet, next to upright bass

    Nu Classic 112T Speaker Cabinet (1x12)

    Genzler Amplification

    only $759.99
    The 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,...
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  • Grace Design REX Preamp - main view

    REX Microphone Preamplifier for Stage and Studio

    Grace Design

    only $585.00
    The REX is the smaller of two high-performance Grace Design mic preamps in rugged pedal chassis, designed to inspire new creative possibilities for performing and recording musicians. Think bassists, horn players, singers, harmonica shredders, one-mic...
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  • StageBug SB-4 Ultra-Compact Active DI for Piezo Pickups

    StageBug SB-4 Ultra-Compact Active DI for Piezo Pickups

    Radial Engineering

    only $99.99
    If 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...
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  • Magellan PRE Preamp/DI Pedal

    Magellan PRE Preamp/DI Pedal

    Genzler Amplification

    only $299.99
    This 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...
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    PJB Compact PLUS Combo, Black

    Compact PLUS Combo Amplifier

    PJB (Phil Jones Bass)

    Special Price: $1,249.99
    Regular Price $1,399.99
    We were among the very first dealers to bring Phil Jones amps to the US market, and we've brought them back on board! The "Compact PLUS Combo" is the update to the popular "Suitcase Compact" combo - and it's a surprisingly potent little amp with a very...
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  • 2-Channel Phantom Power Supply for Professional Condenser Microphones

    2-Channel Phantom Power Supply for Professional Condenser Microphones

    SignalFlex

    only $74.99
    Sometimes 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...
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  • EDM-1 H.E. 1 Channel Preamplifier by Headway, 3/4 view

    EDM-1 H.E. 1 Channel Preamplifier

    Headway

    only $195.00
    Headway 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:...
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  • Instrument Cable: 6 foot TRS (stereo) ¼ inch

    Instrument Cable: 6 foot TRS (stereo) ¼ inch

    K and K Sound

    only $14.00
    6 Foot STEREO INSTRUMENT CABLE with two ¼ inch TRS (stereo, 3 conductor) connectors, for two channel systems, such the Bass Master Pro, Rockabilly, and Golden Trinity systems. This is the same cable that is supplied with the systems, and used to...
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  • Protec Equipment Case - main view

    Semi-Hard Amp/Equipment Case with Custom Foam Inserts

    Protec

    only $129.00
    Because it's exactly what we chose it for, this case is a perfect fit for the Fuchs Audio Technology bass amp line. But is very versatile and can definitely be used for many other pieces of gear! For instance, Kyle has customized one to carry his mic rig...
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    PJB BP-200 Amp Head, front panel

    BP-200 Amplifier Head

    PJB (Phil Jones Bass)

    only $375.00
    We were among the very first dealers to bring Phil Jones amps to the US market, and we've brought them back on board! I'll be updating the specs on this amp with my personal descriptions very soon. In the meantime, here's the information as provided by...
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    only $375.00