
But, lo! Just a cursory adjustment of any one of the six EQ parameters delivers a profound effect to your tone. Where to start with the bass amp that can do everything except drive the tour bus? Well, let’s start with the 6-band EQ: set it flat and report a wholly transparent performance, not unlike a top-line acoustic amplifier. It is available in 350-, 500- and 700-watt formats, offering a similar setup and features, it’s good value, ready for the stage, studio, whatever you throw at it.

The control it offers you over the EQ is exceptional, with a smart front panel that has everything but the speaker and tuner outputs, and the preamp is awesome (and sold as a pedal). If you’re looking for a bass amp that sums up where the craft is at right now, it’s got to be the Aguilar Tone Hammer (opens in new tab). We have a couple of recommendations here. From now until the end of Cyber weekend, we’ll be bringing you the very best offers we can find on a range of brilliant music gear.

Looking for a bargain? Well, our Black Friday guitar deals page is the place to go. Perhaps what’s most noteworthy, and what is so encouraging for today’s bassists, is that whatever you want from your tone – be it an elastic bounce for funk or pure bass-heavy thunder – there’s an amplifier out there that will make it happen. Our list features bass guitar amps of all kinds, from super-portable micro heads to state-of-the-art hybrid amplifiers, high-end all-tube heads, to budget-friendly practice combos - there is something for everyone here.
