Best Solid-State Bassheads 2025

Top-rated solid-state bassheads 2025 - expert picks for every budget and skill level

Last updated: October 15, 2025 • Next update: October 22, 2025

PRICE RANGES: Under $200 Under $300 Under $500 Under $800 Under $1,000 Under $2,000

SKILL LEVELS: For Beginner For Intermediate For Professional For Advanced

GENRES & STYLES: For Modern Rock For Metal For Pop For Funk For Live Performance For Reliable Bass Tone

BRANDS: Markbass Eich Amplification Ampeg Darkglass Warwick

Eich Amplification T500 - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.8/5 (52 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

6/10

Eich Amplification T500

by Eich Amplification

Reliable Bass Tone Funk Metal

Key Feature:

• Usually more affordable

✓ PROS

• Instant-on convenience
• Consistent, reliable performance

✗ CONS

• Can sound clinical
• Needs separate speaker cabinet

Eich Amplification T500Transistor Bass HeadPower: 500W into 4 Ohm300W into 8 OhmClass-D power amplifierActive 4-Band...

⭐ 4.8/5 (52 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

6/10

Art. 386893

$989

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Eich Amplification TB250 Sub-Bass - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 5.0/5 (38 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

8/10

Eich Amplification TB250 Sub-Bass

by Eich Amplification

Reliable Bass Tone Live Performance Modern Rock

Key Feature:

• Instant-on convenience

✓ PROS

• Consistent, reliable performance
• Instant-on convenience

✗ CONS

• Needs separate speaker cabinet
• May lack warmth

Eich Amplification TB250 Sub-BassTransistor Bass Amp HeadPower: 250 Watts at 4 OhmSolid state preamplifier with volume...

⭐ 5.0/5 (38 reviews)

Sound:

7/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 588437

$439

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Eich Amplification T900 - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 5.0/5 (53 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

8/10

Eich Amplification T900

by Eich Amplification

Metal Pop Funk

Key Feature:

• Usually more affordable

✓ PROS

• Instant-on convenience
• Lower maintenance costs

✗ CONS

• Needs separate speaker cabinet
• Limited natural overdrive

Eich Amplification T900Transistor Bass HeadActive 4-band EQ"Taste" controllerTuner outputMute...

⭐ 5.0/5 (53 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 386897

$1,154

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Mesa Boogie Subway WD-800 - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.7/5 (55 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

6/10

Mesa Boogie Subway WD-800

by Mesa Boogie

Metal Pop Modern Rock

Key Feature:

• Consistent, reliable performance

✓ PROS

• Consistent, reliable performance
• Instant-on convenience

✗ CONS

• Needs separate speaker cabinet
• Limited natural overdrive

Mesa Boogie Subway WD-800Bass Top SectionPower: 800 W @ 4 or 2 ohms400 W @ 8 ohmsPower amplifier with 8/4 or 2 ohm...

⭐ 4.7/5 (55 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

6/10

Art. 454946

$1,649

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Markbass Little Mark Rocker 58R - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.6/5 (35 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

8/10

Markbass Little Mark Rocker 58R

by Markbass

Modern Rock Reliable Bass Tone Pop

Key Feature:

• Instant-on convenience

✓ PROS

• Usually more affordable
• Consistent, reliable performance

✗ CONS

• Needs separate speaker cabinet
• Limited natural overdrive

Markbass Little Mark Rocker 58RTransistor Amp Head for Electric BassPower: 500W into 4 Ohm300W into 8 OhmPreamp:...

⭐ 4.6/5 (35 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 597352

$835

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Glockenklang Blue Bird - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 5.0/5 (33 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

6/10

Glockenklang Blue Bird

by Glockenklang

Funk Metal Modern Rock

Key Feature:

• Usually more affordable

✓ PROS

• Clean, precise bass response
• Instant-on convenience

✗ CONS

• Needs separate speaker cabinet
• Less character than tube heads

Glockenklang Blue BirdAmplifier Head for Electric BassPower: 900 W into 4 ohms450 W into 8 ohms600 W into 4 ohms or 300...

⭐ 5.0/5 (33 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

6/10

Art. 557844

$1,924

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Markbass Little AG 58R - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.8/5 (22 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

8/10

Markbass Little AG 58R

by Markbass

Pop Modern Rock Reliable Bass Tone

Key Feature:

• Lower maintenance costs

✓ PROS

• Lower maintenance costs
• Clean, precise bass response

✗ CONS

• May lack warmth
• Limited natural overdrive

Markbass Little AG 58RAmp Head for Electric BassAndrew Gouchè (Godfather of Gospel) signature modelPower: 500W at 4...

⭐ 4.8/5 (22 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 604285

$747

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Harley Benton Block-800B - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.5/5 (3 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

9/10

Harley Benton Block-800B

by Harley Benton

Reliable Bass Tone Live Performance Pop

Key Feature:

• Clean, precise bass response

✓ PROS

• Lower maintenance costs
• Clean, precise bass response

✗ CONS

• Needs separate speaker cabinet
• May lack warmth

Harley Benton Block-800BAmp Head for Electric BassPower: 800 W RMS at 4 OhmClass D power amplifier4-Band EQSmart...

⭐ 4.5/5 (3 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

9/10

Art. 424520

$384

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Markbass Little Mark 250 Black Line - Professional Music Instrument Photo

⭐ 4.7/5 (51 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Markbass Little Mark 250 Black Line

by Markbass

Metal Modern Rock Reliable Bass Tone

Key Feature:

• Consistent, reliable performance

✓ PROS

• Instant-on convenience
• Lower maintenance costs

✗ CONS

• Can sound clinical
• Less character than tube heads

Markbass Little Mark 250 Black LineBass HeadOutput Power: 250W at 4 Ohm and 150 Watt at 8 OhmTransistor pre ampAnalogue...

⭐ 4.7/5 (51 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

7/10

Art. 305332

$384

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Markbass Little Marcus 58R - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#10

⭐ 4.8/5 (56 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

6/10

Markbass Little Marcus 58R

by Markbass

Modern Rock Reliable Bass Tone Metal

Key Feature:

• Clean, precise bass response

✓ PROS

• Usually more affordable
• Clean, precise bass response

✗ CONS

• Limited natural overdrive
• Needs separate speaker cabinet

Markbass Little Marcus 58RAmplifier Head for Electric BassTransistor amplifierPower: 500 W @ 4 Ohm / 300 W @ 8 OhmEQ1:...

⭐ 4.8/5 (56 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

6/10

Art. 570183

$611

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Markbass Little Mark IV - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#11

⭐ 4.6/5 (6 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

6/10

Markbass Little Mark IV

by Markbass

Pop Modern Rock Funk

Key Feature:

• Instant-on convenience

✓ PROS

• Consistent, reliable performance
• Lower maintenance costs

✗ CONS

• Needs separate speaker cabinet
• May lack warmth

Markbass Little Mark IVAmp Head for Electric Bass1 ChannelPower: 500 Watt RMS @ 4 Ohm300 Watt RMS @ 8 OhmFrequency...

⭐ 4.6/5 (6 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

6/10

Art. 525910

$568

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Aguilar AG 700 V2 Bass Head - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#12

⭐ 5.0/5 (19 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

8/10

Aguilar AG 700 V2 Bass Head

by Aguilar

Funk Pop Metal

Key Feature:

• Instant-on convenience

✓ PROS

• Lower maintenance costs
• Usually more affordable

✗ CONS

• Less character than tube heads
• Needs separate speaker cabinet

Aguilar AG 700 V2 Bass HeadAmp Head for Electric BassPower: 700 watts into 2.67 and 4 ohm350 watts into 8 ohmMinimum...

⭐ 5.0/5 (19 reviews)

Sound:

9/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 593317

$1,231

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Eich Amplification T500 Black Edition - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#13

⭐ 4.8/5 (43 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

8/10

Eich Amplification T500 Black Edition

by Eich Amplification

Reliable Bass Tone Metal Funk

Key Feature:

• Lower maintenance costs

✓ PROS

• Usually more affordable
• Instant-on convenience

✗ CONS

• Limited natural overdrive
• Less character than tube heads

Eich Amplification T500 Black EditionTransistor Bass Amp HeadBlack Edition - Limited series for the 35th anniversary of...

⭐ 4.8/5 (43 reviews)

Sound:

10/10

Build:

9/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 522110

$989

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Eich Amplification T300 - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#14

⭐ 4.8/5 (24 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

6/10

Eich Amplification T300

by Eich Amplification

Reliable Bass Tone Funk Pop

Key Feature:

• Instant-on convenience

✓ PROS

• Usually more affordable
• Consistent, reliable performance

✗ CONS

• Limited natural overdrive
• Needs separate speaker cabinet

Eich Amplification T300Transistor Bass HeadActive 4-Band EQ"Taste" controlTuner outputMute switchTransformer...

⭐ 4.8/5 (24 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

10/10

Value:

6/10

Art. 386890

$879

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Darkglass Microtubes 200 Bass Head - Professional Music Instrument Photo

#15

⭐ 4.5/5 (47 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

8/10

Darkglass Microtubes 200 Bass Head

by Darkglass

Live Performance Modern Rock Reliable Bass Tone

Key Feature:

• Consistent, reliable performance

✓ PROS

• Consistent, reliable performance
• Instant-on convenience

✗ CONS

• Can sound clinical
• Needs separate speaker cabinet

Darkglass Microtubes 200 Bass HeadTransistor Amplifier Head for Electric BassChannels: 1Power: 200 wattsLightweight top...

⭐ 4.5/5 (47 reviews)

Sound:

8/10

Build:

8/10

Value:

8/10

Art. 554878

$439

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How to Choose the Best Solid-State Bassheads

Budget Planning

• Under $200: Entry-level
• $200-$500: Intermediate
• $500-$1000: Advanced
• $1000+: Professional

Quality Check

• Sound clarity & tone
• Build materials & finish
• Hardware durability
• Overall craftsmanship

Key Features

• Your musical style
• Skill level match
• Intended use case
• Brand reputation

Frequently Asked Questions

Key factors include build quality, sound characteristics, playability, brand reputation, warranty coverage, and value for money. Consider your musical style, skill level, and intended use to find the best match.

Budget depends on your needs and experience level. Beginners can find quality options for $200-500, intermediate players should consider $500-1500 range, while professionals often invest $1500+ for premium features.

Higher-priced solid-state bassheads typically offer better materials, craftsmanship, and performance. They're worth it if you're serious about music, perform regularly, or need professional-grade features.

Top brands combine quality, innovation, and reliability. We evaluate brands based on build quality, sound performance, durability, and customer satisfaction to recommend the best options for different budgets.

Both have advantages. Online offers better prices and selection, while stores allow hands-on testing. We recommend researching online first, then testing in stores if possible. Many online retailers offer excellent return policies.

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Best Solid-State Bassheads 2025

Eich Amplification T500

Eich Amplification TB250 Sub-Bass

Eich Amplification T900

Mesa Boogie Subway WD-800

Markbass Little Mark Rocker 58R

Glockenklang Blue Bird

Markbass Little AG 58R

Harley Benton Block-800B

Markbass Little Mark 250 Black Line

Markbass Little Marcus 58R

Markbass Little Mark IV

Aguilar AG 700 V2 Bass Head

Eich Amplification T500 Black Edition

Eich Amplification T300

Darkglass Microtubes 200 Bass Head

How to Choose the Best Solid-State Bassheads

Budget Planning

Quality Check

Key Features

Frequently Asked Questions

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How much should I spend on solid-state bassheads?

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