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Ampeg PF-50T Bass Head

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Ampeg PF-50T Bass Head

Ampeg

PF-50T Bass Head

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Product Info

Article Number: 370899
Brand: Ampeg
Model: PF-50T Bass Head
Category: Tube Bassheads
Price: $1,318.90

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The PF-50T delivers that iconic Ampeg growl in a compact, studio-friendly package. It’s perfect for players who want a warm, vintage tone and a responsive feel – especially ideal for recording and smaller gigs where you want that classic Ampeg sound without needing a massive stack. The adjustable bias is a nice touch for tweaking the amp's personality.

Product Description

  • Ampeg PF-50T Bass Head
  • Electric Bass Head
  • All-tube amplifier
  • Power: 50 W @ 4 or 8 Ohm
  • 2 Preamp tubes 12AX7
  • 1 Power amp tube 12AU7
  • 2 Power amp tubes 6L6
  • 2 Inputs: 0 db and -15 db
  • Controls: Bass
  • mid and treble
  • 5-Step control for mids
  • Ultra hi/lo boosts
  • Input gain control
  • Pre/Post EQ
  • Ground Lift
  • Transformer balanced line out
  • Ideal for studio applications as load resistance (speaker) is not required
  • Adjustable bias controls
  • Dimensions: 382 x 190 x 260 mm
  • Weight: 8.8 kg
PROS
  • • Classic Ampeg tone, warm and punchy, excels in vintage styles
  • • 12AX7 preamp provides a sweet, responsive overdrive character
  • • Adjustable bias allows for personalized tube voicing and maintenance
  • • Transformer-balanced DI output offers a clean, professional recording signal
CONS
  • • 50 watts might be limiting for very loud stage environments
  • • The EQ is relatively basic, lacking more modern sculpting options
  • • Limited headroom; it's a tube amp designed for character, not pure power

Product Video

Key Features

Power (Watts) 50
Tubes 2 x 12AX7 (Preamp), 2 x 6L6 (Power), 1 x 12AU7 (Power)
EQ Bands 3
DI Output Transformer-balanced
Speaker Output 4/8 Ohm
Weight 8.8 kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

The PF-50T offers a similar tonal character but with considerably less power and headroom than an SVT. It’s a more focused, compact option for a warmer, more vintage sound.
It's primarily for experienced users or techs; it allows fine-tuning of the tube output and longevity, but isn’t essential for basic operation.
While it can handle some heavier playing, the PF-50T’s character leans towards warmer tones; it’s better suited for blues, rock, and vintage-inspired styles rather than aggressively modern genres.

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