Ampeg SVT 50th Heritage Sp.Ed.

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Ampeg SVT 50th Heritage Sp.Ed.

Ampeg

SVT 50th Heritage Sp.Ed.

4.7 Expert Rating

Product Info

Article Number: 464325
Brand: Ampeg
Model: SVT 50th Heritage Sp.Ed.
Price: $3,958.90

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This SVT 50th Heritage is a serious piece of gear, capturing the golden age of Ampeg bass tone. It’s built like a tank with those 6550s delivering that unmistakable growl, perfect for players wanting that classic SVT sound but with a bit more manageable wattage. A real workhorse for stage and studio, especially suited for rock, blues, and roots music.

Product Description

  • Ampeg SVT 50th Heritage Sp.Ed.
  • Tube Amp Head for Electric Bass
  • 50th Heritage Special Edition
  • Channel 1 corresponds to the 1969 version
  • Channel 2 is based on the sound of the mid 70s SVT models
  • Power: 300 watts
  • Impedance: 2 and 4 Ohm
  • Preamp: tube (2 x 12AX7)
  • Driver: tubes (1 x 12AX7
  • 2 x 12AU7)
  • Power Amp: Tube (6 x 6550)
  • Controls for gain
  • master
  • bass
  • treble
  • mids
  • Parametric mids: 5 positions (220
  • 1600
  • 3000 Hz)
  • Ultra Hi/Lo Boost
  • Balanced DI-Out
  • Power Amp input
  • Pre Amp output
  • Slave output
  • BIAS Setting
  • Wooden cabinet
  • Dimensions (W x H x D): 61 x 29 x 33 cm
  • Weight: 36.3 kg
  • Made in USA
PROS
  • • Heritage circuit accurately recreates iconic 1969 and '70s SVT tones.
  • • Hand-wired construction ensures exceptional reliability and tonal nuance.
  • • 6550 power tubes deliver the legendary Ampeg 'punch' and sustain.
  • • Solid wood cabinet adds vintage aesthetic and structural integrity.
CONS
  • • The substantial weight makes transport challenging for solo performers.
  • • Limited EQ flexibility compared to modern, multi-band bass amps.
  • • Premium-priced, representing a significant investment for most bassists.

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Key Features

Power (Watts) 300
Tubes 2 x 12AX7 (preamp), 1 x 12AX7 (driver), 6 x 6550 (power)
EQ Bands 5 (plus Ultra Hi/Lo Boost)
DI Output Balanced
Speaker Output 2/4 Ohms
Weight 36.3 kg

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Frequently Asked Questions

It’s remarkably close, meticulously designed to replicate the original's character, though subtle component differences exist to meet modern reliability standards.
Absolutely, 300 watts provides plenty of headroom for most venues; it’s a sweet spot between power and tonal integrity, avoiding excessive compression at moderate volumes.
A 10-12 in speaker, something with a vintage vibe and a paper cone would really complement the amp's tonal character.

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