Ampeg Venture V3
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Ampeg
Venture V3
Product Info
Article Number:
576138
Brand:
Ampeg
Model:
Venture V3
Category:
Solid-State Bassheads
Price:
$493.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Venture V3 is a surprisingly capable and affordable Ampeg head. It nails the classic SVT tone, making it a great choice for gigging bassists who want that Ampeg sound without the premium price tag. It's a solid, reliable workhorse, especially for rock, blues, and funk.
Product Description
- Ampeg Venture V3
- Transistor Head for Electric Bass
- Power: 300 Watts at 4 Ohm
- SVT- and B15-Voicings
- Controls: Grit and level for overdrive
- gain
- 3-band EQ (mids
- bass
- treble) and volume
- Switches: 0 / -15 dB input
- Ultra Hi- and 3-way Ultra Lo switch
- overdrive circuit
- SVT and B15 voicing
- speaker/line-out mute
- Balanced XLR with switches for pre/post EQ
- ground lift and 0 / -20 d
- Effect loops: send and return
- Input: 6.3 mm jack
- AUX input: 3.5 mm jack
- Speaker output: jack / Speakon combo socket
- Headphone output
- Balanced DI output
- Foot switch input (TRS)
PROS
- • Ampeg's signature SVT voicing delivers classic, warm bass tones.
- • 300 Watts provides ample headroom for rehearsals and smaller gigs.
- • Flexible 3-band EQ allows for shaping your bass's character.
- • Balanced XLR DI output with pre/post EQ options is gig-ready.
CONS
- • Solid-state design lacks the organic warmth of a tube amp.
- • Ultra Lo switch's impact is subtle, not a true sub-bass powerhouse.
- • The compact size means limited internal space, potentially affecting heat dissipation.
Product Video
Key Features
Power (Watts)
300
EQ Bands
3
DI Output
Balanced XLR
Effects
Send/Return Loop
Speaker Output
Jack/Speakon Combo
Weight
25 lbs (estimated)
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Frequently Asked Questions
The B15 voicing is a brighter, more mid-focused sound, aiming for a cleaner, more modern tone than the iconic SVT's punchy, low-end emphasis.
It's a usable overdrive, adding grit and sustain—not a high-gain distortion, but a nice touch for adding some edge to your tone.
The DI output is quite good, providing a clean, balanced signal suitable for recording, although some may prefer a more nuanced preamp for critical tracking.
