Darkglass Alpha·Omega 900 Bass Head
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Darkglass
Alpha·Omega 900 Bass Head
Product Info
Article Number:
458772
Brand:
Darkglass
Model:
Alpha·Omega 900 Bass Head
Category:
Solid-State Bassheads
Price:
$1,292.50
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Alpha·Omega 900 is a powerhouse for modern bassists demanding versatility and high-end sound. Its dual-drive system and impulse response capabilities allow for a huge range of tones, from clean and articulate to aggressive and distorted – perfect for players in progressive metal, fusion, or anyone needing a supremely flexible amp head.
Product Description
- Darkglass Alpha·Omega 900 Bass Head
- Transistor Amp Head for Electric Bass
- 1 Channel
- Power: 900 Watt
- Dual-drive engine with mod control for infinitely adjustable (no fixed increments or steps) combination of alpha and omega drive circuits
- Latency-compensated post DI with digital speaker simulation
- Headphone output with speaker simulation
- Three impulse response slots selectable via cab select switch
- Adjustable VCA compression at studio quality
- Controls: Comp
- drive
- level
- blend
- gain
- master
- headphone volume
- Switch: Input passive/active
- distortion
- bite
- growl
- mute
- impedance: 4/2 Ohm
- GND lift
- cab select
- Dimensions (W x D x H): 267 x 254 x 70 mm
- Weight: 2.9 kg
- Includes intelligent footswitch
- Made in Finland
*Connections:*
- Input: 6.3 mm jack
- DI out: XLR
- FX send & return: 2x 6.3 mm jack
- Aux in: 3.5 mm stereo jack
- Headphone output: 6.3 mm stereo jack
- Pre & post DI out: 2x XLR
- MIDI in
- Footswitch input: 6.3 mm jack
- Micro USB
PROS
- • Exceptional clarity and articulation across the frequency spectrum.
- • The dual-drive engine offers unparalleled tonal sculpting flexibility.
- • Compact size and lightweight design (2.9kg) for easy transport.
- • High-quality VCA compression delivers studio-grade dynamics control.
CONS
- • Price point positions it as a premium investment for serious players.
- • Limited EQ bands might require external processing for extreme tonal shaping.
- • The 'growl' mode can become overly aggressive for subtle applications.
Product Video
Key Features
Power (Watts)
900
EQ Bands
3
DI Output
XLR, Latency-compensated with speaker simulation
Effects
VCA Compression, Impulse Response slots
Speaker Output
4/2 Ohm
Weight
2.9 kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
The 'Mod' knob provides a continuous blend between the Alpha and Omega circuits, allowing for nuanced tonal shifts beyond simple on/off switching – it's a remarkably smooth and expressive control.
Yes, the impulse responses are user-replaceable via the cab select switch; Darkglass supports standard .wav or .imp files for customization.
The 900 offers a similar tonal palette but with less overall power; the 1200 is more suited for larger stages and live rigs, while the 900 excels in studio and smaller venues.
