Fender Bassman 800 Head
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Fender
Bassman 800 Head
Product Info
Article Number:
392959
Brand:
Fender
Model:
Bassman 800 Head
Category:
Hybrid Bass Heads
Price:
$1,516.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Bassman 800 is a seriously versatile amp – clean Fender sparkle meets a usable overdrive, all with a surprisingly clean DI out. It’s a great choice for gigging bassists needing a powerful, flexible head, especially those who appreciate a classic Fender sound with a modern edge.
Product Description
- Fender Bassman 800 Head
- Hybrid Amp Head fo Bass
- 2 Channels: Vintage and Overdrive
- Power: 800 W RMS 4 Ohm
- 2 Inputs
- Tubes: 2x 12AX7
- Vintage channel controls: Volume
- Bass (Pull Deep)
- Treble (Pull Bright)
- Control Overdrive Channel: Gain
- Blend
- Volume
- Bass (Pull Deep)
- Mid Freq
- Mid Level
- Treble (Pull Bright)
- Master (Pull Mute)
- Tube Overdrive Effect
- Effect Loop
- Line Out XLR with Ground Lift
- Level Control and Pre/Post EQ switch
- 2 Speaker Twist speaker connections
- Dimensions (H x W x D): 21.9 x 56.81 x 26.7 cm
- Weight 7.7 kg
PROS
- • Hybrid design blends tube warmth with solid-state reliability.
- • Vintage channel delivers classic Fender clean tones, exceptionally articulate.
- • Overdrive channel provides a usable, gritty sound without being overly saturated.
- • The DI output with XLR and ground lift is exceptionally clean and stage-ready.
CONS
- • 800W is overkill for smaller gigs or home practice; power scaling is needed.
- • The weight, while not outrageous, makes transport a two-person job.
- • Mid-frequency control on the overdrive channel could offer more nuanced shaping.
Product Video
Key Features
Power (Watts)
800 RMS @ 4 Ohms
Preamp Tubes
2 x 12AX7
EQ Bands
3-band (plus Bright/Deep switches)
DI Output
XLR with Ground Lift & Level Control
Speaker Output
2 x Twist-Lock Speaker Connectors
Weight
7.7 kg
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Frequently Asked Questions
The amp doesn't have a dedicated power scaling switch; you'll need to manage volume with the master and potentially the channel blend to dial it back for smaller spaces, which is standard for high-powered heads.
It’s more of a character enhancement—a slightly compressed, harmonically rich overdrive rather than a separate, selectable effect. Think of it as a subtle boost with added tube saturation.
It offers a more traditional Fender voicing than some competitors, which might be a plus or minus depending on your taste; the DI output is also exceptionally clean and well-featured.
