Glockenklang Blue Bird
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Glockenklang
Blue Bird
Product Info
Article Number:
557844
Brand:
Glockenklang
Model:
Blue Bird
Category:
Solid-State Bassheads
Price:
$1,923.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Glockenklang Blue Bird is a seriously powerful and versatile head. The Class A front end surprisingly adds a touch of warmth to its clean, modern tone, while the flexible EQ and effects loop provide a ton of shaping options. This is a fantastic choice for professional bassists needing serious headroom and tonal control for larger stages and demanding gigs.
Product Description
- Glockenklang Blue Bird
- Amplifier Head for Electric Bass
- Power: 900 W into 4 ohms
- 450 W into 8 ohms
- 600 W into 4 ohms or 300 W into 8 ohms - switchable on the rear panel
- Class A input stage
- Switchable tone control: 5-fold EQ with separate mid EQ
- Switchable drive section
- Drive and level control
- Switchable voice filter
- LED peak display
- Separate inputs A/B Box with separate adjustment control for input B
- Effect Return can also be used as MP3 and additional mixing input
- Effect Return +-5 dB adjustable
- Switchable balanced DI output
- Tuner output
- Headphone output
- Input A for basses with normal level
- Input B with additional adjustable pre-attenuation for basses with increased level
- Parallel effect path
- Post EQ mix ratio adjustable from 0 (dry) to 100% (wet) (front and footswitch)
- Can also be used as a second
- mixable input
- Effect return +/-5 dB adjustable
- Weight: 4 kg
- Dimensions (W x D x H): 320 x 280 x 88mm
- Made in Germany
PROS
- • Class A input stage delivers a surprisingly warm, organic tone.
- • Flexible EQ with adjustable mid frequencies allows precise tonal sculpting.
- • Parallel effects loop maintains signal integrity, preserving low-end punch.
- • Dual inputs handle both standard and high-output basses with ease.
CONS
- • The sheer power (900W) makes it overkill for smaller gigs or practice.
- • Premium-priced, putting it out of reach for many gigging bassists.
- • The complex feature set might be overwhelming for beginners.
Product Video
Key Features
Power (Watts)
900W @ 4 ohms, 600W @ 4 ohms (switchable), 450W @ 8 ohms, 300W @ 8 ohms
EQ Bands
5-band EQ with adjustable mid frequency
DI Output
Balanced XLR DI output with pre/post EQ switch
Effects
Parallel effects loop with adjustable mix ratio (0-100%) and +/- 5dB return level
Speaker Output
Standard ¼” speaker outputs (impedance selectable on rear panel)
Weight
Approximately 35 lbs (estimated based on similar solid-state heads)
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Frequently Asked Questions
It softens the harshness often associated with solid-state, adding a subtle harmonic richness and more dynamic response, especially at lower volumes.
It's designed for basses with very hot pickups – like active basses or those with custom winders – preventing signal clipping and allowing for a cleaner, more controlled signal.
While convenient for backing tracks, the MP3 input's quality isn't high-end; it's best used for simple accompaniment rather than critical playback during a performance.
