Phil Jones Double Four Plus BG-80 BK
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Phil Jones
Double Four Plus BG-80 BK
Product Info
Article Number:
598306
Brand:
Phil Jones
Model:
Double Four Plus BG-80 BK
Category:
Solid-State Bass Combos
Price:
$603.90
* Prices may vary. Check retailer for current pricing and availability.
The Double Four Plus BG-80 BK is a clever little amp – seriously impressive sound from such a small package. It's ideal for gigging bassists needing a portable, reliable practice amp or a low-volume stage solution. The built-in Bluetooth is a bonus for modern convenience.
Product Description
- Phil Jones Double Four Plus BG-80 BK
- Combo Amplifier for Electric Bass
- Transistor / solid-state design
- Class D amplifier
- Power: 90 W (RMS)
- Equipped with: 2x 4" PJB "Long-thro" full range speakers
- 3-Band EQ with +/- 15 dB boost/cut per band
- Switchable input for active basses (high output) and passive basses (high impedance of the pickups)
- Mute function
- Lightweight construction
- AUX input via 3.5 mm stereo jack and Bluetooth 5.1 with adjustable level
- Headphone output: 3.5 mm stereo jack
- Adjustable line output
- Speaker frequency range from 40 to 17
- 000 Hz
- Controls for input level
- bass
- treble
- master volume
- line out
- AUX/BT
- 3-Way toggle switch for Mute / Active / Passive
- Power switch
- USB Type-C port for alternative power supply
- Input voltage: 90 - 240 V AC
- Dimensions (W x D x H): 329 x 215 x 203 mm
- Weight: 5.1 kg
- Black Tolex cover
PROS
- • Compact Class D amp delivers surprisingly robust, clean low-end response.
- • PJB 'Long-Thro' speakers offer a wide, surprisingly full frequency range.
- • Active/Passive switch smartly adapts to diverse pickup configurations.
- • Bluetooth 5.1 adds convenient connectivity for practice and backing tracks.
CONS
- • EQ range (+/- 15dB) might feel limiting for extensive tonal sculpting.
- • 4” speakers, while impressive, lack the ultimate low-frequency thump for massive gigs.
- • USB-C power is a nice touch, but relies on a compatible power supply.
Product Video
Key Features
Power (Watts)
90
Speaker
2x 4” PJB 'Long-Thro' Full Range
EQ Bands
3
DI Output
Adjustable Line Output
Effects
None (no built-in effects)
Weight
Lightweight (specific weight not provided, but significantly lighter than comparable combos)
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Frequently Asked Questions
The switch intelligently adjusts impedance to optimize signal, but very high-output actives might still benefit from a preamp.
Yes, the adjustable line output provides a clean, usable signal for recording, though you may need to tweak levels for optimal results.
The Phil Jones offers a noticeably wider frequency response and a more articulate low end than the RB-108, though the Ampeg may have a slightly more aggressive, rock-oriented tone.
