weefunkateer Posted May 2, 2017 Share Posted May 2, 2017 (edited) [size=3][font=arial,helvetica,sans-serif]A[size=4]fternoon BC Massive.[/size][/font][/size] [size=4][font=arial, helvetica, sans-serif]Up for grabs is my (now) back-up head as after many years of excellent service it's been sat unused for the past few months and really should be back in Ampegction stat.[/font][/size] [size=4][font=arial, helvetica, sans-serif]Calling it lightweight is defo a streeeeeetch by today's standards but it is an ace US-made amp with a mega versatile EQ that has never let me down, and it's now long discontinued so like the best steak is a bit rare.[/font][/size] Perfect working order with some standard scuffs from usage as to be expected per the photos plus standard blurb and specs below... [attachment=244483:Ampeg_Portabass250_1.jpg] [attachment=244484:Ampeg_Portabass250_2.jpg] [attachment=244485:Ampeg_Portabass250_4.JPG] [attachment=244486:Ampeg_Portabass250_3.jpg] [size=4]Collection from SW London due to lack of posting materials or can meet anywhere in the capital or near vicinity within reason, and I'll throw in the this-defo-isn't-supposed-to-be-carried-in-an-ill-fitting-rucksack-but-by-jove-it-works Da Kine backpack that I've been using to lug it around since head-owning-time began.[/size] [size=4]Cheers![/size] [size=4][font=arial,helvetica,sans-serif]-------[/font][/size] [size=4][font=arial,helvetica,sans-serif][color=#000000]Less size, more power, more tone.[/color][/font][/size] [color=#000000][font=Arial, Calibri, Helvetica, sans-serif][size=3][size=4][font=arial,helvetica,sans-serif]The PortaBass Head offers the ultimate combination of full power and lightweight, compact construction. Micro Dynamic power amp circuitry eliminates bulky heat sinks, transformers, and filter capacitors, yet provides 250W and articulate dynamic response. Perfect for use with every kind of bass, from a hot-rodded 5-string to a vintage '60s classic.[/font][/size][/size][/font][/color] [color=#000000][font=Arial, Calibri, Helvetica, sans-serif][size=3][size=4][font=arial,helvetica,sans-serif]- Offers the ultimate combination of full power and lightweight, compact construction [/font][/size][/size][/font][/color] [color=#000000][font=Arial, Calibri, Helvetica, sans-serif][size=3][size=4][font=arial,helvetica,sans-serif]- Micro Dynamic power amp circuitry eliminates bulky heat sinks, transformers, and filter capacitors [/font][/size][/size][/font][/color] [color=#000000][font=Arial, Calibri, Helvetica, sans-serif][size=3][size=4][font=arial,helvetica,sans-serif]- Provides 250W and articulate dynamic response [/font][/size][/size][/font][/color] [color=#000000][font=Arial, Calibri, Helvetica, sans-serif][size=3][size=4][font=arial,helvetica,sans-serif]- Very clean, high-fidelity tone [/font][/size][/size][/font][/color] [color=#000000][font=Arial, Calibri, Helvetica, sans-serif][size=3][size=4][font=arial,helvetica,sans-serif]- 250W (4 ohm) / 150W (8 ohm)[/font][/size][/size][/font][/color] [color=#000000][font=Arial, Calibri, Helvetica, sans-serif][size=3][size=4][font=arial,helvetica,sans-serif]- 12.5"W x 3.75"H x 10.5"D[/font][/size][/size][/font][/color] [color=#000000][font=Arial, Calibri, Helvetica, sans-serif][size=3][size=4][font=arial,helvetica,sans-serif]- 14 lbs (6.3 kg)[/font][/size][/size][/font][/color] [color=#000000][font=Arial, Calibri, Helvetica, sans-serif][size=3][size=4][font=arial,helvetica,sans-serif]- EQ:[/font][/size][/size][/font][/color] [color=#000000][font=Arial, Calibri, Helvetica, sans-serif][size=3][size=4][font=arial,helvetica,sans-serif][color=#222222]Ultra Low: +6dB @ 40Hz [/color][/font][/size][/size][/font][/color] [font=Calibri][size=2][size=4][font=arial,helvetica,sans-serif]Low: ±14dB @ 100Hz [/font][/size][/size][/font] [font=Calibri][size=2][size=4][font=arial,helvetica,sans-serif]Low Mid: ±15dB @ 270Hz [/font][/size][/size][/font] [font=Calibri][size=2][size=4][font=arial,helvetica,sans-serif]Low Mid Shift: ±15dB @ 400Hz [/font][/size][/size][/font] [font=Calibri][size=2][size=4][font=arial,helvetica,sans-serif]High Mid: ±14dB @ 900Hz [/font][/size][/size][/font] [font=Calibri][size=2][size=4][font=arial,helvetica,sans-serif]High Mid Shift: ±15dB @ 1.9kHz [/font][/size][/size][/font] [font=Calibri][size=2][size=4][font=arial,helvetica,sans-serif]High: ±13dB @ 6kHz [/font][/size][/size][/font] [font=Calibri][size=2][size=4][font=arial,helvetica,sans-serif]Ultra High: +8dB @ 10kHz[/font][/size][/size][/font] [font=Calibri][size=2][size=4][font=arial,helvetica,sans-serif]Manual: [url="http://www.ampeg.com/pdf/pb250.pdf"]http://www.ampeg.com/pdf/pb250.pdf[/url][/font][/size][/size][/font] [font=Calibri][size=2][size=4][font=arial,helvetica,sans-serif]-------[/font][/size][/size][/font] Edited May 24, 2017 by weefunkateer Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mike.kennedy Posted May 17, 2017 Share Posted May 17, 2017 These are great sounding little amps... GLWTS.. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
weefunkateer Posted May 22, 2017 Author Share Posted May 22, 2017 Thanks Mike! Appreciate the support from the fellow Welsh massive! Giving this a lil bump.... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rorysmith Posted May 22, 2017 Share Posted May 22, 2017 PMd Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
weefunkateer Posted May 24, 2017 Author Share Posted May 24, 2017 Now sold! Cheers Rory! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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