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The backpack-sized Phil Jones Bass BP-800 amplifier head provides one of the most impressive size-to-volume ratios in the bass amplification world, delivering 400 watts at 8 ohms and a maximum power rating of 800 watts into 4 ohms. This compact head is a superb choice for gigging bassists seeking to pare down their rig without compromising on tone and functionality ? the BP-800 skimps on neither of these qualities, featuring an incredibly versatile 5-band PBJ EQ, Mute/Passive/Active switch, and FX Send/Return to integrate your outboard effects. Furthermore, the BP-800 is flush with extensive I/O to excel in all manner of gigging and recording environments, with a balanced line-out (complete with pre/post-EQ controls and a ground lift), XLR DI Out, and standard Speaker Out for players seeking a traditional cabinet setup. Finish it all off with 1/8-inch Aux In and Headphone jacks, and the Phil Jones BP-800 is an all-in-one rig replacement that you can easily toss into a backpack.





Immensely powerful PJB 5-band EQ





For such a diminutive amp head, the PB-800 brandishes an awe-inspiring level of tone-shaping potential thanks to its PJB 5-band EQ. This flexible equalizer allows for /-18dB shaping of Lo-Bass, Hi-Bass, Mids, Lo-Treble, and Hi-Treble, allowing you to fine-tune your tone for almost any gig or session environment. For the player who requires studio-level equalization performance from their amplifier, the BP-800 is tough to beat.





Passive or active with the flick of a switch





As a rule, bassists tend to be a touch more utilitarian toward gear than their 6-string counterparts ? a rule that Sweetwater’s gear-obsessed bassists are happy to defy every chance they get! Our bassists find that a single bass often won’t do for more varied gigs. Still, different instruments can often require vastly different setups, especially if you’re lugging around both passive and active basses. Luckily, the BP-800 sports a convenient Active/Passive/Mute switch that allows you to accommodate basses of all kinds with the flip of a switch.





Top-of-the-line construction





While tone is all-important, veteran gigging bassists know that durability and reliability come in a very close second. Thankfully, the BP-800’s robust design is ready to take on anything the road life throws at it, constructed of a 1/4-inch thick CNC-milled front panel and thick aluminum chassis. Even the knobs are constructed from solid aluminum billet to deliver a solid, pleasing feel when tweaking your settings. Finally, the BP-800 is ready to take on the world, accommodating AC voltages from 100-240 volts AC without breaking a sweat.





Phil Jones Bass BP-800 800-watt Bass Amplifier Head Features:


Ultra-compact bass head that delivers 800 gig-ready watts of PBJ tone into 4 ohms (400 into 8 ohms)


Class A preamp and an incredibly efficient Class D power amplifier


PJB 5-band EQ offers /-18dB on each knob, granting you immense sound-sculpting potential


Mute/Passive/Active switch accommodates both active and passive basses of all styles


Versatile outputs to tackle any stage or studio situation, including a DI out, speaker out, and balanced line out with pre-/post EQ controls and a ground lift switch


Headphone jack for silent practice sessions


Sub-sonic filter removes the potential for excessive speaker cone motion


Variable input sensitivity to perfectly match your instrument's output with the amplifier


FX Send/Return to accommodate your favorite outboard effects


Heavy-duty build consists of a 1/4-inch thick front panel, thick aluminum chassis, solid aluminum knobs, and rock-solid Neutrik jacks


Accepts AC voltages from 100-240V AC, allowing you to perform anywhere in the world