Bass amplifiers

Ampeg SVT-3 Pro

450 W @ 4 Ω / 275 W @ 8 Ω · Tube Preamp · 9-Band Graphic EQ · XLR DI

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Also used for: Recording & studio · Live sound equipment

Model details

Hybrid bass head delivering 450 W into 4 Ω or 275 W into 8 Ω, with a tube preamp and solid-state output stage. Three-band tone controls, selectable midrange frequencies and a switchable nine-band graphic EQ provide detailed stage-tone adjustment. The balanced XLR DI supplies a console feed independently of the speaker connection, with pre/post selection, level control and ground lift; the effects loop and preamp/power-amp connections support external processing.

Typical uses: Concert bass backline · Bass amplifier recording · Live bass with a direct console feed

Setup & compatibility

Need a complete rig? Tell us which speaker cabinet and speaker cable to include, or list the ones you’re bringing. Your quote defines the supplied setup.

Model
Ampeg SVT-3 Pro
Brand
Ampeg
Equipment type
Bass amplifiers
Rated output
450 W RMS into 4 Ω; 275 W RMS into 8 Ω (3% THD)
Minimum speaker load
4 Ω total
Tone shaping
Bass, midrange and treble controls; five selectable mid frequencies; switchable 9-band graphic EQ
Direct output
Balanced XLR with pre/post-EQ selection, output level and ground lift
Connections
Effects send/return, tuner out, preamp out and power amp in