2007-01-03 22:48:41 · 19 answers · asked by Teresa R 1 in Entertainment & Music ➔ Music
if you play it mid to high volume youll blow the speaker. its much safer to use a keyboard or bass amp.
2007-01-04 11:09:00 · answer #1 · answered by noxtommorow 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, but only in small, practise type or acoustic settings. Basically the amplifier isn't the issue, it's actually the speaker construction. You're likely, if you drive a guitar amp too loud with a bass (particularly if you play 5-String like I do) to blow the speakers as they aren't constructed to cope with the low frequencies.
I use a small Sunn (subsidiary of Fender) amplifier for practice and playing at folk-clubs etc. but it's just re-inforcing the sound, not blasting it out above other loud instruments. When playing with PA etc. I always use my Alligator Bass head and speaker Cabinet which is heavy, but beautiful and does the job right.
Also, some guitar amps are better built than others, so if you're thinking a cheap 30 watt guitar practice amp will work for a gig with drums etc. you'll be dissapointed and will probably reck it. The bass amp market has changed a lot and practice type bass amps are coming down in price and proper, 100 watt or more types are getting lighter every day. I'd recommed you look at the Behringer and Laney range if you're on a budget. If money's no object I'd go with Trace Elliot (second hand if possible) every time.
Hope this helps.
2007-01-03 23:18:48 · answer #2 · answered by H 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I believe they can.. I mean I dont think that the amplifier will be damaged but a bass amplifier will amplify the frequencies of the bass better than a guitar amplifier - and vice versa
2007-01-03 22:52:37 · answer #3 · answered by David C 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The speakers in guitar amps aren't designed to reproduce the low frequencies of a bass guitar. If you plug a bass guitar into a regular guitar amp, it will work....but you'll be in serious danger of blowing your speaker. The louder you play, the more the speaker cone needs to move, which increases the risk. Basically, if you play the bass at extremely low volume, you'll be okay. If you hear the slightest bit of distortion, back off. Think of this as a short term solution so you can practice in your room at whisper volume.
2016-03-29 07:09:03 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I used a bass amp for my Guitar back in the 80's but never the other way around, but I don't see why not.
2007-01-03 22:54:36 · answer #5 · answered by The Alchemist 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
They can, but a bass amplifier has different electrical settings which give a better sound!
2007-01-03 22:51:51 · answer #6 · answered by voodoobluesman 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
yes, up to a point. if your guitar amp has heavy duty or large (at least 12 inch diameter) speakers then you're in with a chance, but beware not to have the volume too high or there is a risk that the bass frequencies will rip your speakers since they will not cope with the amount of movement required to make the noise you're asking it to.
2007-01-03 23:17:36 · answer #7 · answered by guitarman 1 · 0⤊ 1⤋
yes, but usually the speakers arent powerful enough to project the lower bass frequencies without distortion.
2007-01-04 00:27:40 · answer #8 · answered by another detroit bassist 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, but they're not designed to do so. It's a matter of the circuitry and the speakers.
They wouldn't be my first choice; especially in a live performance situation.
2007-01-06 01:19:04 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yeah, but you're not going to get the sound you probably desire unless you mess with the settings a bit. It won't hurt the amp though.
2007-01-04 02:37:40 · answer #10 · answered by Rasputin 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋