Which bass guitar amp is better?

Question

Im just lookin for other ppls opinions on lookin for a new bass amp combo. I had my eyes set on a Crate, Fender, or a Galien-Kruger amp. They are all at a 100w powered and seem to have the same features, but which one is more trustworthy and reliable?? any open opinions??

Answer 1

I have to agree with , Ampeg is the only way to go. It's the same company that makes Crate, but Ampegs are built to go forever. Mine has gigged for almost 10 years straight with no (that's zero) repairs or breakdowns. If an Ampeg is out of your price range, a Crate will work just fine (I have a Crate keyboard amp which is almost 15 years old and works great).

Answer 2

I play a 100W Crate in our church band (it belongs to the church). Two out of four of the input jacks are bad. They also own a smaller Crate bass amp that is non-working. I would say the reliability of Crate leaves a little to be desired. I have heard better sounds from other brands, too.

That said... I *do* need to have my luthier setup my bass to the amp (haven't done it yet). I imagine the sound will be much better once my pickups are set to the Crate amp.

I have a Peavey micro-bass practice amp at home and I am very happy with that. (I also have a Peavey Rage 158 guitar practice amp that I am very happy with -- for guitar practice.)

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Answer 3

A Peavey amp

Answer 4

Crate makes an excellent bass amp. A lot of pros use it.

Answer 5

Go AMPEG for bass amps.

Answer 6

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