Gain access to instant vintage bass mojo with the uad ampeg b15n emulation a faithful recreation of the revered studio classic. Your b15n has either a 25watt b15nc or 30watt output b15nf, one 15 speaker, a sixtube chassis with two 6l6 power tubes, and two channels with three inputs and volume, treble, and bass controls for each channel. When ampeg introduced the b15 portaflex short for portable reflex baffle system in 1960, it set the standard for all future bass amplification, quickly becoming the most popular bass amp in the world. The ampeg b15 is the holy grail of bass amps and is a wonderful tool for reamping due to its signature tone and insane lower frequency response. The poplar cabinet is extremely rugged and looks great with ampegs black diamond tolex and classic b15 grille cloth. The b 15 and its subsequent variants went on to become the mostrecorded bass amplifier in history. Ampeg b15n bass amplifier plugin bass musician magazine. Ik multimedia ik ampeg svx software download musicians friend. This latest version adds on to the original svx software with the addition of the svtvr a vintage reissue of an early 70s blueline svt head, the v4b the legendary 1971 original and heritage b15n which has distinct switchable. Full guide and demo of the ampeg b15n bass amp plugin from plugin alliance and brainworx. Save ampeg b15 to get email alerts and updates on your ebay feed. The ampeg b15 would give voice to this newfangled four string wonder, giving it enough power to cut a groove through any mix. Aug 02, 2016 the ampeg b15 bass amp defined the sound of recorded electric bass. One of the coolest features of the b 15n was the lucite ampeg panel that illuminated when the amp was turned on.
From motown sides with james jamerson to classic stax records with donald duck dunn, this 30watt, 1. I am planning to build an amp based on the ampeg b15. Through it all, jemmott has relied on ampeg bass amps, including the legendary b15 and svt. Also heres a dumb question, what would happen if i played guitar through a bass amp. Ampeg svt bass amp demonstration emulation used line 6 bass pod bass used.
Hi all, did ampeg every make a fliptop b 15 for guitar, not just bass or a similair amp with the same stylelook. Conceived in 1958 by the late legend jess oliver aka that dude who first put reverb into a guitar amp, the b 15 grew up alongside our modern music industry. Defining the sound of electric bass, the ampeg b15n has been instrumental in everything from motown cuts with james jamerson to classic stax records with. Hello everyone i hector and i am a long time fan of ampeg products, i have a 1970 dan armstrong bass, an scroll neck aeb in mint condition which i play on all of my latinsalsa gigs, an ampeg amb1 purple quilt bass, an amg1 guitar which is awsome, an ampeg b1re bass amp and finally i got directly from jess oliver a b15r ampeg portaflex amp. The b15t is a combo amplifier that was introduced in the early 1990s, and was only produced for a few years. Jun 16, 20 ampeg svx recreates the sounds, operation and feel of the worlds most influential line of bass amplifiers and brings it to your desktop.
Ampeg svx2 has all the tone, none of the weight bass. Ampeg b15 planning stages page 2 telecaster guitar forum. The history of the legendary ampeg b15 guitar world. If you know of any other good free bass amp sim plugins, please share them in the comments section. Ampeg b15n portaflex 2channel 30watt 1x15 bass reverb. The ampeg b15 bass amp defined the sound of recorded electric bass. Pr the ampeg b15 bass amp defined the sound of recorded electric bass. Plugin alliance ampeg b15n bass amp the definitive guide.
I have a 64 b15n and im not sure what you mean by mushy. I know this is a bass amp but i would love your guys help on this since you are all so much more knowledgeable about tube amps than i am. Invented by the iconic jess oliver over 50 years ago, the ampeg b15 was one of the first bass amps brought to light during the bass revolution. Below is an exciting video documenting the tail end of this build. Ampeg b15nthis is a ampeg b15n in full working condition. Ampeg b15n by universal audio bass amp simulator vst plugin. If you want to see what ampeg is up to nowadays, you might want to check out the ampeg site. Ampeg b15n bass amplifier uad audio plugins universal audio. The stamped frame ceramic eminence 15 driver pushes out true ampeg tone, with the ability to dial in the right amount of highs via the ampeg lpad attenuator. Get a low price and free shipping on thousands of items.
Shop now and receve free shipping on your order today. For more ampeg v4 information see the ampeg v4 pages. The heritage b15 features the circuit paths of both a 1964 and 1966 b15, including classic baxandall eq controls and premium 6sl7 octal preamp tubes along with. The uad ampeg b 15n has two channels available, one of which is modeled after the 1964 version, and the other after the 1966 model. From motown sides with james jamerson to classic stax records with donald duck dunn, this 30watt, 1x15, alltube brute oozes character delivering a warm and fat fundamental note that. The b15s is the one with the bassflatguitar knob in channel one, they were made in the 1970s at least the ones ive seen. Also worth checking out is the blue muse unofficial ampeg page. The uad ampeg b15n has two channels available, one of which is modeled after the 1964 version, and the other after the 1966 model. This alltube model limited production features the classic tube preamp combined with a selectable tube 60w100w power amplifier for the most soughtafter vintage bass sound ever. Based on the reissued 1960s ampeg b15r, enhanced and improved. Developed by brainworx, the ampeg b15n bass amplifier plugin perfectly emulates the circuitry, tone stack, and iconic.
Heritage b15 bass amplifier heritage b15 technical specifications preamp tube 3 x 6sl7 n. Ampeg b15 heritage series bass amp the heritage b15n is alltube and circuitboard based with a cool new flat black finish ampeg today adds another model to its heritage line of amplifiers the heritage b15n. It is arguably the most sought after bass tone the adesigns reddi, broughton p15, ampeg portaflex, and more are all just copies. Each channel offers an independent high and low baxandall eq, as well as volume. I use an ampeg v4 with an acoustic cab with 2 15s in it. Ive been wanting to try building a tube bass amp for a while and ive been curious to find out why fliptops sound the way they do. This helps to replicate that tone and vibe that you expect from the ampeg name, but in a software format. The b 15 was the first in the companys portaflex series, and after becoming the preferred studio amp of session musicians like james jamerson and chuck rainey. The b 15t is a combo amplifier that was introduced in the early 1990s, and was only produced for a few years.
The b15 was the first in the companys portaflex series, and after becoming the preferred studio amp of session musicians like james jamerson and chuck rainey. Ampeg ba115v2 1x15 150watt bass combo amp with scrambler 150w 1 x 15 bass combo amplifier with 3band eq, aux input, 15db pad, headphone output, ultra hilo tone shaping, effects loop, direct out, highfrequency mute, and bass scrambler black. The first amp in ampegs portaflex series was the b15, a 2channel tube amplifier with perchannel volume controls and shared baxandalltype tone control, housed within a fliptop tunedport cabinet design mounted to a dolly. We have the ampeg 1970s b 15 tube bass combo amp in stock in our vintage collection. Ampeg svx 1 recreates the sounds, operation and feel of the worlds most influential line of bass amplifiers and brings it to your desktop. The heritage b 15 features the circuit paths of both a 1964 and 1966 b 15, including classic baxandall eq controls and premium 6sl7 octal preamp tubes along with. The b15 and its subsequent variants went on to become the mostrecorded bass amplifier in history. All hardware working well, tolex and grill cloth exhibit a few tears and punctures from use, but good players grade condition overall. Plugin alliance empowers worldrenowned analog hardware companies with a digital strategy and provides. The heritage b15 features the circuit paths of both a 1964 and 1966 b15, including classic baxandall eq controls and premium 6sl7 octal preamp tubes along with a bias switch, recreating each years distinctive bias methodology.
Save ampeg b 15 to get email alerts and updates on your ebay feed. Ampeg b15r diamond blue series amp musicians friend. So it makes sense that he has become a big fan of a new member of ampegs b15inspired portaflex series. Gain access to instant vintage bass mojo with the uad ampeg b15n emulationa faithful recreation of the revered studio classic. Youll get the legendary sounds of the svtcl, the b 15, the 4pro and ba500, all in a convenient lightweight and easytouse package. Requesting more bass amps seems to be a common theme here. I havent had a chance to test out the free solid state bass preamp that comes with amplitube custom shop, but its another good free option. Youll get the legendary sounds of the svtcl, the b15, the 4pro and ba500, all in a convenient lightweight and easytouse package.
In this video julian rodgers from pro tools expert takes a look at the new ampeg b15n bass amplifier plug in. Bundle includes ampeg hb 15 heritage series 30watt 1x15inch bass combo amp, 10foot instrument cable, pick card, and polishing cloth. Hi all, did ampeg every make a fliptop b15 for guitar, not just bass or a similair amp with the same stylelook. Aug 02, 2016 pr the ampeg b15 bass amp defined the sound of recorded electric bass. From motown sides with james jamerson to classic stax records. Metal caster for ampeg svt810av and svt410hlf bass guitar amplifiers. Even the ampeg book considered it a step backward when they put back the 5ar4 instead of the ss rec, but i really dont hear this mushiness it allegedly adds. The b15 does exceptionally well with bass guitar, but is also suitable for guitars, keys and other instruments or sounds, for packing punch and adding smooth and rich lowend tones. Ampeg, a division of loud technologies is recognized worldwide as the premier name in bass and guitar amplification since the 1960s, when the svt super valve tone bass amplifier took the rock world by storm with its 300 watts, 8 x10 speaker cabinet and a tone that would go on to set the standard for rock and roll bass. Bundle includes ampeg hb15 heritage series 30watt 1x15inch bass combo amp, 10foot instrument cable, pick card, and polishing cloth. One of the coolest features of the b15n was the lucite ampeg panel that illuminated when the amp was turned on. Simply use the volume control to dial in rich, smoky tones, perfect for jazz and soul, or inch the volume up for a fat guttural growl that teams with harmonics and character. The ampeg b15n plugin is the third ampeg bass amp emulation developed by brainworx for the uad2apollo platform, following last years svtvr and svt3 pro. Audio output transformer for ampeg svtcl classic bass head.
Ampeg heritage b15n bass amp demo sweetwater at winter. Hello everyone i hector and i am a long time fan of ampeg products, i have a 1970 dan armstrong bass, an scroll neck aeb in mint condition which i play on all of my latinsalsa gigs, an ampeg amb1 purple quilt bass, an amg1 guitar which is awsome, an ampeg b 1re bass amp and finally i got directly from jess oliver a b 15r ampeg portaflex amp. From motown sides with james jamerson to classic stax records with donald duck dunn, this 30watt, 1x15, alltube combo delivered a warm and fat fundamental note that laid the foundation for 60s and 70s rock, funk, and soul. This will not be a period correct build and will not be an exact copy. It is a b 15t, which is not exactly regarded as the nicest planet in the ampeg solar system. It is arguably the most sought after bass tone the adesigns reddi, broughton. By 1963, the portaflex series business had grown to 44% of ampegs amplifier sales. I have a 64 b 15n and im not sure what you mean by mushy. Oct, 2011 i have been a bass player and gear hound for years, so it is surprising that it took so long for an ampeg amplifier to come into my life.
Ampeg svx recreates the sounds, operation and feel of the worlds most influential line of bass amplifiers and brings it to your desktop. From motown sides with james jamerson to classic stax records with donald duck. Rack ear kit for ampeg svt7pro watt tube preamp bass head. Jul 26, 2019 the ampeg b 15 would give voice to this newfangled four string wonder, giving it enough power to cut a groove through any mix. I am planning to build an amp based on the ampeg b 15. Aug 17, 2010 your b 15n has either a 25watt b 15nc or 30watt output b 15nf, one 15 speaker, a sixtube chassis with two 6l6 power tubes, and two channels with three inputs and volume, treble, and bass controls for each channel. Jan 16, 2010 ampeg svt bass amp demonstration emulation used line 6 bass pod bass used.
I use an ampeg v4 with an acoustic cab with 2 15 s in it. Ampeg ba115v2 1x15 150watt bass combo amp with scrambler 150w 1 x 15 bass combo amplifier with 3band eq, aux input, 15db pad, headphone output, ultra hilo tone shaping, effects loop, direct out, highfrequency mute, and bass scrambler black the ampeg ba115 bass combo amplifier has been redesigned. By 1963, the portaflex series business had grown to 44% of ampeg s amplifier sales. I would recommend trinitys portaflex 15 inch bass cab or evs classic tl606 cab pictured not included. Universal audio introduces the ampeg b15n bass amplifier plugin.
Sep 04, 2018 requesting more bass amps seems to be a common theme here. This is more or less a clone of the head section of the ampeg b15n, known as the portaflex or fliptop. Get the guaranteed best price on tube combo bass amplifiers like the ampeg b15r diamond blue series amp at musicians friend. From motown sides with james jamerson to classic stax records with donald duck dunn, this 30watt, 1x15, alltube brute oozes character delivering a warm and fat fundamental note that laid the foundation for 60s and 70s rock, funk, and soul. The first b15 was put in mass production in 1964, and was followed up by a 1966 version. Plugin alliance empowers worldrenowned analog hardware companies with a digital strategy and provides software developers with services that allow them to. The trip top combines the original circuits of both the ampeg b 15nc 1964 as well as the later b 15nf 196567. Shortly after the b15s introduction in 1960, it became the most popular bass amp in the world. The ampeg b15n bass amplifier plugin flawlessly captures the original hardwares dual 6l6powered circuit as well as its simple, ultramusical twoband baxandall eq.
The ampeg b15n plugin is the third ampeg bass amp emulation developed by brainworx for the uad2apollo platform, following last years. The originals were all kinds of destroyed, so i put in two eminence delta pro 15 a speakers and really like them. Ampeg b15n bass amplifier uad audio plugins universal. Also heres a dumb question, what would happen if i.
I actually use the v4 with only two tubes, but set up like that it is perfect for what im doing. Sounds amazing and is great for studio or stage use. Input 1 is at 0 db, while input 2 is at 15 db useful for modern instruments with higher output levels. The ampeg b15 gave voice to the bass guitar, providing the foundation for the unforgettable grooves of motown. Developed by brainworx, the ampeg b15n bass amplifier plugin expertly emulates the circuitry, tone stack, and iconic thump of ampegs. Wish ampeg b15 bass amp fractal audio systems forum. The ampeg b15n is a classic all tube bass amp that has been featured. The ampeg b 15 gave voice to the bass guitar, providing the foundation for the unforgettable grooves of motown. In contrast to the svt amps, the b15n has a more modest power output, with a 30watt alltube amp head driving a 15 loudspeaker cab.
I think the ampeg b15 is ripe for being the next bass amp added to the axe fx iii. Like a lot of the popular sewing machines at the time, the b 15 stored. The b15 will not have the headroom you need unfortunately. Iks ampeg svx is one of the more popular paid bass amp sim plugins. It is a b15t, which is not exactly regarded as the nicest planet in the ampeg solar system. I have been a bass player and gear hound for years, so it is surprising that it took so long for an ampeg amplifier to come into my life. Universal audio introduces the ampeg b15n bass amplifier. We have the ampeg 1970s b15 tube bass combo amp in stock in our vintage collection.
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