Ampeg B-100R “Rocket Bass”
Stats
- 100-Watts RMS power output:
- 1 x 15" speaker
- 4-band tone controls
- Ultra Low, Ultra Mid, and Ultra High tone boost circuits
- Unbalanced line out
- Headphone output
- Dimensions: 19" x 21" x 14"
- 65 lbs.
“If you're looking for vintage Ampeg sex appeal with modern functionality, the B-100R should put a smile on your face. The B-100R ‘Rocket Bass’ combo amp combines the look, sound and tone of the original Portaflex with the outstanding reliability of contemporary, solid-state design.
“The 100-Watt B-100R drives a vintage 15" speaker and features four bands of EQ, plus Ultra Low, Mid, and High switches for custom-tailoring your sound.
“Featuring the same warm tone and easy to use controls as its vintage counterpart, the B-100R is rugged, lightweight and maintenance-free.”
— Ampeg.com
I snatched up this little monster off of eBay. Some music instructor in California was letting his/her student(s) yank the plug out of the wall by the cord, so the shielding has detached from the plug. An easy fix. Aside from that, plus a moderate collection of dust on the surface and a couple of minor dings, this amp is in great shape. And that's really all I need.
I managed to plug it in for the first time and play through it without electrocuting myself. The Gain was at 3, the Volume at a scant 1, the tone dials were in their usual spots, and the Ultra-Low boost switch was on. That was enough to rattle the windows. All I need now is a willing ladyfriend to help me set the controls for "Oh God!" and the pits of Hell will open up once I start playing it at club volume.
June 23, 2009
I finally got around to replacing the plug on this amp’s power cable. As an added bonus, I did not electrocute myself.
