Genz Benz Shuttle 6.0 Bass Amplifier Head (600 Watts)
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The Genz Benz Shuttle 6.0 is one of the most popular compact amps available. With 600 watts and a 12AX7 tube in a 4 pound package, the Shuttle 6.0 rules.
Overview
The Genz Benz Shuttle 6.0 incorporates a high-innovative removable chassis design powered 600 watt design, while remaining extremely compact and weighting only 3.75 lbs. The Shuttle 60 blends the best of analog and digital platforms to produce the ultimate in warmth, punch and power.
The Shuttle 6.0's signal path utilizes a 12AX7 tube preamp with our acclaimed Active EQ and responsive Signal Shape circuitry. An optional foot switch is available for use with the Signal Mute and our 3 Signal Shaping circuits.
The power amp section is a leading-edge high power Class D module, which also incorporates a Switch Mode Power Supply. The Shuttle 6.0 delivers 375 watts at 8 ohms and over 600 watts at 4 ohms.
As a part of the unique Shuttle design the amplifier can be removed from the "saddle" of the combo models to provide ultimate flexibility in this bass system.
Genz Benz quality and versatility delivers over 600 watts output and a rich feel in this lightweight package. There is no sacrifice of tone or power in order to enjoy the benefits of a bass amp under 4 lbs. For any concert stage the Shuttle 60 is a high-powered bass "solution" that still fits into your gig bag.
- Power: 375W/8 ohms; 600W/4 ohms
- Analog 12AX7 Tube Preamp
- Digital SMPS (Switch Mode Power Supply)
- High Current Class D Amplifier
- Active EQ w/Parametric Mids
- 3-Band Signal Shape Circuit (Footswitchable)
- Signal Mute Switch (Footswitchable)
- Tuner Out
- Extended… read more Range Input Gain for Active/Passive Sensitivity
- Limiter Circuit
- LED Status Indicators
- Speakon Speaker Outputs
- Internal Fan Cooling
- Full XLR Direct Out Interface
- Aux. Input
- Headphone Jack
- Effects Loop
- Optional Footswitch available read less
The Shuttle 6.0's signal path utilizes a 12AX7 tube preamp with our acclaimed Active EQ and responsive Signal Shape circuitry. An optional foot switch is available for use with the Signal Mute and our 3 Signal Shaping circuits.
The power amp section is a leading-edge high power Class D module, which also incorporates a Switch Mode Power Supply. The Shuttle 6.0 delivers 375 watts at 8 ohms and over 600 watts at 4 ohms.
As a part of the unique Shuttle design the amplifier can be removed from the "saddle" of the combo models to provide ultimate flexibility in this bass system.
Genz Benz quality and versatility delivers over 600 watts output and a rich feel in this lightweight package. There is no sacrifice of tone or power in order to enjoy the benefits of a bass amp under 4 lbs. For any concert stage the Shuttle 60 is a high-powered bass "solution" that still fits into your gig bag.
Features
- Ultra Light 3.75 lb Design- Power: 375W/8 ohms; 600W/4 ohms
- Analog 12AX7 Tube Preamp
- Digital SMPS (Switch Mode Power Supply)
- High Current Class D Amplifier
- Active EQ w/Parametric Mids
- 3-Band Signal Shape Circuit (Footswitchable)
- Signal Mute Switch (Footswitchable)
- Tuner Out
- Extended… read more Range Input Gain for Active/Passive Sensitivity
- Limiter Circuit
- LED Status Indicators
- Speakon Speaker Outputs
- Internal Fan Cooling
- Full XLR Direct Out Interface
- Aux. Input
- Headphone Jack
- Effects Loop
- Optional Footswitch available read less
Specs
Power Output: 375 Watts @ 8 ohms /600 Watts @ 4 ohms
Preamp Type: Tube 12AX7
Weight: 3.75 lbs.
Dimensions (HxWxD): 2 1/2 x 10 x 10 1/2 in.
Preamp Type: Tube 12AX7
Weight: 3.75 lbs.
Dimensions (HxWxD): 2 1/2 x 10 x 10 1/2 in.
Reviews
Submitted November 20, 2008 by Jon
"Genz Benz's entry into the compact head market has set the bar high."
zZounds Employee
Written by a current zZounds employee or former employee during the time of their employment.
Depending on which way the wind blows, I may get some high-level or vintage head in the future, but I do not plan to ever sell this head. It's the cornerstone of my rig, and too versatile and powerful to just stop using. Highly recommended.
Sound
Highly versatile sound out of this. Of course, it's got that clean tone Genz Benz is known for - but I like a grittier rock sort of sound. The preamp gain lets you push the onboard 12AX7 as much as you like to get just that. Of course, it's not going to sound quite like an SVT, but as these compact hybrid amps go, it's very versatile and has a wide variety of good tones available.
Features
The cut and boost switches are great to have whenever you need a little more of something, and having a mid frequency knob is always nice. I haven't had the opportunity to try it out with a proprietary footswitch, but it does have that capability. It only has Speakon outs, which you may find annoying if you don't own any of those cables yet, but those are quickly becoming commonplace on bass amps. There's also an onboard DI which I typically don't use, but will do the trick in a pinch.
Ease of Use
Very much plug and play. The tonal palette is wide enough that just messing with knobs, you'll be able to find a variety of tones to suit you.
Quality
Has been very reliable whenever I take it out to a show. There are a couple paint… read more chips flecked off the top by now, but after 7 months of transport to and from shows, that's of course liable to happen to anything. Solid metal construction. It's extremely light, though, and I'm sure dropping it could be seriously harmful depending on the height. It's 4 pounds, though! Put it in your backpack!
Value
Given its tone and ease of transport, this head would be an asset to just about anybody. Its 600 watt output, though, makes it downright indispensable! Being able to get a tube sound with ample power for this price is absolutely crazy, and I would recommend this to anybody looking for a good head for a compact rig. One annoyance is that it cannot go down below 4 ohms, so consider that when selecting your cabs.
Manufacturer Support
I have not had to deal with the company, but I did look into support options before I bought this item. Genz Benz has customer support above and beyond what the vast majority of amp companies can be counted on for. I've seen product managers and even Jeff Genzler himself (guess who) on Internet support boards helping out users. Really a company that takes pride in their work.
The Wow Factor
When my friends and bandmates see this thing, their first reaction, without exception, is one of disbelief. The thing is powerful and sleek. Again, it doesn't have the vintage appeal of, say, a Sunn, but people will be shocked once they hear it in action.
read less
Sound
Highly versatile sound out of this. Of course, it's got that clean tone Genz Benz is known for - but I like a grittier rock sort of sound. The preamp gain lets you push the onboard 12AX7 as much as you like to get just that. Of course, it's not going to sound quite like an SVT, but as these compact hybrid amps go, it's very versatile and has a wide variety of good tones available.
Features
The cut and boost switches are great to have whenever you need a little more of something, and having a mid frequency knob is always nice. I haven't had the opportunity to try it out with a proprietary footswitch, but it does have that capability. It only has Speakon outs, which you may find annoying if you don't own any of those cables yet, but those are quickly becoming commonplace on bass amps. There's also an onboard DI which I typically don't use, but will do the trick in a pinch.
Ease of Use
Very much plug and play. The tonal palette is wide enough that just messing with knobs, you'll be able to find a variety of tones to suit you.
Quality
Has been very reliable whenever I take it out to a show. There are a couple paint… read more chips flecked off the top by now, but after 7 months of transport to and from shows, that's of course liable to happen to anything. Solid metal construction. It's extremely light, though, and I'm sure dropping it could be seriously harmful depending on the height. It's 4 pounds, though! Put it in your backpack!
Value
Given its tone and ease of transport, this head would be an asset to just about anybody. Its 600 watt output, though, makes it downright indispensable! Being able to get a tube sound with ample power for this price is absolutely crazy, and I would recommend this to anybody looking for a good head for a compact rig. One annoyance is that it cannot go down below 4 ohms, so consider that when selecting your cabs.
Manufacturer Support
I have not had to deal with the company, but I did look into support options before I bought this item. Genz Benz has customer support above and beyond what the vast majority of amp companies can be counted on for. I've seen product managers and even Jeff Genzler himself (guess who) on Internet support boards helping out users. Really a company that takes pride in their work.
The Wow Factor
When my friends and bandmates see this thing, their first reaction, without exception, is one of disbelief. The thing is powerful and sleek. Again, it doesn't have the vintage appeal of, say, a Sunn, but people will be shocked once they hear it in action.
read less
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