Crate BT50 Bass Combo Amplifier (50 Watts, 1x12 in.)
Two channels. Four-band EQ. Active electronic tuner.
Overall User Ratings (based on 6 ratings)
Submitted March 29, 2007 by a customer from sbcglobal.net
"Crate BT50...good amp for practice and small jam sessions."
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It's easy to haul around for jam sessions. It sound good for the price. When it's time to upgrade I'll check out some Crates but I'm also going to try Ampeg and Fender.
Sound
I haven't really cranked the amp but it does have good sound. I play an Ibanez SRX390 and a BTB400-QM through it and it sounds fine. I've only had it turned up to about 5 and it seemed to be strong, both high and low. From what I can tell it does have power and volume for an amp this size.
Features
It has the distortion channel but I don't really mess with it. I play country, country rock and classic rock so I have no real need for distortion. The built in tuner is all right.
Ease of Use
Just mess around with the controls on the amp and on your bass and you can find the right sound. It comes with a chart that gives you a rough idea of of how the settings should be for rock, country, jazz, etc.
Quality
I take care of my equipment but it seems to be durable.
Value
Good price for this size of amp.
Manufacturer Support
I'll just give it an 8, I haven't needed to contact them yet.
The Wow Factor
I don't think it's sexy but I like the looks. I like the metal grate on front that helps protect the speaker.
Musical Background:
hobbyist, small band, jam sessions
Musical Style:
country, country rock, classic rock, alternative
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