Ampeg V-2 question

DerekP · #1 10-12-2011, 08:58 AM

Hey, first off is it any good for bass? I'm looking to get that svt grind without all that volume. I have a chance to buy a 73 all original in almost mint condition for $800 CDN.. is that a fair price?

Thanks for your help!

someparts · #2 10-12-2011, 10:02 AM

It will break up very early but not in the same brutish way the SVT does, IMO....and the type of cab you are using will have a lot to do with that breakup tone also.The B-25B more closely resembles the SVT tones at the same wattage as the V2.

As for cost....that's pricey for a V2 from what I've seen. I understand mint shape commands a premium but I see them around for $350-400 usually. For that price range I'd be looking at a V4/V4B series head.

Alex1984 · #3 10-12-2011, 10:30 AM

That price is definitely high for a V2. Try a V4B or B25B.

coreyfyfe · #4 10-12-2011, 10:52 AM

The only problem you'll run into with a B25 is the 8/16 ohm specification. The main speaker out is wired for 16 ohms, and with a dummy plug you can use the extension cab jack for 8 ohms (or have the outputs rewired for switching 8 and 16 ohms) but either way the output transformer is not ideal for most modern bass cabs. The V4 has a 2/4/8 ohm switch which makes it extremely flexible in that regard.

DerekP · #5 10-12-2011, 11:06 AM

Thanks! I thought it was priced quite high but I'm no expert. I'll look into the other suggestions.