Ampeg SVT212AV 2X12

[shoot-r]

Here's the specs. We don't have a pic with the grille off. They come with the AV style grille, but a classic black grille is available through us so you can pair them with classic and pro heads.

SVT-212AV

100-WORD
The Ampeg SVT-212AV bass enclosure delivers pure Ampeg tone in a ported cabinet design that bridges the gap between the fast transient response you want and the rich low end you deserve. The SVT-212AV features 2x12″ custom Eminence® LF drivers and a 1″ compression driver with 3-way level control in a rugged cab with vintage Ampeg styling. Rated to handle 600W RMS at 4ohms, the SVT-212AV is an ideal match for the Ampeg V-4B bass head. Plus, with an optional classic black grille cloth available, it’s the perfect addition to any Ampeg Classic, SVT PRO or Portaflex Series rig.

• 600W RMS power handling at 4 ohms
• 2 x 12″ custom Eminence® LF drivers
• 1″ compression driver with 3-position level control
• Rugged 15mm poplar ply enclosure
• Ported for additional low-frequency extension
• Integrated side handles
• Ampeg AV Tolex and grille (black Classic grille available separately)
• Frequency response: 71 Hz – 18 kHz
• Sensitivity: 99 dB SPL @ 1w/1m
• Dimensions (H x W x D inches) 25 x 24 x 16
• Weight: 66 lbs.


SVT-112AV
The Ampeg SVT-112AV bass enclosure delivers pure Ampeg tone in a ported cabinet design that bridges the gap between the fast transient response you want and the rich low end you deserve. The SVT-112AV features a 12″ custom Eminence® LF driver and a 1″ compression driver with 3-way level control in a rugged cab with vintage Ampeg styling. A classic black grille cloth is also available separately. Rated to handle 300W RMS at 8ohms, the SVT-112AV is a great match with the V-4B, PF-350, Micro-VR or for integrating with other Ampeg cabs in your rig.

• 300W RMS power handling at 8 ohms
• 1 x 12″ custom Eminence® LF driver
• 1″ compression driver with 3-position level control
• Rugged 15mm poplar ply enclosure
• Ported for additional low-frequency extension
• Integrated side handle
• Ampeg AV Tolex and grille (black Classic grille available separately)
• Frequency response (-3dB): 70 Hz – 18 kHz
• Usable low frequency (-10dB): 35 Hz
• Sensitivity: 96 dB SPL @ 1w/1m
• Dimensions (H x W x D inches) 17 x 24 x 16
• Weight: 45 lbs.

Thank-You Sir for posting the information...

Is the 71 HZ the low end response for the 212?

 

[AmpegUSA]

Well...that didn't work!

 

[AmpegUSA]

That's the listed range. The useable low frequency for the 212 at -10dB is listed as 40Hz, 35Hz for the 112. I will try to get some clarification on this from our engineeers.

Thank-You Sir for posting the information...

Is the 71 HZ the low end response for the 212?

 

[Right_Butterscotch64]

I like it! But.....1200 for 100watts? Seems a little steep to me when you could just get a CL for slightly more.

 

[fenderhutz]

I like it! But.....1200 for 100watts? Seems a little steep to me when you could just get a CL for slightly more.

It is never cheap to make a tube amp.

 

[Right_Butterscotch64]

There are tube amps out there with 200+ watts that are well under a thousand

 

[fenderhutz]

There are tube amps out there with 200+ watts that are well under a thousand

Used?

Edit: The "magical" price point for this would be $899. I am sure they could unload them by the truckload at that price, especially for an import amp.

 

[Right_Butterscotch64]

No I'm talking brand new. And yes 899. Sounds a bit more in the ballpark for a realistic price

 

[Vanni]

what about the V4B preamp?

is it close, in sound and circuit design, to the '70 V4B , or it's more similar to the V4BH of the '90?

 

[GregC]

There are tube amps out there with 200+ watts that are well under a thousand

There are also 100 watt tube amps that cost more than this one, like the Fender Bassman 100T (granted, that one has a lot of features).

 

[AmpegUSA]

what about the V4B preamp?

is it close, in sound and circuit design, to the '70 V4B , or it's more similar to the V4BH of the '90?

More true to the original for sure. Dino made a video with some tone samples. Once the web is live, I will get the video live on YouTube and you can check out some of the tones. We have been so excited to announce this. Getting the Dino approval on the tone was a big deal!

 

[Vanni]

Great!!!

last question (or maybe not )

is it as wide as the V4B '70 one, or is it wide like an SVT?

Thanks!

 

[Vanni]

Ok, dimensions found:

V4B: Dimensions (W x H x D inches): 24 x 11 x 11

SVT VR: Dimensions (W x H x D inches): 24 x 11.5 x 12.75

that's great!!
It should avoid the "mushroom effect", on top of the SVT410HE

 

[two fingers]

Sooooooooooooooo did my Magnavox era one with original tubes just go up in value...... maybe?

 

[AmpegUSA]

Great!!!

last question (or maybe not )

is it as wide as the V4B '70 one, or is it wide like an SVT?

Thanks!

Yep. The V-4B is as wide as the CL. No more mushrooms!

 

[hodgy]

I think the folks that have been waiting for one of these will be very pleased. They sound awesome.

 

[coreyfyfe]

Sooooooooooooooo did my Magnavox era one with original tubes just go up in value...... maybe?

It may happen. The heritage B15 models have driven up vintage prices a bit. Not to the same level, but certainly the average seems to be higher by a few hundred.

 

[Chris 'Wighat' Jordan]

Working out some final kinks on our website, guys. Should have the site up later today. Here's some general info though:

The Ampeg V-4B 100W All-Tube Bass Head embodies the legendary tone of the classic V-4B in a portable, modern design perfect for today’s players. From the unique chassis suspension system to the vintage rocker switches, the attention to detail is all there. Plus, with a careful selection of modern features like an integrated DI and a wide choice of speaker output options, we’ve ensured the flexibility and functionality you demand from a modern head. With the 100W V-4B, you get the sought-after tone of a fully-cranked Ampeg tube amp in a design that’s less than half the weight of an SVT.



• 100W of all-tube Ampeg bass tone
o Preamp: Tube ( 2 x 12AX7)
o Driver: Tube (1 x 12AX7, 1 x 12AU7)
o Power amp: Tube (4 x 6L6GC)
• Classic V-4B fit and finish
o Ampeg “Black Line” cosmetics
o Vintage rocker switch controls
o Integrated chassis suspension system
• 3-band EQ (bass, midrange, treble)
• 3-position mid-range control
• Ultra Hi/Lo boost
• Speaker outputs: 1 x 8 ohm, 2 x 4 ohm, 2 x 2 ohm
• Balanced direct out w/ ground lift
• Power amp in / preamp out
• -15 dB input
• Slave output to connect additional amplifiers
• Dimensions (W x H x D inches): 24 x 11 x 11
• Handling weight: 41 lbs

What we really want to know about is the signal path, wiring, etc vs. the original and also, in particular, the transformers. Otherwise, I'm curious about the speaker outs. Is that switching jacks or impedance selector or what?

 

[astack]

Holy crap! Very cool this finally happened.

I think the price is fair, if the quality is there. Most of the new, quality 100W'ers have been in that ballpark.

The low weight makes me suspicious about whether or not it will deliver like the old beast, but I'll wait to hear the reviews from trusted TBer's (you listening, Tom? ) The 24" width is nice. Keeping 2, 4 and 8 ohm taps (if I'm reading that right) is AWESOME.

I'm bummed about the 2x12, though. I would have preferred (1) sealed and (2) aligned drivers that could be ran vertical with the micros or horizontal with the tubers. I'm sure they sound great, but I won't be buying one.

I wouldn't mind one bit if this made the 70's version jump in value.

 

[AmpegUSA]

What we really want to know about is the signal path, wiring, etc vs. the original and also, in particular, the transformers. Otherwise, I'm curious about the speaker outs. Is that switching jacks or impedance selector or what?

The block diagram, schematics, etc. are not available quite yet, so I am limited in what I can say about the components. The speaker outs are different than what we have done for bass amps. There's a single 8 ohm jack. 2 parallel 4ohm jacks and 2 parallel 2 ohms jacks. For the dual 4 and 2 ohm jacks, you can plug into just one if you are daisy-chaining the speakers. Or use both outs, one to each, speaker as long as the total load matches.