Phil Jones Bass Combo M-7 as practice amp?

[lyonaudio]

"In for a penny, in for a pound" is an old English saying.

I am probably getting way ahead of myself but would a Phil Jones Bass Combo M-7 be a good home practice amp for a beginner? Too much? I'm an apartment dweller so size is important, as is an auxiliary input and an earphone-out jack. Learning and practice only for now.

I'd be using it with a Player Precision (if it ever gets to me given the world situation).

 

[TrevorG]

Looks perfect. It will certainly be good quality sound and good for a lot more than just practice. Good luck.

 

[squeaker]

I have a Micro 7 that I use as a practice amp. It's perfect! I also use it occasionally for small acoustic jams, and it works well for that, too. You do need to place it close to a wall to get the best bass response.

 

[Matty Koff]

@50w that thing is more than enough for home practice. And if you get into recording you might appreciate the line out.

I've had a 15w Fender Rumble for years that does the job of solo practice.. no line out so I have to mic it to record, but it has a headphone jack as well.

I've had my 4x10 at home lately since lockdown with a new amp and it's been a lot of fun to have around..but I'm not sure how my neighbors feel about me right now..I try not to turn the rumble up too loud even.

The number one role of a practice amp is just being able to hear your amplified bass signal so you can develop your technique.

You could do that with a $100 10-20w bass amp, or, something feature rich like the Micro-7.

If that's what you think you want..get it.. don't expect to crank it without pissing your neighbors off though.

 

[lyonaudio]

Any thoughts on the Markbass 801 combo?