Bugera BC30-212 30W 2x12 Hybrid Guitar Combo Amp  

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Boutique-style 30W class-A valve combo with valve rectifier.

The BC30-212 tube guitar amp is a musical instrument unto itself; it's the complement your guitar has always lacked, and the extra band member you've always needed. That's because unlike most amps, the BC30-212 actually communicates with you and your guitar, responding to the subtle characteristics of your playing technique and giving your creativity a voice all its own.

It's a concept that forced Bugera to concentrate on the essence of tone and dynamics. As is often the case, it is the simple, straightforward design of this tube amplifier, combined with the most refined components available, which yields the highest fidelity and most dynamic response. In the end, Bugera succeeded in creating a 30W amp that will change how you play and perfect your sound.

The Bugera BC30-212 amplifier is the ultimate in tonal purity. The preamp conditions your signal then lets the power amp and speakers have their way with it. The amp becomes an extension of your guitar and your fingers - no channel switches or signal boosting devices to change the tone. Instead, you control the amp from the guitar; your dynamic nuances, picking technique, pickups, volume control, and tone knobs determine the sound you hear. Pick gently for crystal-clear clean tones. Pick hard, and you'll be rewarded with bone-shattering crunch. It's that simple.

The power amp section of the tube amp feature four EL84 valves, the highly reactive, breakup prone secret to the sound that made England's finest amps (and guitarists) world famous. With the simple flick of a switch, you can choose two EL84's (15 W) or all four (30 W), giving the BC30-212 the power to restrain volume for smaller venues, or peel the paint off the walls in larger rooms.

In short, the Bugera BC30-212 guitar amp thinks the way you do. And in true Bugera fashion, it offers you a multitude of ways to customize its voice to meet your sonic tastes.

The power amp works hand-in-hand with the Bugera BC30-212's all-valve rectifier to give you natural compression and sustain not available from solid-state rectifiers. Put simply, a rectifier converts the Alternating Current (AC) entering your amp into the Direct Current (DC) it needs. Most modern amps have silicon based rectifiers that quickly convert the current, so when you strum a power chord, it bursts out big and loud, then decays. But a valve rectifier converts current at a slower rate, which means when you hit that same huge chord, you still get that powerful response, but the notes naturally compress and sustain much longer.

The kind of rectifier you choose has a lot to do with your sound. That's why Bugera provide two options on the BC30-212: use a single 5AR4 rectifier to deliver bigger-than- life stadium rock; or plug in a pair of 5U4's (not included) for a smoother, more-buttery sound.

The rectifier and power amp are the BC30-212 combo amp's heart and soul, respectively, but the preamp works to predispose your sound to cleanliness or high-gain grind. When you're at your job and your workload is too heavy, you probably get a bit angry and likely do a little (or a lot of) griping. Valves work in much the same manner, except when one of them is overworked, the sound they make is often perceived as "totally kick-ass" instead of "bitching and moaning."

Bearing that in mind, the Bugera BC30-212 amplifier's first channel holds a pair of 12AX7s, the V1 stage of which creates a parallel triode circuit. More tubes share the workload, so the signal it conditions is tamer. Channel 2, on the other hand, holds a single ECC83A valve that works in a cascading dual-triode configuration. The accompanying 6-position tone switch allows you to dial-in a tone that can become beautifully disgruntled (or high-gain, in amp-speak) in a hurry.

Both channels on this Bugera amp feature their own effects loop. You can also use these loops to create a virtual third channel. By using a short 1/4" instrument cable to patch the Channel 2 Effects Send into the Channel 1 Input, you can take advantage of increased gain and use the Channel 2 tone control to govern the sound.

Another feature unique to the BC30-212 is its two different 12" speakers. One, the 12G100B8, creates a high-sensitivity, in-your-face sound. Bugera went to considerable lengths in its quest for tone, tweaking the suspensions, cone shape, and even optimizing the pulp from which the cone is made. Bugera did all this at its in-house speaker plant, achieving the most mature and fullest guitar sound possible, which definitely possesses hair-raising bark. The other speaker, a 12G80A8, is slightly less sensitive, but with a warm, round low end and clear midrange. Individually, these speakers can easily hold their own against the most highly acclaimed speakers on the market. Together, they create a tonal balance that is unsurpassed.

In addition to sounding great on stage, this configuration offers tons of flexibility to sound engineers both in recording studios and for live performance applications. And if you need to use additional speaker cabinets, the Impedance switch can be set to 4, 8 or 16 Ohms, making it compatible with virtually any speaker cabinet on Earth.

An amp with as much intuitive ability as the BUGERA BC30-212 would normally cost you about as much as a car! But because Bugera believes all musicians should have access to this caliber of equipment, it has managed to create a sophisticated, beautifully voiced and durable instrument that will leave you with more than enough gas money to get to your next gig. Plug into a BC30-212 and create a sound that's thoroughly your own.

Features

  • Hand-built 30-Watt Class-A guitar combo driven by 4 x EL84 valves
  • Mind-blowing distortion with terrifying punch and breathtaking vintage clean that breathes with headroom
  • True valve rectifier gives you the flexibility of using one 5AR4 for a explosive attack or two 5U4s (not included) for a smooth and round response
  • Channel 1 features two 12AX7s creating a parallel triode circuit and an interactive EQ with amazing responsiveness
  • Channel 2 sports a high gain channel based on a specially selected 12AX7 valve coupled to a 6-position tone switch
  • Power amp section features a Cut control for rolling off the high end plus a Master volume control
  • Power switch reduces output power to 15 Watts for more sound variation
  • Speaker Reverse switch reverses the direction of the speaker to influence the amount of distorted sound
  • Each channel offers an independent effects loop
  • Illuminated front panel and logo for a super cool look
  • Impedance switch (4, 8 and 16ohms) to match virtually any speaker cabinet
  • High-quality components and exceptionally rugged construction ensure long life
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Great Amp with Great Tone for the Price!!! BEST BUY!!!

| Review By: Powertrip777 | 5 months, 2 weeks ago

2 people out of 2 found this review helpful

Features:

The features are standard but with the CUT feature that cuts certain frequencies (6 different freqs to choose from).  No reverb but don't need it with this amp.  Two different types of speakers for a great tone.  Powered by EL84 tubes which give great tone.  This amp is very loud for 30 watts.  Speaker outputs to add speaker cabs if wanted.  Two independent channels that offer two distinct settings for sound.  Effects loop for EACH CHANNEL which makes it very versatile.  You can even patch the two channels together.

Quality:

This is a quality built amplifier that is very heavy.  Made of quality hardwood, leather/"leather like" covering, heavy duty handles and great wiring.  Made as good as any boutique amplifier.  The tone is incredible and this is very loud.

Value:

For the money, you save over $2000 versus the amp this was inspired from and it is easily worth twice what you will pay for this amp.  This amp can fill any small or medium size club.  A quality 2x12 amp that puts out a loud 30 watts with fantastic tone and is very club/tour worthy for this price is a great value - BEST BUY!!!

Overall:

Tremendous amplifier for the price or even double the price.  Great tone and plenty loud to gig with.  The two independent effects loops, one for each channel, make this very gig-worthy.  It also looks great.  Tone, quality build and value priced is an understatement for this amp.  You may want more tonal features but the versatility of this amp dictates that there is no need for it.

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Yes
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Yes
Musical Experience:
Hobbyist/Collector
Style of music you play:
Fusion, Rock, Blues, etc.
Where you live:
New Hampshire

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Playing for 50 years and I am blown away

| Review By: The Swamp howlers | 1 year, 4 months ago

5 people out of 6 found this review helpful

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I have been playing pro and semi pro guitar for 50 years and i have owned many guitar amps, most recently, fender bassman LTD, vox ac30cc2, vox heritage hand wired, a matchless chieftain 4x10, and this bugera reminds me most of the great tube amps i grew up with in the 60's amd 70's, this amp is touch sensitive to my playing, which i find rare these days, and the sound is wonderfully organic, like the amps of yesteryear, do not listen to the tube snobs, this amp is one of the most beautiful amps I have ever owned next to the matchless chieftain 4x10, and the sound is as close as i will ever get. at close to 75lbs, this amp is not for the faint of heart, and so far it seems to be built like a tank. great job Bugera!
Do you own the product?:
Yes
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No
Musical Experience:
performing guitarist
Style of music you play:
rock & Blues
Where you live:
San Francisco

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Nice amp!?

| Review By: Simon -Txcvy | 1 year, 6 months ago

3 people out of 4 found this review helpful

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It was obvious to me that even though this is presented/marketed as clone of a famous amp it was not going to sound like exactly like the original. If you are ok with that you are in for a very nice surprise. I love the clean tone and the smooth breakup when the tubes get pushed and I run pedals through it with no problems. It does have some weaknesses. No reverb on the amp may be a problem for some. It is also heavy so if you are thinking of moving it around a lot get some castors or a trolley! One feature i really like is the ability to switch between 15wtts and 30wtts i have found that very useful. I also like the finish, the build quality and the looks. It has lights!! Overall, awesome amp for the money, i only took a point off my overall score for the lack of reverb and the weight issue.
Do you own the product?:
Yes
Have you used the product?:
No
Musical Experience:
active musician and recording artist
Style of music you play:
pop rock/christian/worship
Where you live:
Canada

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Bugera BC30-212 30W 2x12 TOO HEAVEY !!

| Review By: Larry M | 1 year, 7 months ago

2 people out of 5 found this review helpful

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I own another Bugera amp the smaller 39 watt combo and I love it ! Ithought I would love this one too but...,Firstly it weighs a ton ! unless you have 2 friends or roadies to carry it take a pass.As far as tone , I found this amp promised much more than it delivers. Bugeras other amps sound great but this ones a loser , stay away, thankfuly I could return mine.
Do you own the product?:
Yes
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No
Musical Experience:
active
Style of music you play:
rock ,blues ,country
Where you live:
Chicagoland

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What do you want from an amp?

| Review By: Pfunkperris | 1 year, 9 months ago

5 people out of 5 found this review helpful

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As I own a fleet of amps, I knew exactly what I was looking for when I purchased this one. I read all the capabilities and specifications for this marvelous amp, and was not disappointed when it arrived and I put it through its paces. The sound is phenomenal, and the tonal combinations, while not endless, are numerous enough to keep a well seasoned guitarist grinning for some time to come. I say well-seasoned because this amps nuances are so subtle, that I feel that only someone who has been playing a lot of styles for a lot of years could truly appreciate its abilities. It's not a blues amp, but it lends itself to the blues quite well, it's not a metal amp, but put your favorite stomp box in front of it and you can shred with reckless abandon. The key word here is TONE, not volume or brutality. All aspects of this amp work toward that end. It doesn't even have reverb. It was not made for that.Take it to a stage, take it to a club, take it to a church, or play it in your bedroom. This is one pistol of an amp, and would still be a bargain at twice the price!
Do you own the product?:
Yes
Have you used the product?:
No
Musical Experience:
Active musician
Style of music you play:
Funk, Rock, Gospel, Blues
Where you live:
East Chicago, IN

Did you find this review helpful? yes no854174

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