TC Electronic BG250 250W 1x15 Bass Combo Amp
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A loud, light and open design combo amp that takes bass amps to a whole new level from TC Electronic.
The BG250 1x15 ultra light bass combo amp is not only the entry into TC Electronic’s legendary Bass Amp 2.0 concept, but is also the worlds’ first bass amp allowing you to choose your own on-board effect, again and again through the amazing TonePrint® concept – in short this loud, light and open design combo amp takes bass amps to a whole new level.
The BG250 comes piled high with 250 watts of power, delivered through TC Electronic’s top notch lightweight class D amp technology allowing a total weight of only 35lbs, making it one of the loudest and lightest combo amps in its class. The preamp features an ultrafast integrated 5 string bass tuner, TubeDrive, Intelligent contoured Bass Tone controls, as well as Auxiliary input and headphone output for playback and rehearsal situations, balanced XLR out for recording or live performance, and most importantly superb bass tone.
TonePrint® is a flexible effects section that allows you to decide exactly what effect you want in your amp at any given time.
BG250 comes loaded with TC Electronic’s infamous SCF chorus as the default effect. However, from TC Electronic’s website you can download numerous new bass effects for your amp, replacing the default chorus, with effects such as Octaver, Compressor, Overdrive & distortion, Flanger and Vibrato. Not to mention some of the best bass players in the world tailor their own personal effects tones for you to grab, all free of charge! Simply hook your amp up to your computer via the included USB cable, or even better. Beam your new effect or artist tone from your smartphone straight into your BG250 using the mind blowing TonePrint iOS and Android app.
The tone controls of BG250 features an intelligent integrated bass contour design, ensuring that each of the three tone controls always work optimally to help you sculpt your bass tone. Each control adapts their attack frequency, bandwidth and filter type depending on how you tweak the controls, always supplying meaningful bass tone responses. TubeDrive is not simply the average single stage clipping drive that is found on most bass amps. TubeDrive is a full recreation of the warm tube sound achieved only through the design of a pre-amp and power amp tube simulation stage. An optional Switch-3 foot pedal allows for remote enable/disable of the Mute function, TubeDrive and of course the TonePrint section. An integrated bass tuner allows for silenced tuning while the BG250 is muted and even features tuning during performance.
Features
- 250 Watts
- TonePrint® technology
- Built-in bass tuner
- TubeDrive featuring tube pre- and power amp emulation
- Bass contoured tone controls
- Rehearsal input for playback in speaker or headphones
- Balanced out for seamless recording or PA output
- High power headphone output for silent rehearsal
- Footswitch control of TubeTone, Tuner & TonePrint® (optional)
- 15” Custom driver and 1” custom tweeter
How will you find your perfect bass sound? Order today.
BG250 250W 1x15 Bass Combo Amp Specifications:
- 35 lb.
- 28.35" x 18.11" x 22.24"
- 1/8” Headphone jack
- 1/8” Auxiliary jack
- XLR balanced output
- Active Bass, Mid and Treble contoured tone controls
- Accepts passive and active instrument input
- Sturdy tolex and plywood construction
Review Snapshot®
by PowerReviews(based on 23 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
95%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Excellent sound (19)
- Portable (18)
- Good power output (17)
- Warm / comfy (16)
- Easy to use (15)
Cons
Best Uses
- Performances (18)
- Home studio (12)
- Outdoor events / games (10)
- Professional recording (10)
- Amateur recording (6)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Experienced (15), Professional musician (6)
Most Liked Positive Review
Good but not miraculous
Not having quite kept up with the trends in bass amplification since I stopped playing professionally a "few years back" I was intrigued by some of the recent "ultra light&q...Read complete review
Not having quite kept up with the trends in bass amplification since I stopped playing professionally a "few years back" I was intrigued by some of the recent "ultra light" amps coming on the market like the BG250. A 35 pound bass amp? Kidding, right? I finally decided to try out the TC amp for hobby and recording purposes despite the gimmicky nature of the "tone print" feature.
My general impression after a few days of using it is that it's a nice little amp. Although it seems to be marketed toward the "more modern" round-wound type of player I found it to be rather disappointing from a tonal standpoint when using my Fender Jazz with round wound strings. With more than very moderate volume, the sound lost punch and became what I can only describe as "honky" ... I was pleasantly surprised when I switched to my little Hofner Club with its nickel flats. There the tone was quite balanced and suited to melodic playing. One could also turn it up quite a bit without losing the sweet spot as was so apparent when using round wound strings.
As to the "tone print" feature, I downloaded a few, tried them out and settled on using it exclusively as a compressor..... as I figured I would. I play bass .... I'll leave the flanging and chorus stuff to the engineers and producers.
In short, this is a nice little amp and well worth the price. Though I haven't used it in a performance situation I would warn against expecting it to hold its own against loud drums and guitar except as a stage monitor with reinforcement. It can get loud ... but it's tonal character quickly becomes unpleasant to my ear especially when used for the styles for which it is marketed ... and ...the tweet is useless as is the "tube" simulation ... in my opinion. But in a more laid back live setting it should do quite well in a small venue and is one of the best practice or recording amps I have ever used. I've no idea how well it might hold up or how well TC Electronic backs up their products so I won't rate those qualities. TC should dress this little rascal in vintage tweed, remove the tweeter and replace the "tone print" gimmick with a dedicated compressor. When certain limitations are observed this amp can sing, but it will never satisfy the SVT crowd.
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Most Liked Negative Review
Condition rating was inaccurate
The amp is great. MF condition rating and price were disappointing.
The amp is great. MF condition rating and price were disappointing.
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Pros
- Easy To Use
- Excellent Sound
- Good Warmth
- Portable
- Powerful
Cons
Best Uses
- Amateur Recording
- Events
- Home Studio
- Performances
Comments about TC Electronic BG250 250W 1x15 Bass Combo Amp:
Enough power to shake pictures off the wall. Lots of extra features. Perfect for my use. I'm very pleased with my decision to buy this amplifier. You will be too.
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Good Warmth
- Portable
- Powerful
Cons
Best Uses
- Home Studio
- Performances
Comments about TC Electronic BG250 250W 1x15 Bass Combo Amp:
I've been playing bass for a little under two years, and I've gotten fairly good (at least good enough to cover some Yes). My little LINE 6 cube amp died on me and I went to buy one of these amps by a friend's recommendation. I wanted to use it with my 4003's Ric-o-sound and send my neck pickup to it, but I struggled to get a good tone out of it. It just comes out way too bassy, but that's probably due to the speaker size and my lack of research. However, using this amp with a P and J bass, I get a pretty nice tone with it. The features are nice, especially the TonePrint, but I just can't see myself using it in the future, which is a shame because of its weight. 35 pounds is 3/2 the weight of my old amp, and it's at least four times bigger. I want to use it, but it's just not for me. Nonetheless, I would recommend it to others for a nice deep bass tone.
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Excellent Sound
- Good Warmth
- Portable
- Powerful
Cons
- Limited Functions
Best Uses
- Performances
Comments about TC Electronic BG250 250W 1x15 Bass Combo Amp:
I was amazed with the power this amp has. You can crank it up and still have a clear deep bass sound. I have a MIA Fender 4 string jazz bass and am very pleased with the sound I get with this amp. However, the first BG250 that came to my home about 2 weeks ago had some issues right away. The first 2 days were great. On the 3rd day, the buttons that control the Tube and Toneprint functions, quit working. The button that controls the Tube feature would not shut off. This became annoying when I played songs where I did not need the tube function. The button on the Toneprint just quit wroking altogether. This was fine with me in that I think the Toneprint option is rather goofy to begin with.
I received my 2nd TC BG250 amp late last week, and I am having trouble again with these 2 options. I love the amp otherwise, but just cannot afford to have an amp that has these or any type of problem. I am going to see what is out there.
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Excellent Sound
- Good Warmth
- Portable
- Powerful
Cons
- No Octave Up For Now
Best Uses
- Events
- Performances
Comments about TC Electronic BG250 250W 1x15 Bass Combo Amp:
Really a nice amp. Don't be misguided by it's lightweaight, it can produce a heavy warm bass sound! I play in a hard rock / metal group. We have a classic set: Drum + signer+ 2 guitars and bass and I never push it past 5.
The tone print works perfectly. The Android App is really well done.
The only critics I have are about the tuner wich doesn't go flat and the absence of an octave up in tue octaver settings. But, for the price...hard to complain!
Pros
- Excellent Sound
- Good Warmth
- Portable
- Powerful
Cons
Best Uses
- Amateur Recording
- Events
- Home Studio
- Performances
- Professional Recording
Comments about TC Electronic BG250 250W 1x15 Bass Combo Amp:
I bought a BG500, which I absolutely loved, but it's heavy. I'm 63 and have arthritis in my lower back and moving it to gigs was killing me. When I read how light the BG250 was, I thought I't try it (got such a deal at MF). It has the same rich sound as the 500 and I can carry it anywhere myself- it is unbelievably light! It can be suplimented with downloadable effects and comes loaded with a cool chorus feature, which I'd never thought would work well with a bass.
I have too many bass amps: 3 Peavey's, an Ampeg and an Ibanez and I'll probably be selling the others and keep the TC's. Their gear is tops!
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Excellent Sound
- Good Warmth
- Portable
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about TC Electronic BG250 250W 1x15 Bass Combo Amp:
I tried several combos in this price range and the TC was by far the best. The built in tuner and XLR output are both terrific features and will get lots of use. Instantly sounded good right out of the box without much fuss. Haven't dug in on the toneprint feature yet, but look forward to trying the compressor patch. The tube feature also adds warmth to the sound at low levels.
Pros
- Affordable
- Easy To Use
- Excellent Sound
- Portability
- Powerful
Cons
- Little Documentation
Best Uses
- Home Studio
- Performances
Comments about TC Electronic BG250 250W 1x15 Bass Combo Amp:
A great purchase for the money invested.
Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Pros
- Easy To Use
- Excellent Sound
- Good Warmth
- Portable
- Powerful
Cons
Best Uses
- Home Studio
- Performances
- Professional Recording
Comments about TC Electronic BG250 250W 1x15 Bass Combo Amp:
A serious hi-tech amp that gets the job done well! Tone print actually works! would like to see more tone print memories, but if you download from your phone to the amp...
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Excellent Sound
- Good Warmth
- Portable
- Powerful
Cons
- No Additional Speaker Out
Best Uses
- Amateur Recording
- Events
- Home Studio
- Performances
- Professional Recording
Comments about TC Electronic BG250 250W 1x15 Bass Combo Amp:
Great amp for the working musician. I use this with my band for small to medium rooms. Sounds nice, and it's easy to transport. The tone print feature is cool, but not essential. I saved my favorite of each type of tone print to my iphone, so I could access them easily. The types of tone-prints available include: distortion, chorus, vibrato, octaver, compression and flanger. There are a bunch of each kind. I like the chorus, and compression effects. I'm also planning on using it with a synthesizer, but haven't tried it yet.
Pros
- Easy To Use
- Excellent Sound
- Powerful
Cons
Best Uses
- Amateur Recording
- Performances
Comments about TC Electronic BG250 250W 1x15 Bass Combo Amp:
learning to play again after 30 years away,i was amazed at all the help there was out there.outside of the instruments themselves,this was the most amazing and helpful purchase i made.for anyone just beginning or starting over like me,i can't think of a better way to catch up to the 21st century.
