Hartke Amplifiers

Every musician deserves to hone their craft with an amp that combines great tone with exceptional power. Of course, Hartke amplifiers have been providing bass players with just that since 1984, when Larry Hartke designed his first cabinet for the legendary Jaco Pastorius. Today, the Hartke name can be found in concert halls and recording studios all around the globe. Whether you have aspirations of stardom or simply enjoy playing in the comfort of your home with friends, Hartke has an amp for every taste and budget.

Within this catalog, you'll find a wide assortment of bass amplifiers ranging from 4x10 cabinets to 1000- watt heads. Whatever you choose, you can have peace of mind knowing that every Hartke amplifier is constructed specifically for serious tone-lovers. In fact, Hartke's commitment to incredible sound has earned them praise from many famous bass players, including Dave Ellefson of Megadeth, and the late/great Jack Bruce of Cream.

So where should you begin your search in this section? There are certainly a lot of options, but you can always narrow down your choices by starting with the best sellers. For example, check out the XL Series 210XL 200W 8ohm 2x10" aluminum cone bass speaker. Ideal for practice and small venue shows, this speaker has an incredibly smooth response and a punchy attack. Additionally, it's built tough with a shockproof metal grill, and it contains recessed carry handles with a rugged covering. Now if a combo amp is what you're after, then go with the A Series A100. Featuring a 15-inch aluminum bass speaker in a specially-made cabinet, this versatile beast delivers 100 watts of volume, and its bipolar circuit design ensures every nuance of your performance will be heard.

As a bass player, you know how crucial your role is to both the groove and the harmony of your band's sound, and it's for this reason that the amp you choose should be more than capable of showcasing your strongest playing traits. With that in mind, you can bet that any amplifier from Hartke will provide you with the pristine tone and durability you need to keep everyone in your group linked and sounding on top of their game.