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TC Electronic THRUST BQ250 250 Watt Portable Bass Head with Mosfet Preamp and Thrust Compressor

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Features

  • 250 Watt portable micro bass head amplifier for stage and studio
  • Item Package Dimension: 14.29L x 10.99W x 4.49H inches
  • Item Package Weight - 5.39 Pounds
  • Item Package Quantity - 1
  • Product Type - MUSICAL INSTRUMENT AMPLIFIER

Description

250-Watt bass amplifier head with 4-band EQ, onboard compressor, balanced DI, and worldwide power switching.

Brand: TC Electronic


Compatible Devices: Guitar


Output Wattage: 250 Watts


Product Dimensions: 9.17"D x 10.04"W x 2.72"H


Item Weight: 5.2 Pounds


Item Weight: 5.2 pounds


Product Dimensions: 9.17 x 10.04 x 2.72 inches


Country of Origin: China


Item model number: BQ250


Is Discontinued By Manufacturer: No


Date First Available: December 13, 2018


Compatible Devices: Guitar


Connector Type: USB, XLR


Output Wattage: 250 Watts


Power Source: Corded Electric


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    • Very impressive!
I own an Ampeg SVT Classic, so I admit I am spoiled when it comes to bass tone. And until I bought this amplifier, the SVT was my only bass amp, and I wanted something more portable and practical for practices, smaller gigs, etc. (for those who don’t know, SVT Classics are amazing all-tube amps, but they weigh 80 pounds. Not like, the entire rig; the amplifier unit itself weighs 80 pounds. They’re great if they live in a studio or practice space, and they’re essential for larger gigs because they can put out something like 800 watts. But they’re overkill in pretty much any other situation.). Anyway, I admit that I picked this particular unit because it met my incredibly discerning criteria (i.e. it was cheap and it would get here in time for the gig), but I was honestly blown away by the quality of the tone. I was hoping for “OK, I can live with that,“ but I honestly didn’t miss my SVT at all. I could not be more impressed, especially considering how inexpensive these are. I can’t really comment on durability yet, since I’ve only been able to use it once, but it’s wonderful having an amplifier that will fit in my cord bag that is probably 80% of the quality tone-wise of an all-tube amp (I haven’t gotten to compare them side-by-side yet, but based on my initial impressions, I would be shocked if my opinion changed), but for a fraction of the cost and an even smaller fraction of the weight. There’s a headphone input too, so it’s also great for that. Oh, the only other thing to note, and I guess the only thing I didn’t really like, is that these do require a SpeakOn speaker cable, and not a standard speaker cable. So make sure to order one of those as well if you don’t already have one. They also take a second to warm up, so don’t panic if you plug it in, flip it on, and you don’t get a green light/signal right away. Other than that, I say buy without hesitation. It’s a killer product, especially considering the price point. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on October 16, 2022 by Scott Thomson
    • Small in stature, big on sound.
Bass amp, 250 watts of pure bass power. You need to order a male SpeakOn to male 1/4” cable if you have plans on hooking it up to a cabinet.
Reviewed in the United States on June 21, 2024 by Dave R.
    • this thing is great
I love the sound, size, weight, features and price
Reviewed in the United States on May 14, 2024 by DC
    • Great Valiue
I blew my Fender bass head that I use at home for practice and this was an inexpensive replacement. It is still powerful enough to drive my 4 x 10 cabinet and has decent sound control to dial in my Schecter or Allen Woody. The aux in is great for practice with recorded tracks or MP3's. The only down side was the Speakon connectors. My Fender rig was still fitted with 1/4" connectors for the speaker, and the single guitar input limits when I practice with two basses, but that is an easy fix. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on July 20, 2019 by Neal
    • Paired with a good cabinet, this amp completely solves the portable/loud bass amp problem!
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Like many reviewers, I have a fun, huge, tremendously heavy vintage bass amp ... that is not practical for bringing to gigs. For gigs, I needed something simple and practical. I was about to pull the trigger on a BAM200, but chose this because it's only a little bit more money, it has more tone shaping features, and (very important for me) it has an audio input so I can use it with headphones to run through bass parts sans speaker, and get my rehearsing done. Speakon male cable required for speaker output. I have it connected to a salvaged Ampeg/EV 15" cabinet, I can get clean sounds, it's wonderful, I can rattle the windows of the house if I want, plenty of headroom. Setup for gigs will be easy, using the XLR output into the PA, and the cabinet as an onstage monitor. The compressor is rudimentary ("Thrust" knob/switch, with no particular parameter control), but very musical and usable. Here is my question: Why are there not any equivalent solid-state, lightweight, loud guitar amps? Is it simply a matter of supply and demand? If TC made this same exact amp for guitar, I'd want one. The only things I'd change would be some of the tone controls, and I'd want an effects loop. TC engineers, if you are reading this ... TAKE MY MONEY! ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on December 23, 2022 by Allmut LandLine Sprogresi Allmut LandLine Sprogresi
    • It Performs Very Well
I lead a rock n blues band, and play bass. We gig about 3 times a month. I currently use a Hartke LH 500. I am very pleased with the Hartke. I decided to buy something less expensive to act as a back up amp. Well, that day came yesterday. The Hartke would not fire up after multiple suggestions to get it working. It was dead, 2 hours before the gig. I pulled out the TC BQ 250. I was shockingly amazed as to high light in weight yet producing a big punch driving a 4x10 + 2x10 combo MarkBase stack. The tone is awesome and adjustable from classic rock to soulful ballads to Motown to edgy alternate. Do not hesitate to get this TC. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on November 11, 2023 by andinconclusion
    • Sounds good, not super impressed
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This amp has a good size and price however, the clip light doesn't appear to function at all and the Thresh light is always on when the Thrust switch is on. The clip light should light when you send to much signal to the amp and the Thresh light should only light up when the Thrust compression function is actively processing the signal. These are my only complaints since I only use the amp for practice and probably won't ever use it live. If the wiring for these two important functions is bad, I don't expect this amp to last long. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on November 6, 2023 by R. N. R. N.
    • Volume if you need it!!!
Had an old Peavey 100 bass amp that started making noise and had been looking around for an inexpensive head that I could use with the Peavey's 15" speaker. I didn't need a whole new setup. I found this and it is so cool!! Has more features than I will need but it can crank out the volume and has many adjustments for tone. It is very well constructed and you can tell easily by the fit and finish! It does take a Speakon plug which it does NOT tell you!! I had not heard of them but found them quickly at Guitar Center!! ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on October 31, 2022 by Chris' dad

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