Description
The Bassbreaker 15 Head packs a trio of 12AX7 preamp tubes and two EL84 power tubes into a compact 15-watt chassis, delivering the kind of tight, midrange-forward bite that cuts through a mix without needing to run at deafening volumes. At this wattage, you get real tube compression and touch response at levels that work for rehearsal rooms and mic’d small-to-mid venues, not just bedroom practice.
What sets this head apart is its three-position Gain Structure switch, which reshapes the front end into distinct boutique-style voicings — from mild and touch-sensitive to fully unhinged overdrive — all while letting your guitar’s character shine through rather than burying it under generic fuzz. The Bright, Bass, Middle, and Treble controls give you real shaping power over the tone stack, and a level-adjustable digital hall reverb dials in ambience without washing out the amp’s natural voice.
For anyone tracking at home or gigging without a full backline crew, the switchable speaker-emulated XLR output and Power Amp Mute let you go straight to a DAW or PA, while the ground lift keeps noise in check. An effects loop rounds out the connectivity for outboard gear.
- 15 watts from two EL84 power tubes, driven by 3x 12AX7 preamp tubes
- Three-position Gain Structure switch for distinct overdrive character
- Switchable speaker-emulated XLR line output with ground lift, plus Power Amp Mute
- Selectable 4/8/16-ohm output impedance for use with external cabinets
- Dark gray lacquered tweed covering, black grille cloth, oversized pointer knobs, Fender block logo
- Pairs naturally with the BB-112 extension cabinet
Whether it’s anchoring a home studio or riding along to gigs, the Bassbreaker 15 Head is a genuine tube amp built to be played hard, recorded easily, and adapted to whatever tone the song calls for.
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