Ampeg Introduces All-Tube Portaflex Bass Amps, 1×12 Cabinet
In 2011, Ampeg launched the Portaflex Amp Series featuring solid-state preamps inspired by their iconic B-15 amp. Now the company has expanded the line with the PF-20T and PF-50T, a pair of all-tube bass amps they describe as “modern interpretations of Ampeg’s legendary low-wattage, all-tube designs.”
Rated at 20 and 50 watts respectively, the PF-20T and PF-50T both feature a pair of 12AX7 tubes in their preamp. The PF-20T has a pair of 6V6 power amp tubes, while the 50-watt version has a 12AU7 matched with a pair of 6L6 tubes. Ampeg fits each amp with a user-adjustable bias control for easy tube replacement. Each model can be toggled between 4 or 8 ohm operation and has a transformer balanced line out with a ground lift. Besides the increased power, the PF-50T adds a preamp output and EQ flexibility with a 5-position mid-tone control and Ultra Hi/Lo boosts.
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<Ampeg also announced the PF-112HLF bass cabinet to the series. The new cab follows the lineup’s aesthetic with black diamond tolex, a vintage B-15 grille cloth, and a 15mm poplar ply enclosure. It’s rated at 200W RMS at 8 ohms thanks to a 12-inch Eminence LF driver and 1-inch HF compression driver. The tweeter as a pad level control.
Ampeg’s new Portaflex models are available now. The PF-50T and PF-20T carry street prices of $899.99 and $599.99, while the PF-112HLF bass cabinet will go for $399.99.
Ampeg PF-50T Bass Amplifier Specs:
| RMS power output: | 50W @ 4 or 8 ohms |
| Preamp: | All-tube 2 x 12AX7 |
| Power amp: | All-tube 1 x 12AU7, 2 x 6L6 |
| Inputs: | 0db and -15db |
| Tone controls: | Bass, Mid, Treble, 5-position Mid-Control, Ultra Hi/Lo boosts |
| Balanced Outputs: | Preamp balanced line out with Pre/Post EQ, Ground lift; Transformer balanced line out with Ground lift |
| Dimensions: | (H x W x D inches): 7.3 x 13.9 x 10.4 in |
| Weight: | 19.4 lb / 8.8 kg |
Ampeg PF-20T Bass Amplifier Specs:
| RMS power output: | 20W @ 4 or 8 ohms |
| Preamp: | All-tube 2 x 12AX7 |
| Power amp: | All-tube 2 x 6V6 |
| Tone controls: | Bass, Mid, Treble |
| Balanced Outputs: | Transformer balanced line out with Pre/Post EQ, Ground lift |
| Dimensions: | (H x W x D inches): 7.3 x 13.0 x 10.4 in |
| Weight: | 15.2 lb / 6.9 kg |
Ampeg PF-112HLF Bass Cabinet Specs:
| Cabinet Design: | Vintage Portaflex, Black diamond tolex with vintage B-15 grille cloth |
| Enclosure: | Rugged 15mm poplar ply enclosure |
| RMS power output: | 200W RMS power handling @ 8 ohms |
| Driver: | 1 x 12″ ceramic Eminence® LF driver with 1″ HF compression driver w/L-Pad level control |
| Frequency response: | 41 Hz – 14 kHz |
| Sensitivity: | 96 dB SPL @ 1W/1m |
| Dimensions: | (H x W x D inches): 19.8 x 17.1 x 13.1 in (503 x 434 x 333 mm) |
| Handling weight: | 30.8 lb / 14.0 kg |
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Gorgeous.
Nice AMPEG rigs with cool features and easy transport ??