Blackstar Amplification Announces the amPlug 2 FLY Bass Headphone Amplifier

by Kevin Johnson Sunday, August 4th, 2019

Blackstar Amplification has unveiled the amPlug 2 FLY, a compact headphone amplifier that comes in versions for guitar and for bass. Each features a fully analog circuit that’s been reworked for a clearer and more present sound, the company says.

The bass version has three selectable voices: classic, modern, and overdrive. It also has a tone control knob and six built-in rhythm loops to jam along with. Other features include an aux-in for connecting to a music player, a folding jack design to fit into any bass, and up to 17 hours of battery life with AAA batteries.

The Blackstar Amplification amPlug 2 FLY Headphone Amplifier for bass will be available this month with a street price of $44.99.

Blackstar Amplification amPlug 2 FLY Bass Headphone Amplifier Features:

180-degree Foldable Input Jack
Up to 17 Hours of Battery Life
Auto Power Off
Aux Input
Three Voices: Classic, Modern, Overdrive
Six Built-In Rhythm Loops

In his time with No Treble, Kevin has met hundreds of amazing bassists and interviewed icons like Jack Casady, Victor Wooten, Les Claypool, Marcus Miller, and more. He's a gigging bassist performing jazz in Northern Virginia and bluegrass with The Plate Scrapers up and down the East Coast. Kevin appreciates all genres of music, from R&B to metal and everything in between. Connect with Kevin on Facebook and check his performance schedule on his website.