Phil Jones BP 200 Compact Bass Amp Head

Description

The Phil Jones Bass BP-200 from is a compact 200W bass amplifier head built for players who demand clarity, detail and natural response — qualities that are essential for double bass.

Unlike many bass amps that colour or thicken the sound, the BP-200 is designed to reproduce the true voice of your instrument. Its Class A preamp captures the articulation, woodiness and transient response of upright bass, while the efficient Class D power section delivers clean headroom without unnecessary weight.

For double bassists performing in jazz ensembles, theatre pits or acoustic settings, the BP-200 provides:

• Excellent note definition across the full register

• Controlled low-end without boominess

• Clean projection that works beautifully with piezo pickups

• Compact size for easy transport to rehearsals and gigs

Weighing just over 1kg, it fits easily into a gig bag — making it ideal for players who already carry a large instrument.

Practical Features for Working Bassists

• 200W @ 4Ω (120W @ 8Ω) – enough power for small to medium venues

• 3-band EQ – shape your tone without losing natural character

• Active/Passive input switch – optimised for both piezo and onboard preamps

• Balanced DI out with ground lift and pre/post EQ – perfect for sending a clean signal to FOH or recording

• Headphone output – silent practice solution

• Universal voltage (100-240V) – tour-ready

Also Suitable for Bass Guitar

While particularly well-suited to upright bass, the BP-200 also delivers articulate, punchy tone for electric bass guitar. Players looking for a clean, hi-fidelity platform for pedals or modern bass sounds will appreciate its transparent response and fast attack.

BP-200 Specification