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Ampeg Micro CL Mini Bass Stack

Ampeg

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The Micro-CL 100W 2x10 MIni Bass Stack from Ampeg delivers the look and sound of "classic" Ampeg that you've heard in countless recordings, TV shows and concerts on a miniaturized scale. Let's face it. If you could keep your full SVT stack in your living room you would. With the MIcro-CL it's not only possible, but plausible. Ampeg took their Classic SVT rig, the sonic reference point by which all other bass amps are measured, and made it manageable and functional. It pumps out 100W of power at 8 ohms from its solid-state head which is perfect for smaller gigs and rehearsals. The Micro-CL delivers the unique sound that bass players all over the world have come to expect from their rigs. Featuring classic Ampeg grille cloth, Tolex and trim, you can spot an Ampeg SVT rig from the other side of the stadium or the other side of the living room.
Ampeg Micro-CL 100W 2x10 Mini Bass Stack Black
Ampeg Micro-CL 100W 2x10 Mini Bass Stack Black
Ampeg Micro-CL 100W 2x10 Mini Bass Stack Black

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  • RMS power output: 100 Watts at 8 ohms
  • Solid-state preamp and power amp
  • 3-band tone controls
  • FX loop
  • Dual inputs (0dB & -15dB)
  • Unbalanced line out
  • 1/8" line in & headphone out
  • Linear power supply
  • 2 - 10" LF drivers
  • 100W power handling at 8 ohms
  • frequency response: 57Hz- 5kHz

collapse expand iconSpecs

  • Head: 14lb.
  • Enclosure: 33lb.

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On May 1st, 2009, the Mackie, TAPCO, Crate, Blackheart and Ampeg websites will be updated with the addition of warranty URLs (e.g. www.mackie.com/warranty) expressing new A Stock warranty terms. These warranty URLs will go live on May 1st, 2009. Formerly, warranty periods for these LOUD brands appeared in a variety of locations – in product manuals (for Mackie and TAPCO) and on warranty cards and hang tags (for Crate, Blackheart and Ampeg). In order to streamline and clarify this process, Mackie, TAPCO, Crate, Blackheart and Ampeg warranty periods and terms will be communicated in full on the warranty pages. Any LOUD products purchased prior to May 1st will bear with them the manufacturer’s warranty as predates the new policy. Moving through this transition, in order for customers to obtain warranty service, both the sales receipt and a physical copy of the (older) warranty statement will be required by our Service and Support departments in order to issue Service Requests, etc. If the product was purchased on or after May 1st, 2009, but a physical copy of the older warranty terms is not presented, the new warranty terms and periods will apply. Meanwhile, the products that bear with them the new warranty periods (as reflected in the box contents of each product) are being tracked by serial #, and contain new warranty content referring customers to the appropriate brand website. The information below reflects the product warranty periods that will be effective on May 1st, 2009 for the Mackie, TAPCO, Crate, Blackheart and Ampeg brands: Mackie: A 3-year, nontransferable, inclusive warranty on electronics and a 2-year, nontransferable, inclusive warranty on drivers (where applicable) apply to loudspeakers (active and passive), power amps, powered mixers, and HR studio monitors. Specific models under this warranty include all SRM, HD, SA, C and S Series Speakers, all FRS Amplifiers, all HRmk2 Studio Monitors. A 1-year, all inclusive, nontransferable warranty applies to all mixers, MR Studio Monitors, Control Surfaces, Processors (digital), MR Studio Monitors, Control Surfaces, Audio/MIDI Interfaces, other SR & Recording Products. Specific product models under this warranty include all Onyx Compact, 4-bus and 8-bus, all VLZ3, all PPM, all ProFX, all CFXmk2 Mixers, all MR Studio Monitors, Big Knob, Onyx 800R, all MCU Pro family. Tapco: A 1-year, all inclusive, nontransferable warranty applies to all products and all models. Crate: A 1-year, nontransferable warranty applies to electronics and speakers on all models of MI amps, cabinets, and combos. 90-day warranty on all tubes Blackheart: A 1-year, nontransferable warranty applies to electronics and speakers on all models of MI amps, cabinets, and combos. 90-day warranty on tubes. Ampeg: A 5-year, nontransferable warranty on electronics and a 2-year, nontransferable warranty on speakers apply to all SVT Classic and Pro Series, MI amps and cabinets. A 2-year, nontransferable warranty on electronics and a 2-year, nontransferable warranty on speakers apply to all B Series, all Diamond Blue, and all BA combo amps. 90-day warranty on tubes.

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3.79

14 Reviews

71%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend

Most Liked Positive Review

5

Perfect Practice Amp

I live in an apartment and bought this thing mainly because of the auxilary and headphone features. The separate volume control for the auxilary input is brilliant. I plug my computer into it and have the ability to play along with any song I can think of. It also works great with a metronome. This amp also produces a much better tone than I expected. I think if you're looking for a practice amp to use at home, by yourself, this is a perfect little amp.

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Most Liked Negative Review

3

It's good for the right purpose

I started with its big brother, the Ampeg SVT Classic, which is AMAZING and perfect for gigs. I bought this unit to I could rehearse at home without making the house shake. It's fine for personal practice time. It's not something you could use at a gig, or even at rehearsal with the band. I use a Hartke kickback at rehearsal which is much more capable than this unit. So if you are playing just for yourself, and you want that Ampeg SVT sound, this is close; it's not tube based, and it does not have the exact sound, but it's close.

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Best Uses
  1. Home Studio5
  2. Performances3
  3. Outdoor Events / Games2
  4. Amateur Recording1
Cons
  1. Weak2
  2. Clanky1
  3. Distortion1
  4. Limited Functions1
  5. Mushy1
Describe Yourself
  1. Experienced5
  2. Novice2
Pros
  1. Excellent Sound5
  2. Easy To Use4
  3. Good Power Output4
  4. Portable4
  5. Warm / Comfy4
  • Looks cool but sounds like CRAP!

    1

    submitted2 years ago

    byAlvaro

    fromRichmond Virginia

    I wanted to love this but I cannot ! This combo sounds like absolute junk ! I realized this after I brought home an Acoustic B100C , it showed me how bad the Ampeg sounds Non existent lows Clanky nasty mids Non existent highs Distorts at any level past 4 Hooked up a preamp that helped a bit but still could not hide this horribly ill-tuned children's toy Literally the worst sounding amp I've ever heard Returning as we speak Avoid like the plague

  • This is sufficient,will need more later

    4

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted3 years ago

    byBig Bassmon

    fromSan Antonio Tx

    Straight to Bass sounds good ,really shines with your pedal collection.

  • Not Quite What I Hoped For

    1

    submitted4 years ago

    byWill G

    fromWichita KS

    I purchased this item it came in with a defective cone. It had a distortion tone coming from it with every note played. I had it warrantied through Musicians Friend, they were extremely helpful and I had the replacement in a couple of days. I had the replacement for six days and then then the bottom speaker started making a clicking noise as if there were a guitar pick bouncing on the cone. I never went over a 4 on the volume knob, as im just getting back into playing after a ten year hiatus. I Really wanted to like this product, because I know that Ampeg has put out some of the best products in the industry. Inevitably I returned it as well and ended up purchasing an Orange Combo instead. So far so Good.

  • great find

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted4 years ago

    bykahuna

    fromFL

    simple to use, great for practice snd small gigs

  • Awesome amp with a lot of power

    5

    submitted5 years ago

    byAdhersmasher

    fromPennsylvania

    Amazing product with that classic ampeg sound

  • This stack gets me amped!

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted7 years ago

    byDaniel

    fromundisclosed

    Been using a jazz bass on this stack. This amp has some kick. Crisp clear tones, loud enough for garage band. Just right for practice and house parties. Need more power? Just mic it to a PA. I really like the Aux input too.

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Have a question about this product? Our expert Gear Advisers have the answers.

  • asked byBass head

    fromRockingham NC

    Dose micro-cl 100w 2x10 mini stack come with the connection cord for amp to speakers box

    Dose micro-cl 100w 2x10 mini stack come with the connection cord for amp to speakers box

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    Yes it does.
  • asked bymike

    fromSyracuse NY

    Would this be ideal for a hobby studio set up? I'm planning on using a small closet lined with foam as an isolation room to mic up the cab. This unit is definitely the right size. Just wondering if i would be able to push into big boy sounds for recording. Yes, I'm aware that bass is typically recorded direct, but im looking for a rig that can be mic'd up.

    Would this be ideal for a hobby studio set up? I'm planning on using a small closet lined with foam as an isolation room to mic up the cab. This unit is definitely the right size. Just wondering if i would be able to push into big boy sounds for recording. Yes, I'm aware that bass is typically recorded direct, but im looking for a rig that can be mic'd up.

    Open Reply - Gear-Advisor
    YEAH!!------- "that bass is typically recorded direct"------Let's not restrict ourselves. Properly miking a bass cabinet is an art form. It's how you record the punch. And yes, this is going to punch. You want to be in between the cone and edge. That gives you a lot of room to play with. The closer to the edge, the lower the punch. If you think it may be too low, mix in a little direct. Play with it. Have fun.
  • asked byBigMark

    fromMadison Ohio

    Do both of the Micro VR and Micro CL have the same speakers?

    Do both of the Micro VR and Micro CL have the same speakers?

    Open Reply - Ronald
    Yes they do.
  • asked byJosh

    fromTemple,TX

    I think I put this question in the right category. Does this amp have separate Low-mid and High-mid controls?

    I think I put this question in the right category. Does this amp have separate Low-mid and High-mid controls?

    Open Reply - Thomas
    No, it has Bass, Mid, and Treble
  • asked byGregory

    fromWaubay S.D.

    Could a person plug in a 1/8 inch jack microphone in to the accessory input on the head, and it work for a practice with the headphones?

    Could a person plug in a 1/8 inch jack microphone in to the accessory input on the head, and it work for a practice with the headphones?

    Open Reply - Ronald
    No, that wouldn't work.
  • asked byscott

    fromNew Jersey

    In reading the reviews I saw one gentleman with the same problem I had with this amp which was a buzzing sound or mine actually sounded like a blown speaker.
I returned the first one and it was replaced but the replacement is doing the same thing. My question is; because I'm still an armature bass player, would it matter if I was playing an "Active" bass through it?

    In reading the reviews I saw one gentleman with the same problem I had with this amp which was a buzzing sound or mine actually sounded like a blown speaker. I returned the first one and it was replaced but the replacement is doing the same thing. My question is; because I'm still an armature bass player, would it matter if I was playing an "Active" bass through it?

    Open Reply - Ronald
    They will buzz a bit more than passive pickups. The easiest way would be to turn down the highs and mids a little bit at a time until the buzzing subsides. The other way would be to run the signal through a noise gate to remove it.