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The Venture VB-88 bass cabinet delivers massive low end in a portable package. Designed for bassists seeking a modern alternative to the legendary SVT-810, this front-ported 8x8 cab is loaded with eight custom 8" neodymium woofers and a variable high-frequency driver for articulate, defined tone. Paired with a Venture V7 or V12 head, the VB-88 provides enough power and projection for nearly any venue. Despite its impressive performance, this cab weighs only 67lb., making it easy to transport from gig to gig.

Massive Low End in a Compact Cabinet

With eight 8" neodymium woofers, the VB-88 produces a huge, authoritative bass tone that will rattle the walls. The front-ported design enhances low-end resonance while keeping the cab compact. Variable high-frequency control allows you to adjust the treble response to suit your bass and style. Overall, this cab delivers a modern bass tone that cuts through the mix with ease.

Road-Ready and Built to Last

Venture Series cabs are constructed to handle the rigors of touring and constant gigging. The VB-88's plywood cabinet is covered in durable carbon fiber-style Tolex and reinforced with durable steel corners. The speakers are protected by a rugged perforated steel grille. An optional padded cover provides further protection when transporting and storing the cab. Despite its rugged build, the VB-88 remains a lightweight, portable cab that's easy to transport from show to show.

Stylish Looks, Serious Performance

With its angular lines and carbon fiber-style covering, the VB-88 makes a bold visual statement on any stage. But behind its stylish facade lies a seriously capable bass cabinet. Its front-ported design enhances low-end projection, allowing you to feel the bass as much as hear it. An optional Portaflex-style grille offers an alternative aesthetic. However, you choose to configure it, the VB-88 delivers real performance and power in a thoroughly modern voice.

When you need massive low end and portability, the Venture VB-88 bass cabinet delivers. With its compact size, lightweight build and huge tone, this cab provides contemporary bassists a modern solution for any playing situation. Choose a Venture VB-88 and experience portable bass tone like never before.

Ampeg Venture VB-88 Bass Cabinet Black
Ampeg Venture VB-88 Bass Cabinet Black
Ampeg Venture VB-88 Bass Cabinet Black

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  • 800 watts RMS/1600 watts Program power (4Ω)
  • Eight custom-voiced 8" Lavoce neodymium woofers and variable high-frequency driver
  • Front-ported cab ruggedly constructed with carbon fiber-style Tolex
  • Optional Portaflex-style grille and padded cover available

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  • Power: 800W RMS/1600W Program @ 4Ω
  • Construction: Carbon fiber-style Tolex covering and modern Ampeg logo
  • Speakers: Custom Lavoce neodymium woofers and high-frequency driver
  • Attenuator: Variable high-frequency
  • Inputs: Neutrik speakON
  • Portability: Kick-back dolly style casters and towel bar
  • Weight: 67lb.

collapse expand iconWarranty

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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