Detail 01
200 watts at 4 ohms
That number assumes a 4-ohm load. A single 8-ohm cab draws noticeably less power, so plan the pairing around it.
Product detailSKU #1274115028048
AmpegMicro-VR 200W Bass Amp Head
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
A 200-watt solid-state bass head the size of a shoebox, with a padded balanced out. For rehearsal, small gigs, and quick recording.
Strong match
Who this is for
- First bass amp where simple controls beat deep menus
- Players commuting by train, bus, or bike to rehearsal
- Feeding a board or interface straight from the head
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Loud stages without PA support behind the bass
- Players who want tube grind when they dig in
- Anyone needing an EQ fine enough to fix a room
What matters in use
The specifications, translated
Catalog numbers tell only part of the story. These are the details most likely to change how this product feels, sounds, or fits into a setup.
Detail 02
Solid-state preamp
Same tone at every volume, no warm-up, nothing to replace. Also less breakup when you play hard — it stays clean.
Detail 03
MOSFET power amp
Runs cool and puts out real power without heavy iron. That's how the head stays this small.
Detail 04
Ultra Mid control
Shifts the midrange voicing rather than boosting one fixed point, which moves the bass forward or back against guitars.
Detail 05
3-band tone controls
Bass, mid, treble. Fast to set and hard to get wrong, but no way to notch a single problem frequency.
Detail 06
Balanced out with pre/post and pad
Pre sends your raw bass, post sends your dialed tone, and the pad keeps a hot signal from overloading the board.
Detail 07
12 x 5.5 x 10 inches
Fits in a backpack or a cab's rear pocket, so head and bass travel in one trip.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01No cabinet included — budget for a cab and a speaker cable
- 02Pair with an 8-ohm cab and you get less than the rated 200 watts
- 03Effects go in front of the amp, so plan your pedal chain accordingly
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01Is it loud enough to play with a drummer?
With an efficient cab, yes for rehearsal and small rooms. On a loud stage you'll want the bass through the PA rather than leaning on the amp.
02Can I record straight from it?
Yes. The balanced out feeds an interface or console, with pre/post switching and a pad. Keep a cabinet connected while you do it.
03Is this a good first bass amp?
Three tone knobs and a mid voicing switch — you can find a usable sound in a minute. Small enough to keep in a bedroom, loud enough for band practice.
04Does it pair with the SVT-210AV cabinet?
It drives it fine, but that cab is 8 ohms, so you won't see the full 200 watts. Two of those cabs make 4 ohms and get everything the head has.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
2 detailsSound
- Preamp
- Solid State
- Tone Controls
- 3-Band
1 detailsPickups & controls
- Mid Tone Control
- Ultra Mid
2 detailsConnections & power
- RMS Power Output
- 200W @ 4 ohms
- Power Amp
- MOSFET
1 detailsSize & weight
- Dimensions
- 12 inch W x 5-1/2 inch H x 10 inch D
1 detailsOther
- Balanced Line Out
- with Pre/Post and Pad
