Detail 01
42 lbs
A two-hand lift. Plan on a rack case with wheels or a bandmate for load-in.
Product detailSKU #1274115028071
AmpegSVT-4 PRO Series Bass Head
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Independent shopping perspective
The Korena take
Rack-mountable pro bass head at 42 lbs. For working bassists and studio players who want Ampeg tone with serious power and don't mind carrying it.
Strong match
Who this is for
- Large stages needing headroom over loud drums
- Studio sessions where Ampeg voicing is the target sound
- Rack rigs with a dedicated cab or two
Consider the trade-offs
When to look elsewhere
- Bassists who carry gear alone up stairs
- Bedroom and small-club players who never need this volume
- Anyone on a budget or wanting a simple grab-and-go head
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
19 in. wide
Standard rack width, so it drops into a rack case rather than sitting on a cab.
Detail 03
5.25 in. tall
Three rack spaces. Budget that height plus room for the power amp's heat.
Detail 04
15.5 in. deep
Deep chassis. Shallow rack cases and shelves may not take it.
Detail 05
High wattage head
Built to drive a full stack. You will rarely run it near its ceiling in a club.
Final check
Know before you order
- 01No speaker cabinet included. You need at least one cab and a speaker cable.
- 02Confirm your cab's impedance and power handling match before plugging in.
- 03Rack case, cables and a bass are all separate purchases.
Product questions
Before you decide
Straight answers to the questions shoppers most often ask about this product.
01How heavy is the SVT-4 PRO?
42 lbs. It is a rack-format head, not a lightweight class-D amp, so factor transport into your decision.
02Will it fit a standard rack?
Yes. It is 19 inches wide, the standard rack width, and 5.25 inches tall — three rack spaces. Check that your case is at least 15.5 inches deep.
03Does it come with a cabinet?
No. This is the head only. You supply the cab and speaker cable.
04Is this overkill for small venues?
For bedrooms and small rooms, yes. It is built for stages loud enough to need real headroom, and the weight is hard to justify otherwise.
Reference
Full specifications
The complete catalog record, organized around the decisions musicians make when comparing gear.
2 detailsSize & weight
- Weight
- 42
- Dimensions
- 19 x 5.25 x 15.5 in.
