Unmatched tone.
Arguably the hottest amplifier company in the business right now, Bugera has become a full force juggernaut in creating great sounding, well-built, affordable tube amps for guitar and bass. Meet the amp that has everyones head spinning - the BC30. A modern take on a classic amplifier design used by everyone from the Beatles to the Foo Fighters, the Bugera BC30 is a musical instrument unto itself. It matches perfectly with all styles of guitars and pickup combinations, just like a great amp should.
The BC30 gets its immense power from a quad-set of matched EL84 power tubes and Class A design. For those who aren't familiar with this type of amp - this is no wimpy 30 watter. Most 50 watt tube amps cower in fear at the sheer volume and presence of the BC30 - it will shake the walls. For that reason, Bugera has included a power switch to knock the amp down to 15 watts as-needed. In 15 watt mode, the BC30 will easily compete with a full band/pa system and will perform just fine in small clubs with little to no miking.
Featuring two unique channels and two inputs per channel, the BC30 allows for a smorgasbord of tonal options. The first channel features two 12AX7s, creating a parallel triode circuit. This channel is remarkably good for cleans and "dig-in" overdrive sounds. The second channel is built for hi-gain on a specially selected 12AX7 valve coupled to a 6-position tone switch - and this channel really roars! Each channel has its own respective effects loop, which can be used to create a "3rd channel." By using a short ΒΌ" instrument cable to patch the Channel 2 Effects Send into the Channel 1 Input, you can take advantage of increased gain and use the Channel 2 tone control to govern the sound.
Tone-shaping doesn't stop at the preamp section, though. The power amp features a cut knob, which can be used to roll of the high-end and darken the overall tone. Another step in tone customizing with the BC30 is the Speaker Reverse switch, which reverses the speaker direction, thereby changing gain characteristics. The BC30 is loaded with two 12" inch speakers, one 80 watt and one 100 watt Bugera "Vintage Guitar Series" speaker. The differences in wattages allow for a tone that is perfectly balanced between warmth and cutting edge.
The true-valve rectifier allows for different tube combinations - the final step in tone-shaping with the BC30. The onboard rectifier tube is perfect for punchy, explosive sounds. This tube can be swapped out for two 5U4s (not included) for a more smooth, round tonal response. THe BC30 can be fed into virtually any guitar cabinet, with a built-in impedence switch that enables compatibility with 4, 8 & 16 ohm speaker cabinets.
The Bugera BC30 - true vintage styling and British sound, with all the boutique bells-&-whistles you love but would never expect from an amp in this price range. Get one, you can thank us later.
- Hand-built 30-Watt Class-A guitar combo driven by 4 x EL84 valves
- Mind-blowing distortion with terrifying punch and breathtaking vintage clean that breathes with headroom
- True valve rectifier gives you the flexibility of using one 5AR4 for a explosive attack or two 5U4s (not included) for a smooth and round response
- Channel 1 features two 12AX7s creating a parallel triode circuit and an interactive EQ with amazing responsiveness
- Channel 2 sports a high gain channel based on a specially selected 12AX7 valve coupled to a 6-position tone switch
- Power amp section features a Cut control for rolling off the high end plus a Master volume control
- Power switch reduces output power to 15 Watts for more sound variation
- Speaker Reverse switch reverses the direction of the speaker to influence the amount of distorted sound
- Each channel offers an independent effects loop
- Illuminated front panel and logo for a super cool look
- Impedance switch (4, 8 and 16 Ohms) to match virtually any speaker cabinet
- High-quality components and exceptionally rugged construction ensure long life
