Here atMusicRadar, we are experts in our field, with many years of playing, creating and product testing between us. We live and breathe everything music gear-related, and we draw on this knowledge and experience of using products in live, recording and rehearsal scenarios when selecting the products for our guides. When looking at how to find the best amp, there’s a plethora of information out there, and so much of it is unnecessary, repeated, or rehashed. Fundamentally, there are a few things to consider that matter most, and I’ll break these down here: Amp Type Orange amps epitomize all we love about the iconic British guitar tone, and they have been a staple of the ‘big three’ British amp producers since their 1968 beginning. Now, with a varied product range consisting of incredibly powerful combo amps, bass gear, and lunchbox heads, there is a lot to consider when buying an Orange bass amp, which is where I come in! What makes the best amp for you will depend on various things. To finish this piece, I will sum up the amps reviewed above to help narrow down your choice.

If you’re a professional musician who plays for a living, it makes financial sense to go for the best quality you can afford. However, if you’re just testing the waters, then it may be wise to go with cheap and cheerful while you’re still undecided how far you’ll want to go with your guitar playing. Additional Features The active three-band EQ includes a midrange frequency control that sweeps a range from 300Hz to 2.7kHz to dial in an impressive variety of tones. Setting clear benchmarks for what you need in terms of features, wattage and tone is key to choosing an amp that is going to deliver. Which features are essential in a bass amp? Orange Amps began in 1968 in a dingy basement shop in Old Compton Street in London, founded by Cliff Cooper who's still at the helm today. When first plugging into this amp, one thing is immediately apparent – the Orange Amp Crush Bass 100W Combo is loud! I discovered that it is simple to dial in any tone you could ever possibly want, with this cabinet being perfectly tuned to provide articulate yet powerful tones across the genres.Orange prides itself on making bass amps of the highest quality. ‘Best of British’ with no unnecessary features, or crazy switches, just the very best components and craftsmanship. The result is an amp and sound that will put many other brands to shame, regardless of the musical genre. What makes the Orange Amplifiers Crush Bass 100W 1×15 Bass Combo Amp stand out from many other combo amps is the active EQ circuit, which has been inspired by the EQ in Oranges Stroke Series bass amps. For a brand that focuses on the simple, there is a lot of technology within this amp. Taking elements from our flagship 4 Stroke and OB1 series bass amps, and with enough power for smaller venues, the Crush Bass 100 is a seriously versatile combo in both sound and application. Using high-end engineering techniques not usually found on combos of this type, the key to the Crush Bass 100’s immensely fat and detailed tone is the amplifier’s 100 Watt output section. The choice of discrete components (rather than common integrated circuits) gives the amp sensational levels of clarity across the entire spectrum, and the internal 15” speaker means that even the most subterranean frequencies come through loud and clear. The Crush Bass series delivers fat, rounded sound thanks to an all analogue signal path. The Crush Bass 50 houses a 12” speaker with a reflex port for improved low-end response. The buffered effects loop has been engineered for maximum transparency, ensuring your pedal arsenal will perform to its peak. Cabsim Headphone Output, Aux Input & Chromatic Tuner

At the heart of the Crush Bass 100 is its 100 Watt output stage. Using discrete circuitry, rather than ICs (integrated circuits) ensures a purer and even more forceful delivery with outstanding clarity and definition. The Crush Bass 100 houses a 15” speaker with a reflex port for improved low end response. The buffered effects loop has been engineered for maximum transparency, ensuring your pedal arsenal will perform at its peak. BALANCED OUTPUT, CABSIM HEADPHONE OUTPUT, AUX INPUT & CHROMATIC TUNERThere are all sorts of different features that can be found on the best bass amps nowadays. Some might have blendable overdrive or a second channel that lets you dial in a grittier sound either for heavier styles of music or for just a different texture. Some might have effects built in – compression can be especially handy for so many different styles of music. I love the vintage aesthetics of the metal ‘lunchbox’ style, which, as well as looking classic, also makes this amp head one of the most robust out there. Encased in strong metal, with a hard-wearing carry case and durable handle, it is perfect for players on the road – its weight is just 9.9 lb / 4.4 kg, so transportation is not an issue.