{"product_id":"orange-terror-bass-500w-hybrid-tube-class-d-bass-guitar-amplifier-head-orange","title":"Orange Terror Bass 500W Hybrid Tube\/Class D Bass Guitar Amplifier Head - Orange","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCombining the unmistakable warmth and authority of Orange's legendary tube bass amplifiers with the convenience of modern lightweight technology, the Orange Terror Bass 500 delivers professional-level bass tone in a remarkably compact package. Featuring a genuine tube preamp inspired by the flagship AD200, an efficient 500-watt Class D power section, versatile three-band EQ, and professional connectivity, the Terror Bass offers exceptional power, portability, and sonic character for today's working bassist.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAt the heart of the Terror Bass is an all-analog valve preamp closely based on Orange's acclaimed AD200 bass amplifier. Featuring an ECC83\/12AX7 preamp tube, this circuit delivers the rich harmonic complexity, natural compression, and muscular midrange that have made Orange bass amplifiers favorites among rock, alternative, punk, and heavy music players. From warm, vintage-inspired cleans to aggressive, growling overdrive, the Terror Bass provides a responsive and expressive playing experience.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe amplifier's Class D power section produces an impressive 500 watts into a 4-ohm speaker load, or 250 watts into an 8-ohm load. This substantial output provides excellent headroom, tight low-frequency response, and commanding projection for rehearsals, recording sessions, and live performances. Despite its considerable power, the Terror Bass weighs just over 10 pounds, making it significantly easier to transport than a traditional all-tube bass head.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA straightforward three-band EQ provides intuitive tonal control, with dedicated Bass, Middle, and Treble adjustments for shaping the amplifier's powerful sound. The Gain control allows players to introduce harmonic richness and saturation, while the master Volume control independently determines the overall output level.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor additional versatility, the Terror Bass features a dedicated Clean switch that tightens the low-frequency response and provides greater clarity at higher playing volumes. This is particularly useful for modern bass techniques, extended-range instruments, and situations where a more articulate sound is desired. A separate input Pad switch adjusts sensitivity for active or passive bass guitars, ensuring compatibility with a wide variety of pickup configurations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe amplifier also includes a tube-driven effects loop featuring an ECC81\/12AT7 valve in the send stage. This provides a musical, responsive connection point for external effects, allowing bassists to incorporate modulation, delay, and other processors while maintaining the character of the amplifier's preamp.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFor professional stage and studio applications, a balanced XLR direct output allows the Terror Bass to connect directly to a mixing console, recording interface, or PA system. An integrated ground-lift function helps reduce unwanted hum when connecting to external audio equipment.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDesigned with working musicians in mind, the Terror Bass features a rugged metal chassis, convenient carrying handle, and compact lunchbox-style construction. Its classic Orange covering, signature control graphics, and distinctive appearance pay tribute to the company's long tradition of British amplifier design.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhether paired with a compact 1x12-inch cabinet or a full-sized bass speaker stack, the Orange Terror Bass 500 delivers a commanding combination of vintage tube character, modern power, and practical portability. It is an excellent choice for bassists who want authentic Orange tone without the size and weight of a traditional high-powered tube amplifier.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease Note:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e This is a bass amplifier head and requires a compatible external bass speaker cabinet for conventional amplified playback. Speaker cabinet sold separately.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKey Features\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePowerful 500-watt hybrid bass guitar amplifier head\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGenuine tube preamp inspired by the Orange AD200\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEfficient, lightweight Class D power amplifier\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e500 watts of output at 4 ohms\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e250 watts of output at 8 ohms\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSingle-channel design with extensive tonal flexibility\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eECC83\/12AX7 preamp tube for rich harmonic warmth\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eECC81\/12AT7 tube-driven effects loop send\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClassic Orange bass tone with muscular low end and growling midrange\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGain control for clean warmth through saturated overdrive\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThree-band EQ with Bass, Middle, and Treble controls\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDedicated Clean switch for tighter low-frequency response\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInput Pad switch for active and passive bass guitars\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIndependent Gain and Volume controls\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEffects loop for external pedals and processors\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBalanced XLR direct output for live sound and recording\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGround-lift function to minimize unwanted hum\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProfessional locking SpeakON speaker connections\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCompact, portable lunchbox-style amplifier head\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRugged construction with classic Orange styling\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eExcellent for rehearsals, recording, touring, and live performance\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eManufacturer:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Orange Amplification\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eModel:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Terror Bass\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInvoice Model Number:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e TB500H\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProduct Type:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Bass Guitar Amplifier Head\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAmplifier Technology:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Hybrid Tube\/Solid-State\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePreamp Type:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e All-Analog Tube\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePower Amplifier:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Class D\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaximum Output Power:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 500 Watts at 4 Ohms\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOutput Power at 8 Ohms:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 250 Watts\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChannels:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 1\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePreamp Tubes:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 1 x ECC83 \/ 12AX7, 1 x ECC81 \/ 12AT7\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePower Tubes:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e None\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEQ:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Three-Band\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEQ Controls:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Bass, Middle, Treble\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGain Control:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Dedicated Gain Knob\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaster Volume:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Dedicated Volume Knob\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInput Pad:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Switchable\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eClean Mode:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Switchable\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFront Panel Controls:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Pad, Clean, Gain, Bass, Middle, Treble, Volume\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEffects Loop:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Yes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEffects Loop Send:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 12AT7 Valve-Driven\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEffects Loop Return:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Solid-State\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eInstrument Input:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 1\/4\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpeaker Outputs:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 2 x Locking SpeakON\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSupported Speaker Loads:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 4 or 8 Ohms\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBalanced Direct Output:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e XLR\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGround Lift:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Yes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCooling:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Internal Fan and Chassis Ventilation\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePower Connection:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e IEC AC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinish:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Orange\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eChassis:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Metal\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCarrying 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