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There’s not a lot of threads regarding this little head. So I’m starting a permanent thread devoted to the Class Head TC Electronics Bam200 bass head. NAD the Bam200 I tested it through a 4 ohm 18” Acoustic 301 cabinet. It’s probably not the ideal cab for test this…I previously test a MB200 through it and it sounded great. My other bass speaker cabs are loaded up in my car for gigs. I got this head for small gigs/stages that wouldn’t fit my mini stereo GK/MB rig. And as a backup. 1st impressions… It seems to have plenty of power in regards to the rated 200 watts at 4 ohms. My impression is that it sounds kind of raw if that makes sense. It doesn’t sound as smooth as some other heads I own. I had to crank the bass control to get the bass oomph I wanted. The same for treble control on the crunch. The mids were ok. The manual states to turn the gain to where the indicator LED is just starting to blink. I found that I needed to set the gain a little higher to get the punch that I wanted. More experiments to come. I’m perplexed by the sales ad stating that the head weighs 1 lb. And the manual says 2 lbs. It is very small and dense. It must be really packed tight inside. I’m sure I will keep it and the price is very affordable. Specs from the sales ad: Brand TC Electronic Output Wattage 200 Watts Item Dimensions LxWxH 6.46 x 5.24 x 1.69 inches Item Weight 454 Grams Model Name BAM200 Ultra-Compact 200 Watt Bass Head About this item 200 Watt portable micro bass head amplifier for stage and studio Ultra-compact and lightweight design for ultimate portability Cutting-edge Class-D amplifier technology for incredible power and sonic performance TC Electronic Preamplifier design for authentic sound and feel of a tube amp 3-Band EQ section provides ultimate tone shaping control I’m sure I’ll post more in the future. But feel free to add to the discussion. Although I did mention another brand amp head, let make this thread mainly about the TC Electronics Bam200.

It’s pretty cool as is! Nicer with the hardware on I bet!

Everyone seems to like it including myself. Sounds great! Cut through the mix good. Lots of compliments. I love playing it!

Congrats again…very nice!

I am playing in a band again. It’s been almost 10 years since I last played out. This bass is playing and sounding great! No regrets in this build!

I’d have to say your builders did a fine and quick job! Congrats on your new space!

How about through Amazon?

The can of Duratex comes with a special roller/applicator. It’s very easy to apply. I really didn’t want to glue on a covering.

Welcome to basschat! I used DuraTex https://www.parts-express.com/Acry-Tech-DuraTex-Black-1-Quart-Roller-Grade-Cabinet-Texture-260-111 I’m very happy with the results. The rack boxes and the Acoustic head.

I had a similar one. I wired it stereo. It was a rocking machine! I downsized and sold it…but of course…I wish I still had it.

I don’t own a Gretsch but I prefer single coil PU’s

The corresponding thread about this was locked at TalkBass. FYI It’s too bad. I hope to read more info here.

Thanks to all that post in this thread. A long past rig I used to rock.

Ya, we’ll… I tried to replace the stereo/mono switch. I had to make the control cavity a little larger for the switch. It broke the top of the bass… I’m very POed at myself. This was my solution…for now. I’m not really happy about this.

ouch!

Nothing new for me, I’ve been listening to them since their beginnings They are some of the best! Rick Laird recently passed away.

I don’t have a 360…I just have this lowly 371 system. 370+301… 😔😋

https://ultimateclassicrock.com/beatles-rooftop-cop/

My finish guy used this on my bass body. he said it was very easy to use. Based on your avatar…LOL… https://www.amazon.com/eco-Friendly-Non-Yellowing-Woodworking-Cabinetry-Furniture/dp/B07NC175G2/ref=sr_1_1?crid=24WO0G46EB0H6&keywords=i%2Bcant%2Bbelieve%2Bits%2Bnot%2Blacquer&qid=1637064391&sprefix=I%2Bcan’t%2Bbelieve%2Bit’s%2Bnot%2B%2Caps%2C204&sr=8-1&th=1 There are many pics in my build thread…

It’s nice that you have the covers!

Rattle can lacquer. Thanks.

I just used a custom decal.

Better than mine. I love both!

Very cool! Congrats!