
Two channels, footswitch not included...
Carrying handle
FX loop, tuner and footswitch connectors on the front (good idea!).
Direct out.
Only one instrument input with -10dB and mute switches (also very good).
Common EQ section for both channels.
Seems sturdy.
UTILIZATION
Easy configuration, clear user's manual. Many sound possibilities.
Fat sound!
SOUNDS
Very big sound!
I tried it out in a store with a 4x10" Ashdown speaker cabinet (average sound), a 1x15" Trace Elliot speaker cabinet (great) and my Washburn Taurus T-24 passive bass (tuned two whole tones below standard tuning).
Before buying it I also tested an Ashdown (Mag Evo), a Markbass (Little Mark II), and a Trace Elliot (I can't remember the model).
Clean channel: Effective controls. The contour control is a good tool if you don't have a compressor. It provides an interesting, rounder sound. The low-frequency response is very powerful. This Gallien does a great job where my Ashdown MAG 300R doesn't have enough power (I will sell it). I guess some people will find the high-frequency range sounds too sharp. Regarding sound presence it's similar to a Trace Elliot. The response is very transparent and neutral.
The sound is pleasant even with extreme settings. You can get a growling sound turning up the boost control.
I love the distortion channel: If you like the bass sound on Will Halen's El Diablo you'll love this channel. Very fat and modern distortion sound. I set the gain control to 3 or 4, higher settings aren't that interesting. You get a huge and a bit acid sound.
This amp head will make you tremble It's the right choice for people who can't afford a Trace Elliot or an Ampeg, it comes pretty close to them considering its price.
Markbass amps are very good but they are expensive and produce a more aggressive sound.
It's just the best amp head I've ever tested in this price range! ! !
This amp will satisfy heavy metal, hard rock and blues rock players.
You get big lows, present low-mids and smooth highs... And a lot of headroom.
The sound is not very subtle... You'll buy it because you want to blow your audience away.
OVERALL OPINION
I would buy it again!
It's my new reference product regarding value for money! ! !
I don't recommend it to jazz and funk players, you'll be disappointed.