
Peavey 03618570 Trace Elliot TE-1200 Bass Amp Head
Powerhouse Bass Amplification for Stage and StudioThe PEAVEY Trace Elliot TE-1200 Bass Amplifier Head is engineered for professional bassists demanding high power and exceptional tone. Boasting 1200 watts of RMS power, versatile EQ controls, and robust connectivity, it's ready for any stage or st...
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Overview
Powerhouse Bass Amplification for Stage and Studio
The PEAVEY Trace Elliot TE-1200 Bass Amplifier Head is engineered for professional bassists demanding high power and exceptional tone. Boasting 1200 watts of RMS power, versatile EQ controls, and robust connectivity, it's ready for any stage or studio environment.
Specifications:
- Power Output: 1200 Watts RMS
- EQ: 4 Band Equalization
- Compressor: Built-in Lo-Band/Hi-Band Compressors with defeat switch
- Pre-Shape Switch: Classic Trace Elliot EQ curve
- Connectivity: Pre and Post balanced XLR outputs with Ground Lift, Headphone output, USB Recording Output/Interface, Dual Neutrik Speakon/phone speaker output jacks
- Effects Loop: Noiseless buffered effects loop with level switch
- Tuner Output: Buffered 1/4" tuner/dry feed jack
- MIDI: MIDI In and Out jacks
- Minimum Load: 4 Ohm
Included:
- Four-button MIDI footswitch with 25-foot cable
- Padded gig bag
Key Features
FEATURES || Gain control || 1200 bone-rattling watts of true RMS power || Built-in Lo-Band/ Hi-Band Compressors with defeat switch (footswitchable) || Pre-shape switch for the classic Trace Elliot EQ curve (footswitchable) || 4 band equalization || EQ Pre/Post Compressor switch || Mute/Tune switch (footswitchable) || Input Gain & Output Level controls || Pre & Post balanced XLR outputs with Ground Lift || Headphone output || Four button MIDI footswitch with 25-foot cable included ||
FEATURES || Padded gig bag included || Optional 1.5U rackmount kit included || Noiseless buffered effects loop with level switch (footswitchable) || Preamp Output / Power Amp Input 1V(rms) master/slave loop || Buffered 1/4" tuner/dry feed jack || MIDI In and Out jacks || USB Recording Output/Interface || Dual Neutrik combination Speakon/phone speaker output jacks || 4 Ohm minimum load || Worldwide AC voltage selector ||
FEATURES || Brand : Peavey || Model Number : TE1200 | 03618570 || Packed Weight: 20.62 lb (9.35 kg) || Packed Length: 14.76in (37.49 cm) || Packed Width: 14.17in (35.99 cm) || Packed Height: 6.88in (17.48 cm) || Recognizing the continued need for world-class bass amplification that can stand on any stage & be rugged enough to withstand the rigors of constant touring, Trace Elliot proudly announces the launch of the TE-1200 bass amplifier & the Trace Elliot Pro 4x10 & 2x12 cabinets.
Trace Elliot has been defining professional bass amplification for over 40 years. As the first company to focus solely on bass guitar, Trace has been dedicated to providing professional bass players the gear they need for any application. After the incredible success of the ELF line of portable compact amplifiers, Trace once again turns their focus to large venue environments. Recognizing the continued need for world-class bass amplification that can stand on any stage ||
The Trace Elliot TE-1200 bass amplifier head boasts 1200 watts of REAL power capable of driving up to TWO Trace Pro cabinets per unit. Utilizing the amazing tone sculpted by our proprietary Multi-band Compressor & Pre-Shape control that Trace Elliot made famous the TE-1200's tone is legendary & its power can handle any stage. Rear features such as low noise direct-out power amp in & out (for multiple units) & the included rack ears & bag make this amp ready for the road out of the box.
Specifications
Pros & Cons
👍 Pros
- Delivers a powerful 1200 watts of true RMS power, capable of driving multiple cabinets for large venues
- Includes built-in Lo-Band/Hi-Band Compressors that are footswitchable, offering dynamic control over your sound
- Features a Pre-shape switch for the classic Trace Elliot EQ curve, also footswitchable, for iconic tone shaping
- Comes with a padded gig bag for convenient and protected transport, ideal for touring musicians
- Includes an optional 1.5U rackmount kit, providing flexible setup options for studio or live racks
👎 Cons
- The 4 Ohm minimum load requirement limits speaker cabinet flexibility, potentially excluding some higher impedance setups
- The sheer power output of 1200 watts may be excessive for smaller venues or home practice, requiring careful volume management
- While a worldwide AC voltage selector is included, specific details on voltage ranges are not provided, requiring user verification
- Packed weight of 20.62 lb (9.35 kg) may still be considered heavy for some musicians seeking ultra-portable solutions
- Detailed information about the specific tonal characteristics of the 4-band equalization is not provided