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Ampeg | Rocket Bass Series Overview

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The Ampeg Rocket Bass 115 amp is a high-performance amp with 200 watts of power packed into a portable cabinet. It features a 3-band EQ, an overdrive circuit and an effects loop to expand the tonal possibilities, while an XLR output directly connects to a PA or recorder. An auxiliary input makes it easy to jam to external audio sources, and a headphone out keeps the noise levels down for the neighbors. The RB 115 is an ideal combo for the bassist looking for an amp versatile enough to go from practice to performance with no problem.

Main Features

  • 200W
  • Solid-state amplifier, 3-band EQ, Super Grit overdrive (footswitch-capable), effects loop
  • XLR out, headphone out, extension speaker out, auxiliary in
  • 15" custom Eminence speaker

Powerful and Lightweight

Weighing only 34 lb., it's easy to move the Rocket Bass from the bedroom to the garage, or into the van for a gig. The solid-state power section is a massive 200 watts, enough to handle stages of all sizes. The 15" custom Eminence speaker delivers warm, rich tone and deep bass.

Super Grit Technology/3-Band EQ

Clean sound is great for Sunday morning jam sessions, but when it’s time to kick it up a notch, the Rocket Bass is ready. The Super Grit overdrive provides more punch; the 3-band EQ and Ultra Hi/Ultra Lo switches make it easy to add your own sonic flavor to the mix.

Versatile Inputs and Outputs

Plug the 115 directly to a mixing board with the XLR out, or connect another cabinet with the extension speaker input. This Ampeg also offers an effects loop, auxiliary input and headphone output.

Vintage Style

Streamlined ’60s style puts the focus right where it should be—on stellar bass tone. The Rocket Bass RB-115 features easily accessible top-mounted controls and a classic vintage design that sets the stage perfectly for laying down bass grooves from any era.
Ampeg Rocket Bass RB-115 200W 1x15 Bass Combo Amp Black and Silver
Ampeg Rocket Bass RB-115 200W 1x15 Bass Combo Amp Black and Silver
Ampeg Rocket Bass RB-115 200W 1x15 Bass Combo Amp Black and Silver

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  • 200 watts
  • 15" Custom Eminence speaker
  • Ampeg Legacy preamp with 3-band EQ
  • Footswitchable SGT overdrive
  • Auxiliary input and headphone output
  • Effects loop
  • Extension speaker and XLR direct outputs
  • 34 lb. (15.45 kg)

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200 watts 15" Custom Eminence speaker Ampeg Legacy preamp with 3-band EQ Footswitchable SGTTM overdrive Auxiliary input and headphone output Effects loop Extension speaker and XLR direct outputs 34 lb. (15.45 kg)

collapse expand iconWarranty

On May 1st, 2009, the Mackie, TAPCO, Crate, Blackheart and Ampeg websites will be updated with the addition of warranty URLs (e.g. www.mackie.com/warranty) expressing new A Stock warranty terms. These warranty URLs will go live on May 1st, 2009. Formerly, warranty periods for these LOUD brands appeared in a variety of locations – in product manuals (for Mackie and TAPCO) and on warranty cards and hang tags (for Crate, Blackheart and Ampeg). In order to streamline and clarify this process, Mackie, TAPCO, Crate, Blackheart and Ampeg warranty periods and terms will be communicated in full on the warranty pages. Any LOUD products purchased prior to May 1st will bear with them the manufacturer’s warranty as predates the new policy. Moving through this transition, in order for customers to obtain warranty service, both the sales receipt and a physical copy of the (older) warranty statement will be required by our Service and Support departments in order to issue Service Requests, etc. If the product was purchased on or after May 1st, 2009, but a physical copy of the older warranty terms is not presented, the new warranty terms and periods will apply. Meanwhile, the products that bear with them the new warranty periods (as reflected in the box contents of each product) are being tracked by serial #, and contain new warranty content referring customers to the appropriate brand website. The information below reflects the product warranty periods that will be effective on May 1st, 2009 for the Mackie, TAPCO, Crate, Blackheart and Ampeg brands: Mackie: A 3-year, nontransferable, inclusive warranty on electronics and a 2-year, nontransferable, inclusive warranty on drivers (where applicable) apply to loudspeakers (active and passive), power amps, powered mixers, and HR studio monitors. Specific models under this warranty include all SRM, HD, SA, C and S Series Speakers, all FRS Amplifiers, all HRmk2 Studio Monitors. A 1-year, all inclusive, nontransferable warranty applies to all mixers, MR Studio Monitors, Control Surfaces, Processors (digital), MR Studio Monitors, Control Surfaces, Audio/MIDI Interfaces, other SR & Recording Products. Specific product models under this warranty include all Onyx Compact, 4-bus and 8-bus, all VLZ3, all PPM, all ProFX, all CFXmk2 Mixers, all MR Studio Monitors, Big Knob, Onyx 800R, all MCU Pro family. Tapco: A 1-year, all inclusive, nontransferable warranty applies to all products and all models. Crate: A 1-year, nontransferable warranty applies to electronics and speakers on all models of MI amps, cabinets, and combos. 90-day warranty on all tubes Blackheart: A 1-year, nontransferable warranty applies to electronics and speakers on all models of MI amps, cabinets, and combos. 90-day warranty on tubes. Ampeg: A 5-year, nontransferable warranty on electronics and a 2-year, nontransferable warranty on speakers apply to all SVT Classic and Pro Series, MI amps and cabinets. A 2-year, nontransferable warranty on electronics and a 2-year, nontransferable warranty on speakers apply to all B Series, all Diamond Blue, and all BA combo amps. 90-day warranty on tubes.

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4.56

9 Reviews

89%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend

Filters
Best Uses
  1. Home Studio6
  2. Performances6
  3. Amateur Recording4
  4. Outdoor Events / Games4
  5. Professional Recording2
Cons
  1. Limited Functions1
  2. Poor subwoofer quality1
Describe Yourself
  1. Experienced7
  2. Professional Musician2
Pros
  1. Excellent Sound9
  2. Easy To Use8
  3. Portable8
  4. Warm / Comfy8
  5. Good Power Output6
  • Great bass sound

    4

    submitted14 days ago

    byJerry

    fromOmaha Nebraska

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    When you plug in auxiliary jack, you can play along with music, and music comes out heavy on bass so it is easier to hear bass in auxiliary. Only con is that you can't control auxiliary with knobs. Can't control volume or bass or treble in auxiliary jack

  • I would not buy this product again

    2

    submitteda month ago

    byMatthew

    fromNorth Carolina

    I used this Ampeg RB-115 at home for bass practice. I rarely turned the volume past 50% and only played a couple times a week. I purchased this amp from GC in February of this year and I'm already having to get a repair ticket from Ampeg. It sounds like the speaker is going out. Crackling and on and off sound. At first I thought it was my pedals..but after connecting straight to the amp from my 5 string it definitely got problems...and that is a shame too because this amp is almost $600 and sounded good while it lasted. Just hope I can get them to fix it or I'm not paying for it !

  • RB-115

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted3 months ago

    byTravis

    fromLas Vegas, NV

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    I downsized from a 410 cab and 300 watt head a while ago, and got this to replace it. I like it - it reminds me of an Ampeg BA115AV I used to have. The RB-115 sounds good; it's also light and loud.

  • Good product, GC tried to pass floor model off as new.

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted2 years ago

    byThomas

    fromLouisville, Ky

    Submitted as part of a sweepstakes

    Gift for my son, who mainly uses it for practice now.

  • A professional grade bass at a great price

    5

    submitted3 years ago

    byFred

    fromOrlando FL

    Great little amp . Sounded better to me than The Fender Rumble of comprable power and speaker size

  • I would buy this Amp over and over

    5

    Verified BuyerVerified Buyer

    submitted3 years ago

    byStephen

    fromAtlanta, GA

    This plays great practicing at home, with the band and really kicks it at concerts !

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  • asked byTroy

    fromWilmington, DE

    What are the dimensions of this amp???

    What are the dimensions of this amp???

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    Height: 20.2" Width: 22.4" Depth: 13.9" Weight: 34.2 lbs.
  • asked byReed

    fromLa Veta, CA

    How well will the RB-115 cover the B-string of a 5-string bass?  Frequency response?

    How well will the RB-115 cover the B-string of a 5-string bass? Frequency response?

    Open Reply - Gear-Support
    Very well. They don't provide the spec.
  • asked byBill

    fromBirmingham, AL

    Does this amp have a cooling fan?

    Does this amp have a cooling fan?

    Open Reply - Beau
    No, it doesn't.
  • asked byRay

    fromLebanon Oregon

    Is this amp ported?

    Is this amp ported?

    Open Reply - Thomas
    No, it isn’t.
  • asked byJim

    fromundisclosed

    Does the Ampeg Rocket Bass amp RB115 have class D wiring? Thanks

    Does the Ampeg Rocket Bass amp RB115 have class D wiring? Thanks

    Open Reply - Thomas
    Ampeg doesn't say but at 34 lbs I would think so
  • asked byGlen

    fromMichigan

    Is there a handle? I don't see one in the pictures

    Is there a handle? I don't see one in the pictures

    Open Reply - Beau
    This bass amp does have a handle on top.