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At A Glance
- Preamp Power Amp
- All-tube 2 x 6V6
- Output Power Rating
- 20 Watts @ 4 Ω, 10%THD
- Signal to Noise Ratio
- 60 dB (20 Hz-20 kHz, unweighted)
- Maximum Gain
- Input: 54 dB
- Tone Controls
- Bass: +8/-12dB@50 Hz | Midrange: +5/-15 dB @ 550 Hz | Treble: +13/-20 dB @ 4 kHz
- Power Requirements
- 120VAC, 60 Hz, 50W | 100VAC, 50-60 Hz, 50W | 220-240VAC, 50-60 Hz, 50W
- Size (H x W x D
- 7.3 in x 13.0 in x 10.4 in | 185 mm x 330 mm x 264 mm
- Weight
- 15.2 lb / 6.9 kg (approximately)
- Type
- Bass Amplifier Head
- Output Power
- 50W
- Tube Configuration
- All-tube
Ampeg produced the PF-50T-U as part of the Portaflex line — an all-tube bass amplifier head rated at 50 watts. The unit was positioned as a compact, portable option for players seeking the harmonic character associated with Ampeg's tube-based designs, and it carried forward the Portaflex name and its associated engineering approach.
The amplifier runs an all-tube signal path, delivering 50 watts of output power. It incorporates a user-adjustable bias control to simplify tube replacement without requiring a technician for routine maintenance. For routing flexibility, the PF-50T-U provides both preamp-level and transformer-balanced direct outputs. Notably, the unit does not require a connected speaker load to operate, making it usable for silent recording sessions or as a dedicated tube DI box. Power requirements cover three mains standards: 120VAC/60Hz, 100VAC/50–60Hz, and 220–240VAC/50–60Hz, each at 50W draw. The unit measures 7.3 in × 13.0 in × 10.4 in (185 mm × 330 mm × 264 mm) and weighs approximately 15.2 lb (6.9 kg).
Owners sourcing replacement tubes, bias-adjustment components, or direct-output cabling should consult a qualified amplifier technician to confirm current tube types and safe operating parameters before servicing.
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