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Seymour Duncan PowerStage 700 vs Seymour Duncan PowerStage 700 Bass, 120V
The PowerStage 700 is a compact power amplifier designed to pair with existing preamps or pedalboards, while the PowerStage 700 Bass is a complete amplifier head with its own preamp and comprehensive connectivity built in. Choose the PowerStage 700 if you already have tone-shaping gear and want minimal footprint; choose the PowerStage 700 Bass if you need an all-in-one, road-ready solution.
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Specs side by side
| Seymour Duncan PowerStage 700 | Seymour Duncan PowerStage 700 Bass, 120V | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $699.00 | $699.00 |
| Brand | Seymour Duncan | Seymour Duncan |
| Condition | New | New |
Why choose Seymour Duncan PowerStage 700
- ✓ Two-thirds rack-space footprint fits on pedalboards or atop existing amps
- ✓ Works as power amp only—lets your preamp or pedalboard shape tone
- ✓ Integrated analog speaker emulation (True Cab Circuitry) reduces need for external cabinets
- ✓ 3-band global EQ for quick surgical tone adjustments
Why choose Seymour Duncan PowerStage 700 Bass, 120V
- ✓ Complete amplifier head with discrete transistor preamp already included
- ✓ Five-band EQ with sweepable mid controls for detailed tone shaping
- ✓ Comprehensive I/O: XLR DI, effects loop, headphone jack, multiple speaker outputs, auxiliary input
- ✓ Rugged metal chassis (11" × 7.5" × 2.25") purpose-built for gigging and touring
Frequently asked questions
Do I need external cabinets or additional gear with either unit?
The PowerStage 700 includes analog speaker emulation (True Cab Circuitry) and works as a power amp, so you pair it with your existing preamp or pedalboard. The PowerStage 700 Bass is a complete head with preamp built in and includes XLR DI output, so you can go direct to a mixer without a cab if needed.
What's the difference in EQ control?
The PowerStage 700 has a 3-band global EQ (treble, mid, bass). The PowerStage 700 Bass offers five-band EQ with sweepable low-mid and high-mid controls, giving more detailed frequency shaping for live sound refinement.
Which is better for a pedalboard setup?
The PowerStage 700 is designed specifically for pedalboard integration with its two-thirds rack-space footprint. The PowerStage 700 Bass is a traditional amp head better suited to standing alone or sitting on a cabinet, though it can connect to a pedalboard via its instrument input.
Are they both suitable for touring?
Both deliver 700W at 4 ohms and are lightweight by power-amp standards. The PowerStage 700 Bass is marketed as road-ready with a rugged metal chassis; the PowerStage 700 is more portable for compact rigs but requires a separate preamp or pedalboard to function.