9 Best guitar bass amplifiers preamps of 2026

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Palmer

Palmer POCKET AMP BASS Portable Bass Preamp (PEPAMPBASS)
9.9

Exceptional

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Monoprice
Monoprice 5-Watt, 1x8 Guitar Combo Tube Amplifier with Celestion Speaker - Stage Right Series
Main highlights

Key Features
5-watt tube amp with ECC83/12AX7 and 6V6GT tubes, Celestion speaker, 80Hz-10kHz frequency range, -75dB hum/noise, and 0.5% THD for superior sound quality.

Ideal Use Cases
Perfect for small gigs, studio recording, and home practice, offering rich tube tones and easy overdrive at manageable volumes.

Customer Praise
Most reviews highlight its warm, authentic tube sound and the quality build as the amplifier`s standout features.
9.7

Exceptional

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9.9
Sound level

9.3
worth the money

8.9
materials Quality
3

Fender

Fender Rumble 15 V3 Bass Amp for Bass Guitar, 15 Watts, with 2-Year Warranty 6 Inch Speaker, with Overdrive Circuit and Mid-Scoop Contour Switch
9.4

Excellent

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9.7
worth the money

9.7
movability

9.5
Sound level
4

Fender

Fender Rumble 25 V3 Bass Amplifier, Bass Combo Amp, 25 Watts, with 2-Year Warranty, 8 Inch Speaker, with Overdrive Circuit and Mid-Scoop Contour Switch
9.1

Excellent

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9.9
Maneuverability

9.7
worth the money

9.7
movability
5

TC Electronic

TC Electronic THRUST BQ250 250 Watt Portable Bass Head with Mosfet Preamp and Thrust Compressor
9.0

Excellent

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LEKATO
LEKATO Guitar Headphone Amp,Micro Electric Guitar Headphone Amp for Electric Guitar&Bass Rechargeable Bass Headphone Amplifier for Practice with 5 Effects(Clean Chorus Overdrive Distortion and Wah)
Main highlights

Silent Play with Adjustable Volume
Our electric guitar headphone amplifier allows silent practice without disturbing others, featuring an adjustable volume switch for late-night jamming.

Versatile Practice Tool
Ideal for practicing electric, bass, and electric acoustic guitars, this amp is perfect for children, friends, family, or lovers who are guitar enthusiasts.

Ease of Use and Bluetooth Connectivity
Customers appreciate its simplicity and Bluetooth input for playing along with tracks, making it a great practice tool with five sound modes.
Key specs
- connector type:3.5mm Jack
- controls:VOL switch
- power source:Battery Powered
- weight:5.6 ounces
- dimensions:4.29 x 3.27 x 2.72 inches
8.9

Very Good

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9.9
movability

9.7
Simple to use

9.3
Battery Duration
7

JOYO

JOYO 30W Bass Amp Portable Combo Amplifier 4" Speaker with Bluetooth 5.1 + OTG Direct Recording | 3-Band EQ + Compressor | Headphone Practice for Bassist Livestream Solo Gigs (Vibe Cube BA-30, Black)
8.8

Very Good

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8

LEKATO

LEKATO Mini Electric Guitar Amp 5W, Portable Guitar Amp Bluetooth with Built-in 4 Effects, Clean Distortion Overdrive Reverb, Rechargeable Small Amplifier for Practice, Black (JA-05G)
8.7

Very Good

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9

CXLWZ
CXLWZ Electric Guitar Amp 20 Watt Amplifier Portable Amp with Headphone Input Gain Powe Including Professional Noise Reduction Cable （Black）
Main highlights

Professional Sound and Versatility
This 20-watt amplifier delivers clear, crisp sound with noise-cancelling features, perfect for practice and performance.

Ideal for Beginners and Small Spaces
Compact and lightweight, perfect for beginners or small rehearsal spaces.

Praised for Durability and Price
Customers love its durability and value, especially for beginners.
Key specs
- connector type:3.5mm Jack
- controls:Gain, bass, treble, volume
- power source:Corded Electric
- weight:6.2 pounds
- dimensions:12.1 x 5.28 x 11.81 inches
8.6

Very Good

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9 Best guitar bass amplifiers preamps of 2026

1

Palmer POCKET AMP BASS Portable Bass Preamp (PEPAMPBASS)

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2

Monoprice 5-Watt, 1x8 Guitar Combo Tube Amplifier with Celestion Speaker - Stage Right Series

9.9

9.3

8.9

3

Fender Rumble 15 V3 Bass Amp for Bass Guitar, 15 Watts, with 2-Year Warranty 6 Inch Speaker, with Overdrive Circuit and Mid-Scoop Contour Switch

9.7

9.7

9.5

4

Fender Rumble 25 V3 Bass Amplifier, Bass Combo Amp, 25 Watts, with 2-Year Warranty, 8 Inch Speaker, with Overdrive Circuit and Mid-Scoop Contour Switch

9.9

9.7

9.7

5

TC Electronic THRUST BQ250 250 Watt Portable Bass Head with Mosfet Preamp and Thrust Compressor

6

LEKATO Guitar Headphone Amp,Micro Electric Guitar Headphone Amp for Electric Guitar&Bass Rechargeable Bass Headphone Amplifier for Practice with 5 Effects(Clean Chorus Overdrive Distortion and Wah)

9.9

9.7

9.3

7

JOYO 30W Bass Amp Portable Combo Amplifier 4" Speaker with Bluetooth 5.1 + OTG Direct Recording | 3-Band EQ + Compressor | Headphone Practice for Bassist Livestream Solo Gigs (Vibe Cube BA-30, Black)

8

LEKATO Mini Electric Guitar Amp 5W, Portable Guitar Amp Bluetooth with Built-in 4 Effects, Clean Distortion Overdrive Reverb, Rechargeable Small Amplifier for Practice, Black (JA-05G)

9

CXLWZ Electric Guitar Amp 20 Watt Amplifier Portable Amp with Headphone Input Gain Powe Including Professional Noise Reduction Cable （Black）

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