Asheville, NC – – Port City Amplification, a premier manufacturer of hand-wired tube amplifiers, today announced the release of the Tempest, the company’s first bass amplifier head. The 60-watt tube bass head combines vintage craftsmanship with modern versatility, delivering a wide range of tones for bassists across all genres.
Through a simple set of controls, the Tempest allows players to dial in everything from vintage warmth to modern punch. In addition to volume, treble, middle, and bass controls, the Tempest features a bright switch for enhanced treble shaping—making it equally at home in rock, jazz, funk, and experimental settings.
Key Features:
- Volume, treble, middle, and bass controls with bright switch
- 2 KT88 power tubes and 2 JJ 12AX7 preamp tubes
- 60-watt output with 4, 8, and 16 ohm impedance selector
- Solid state rectifier
- Line out for recording and PA integration
Hand-built in Asheville, North Carolina using premium components including Mallory capacitors, carbon film resistors, custom USA-made transformers, PVC-coated wire, and Switchcraft jacks, each Tempest is hand-wired to ensure maximum reliability and tone.
Pricing and Availability: The Port City Tempest is available now with a list price of $2,450.
Specifications: 20″W x 9″H x 8″D | 39 lbs
