Hiwatt Bulldog 440 Studio 500W Bass Amplifier Head with 7 Band Graphic EQ, Black, BD440STUDIO

The Hiwatt Bulldog 440 Studio delivers legendary British bass tone with modern convenience in a powerful 500-watt package. This professional-grade bass amplifier head features the iconic analogue clear-voiced preamp that has made Hiwatt a favorite among touring and recording artists worldwide. The newly engineered lightweight Class D output section provides 400 watts of reliable power while maintaining the signature Hiwatt Clean sound that bass players have trusted for decades. Shape your tone with precision using the 2-band EQ for broad tonal control, complemented by a bypassable 7-band graphic EQ that allows for detailed sound sculpting. Active and passive input levels ensure seamless integration with your signal chain, regardless of your bass or effects setup. The rugged metal housing is built for the road and accepts rack ears for convenient 3U rack mounting. Professional connectivity options include DI XLR output, line out, and multiple speaker outputs for versatile setup configurations. Whether you're in the studio or on stage, the Bulldog 440 Studio combines time-tested British engineering with modern features to deliver exceptional bass amplification. LEGENDARY HIWATT CLEAN TONE: Analogue clear-voiced preamp delivers the iconic British bass tone trusted by touring and recording artists worldwide. POWERFUL CLASS D OUTPUT: 500W lightweight Class D amplifier section provides high-headroom performance with exceptional clarity and punch for any venue. COMPREHENSIVE EQ CONTROLS: 2-band EQ for tone shaping plus bypassable 7-band graphic EQ allows precise surgical sculpting of your bass sound. VERSATILE CONNECTIVITY: Features active and passive input levels, DI XLR output, line out, and multiple speaker outputs for flexible signal chain integration. RACK-READY CONSTRUCTION: Rugged metal housing with 3U rack-mountable design (rack ears included), measuring 20.08 x 7.09 x 13.98 inches and weighing 11.02 pounds. PROFESSIONAL TOURING PEDIGREE: Built on decades of Hiwatt legacy trusted by professional touring and recording bass players worldwide.