Warwick launches affordable, super-compact Gnome bass amp heads
3 versions available, with USB interfaces and up to 280W output

Warwick has announced the Gnome series of bass amp heads, which promise big output from compact, lightweight enclosures.
Three versions are available: the 200W Gnome; the USB interface-equipped Gnome i; and the Gnome i Pro, which also features the USB out, but ups the output to 280W.
All three are solid-state designs, bolstered by class D power amps, and feature a three-band EQ with +/- 15dB of boost per band, as well as gain and master controls.
Around the rear of the amps is a post-EQ XLR DI output with switchable ground lift, speaker output, on/off switch and USB output (i amps only).
The Gnome line-up launches in September, starting at €149.90 (approx $175). See Warwick for more info.
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