Warwick Bass DS 300 - Double Stage 300W
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Essential Information About the Warwick Amplification DS 300 Double Stage Amp
- Dual channel: two independent channels to instantly switch from a precise clean sound to a more aggressive setting, with channel LED indicator.
- Compact power: Class D transistor amplification, 300 W at 4 ohms (180 W at 8 ohms) in an easy-to-carry format.
- Ready for stage and studio: symmetrical XLR DI output (Pre/Post EQ + Ground Lift), effects loop, line-out, and bi-amping options.
- Ultra modern: USB (audio interface) + Bluetooth, built-in tuner, 3-mode cabinet emulation, stereo headphone output for silent playing.
The DS "Double Stage" Series: The Warwick Spirit, Modern Version
With the DS series, Warwick Amplification offers a head amp designed for today's bassists: Class D power, precise control, and full connectivity. The DS 300 positions itself as the agile model in the Double Stage range, designed to multiply playing situations without multiplying gear: two channels, built-in compressor, immediately usable DI, and practical features (tuner, Bluetooth, USB) that save time in rehearsals and concerts.
Which Bassists and Contexts the DS 300 Excels In
The Warwick DS 300 is aimed at both intermediate bassists and seasoned musicians who want a reliable, clear, and controlled sound without complications. In rehearsal, its 300 W at 4 ohms provide a solid dynamic reserve with a suitable cabinet; on stage, the XLR DI (with Pre/Post EQ selection) allows sending a clean signal to the console while keeping your monitor via cabinet. In studio and at home, the USB interface, auxiliary input, and stereo headphone output facilitate recording, metronome work, or playing along with backing tracks.
Regarding styles, its "precision and attack" approach is particularly suited for music where the bass must remain clear: pop, funk, modern rock, gospel, metal, electro, or any genre requiring tight lows and well-defined mids. The dual channel is also ideal if you alternate fingerstyle/pick/slap or switch from a passive to an active bass during the set.
Two Channels, Compressor, USB/Bluetooth: A Head Designed to Get Straight to the Point
The DS 300 is based on a transistor design with Class D amplification, optimized to deliver power without unnecessary weight. Its front panel is designed to be readable live: stacked controls for Gain, Bass, Low Mids, High Mids, Treble, and Volume, with 4-band EQ and presets for the mids. You also have dedicated frequency selectors for low and high mids, very useful to adapt your place in the mix (scoop for slap, boost to cut through with a pick, tame stage resonance, etc.).
The built-in compressor helps stabilize attack and control level variations: level and intensity controls, plus an activation button on the front panel. Add to that a Mute function, a saturation indicator (Clip LED), and a tuner with tuning indicator: everything needed to manage a set stress-free.
The connectivity completes the picture: effects loop (Send/Return) with separate level controls, stereo auxiliary input, symmetrical XLR DI output with Ground Lift, Pre/Post EQ selection, as well as a cabinet emulator with three modes. For advanced setups, the line-out offers a Fullrange or Bi-Amp mode, and the amp provides two Speaker Twist speaker outputs. Finally, the modern features are fully embraced with Bluetooth for audio streaming and a USB-B port for direct integration into your production environment.
Sound Character: Precision, Punch, and Spectrum Control
Thanks to its transistor design and Class D power, the Warwick DS 300 favors a fast, tight, and articulated sound: tight lows, sharp attack, and excellent clarity when the band gets dense. The available headroom allows maintaining a solid clean tone, while gain and EQ settings (notably the mids with frequency selection) facilitate access to more aggressive and present sounds without losing note definition.
The cabinet emulation (3 modes) is a real asset for recording and DI: it helps achieve a more "mix-ready" signal on headphones or to the console, avoiding the sometimes too direct impression associated with line outputs. Finally, the dual channel becomes a musical tool: one channel can be set for a wide, dynamic clean sound, the other for a tighter/compact tone with compression and emphasized mids, ideal for parts that need to stand out.
Technical specifications
| Effects | Compressor, Preamp, Amp Simulator | Number of channels | 2 |
| Category | Bass amp head | EQ | 4 channels |
| Technology | Solid state | Headphone output | Yes |
| Effects loop | Yes | Color | Grey |
| Category | Amplifier | Power output | 300 W |
| Power | 300 W at 4 ohms / 180 W at 8 ohms | Tuner function | tuner button + tuning indicator (front panel) |
| Stacked front panel controls | Gain, Bass, Low Mids, High Mids, Treble, Volume | Cabinet emulator | selector with three modes (rear panel) |
| Built-in compressor | level and intensity controls (front panel) | ||
Questions frequently asked
What power does the Warwick Bass DS 300 deliver?
This head delivers 300 W at 4 ohms, featuring Class D amplification. Its two speaker outputs use the Speaker Twist format.
Can the DS 300 be used directly with a mixing console?
The balanced DI XLR output includes a Ground Lift and a Pre/Post EQ selection. The three-mode cabinet simulator allows the DI signal to be adapted for console use or recording.
What midrange controls are available?
The 4-band EQ includes separate controls for low and high mids. Dedicated frequency selectors allow targeting their specific range in the mix.
Is it possible to record and play with headphones using this bass head?
A USB-B port enables integration into a production environment. A stereo auxiliary input and a stereo headphone output are provided for working with backing tracks.
Are the compressor and tuner built-in?
The front panel includes a compressor with level and intensity controls, as well as an activation button. There is also a Mute function and a tuner with tuning indicator. The dual channel feature allows saving two distinct playing settings.
