Reviewer Brad *******
Experience 15+
Review date January 17 2003
Manufacturer Stewart Audio
Model World 2.1
Price US$770
Item owned for NF

Dimensions 2U high, 19" wide, 15.3" deep
Weight 17 lbs.
Power 400W x 2 @ 8 Ohms, 2100W bridged mono @ 4 Ohms
Other
Great, great piece. Has everything an amp needs for the working bassist. Best feature is dual mono design. You can run your upright through channel one to a 1x12 and run your electric through channel two and into a completely different cabinet. Has more than enough power available to deal with any and all environments you are likely to encounter.

Very light and sturdy. Unfortunately no Neutrik speakon outs but not a big deal there. Does draw a little more than 10 amps on average when you first plug it in. I somehow blew a breaker at the club I used it at when I first got it. It hasn't happened again however. The lack of a limiting circuit is two-sided. I have found that it makes for a great sound but I find myself eyeing the LED's to make sure I am not clipping.

Great match with my Demeter and Raven Labs pre's. If you're looking for an amp that's easy on the ears AND the back, this is it. Some think it could be a little pricey but I believe they're definitely worthy. Find one!

Construction 98%
(Very light and suprisingly solid)
Clarity 100%
(Very detailed, dynamic, and musical)
Volume 100%
(More than enough)
Value 98%
(Play the "find-the-best-price" game!)
Overall 98%
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