Ampeg Venture VB-88 Bass Speaker Cabinet

The Ampeg Venture VB-88 delivers the massive authority of a traditional “fridge” cabinet in an ultra-lightweight modern 8x8 design built for serious touring bass players.

• 800-watt RMS / 1600-watt Program bass speaker cabinet at 4 Ohms
• Loaded with 8 custom-voiced 8" Lavoce neodymium woofers and a high-frequency driver
• Front-ported cabinet design for deep low-end response and punchy attack
• Ultra-lightweight construction weighing only approximately 67 lb
• Modern touring design with carbon fiber-style Tolex and kick-back dolly casters

The Venture VB-88 represents a modern evolution of the classic large-format Ampeg bass cabinet. Built as a highly portable alternative to traditional “fridge” style rigs, it delivers the punch, authority, and physical stage presence bass players expect from Ampeg while dramatically reducing overall weight and transport complexity.

Its eight custom-voiced 8" Lavoce neodymium woofers produce fast transient response, focused low-end punch, and exceptional articulation across a wide frequency range. The cabinet retains the immediacy and impact of a large professional bass rig while adding greater clarity and definition for modern performance environments.

The integrated high-frequency driver features a variable attenuator that allows players to precisely control top-end presence and articulation. Whether dialing in warm vintage-inspired tones or modern high-fidelity stage clarity, the Venture VB-88 remains highly responsive and adaptable.

The front-ported cabinet design enhances low-frequency extension while maintaining excellent projection and stage definition. Combined with its rugged lightweight construction, kick-back dolly-style casters, towel bar, and carbon fiber-style Tolex covering, the Venture VB-88 is purpose-built for modern touring bass workflows.

For bass players who want the authority of a large Ampeg rig without hauling oversized traditional cabinets, the Venture VB-88 stands as one of the most advanced and portable high-performance bass cabinets Ampeg has ever produced.

Key Features

• 800 Watts RMS / 1600 Watts Program power handling
• 8 custom-voiced 8" Lavoce neodymium woofers
• High-frequency compression driver with variable attenuator
• Front-ported cabinet design
• Ultra-lightweight construction
• Approximate Weight: 67 lb
• Carbon fiber-style Tolex covering
• Modern blacked-out Ampeg logo
• Kick-back dolly-style casters
• Integrated towel bar
• Dual Neutrik speakON combination input jacks
• Professional touring-grade cabinet construction

Key Specifications

• Power Handling: 800 Watts RMS / 1600 Watts Program
• Impedance: 4 Ohms
• Speaker Configuration: 8 x 8" Lavoce neodymium woofers
• High-Frequency Driver: Compression tweeter with variable attenuator
• Frequency Response: 28 Hz – 17.4 kHz
• Weight: Approx. 67 lb

Full Specifications

• Model: Venture VB-88
• Series: Venture
• Cabinet Type: Bass Speaker Cabinet
• Power Handling: 800 Watts RMS / 1600 Watts Program
• System Impedance: 4 Ohms
• Frequency Response: 28 Hz – 17.4 kHz
• Speaker Configuration: 8 custom-voiced 8" Lavoce neodymium woofers
• High-Frequency Driver: Compression tweeter
• Variable high-frequency attenuator
• Front-ported cabinet design
• Rugged birch baffle board construction
• Carbon fiber-style Tolex covering
• Modern blacked-out Ampeg logo
• Detachable black cloth grille assembly
• Compatible with optional Portaflex-style grille
• Dual Neutrik speakON combination input jacks
• Kick-back dolly-style casters
• Integrated towel bar
• Approximate Weight: 67 lb
• Designed for professional stage and touring bass applications

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