The Orange Crush Bass 25 is a compact 25-watt bass combo designed for home practice, lessons, warm-ups and lower-volume playing, combining the familiar Orange look with a surprisingly flexible analogue preamp.

A custom 8" speaker sits in a rear-ported cabinet to help produce more low-end depth than its compact dimensions might suggest, while the active 3-band EQ includes a sweepable parametric mid control for much more precise tone shaping than is normally found on a small practice amplifier.

A built-in chromatic tuner, Aux input and CabSim-equipped headphone output make the Crush Bass 25 particularly convenient for everyday practice.

This Pre-Owned example is in Very Good condition.

AT A GLANCE

Detail	Specification
Brand	Orange
Model	Crush Bass 25
Type	Bass Guitar Combo
Power	25 Watts
Speaker	1x 8"
EQ	Active 3-Band with Parametric Mid
Condition	Very Good / Pre-Owned

PRE-OWNED CONDITION REPORT

This is a Pre-Owned Orange Crush Bass 25 in Very Good condition.

The Very Good condition grade reflects an amplifier that has been well looked after overall while showing the light signs of previous use expected from Pre-Owned equipment.

KEY FEATURES

• 25-watt bass combo

• Custom 8" speaker

• Fully analogue signal path

• Rear-ported cabinet

• Active 3-band EQ

• Sweepable parametric mid control

• -6dB input pad

• Built-in chromatic tuner

• Aux input

• CabSim headphone output

• Compact practice-friendly format

• Classic Orange styling

• Very Good Pre-Owned condition

WHY YOU'LL LOVE IT

The Crush Bass 25 is compact enough for home use but provides significantly more tone-shaping control than many basic practice amps.

The sweepable midrange is particularly useful because it lets you choose which mid frequencies to boost or cut rather than relying on a fixed Mid control. That means you can move from warmer vintage-style bass tones to tighter and more articulate modern sounds without adding external EQ.

The Aux input and headphone output also make it a particularly practical everyday practice amplifier.

DETAILED FEATURES & BENEFITS

25-Watt Output

The 25-watt output is designed primarily for practice, lessons, backstage warm-ups and lower-volume playing, providing enough level for comfortable home use without requiring a large cabinet.

Custom 8" Speaker

A custom-designed 8" speaker provides the compact footprint required from a practice combo while still producing a useful bass response.

Ported Cabinet

The rear-ported cabinet helps extend the low-frequency response and gives the amplifier a fuller sound than a similarly sized sealed enclosure.

Fully Analogue Signal Path

Orange uses an all-analogue signal path in the Crush Bass 25, giving the amplifier a direct and responsive feel without relying on digital amp modelling.

Active Three-Band EQ

Bass, Middle and Treble controls provide broad tone shaping, with the active circuit allowing useful boost and cut across the frequency range.

Parametric Mid Control

The dedicated Frequency control lets you select the part of the midrange affected by the Middle control.

This is especially useful for bass because midrange adjustment can dramatically change whether a sound feels warm, scooped, aggressive or prominent in a mix.

-6dB Input Pad

A switchable -6dB pad helps accommodate hotter bass signals, including instruments with higher-output or active electronics.

Built-In Chromatic Tuner

The integrated chromatic tuner means there is no need for a separate tuner during everyday practice.

CabSim Headphone Output

The headphone output incorporates Orange CabSim speaker emulation, allowing silent practice with a more natural cabinet-style response than a completely dry headphone signal.

Aux Input

The Aux input allows an external music source to be connected so you can practise along with tracks, lessons or backing music.

WHO IS IT FOR?

The Orange Crush Bass 25 is particularly well suited to beginners, home players, students and experienced bassists looking for a compact practice amplifier.

It also makes an excellent secondary amp for players who already own a larger live rig but want something smaller and easier to use around the house.

PLAYING STYLES & APPLICATIONS

The flexible parametric EQ allows the Crush Bass 25 to work across rock, indie, blues, funk, pop, metal and general bass practice.

Warmer EQ settings can produce a rounded vintage-style sound, while carefully boosting higher mids can add definition and attack for more modern bass tones.

HOW IT COMPARES

Crush Bass 25 vs Crush Bass 50

The Crush Bass 25 is the more compact home-practice option. The Crush Bass 50 increases power and speaker size while also adding additional features for louder rehearsal and performance situations.

Crush Bass 25 vs Basic Practice Amp

Many small bass amps offer only simple fixed EQ controls. The Crush Bass 25 adds active EQ and a sweepable parametric midrange, giving considerably more control over the final sound.

Crush Bass 25 vs Guitar Practice Amp

Bass frequencies place very different demands on speakers and cabinets. The Crush Bass 25 is specifically designed for bass guitar, with an 8" bass speaker and ported enclosure engineered for low-frequency reproduction.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS

Specification	Details
Product Type	Bass Guitar Combo Amplifier
Brand	Orange
Model	Crush Bass 25
Amplifier Type	Solid State / Analogue
Output Power	25 Watts
Speaker	1x 8"
Cabinet	Rear Ported
EQ	Active 3-Band
Parametric Mid	Yes
Controls	Bass, Frequency, Middle, Treble, Volume
Input Pad	-6dB Switch
Tuner	Built-In Chromatic
Aux Input	Yes
Headphone Output	Yes
Cabinet Simulation	Orange CabSim
Approx. Dimensions	32.5 x 36.5 x 23.5cm
Approx. Manufacturer Weight	18.26 lbs
Condition	Very Good / Pre-Owned

POWER REQUIREMENTS

The Orange Crush Bass 25 is a mains-powered bass amplifier.

It does not require batteries.

FAIR DEAL MUSIC EXPERT VERDICT ★★★★★

Best suited for: Home practice, bass lessons, beginners and players looking for a compact second amplifier.

Customers usually upgrade from: Starter-pack bass amps, very small practice combos and basic headphone-only practice solutions.

Most commonly paired with: 4-string and 5-string basses, headphones, Aux-connected backing tracks and compact pedalboards.

Our tip: Spend some time with the Frequency and Middle controls together. The parametric mid section is one of the Crush Bass 25's strongest features and can completely change the character of the amp.

Showroom feedback: The Crush Bass 25 is a very practical small bass combo because it combines straightforward operation with unusually useful tone shaping for its size.

WHY BUY PRE-OWNED FROM FAIR DEAL MUSIC?

Buying a Pre-Owned Orange Crush Bass 25 can provide excellent value for players looking for a compact, well-equipped bass practice amplifier.

This example is in Very Good condition.

Fair Deal Music has decades of experience buying, selling and part-exchanging bass amplifiers, basses and other musical equipment.

WHY BUY FROM FAIR DEAL MUSIC?

When you buy from Fair Deal Music, you're choosing one of the UK's most established, independent family run music retailers since 1987.

Fair Deal Music combines a large Birmingham showroom with nationwide ecommerce and knowledgeable musician-led advice.

Customers benefit from:

• Family-run independent retailer established in 1987

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• Extensive experience with Orange and Pre-Owned amplifiers

• Large Birmingham showroom

• Secure online ordering

• Fast UK delivery

• Friendly customer support

• Part-exchange and trade-in service

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Your current bass, amplifier or other musical equipment could help towards the cost of this Orange Crush Bass 25.

Fair Deal Music buys and part-exchanges basses, guitars, amplifiers, effects, keyboards and a wide range of other musical equipment.

Contact our team for a no-obligation valuation.

PART EXCHANGE / TRADE-IN

If you already own an amplifier or other equipment you are considering replacing, Fair Deal Music can assess it for part exchange against this Orange Crush Bass 25.

Trading in can remove the inconvenience of selling privately while allowing the value of your current equipment to go directly towards your next purchase.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Is this Orange Crush Bass 25 used?

Yes. This is a Pre-Owned Orange Crush Bass 25 in Very Good condition.

How powerful is it?

It delivers 25 watts.

What speaker does it use?

It has a custom 8" speaker.

Is it suitable for home practice?

Yes. Home practice is one of its primary applications.

Can it be used with a 5-string bass?

Yes. It can be used with 5-string basses, although the compact 8" speaker will not reproduce extremely deep low frequencies in the same way as a larger bass cabinet.

Does it have an active input?

It has a -6dB input pad, which is useful for hotter signals such as many active basses.

What EQ controls does it have?

It has active Bass, Middle and Treble EQ plus a Frequency control for selecting the centre frequency of the midrange.

What is a parametric mid control?

It lets you choose which part of the midrange is being boosted or cut, providing much more precise tonal control than a conventional fixed Mid knob.

Does it have a tuner?

Yes. A chromatic tuner is built in.

Can I practise with headphones?

Yes. It has a headphone output with Orange CabSim speaker emulation.

Can I connect a phone or music player?

Yes. The Aux input can be used for playing along with external audio sources.

Is the amplifier digital?

The main amplifier signal path is fully analogue.

Does it have built-in distortion?

The Crush Bass 25 does not have the Blend/Gain overdrive circuit found on the larger Crush Bass 50 and 100 models.

Does it have an effects loop?

No. The Crush Bass 25 does not include an effects loop.

Does it have a DI output?

No. A balanced DI output is not fitted to the Crush Bass 25.

What condition is this amplifier in?

This example is in Very Good condition.

Can I part-exchange another amplifier against it?

Yes. Fair Deal Music considers amplifiers and a wide range of other musical equipment for part exchange.