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Phil Jones Bass Compact 4 4 x 5-inch 400-watt Bass Cabinet - Black

400-watt, 8-ohm, 4 x 5" Compact Bass Cabinet with Piranha Drivers and Ferrite Magnets - Black
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Small Frame, Big Bite!

A condensed bass cabinet design with unwavering performance is just what the doctor ordered, and the PJB Compact 4 has the remedy! This cab packs in a quartet of 5-inch speakers boasting supreme Piranha drivers with ferrite magnets and a dual-ported front design for the ultimate combination of tonal range, convictive attack, and authoritative presence. Bassists around Sweetwater love its effortless and characterful 400-watt translation of their bass tones! The Compact 4 doesn’t require a lot of real estate, either, making for simplified stacking, stage and studio space efficiency, and total ease of transport with its integrated heavy-duty carrying handle. Finally, it’s incredibly well protected thanks to an all-Baltic birch framework, ultra-tough internal bracing, and corners of chrome-plated steel. As the saying goes, good things come in small packages — the PJB Compact 4 is proof positive!

High-impact sonic supremacy

The Compact 4’s remarkable sound design ensures stunning performance regardless of the space. Driven by four 5-inch Piranha drivers, its 400-watt response is nothing short of spectacular. Aided by a pair of offset ports aside the grille, this high-caliber quartet boosts your signal to monumental levels, delivering plentiful projection and presence. But power is only half of the equation. Each speaker is awarded clear, spirited tonality by way of a ferrite magnet and also comes engineered within an internal bracing design that drastically reduces signal coloration. Studio-grade translation that’s fit for the big stage? You bet.

Resilient, space-saving build

Given its space-efficient design, it’s remarkable how well the Compact 4 can generate such power and transparency. At barely over a foot wide in every dimension, it easily packs one of the biggest punches you’ll find in a small-frame cab. Valuable studio space, crowded basement corners, and small stages present no snags for the Compact 4. Additionally, when you hit the road, you can rest easy knowing that this cab won’t give in to the rigors of transport and load-outs. Armed with a heavy-duty handle, steadfast Baltic birch framework, and chrome-plated steel corners, the hearty Compact 4 carries easily and handles par-for-the-course bumps and dings like a champ.

Phil Jones Bass: a saga of superior sound

From his first bass, amp, and speaker cabinet builds in 1968 to the founding of multiple internationally acclaimed sound design ventures, London-born Phil Jones has seen it all when it comes to crafting the finest examples of premiere audio performance. Founded in 2002, Phil Jones Bass takes Phil’s love for the 4-string and his drive for sonic refinement and perfection to new heights with the development of top-shelf amplifiers, cabinets, preamps, and more. Equipped to serve bassists with remarkable tone through proprietary technology, equally noteworthy quality, and versatility, PJB products set the bass bar extremely high. Hear the PJB difference for yourself today!

Phil Jones Bass Compact 4 4 x 5-inch 400-watt Bass Cabinet Features:

  • High-performance bass cabinet for stage and studio usage
  • Small footprint is perfect for studios, crowded spaces, and stages of any size
  • 4 x 5-inch speakers with Piranha drivers and ferrite magnets provide transparent bass and amp tones
  • 8-ohm, 400-watt RMS power handling supplies an enormous presence for its size
  • Dual front ports aid this cab's massively projective nature
  • Extra-tough Baltic birch framework and chrome-plated steel corners promise maximum protection
  • Internal bracing design eliminates signal coloration

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Tech Specs

  • Type: Bass Cabinet
  • Configuration: 4 x 5"
  • Speakers: Piranha drivers
  • Power Handling: 400W RMS
  • Impedance: 8 ohms
  • Frequency Response: 30Hz-15kHz
  • Inputs: 1 x SpeakON
  • Outputs: 1 x SpeakON (link)
  • Cabinet Type: Straight
  • Open/Closed Back: Closed
  • Height: 13.4"
  • Width: 14.2"
  • Depth: 12.4"
  • Weight: 29 lbs.
  • Manufacturer Part Number: C4 BLK

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Rated 5/5
Phil Jones Bass Compact 4 4 x 5-inch 400-watt Bass Cabinet - Black
I had a bunch of Phil Jones gear some years ago and wasn't totally thrilled with it so it all went away. When Sweetwater started carrying it, I noticed that the drivers appeared to be different from the ones I used to have. I always liked the idea of the small drivers and these new ones seem to have been redesigned, I'm not sure.

Anyway, I decided to give this cab a shot. The size is perfect for the jazz I do in small venues. I used it in my teaching studio for a week and was impressed with the sound quality. I then took if on a three gig weekend out of town powering it with an 800w GRBass head. It worked great and sounded great. We even have live video from one of the gigs so I can hear how it was sounding and I'm happy with it. Plenty of volume, plenty of low end.

I also want to mention the build quality, which is exceptional. It's built like a tank. Every detail is as it should be. If you look close, even the hex screws used are top notch. It's not light weight even though it's small, but at about 30lbs, it's not bad.

If you don't feel a need to follow the crowd, I would definitely recommend this cabinet and Phil's other gear.
Music background: Pro teacher and player
Rated 5/5
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I've used the big brother to this cab before (PJB Compact 8), so I already knew what to expect. This cab does not dissapoint. I wanted a smaller, lighter rig for practice and small gigs than the combo I was using, and I wanted to be able to use my GB Streamliner 600, so I bought the Compact 4 to pair with it and the sound is fantastic. Don't think for one second the C4 can't hold it's own with bulkier and heavier 2x10" cabs, cause it can. With proper EQ and realistic expectations, this thing WILL absolutely keep up with a band. Just be aware that the cab itself is uncolored and relatively flat in it's response, so what you put into is what you get out of it. That said, it handles tube amps and my HX Stomp/pedalboard amp well. I play 5-string too, and the B string poses no problem to the Compact 4. If you're looking for a big sound with a small footprint, PJB C4 to the rescue. Big shout out to my long time sales engineer Jon Krempel for taking care of this and every other Sweetwater order so quickly and efficiently!
Music background: Bassist for 30+ years
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