Valeton RH-4 Rushead Bass Headphone Amplifier

Overview

The Valeton RH-4 Rushead Bass Headphone Amp is a compact rechargeable pocket amplifier designed for bass players who want convenient, private practice without carrying a traditional amplifier. It combines bass-oriented amp voicing with adjustable gain and tone controls, plus switchable chorus or reverb ambience for adding depth to your sound.

Its built-in rechargeable lithium battery provides up to five hours of continuous use, while the AUX IN connection lets you play along with backing tracks or music from an external audio player. The compact 97 x 65 x 42 mm design and 130 g weight make the RH-4 easy to carry for practice at home, while travelling, or anywhere you have a bass and headphones available.

Key Features

• Compact headphone amplifier designed specifically for bass.
• Amplifier voicings based on world-class amplifier models.
• Three-dial high-definition tone shaping with Volume, Tone, and Gain controls.
• Switchable spatial effects with chorus or reverb ambience.
• AUX IN for playing along with backing tracks and external audio players.
• Built-in rechargeable lithium battery for up to five hours of continuous use.
• Onboard USB charging capability.
• 1/4-inch bass input and 1/8-inch stereo headphone output.
• Four LED indicators provide battery-level information.
• Lightweight 130 g design for convenient portable practice.

Bass Amp Voicings and Tone Shaping

The RH-4 is based on a selection of classic amplifier sounds and provides adjustable gain for shaping your bass tone. Its three-dial control layout gives direct access to Volume, Tone, and Gain, making it easy to move between cleaner sounds and more driven tones without complicated menus.

Chorus and Reverb Effects

A dedicated FX switch provides access to switchable spatial effects, with chorus and reverb available for adding ambience and dimension to the bass sound. These effects make the RH-4 more versatile for personal practice and creative playing.

Headphone Practice and AUX Input

The RH-4 is designed for private practice through headphones, making it useful when you need to play without disturbing people nearby. Its AUX IN allows an external audio player to be connected so you can practice along with songs, backing tracks, lessons, or other audio material.

Rechargeable Portable Design

The integrated rechargeable lithium battery provides up to five hours of continuous playing time, giving the RH-4 enough operating time for extended practice sessions. USB charging keeps the amplifier convenient to recharge between sessions, while its pocket-sized construction makes it easy to take with you.

Simple Controls and Connections

The front panel provides straightforward controls for Volume, Tone, Gain, power, and FX. A 1/4-inch input connects directly to your bass, while the 1/8-inch stereo headphone output provides private monitoring. The AUX IN uses a 1/8-inch stereo connection for external audio playback.

Typical Uses

• Silent bass practice at home.
• Late-night and low-volume practice sessions.
• Portable bass practice while travelling.
• Practicing along with backing tracks and songs.
• Exploring clean, overdriven, chorus, and reverb bass tones.
• Individual practice before rehearsals or performances.
• Players looking for a compact rechargeable alternative to a traditional practice amplifier.

Specifications

• Model: RH-4 Rushead Bass
• Type: Portable Bass Headphone Amplifier
• Input: 1/4-inch / 6.35 mm TS
• Auxiliary Input: 1/8-inch / 3.5 mm TRS
• Headphone Output: 1/8-inch / 3.5 mm TRS
• Controls: Power Switch, FX Switch, Volume, Tone, Gain
• Effects: Chorus or Reverb
• Battery: Rechargeable Lithium Battery
• Battery Life: Up to 5 Hours of Continuous Use
• Battery Indicators: 4 LED Battery-Level Indicators
• Charging: USB
• Dimensions: 97 x 65 x 42 mm
• Weight: 130 g

What's Included

• Valeton RH-4 Rushead Bass Headphone Amplifier
• Headphone Splitter
• 1/8-inch / 3.5 mm Stereo TRS AUX Cable
• USB Charging Cable

Why Choose the Valeton RH-4 Rushead Bass?

The Valeton RH-4 is an easy-to-use solution for bassists who want a genuinely portable practice amplifier. Its compact design, rechargeable battery, direct tone controls, built-in ambience effects, and headphone operation provide everything needed for convenient personal practice without the size of a conventional bass amp.

With up to five hours of battery-powered operation and an AUX input for play-along practice, the RH-4 is particularly useful for bass players who want flexible practice at home, on the road, or anywhere a full amplifier setup is impractical.