# Smartphone-Controlled Bass Amp Heads The 'Exponent 500' Offers Streamlined Control Features By Rahul Kalvapalle | Published 2022-04-09 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bass-amp-head References: [musicradar](https://www.musicradar.com/news/darkglass-electronics-exponent500-bass-amplifier) & [darkglass](https://www.darkglass.com/exponent-500/)  Darkglass Electronics has gone ahead and unveiled a brand new bass amp head that manages to pack a wide variety of high-tech features within a package that doesn't stray from the classic aesthetic of most regular bass heads. The 'Exponent 500' is a bass amp head that can be controlled via smartphone. This gives users access to [22 effects](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stratus) as well as their requisite presets. However, despite this diverse functionality and tonal access, the 'Exponent 500' bass amp manages to maintain a relatively minimalist and uncomplicated aesthetic, thanks to the fact that it only features seven dials. Available for a price of under $1,000, this bass amp is a worthy addition to any bass players' kit collection thanks to its user-friendly design and [smartphone compatibility](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/artinoise-zefiro). Image Credit: Darkglass Electronics ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.7/10 - Popularity: 2% | Activity: 8% | Freshness: 11% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Gadgets](https://www.trendhunter.com/gadgets) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Smartphone-controlled Amp Heads:** Offering streamlined control features through a smartphone for ease of use and versatility. - **High-tech Bass Amps:** Packing a diverse range of features that integrate with modern technology for enhanced user experience. - **Minimalist Bass Amps with Advanced Features:** Combining a clean, uncomplicated aesthetic with access to a wide variety of effects and presets. ### Who This Affects Most - **Music Equipment Manufacturing:** Innovating by integrating modern technology into bass amps for enhanced functionality and user experience. - **Mobile App Development:** Supplementing bass amps with smartphone compatibility for easier and more intuitive control. - **Music Retail:** Capitalizing on demand for advanced bass amps by offering streamlined, user-friendly models at affordable prices. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Road-Friendly Bass Amplifiers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bass-amplifier.md) - [Compactly Connective Bass Amplifiers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bass-amplifiers.md) - [Compact Headphone Audio Amps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/katanago.md) - [Ultra-Versatile Guitar Processors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/guitar-processor.md) - [Miniature Guitar Practice Amps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/guitar-practice-amp.md) - [Customizable Guitar Pickups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/customizable-guitar-pickups.md) - [Travel-Friendly Practice Amps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/boss-katanamini-x.md) - [Portable Connected Musician Amplifiers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/positive-grid-spark-mini.md) - [Practice-Promoting Guitar Amplifiers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/practice-guitar-amplifier.md)