{"title":"Ashdown","description":"\u003cp\u003eAshdown Engineering is a British icon in bass amplification. The brand is known for its warm, vintage bass sound, robust construction, and signature VU meter. Ashdown amplifiers are used on major stages by bassists like Adam Clayton and Nate Mendel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e Why choose the legendary Ashdown ABM series?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e ABM stands for Ashdown Bass Magnifier. This is the brand's flagship product and an established industry standard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e Hybrid amplifier with tube preamplifier.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e Iconic VU meter for setting the correct input.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e 9-band EQ for detailed tone control.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e Sub-Harmonic Generator for extra deep bass.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e The ABM series is known for reliability, punch, and a full, British bass sound. Ideal for live performances and large stages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e Lightweight powerhouses. Rootmaster and OriginAL series.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e For the modern bassist who travels a lot, Ashdown developed the Rootmaster and OriginAL series.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e High-power Class D amplifiers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e Up to 800 watts in a compact size.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e Much lighter than traditional bass tops.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e This series combines Ashdown tone with modern portability. Perfect for touring musicians.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e Ashdown Studio Series. Full-featured sound for home and studio use.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e The Studio series is aimed at practice and smaller settings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e Lightweight bass combos.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e Headphone connection for silent practice.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e Models such as the Studio 15 with a 15-inch speaker.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Despite their compact design, these combos deliver a mature bass sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e Unique features: The VU meter and Sub-Harmonic Generator.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Ashdown distinguishes itself with features you won't find with other brands.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e VU meter. Helps you find the preamp's sweet spot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e Sub-Harmonic Generator. Adds an octave lower to your signal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Together, these features provide a deep, controlled and musical bass sound.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e App-Tek. Modern effects on your smartphone.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e Many compact Ashdown amplifiers are equipped with App-Tek.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e Connect your smartphone directly to the amplifier.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e Use amp simulations and effects.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e Combine analog sound with digital flexibility.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e Ashdown pedals. Studio-quality effects at your feet.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e In addition to amplifiers, Ashdown also makes bass pedals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e Ashdown drive pedals.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e Compressors and tone shapers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e Designed for live and studio use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e These pedals fit seamlessly with the tonal philosophy of Ashdown amplifiers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e Ashdown series overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003cth\u003e Series\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n\u003cth\u003e Type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n\u003cth\u003e Feature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n\u003cth\u003e Best for\u003c\/th\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e ABM\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e Hybrid\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e VU meter and 9-band EQ\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e Professionals and large stages\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e Rootmaster\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e Class D\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e Lightweight and powerful\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e Traveling bassists\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e Studio\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e Combo\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e Compact and light\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e Home and small gigs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e Ant\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e Pedalboard amp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e Ultra compact 200 watt\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\u003ctd\u003e Minimalist setups\u003c\/td\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e If you're looking for a British bass amp with character, depth, and history, Ashdown Engineering is a sure bet. Vintage tone, modern power, and built for the stage.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0824\/8449\/4657\/collections\/61e9dee5384d477fd6fd2a2a9d5baf74.png?v=1759246518","url":"https:\/\/vdsinstrumenten.se\/en\/collections\/ashdown.oembed","provider":"VDS instrumenten","version":"1.0","type":"link"}