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OFFICIAL ASHDOWN CLUB
- Thread starter Presto2112
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JAUQO III-X
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I've played the HELL out of a couple Abm EVO II's for years and never a hiccup!
now you will find a few guys who had issues right about the time production was switches from the UK, but I understand.that got sorted out rather quick.
now you will find a few guys who had issues right about the time production was switches from the UK, but I understand.that got sorted out rather quick.
bufert57
Ashdown User
I did the same! Just switched to Ashdown this year from Ampeg. I have to say its been one of the best gear decisions I have made in my time playing. Such a great sound.
I just received my new amp, and I'm ecstatic that I chose to go with the DT550 instead of the ABM. I'm more of a vintage guy, and not only does this thing look vintage, but it has some amazing tone to back it up! This may have been my best gear-buying decision yet. Now, to decide if I'm going to match cabs, or stick with my Ampeg Portaflex...
Oh, before I look stupid at my next gig, does anyone know which position the pre/post switch needs to be in to send a post-EQ signal?
I know, pics or it didn't happen... well, I have one!
Number, please?
Oh, before I look stupid at my next gig, does anyone know which position the pre/post switch needs to be in to send a post-EQ signal?
I know, pics or it didn't happen... well, I have one!
Number, please?
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A few thoughts (after a couple hours playing it):
There is nothing modern about this amplifier, except the power. From the chrome faceplate to the big (well-marked and smoothly operating) knobs to the toggle switches to the VU meter and case, everything about this amp just oozes vintage. Better yet, from the moment you plug in your bass, you are instantly transported back fifty years. Once again, it's 1963, Jamerson and Babbitt are the trendsetters, and you've a gig to attend. Set everything straight up, crank the gain, and go - instant Motown! While there are many sounds to be had in this amp, they're all good, and they're all thick and warm, thanks to twin pre-amp tubes and heavy iron transformers. This beast isn't light, but (sorry, class D aficionados) it takes weight to get good tone from a bass amp - and this one delivers.
There is nothing modern about this amplifier, except the power. From the chrome faceplate to the big (well-marked and smoothly operating) knobs to the toggle switches to the VU meter and case, everything about this amp just oozes vintage. Better yet, from the moment you plug in your bass, you are instantly transported back fifty years. Once again, it's 1963, Jamerson and Babbitt are the trendsetters, and you've a gig to attend. Set everything straight up, crank the gain, and go - instant Motown! While there are many sounds to be had in this amp, they're all good, and they're all thick and warm, thanks to twin pre-amp tubes and heavy iron transformers. This beast isn't light, but (sorry, class D aficionados) it takes weight to get good tone from a bass amp - and this one delivers.
My ABM500 is from 99. This amp has seen a lot of action. I have lent my amp to 5 bands gig several times. not a single issue.... but it doesn't mean it cannot happen.
bufert57
Ashdown User
PM me any specific images you want of it. I have it all set up today so I would be glad to do that.
I could take them late tonight.
bufert57
Ashdown User
I like my Ashdown Classic 4x10 a lot but some days I would like a lighter one like you have. I might get one of the VS112s here soon.
If it is pushed in it will send the signal from the amp EQ to the system. I made the mistake on my first time taking it out.
Is anyone here using an Ashdown with an upright acoustic bass? I am loving the sound of these and don't have a dealer near me.
bufert57
Ashdown User
Looks awesome! Have you tried plugging two cabs in the head? or planning on getting another cab?
I have an SWR Super Redhead and Son Of Bertha cab that I used with the ABM900 for a couple of days before I got the ABM410H.
The Redhead internal cab is a 2x10 and the S.O.B. is a 1x15. I ran them each from one side of the ABM 900 and it sounded quite good but it was a mess with cables being plugged and unplugged to switch rigs. The ABM410H fits my needs at the moment so I bought it to make two complete rigs instead of the Frankenstein thing I had going on.
I didn't actually set out to buy the ABM 900 and would have been fine with a 500 but the 900 came along so... Figure I can always add a pair of ABM810s when I get those arena gigs.
Seriously though, I may add another 410 at some point. I know 8 ohms won't utilize the max power of the 900 but it's plenty for me at the moment.I'd like to look into a fEARful build that would utilize the 900's capabilities but that's going to take some research.
I'm still getting my head around how peculiar this amp is. Two channels but not bridgeable - speaker outs marked left and right but the amp is mono (I decided it's the left side amp and right side amp)- built in octave effect
- "pre-eq" via the push/flat button before the actual EQ stage. It's just super strange to me but I dig the sound.
I have an SWR Super Redhead and Son Of Bertha cab that I used with the ABM900 for a couple of days before I got the ABM410H.
The Redhead internal cab is a 2x10 and the S.O.B. is a 1x15. I ran them each from one side of the ABM 900 and it sounded quite good but it was a mess with cables being plugged and unplugged to switch rigs. The ABM410H fits my needs at the moment so I bought it to make two complete rigs instead of the Frankenstein thing I had going on.
I didn't actually set out to buy the ABM 900 and would have been fine with a 500 but the 900 came along so... Figure I can always add a pair of ABM810s when I get those arena gigs.
I'd like to look into a fEARful build that would utilize the 900's capabilities but that's going to take some research.
I'm still getting my head around how peculiar this amp is. Two channels but not bridgeable - speaker outs marked left and right but the amp is mono (I decided it's the left side amp and right side amp)- built in octave effect
In regards to the speaker outs, the amp has two power amps that are not bridgeable. Meaning, you basically have two 500 (or 575) watt outputs. The "900" is kind of false advertising IMO. What you have is two 500 watt amps in one package.
Count me in! I even have the username for it...
ABM C210T-300 + ABM 115 Cab + Envelope pedal + 2x Shirts
ABM C210T-300 + ABM 115 Cab + Envelope pedal + 2x Shirts
How is it with a 210 and a 410? I assumed the balance of load between speakers (IE 300 watts going to 2x10s and another 300w going to 4x10s) makes it perform a bit differently?
