Ashdown UK ABM-300-EVO IV

Description

<h1>The ABM-300-EVO IV is a Made in UK bass head from the ABM series, developed by Ashdown for bassists seeking tonal versatility, control, and reliability. Meticulously crafted in Ashdown's English workshop to ensure uncompromising build quality and reliability.</h1><p>The <strong>ABM-300-EVO IV</strong> redefines the standard for 300-watt ABM series heads with <strong>handmade in UK</strong> construction and a powerful yet intuitive analog front-end. The <strong>Valve Drive</strong> with a <strong>12AX7</strong> tube offers a range of tonal characters, from defined clean to harmonically rich overdrive, all instantly recallable via footswitch. The <strong>new 9-band EQ</strong> (rotary Bass/Middle/Treble + 6 sliders at <em>100 Hz, 180 Hz, 340 Hz, 1.3 kHz, 2.6 kHz, 5 kHz</em>) ensures fine-tuning to adapt to any sonic or environmental need.</p><p>The dynamic control section integrates a <strong>one-knob compressor</strong> for a compact signal prominent in the mix and a <strong>Sub-Harmonic Generator</strong> to add a lower octave, perfect for fuller lines without losing definition. The package is completed by a <strong>balanced DI</strong>, <strong>FX loop</strong>, <strong>Line In</strong>, <strong>Tuner Out</strong>, and the iconic Ashdown <strong>VU meter</strong> for clear level monitoring.</p><h2>Highlights of the Ashdown UK-ABM-300-EVO IV head</h2><p>- <strong>Made in UK construction</strong> in Ashdown laboratories: craftsmanship, quality control, and long-term reliability</p><p>- Variable <strong>Valve Drive (12AX7)</strong>: from articulate clean to warm and musical overdrive</p><p>- <strong>9-band EQ</strong> with key frequencies for fine tonal control</p><p>- Integrated <strong>one-knob compressor</strong> for immediate dynamic management</p><p>- Adjustable <strong>Sub-Harmonic</strong> for authoritative low end without muddying the mix</p><p>- <strong>Professional connectivity</strong>: DI, Line In/Out, FX Loop, Tuner Out, combo Jack/Speakon speaker outputs</p><p>- <strong>300 W</strong> with a minimum impedance of 4 &Omega;: headroom and solidity on stage and in the studio</p><h2>Technical specifications of the Ashdown UK-ABM-300-EVO IV head</h2><p><strong>Output Power:</strong> 300 W</p><p><strong>Power Supply:</strong> 115–230 V</p><p><strong>Speaker Outputs:</strong> 2 x combo Jack/Speakon (Neutrik)</p><p><strong>Frequency Response:</strong> -3 dB @ 17 Hz and 30 kHz</p><p><strong>High Instrument Input:</strong> 3.9 M&Omega; (150 mV range)</p><p><strong>Low Instrument Input:</strong> 10 k&Omega; (300 mV – 40 V p-p range)</p><p><strong>Line Input:</strong> 22 k&Omega;, 0 dBu nominal level</p><p><strong>DI Output:</strong> 600 &Omega; balanced, 0 dBu nominal level</p><p><strong>Tuner Out:</strong> 22 k&Omega;, 0 dBu nominal</p><p><strong>FX Send/Return:</strong> 22 k&Omega;, 0 dBu nominal</p><p><strong>Load Impedance:</strong> minimum 4 &Omega;</p><p><strong>Preamp Tube:</strong> 1 x 12AX7</p><p><strong>Dimensions (H x W x D):</strong> 146 x 488 x 336 mm</p><p><strong>Weight:</strong> 12.5 kg</p>