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Introducing the Revolutionary SX Range of Valve Amplifiers by Ashdown: A Perfect Blend of Classic Elegance and Modern InnovationAshdown, renowned for its excellence in bass guitar amplification, is proud to present the SX range of Valve Amplifiers, a true masterpiece of sonic engineering. These classic-style valve amps pay homage to the vintage legends while infusing a host of innovative features that make it an exceptional, modern, and cost-effective gem for musicians and audio aficionados alike. A Channel for Every Mood The SX range features a dedicated clean channel with independent bass and treble controls, offering pristine, crystal-clear tones for your rhythm work. But that’s just the beginning. The drive channel is split into channels 2 and 3, each equipped with its own gain control. This allows you to effortlessly transition from sweet, smooth overdrive to roaring distortion with a simple twist of a knob or a tap of your foot on the foot switch. Versatile Connectivity The SX line equipped with an array of connectivity options to adapt to your needs. The back panel boasts speaker jacks for 8 and 16-ohm connections, ensuring compatibility with your preferred cabinets. The buffered effects loop with ‘in’ and ‘out’ jacks features a convenient level control, allowing you to integrate your pedalboard seamlessly.Studio-Quality RecordingFor recording enthusiasts, the SX-50 offers two recording out jacks: ‘live’ keeps your speakers active, while ‘dead’ mutes for silent recording. This flexibility ensures your recordings are studio-quality, capturing every nuance of your performance.Customizable Volume ControlOne of the standout features of the SX-50 is the rear panel switch that lets you toggle between ‘stage’ and ‘studio’ settings. This ensures that you can adjust the volume without sacrificing the authentic valve amp drive at lower settings, sparing your neighbours from any unwelcome noise disturbances. Engineered for a Lifetime The SX range of Valve Amplifiers by Ashdown is the ultimate combination of classic and modern, offering incredible tonal possibilities, impeccable craftsmanship, and a wealth of features to meet the demands of today’s musicians. Whether you’re on stage, in the studio, or practicing at home, the SX delivers unparalleled sonic excellence. It’s time to embrace the timeless beauty of valve amplification with a touch of modern innovation. Discover the SX range and let your music come alive in ways you’ve never imagined.gem for musicians and audio aficionados alike.Anything we design is from the outset designed to repairable should the need ever arise, as with the bass amplifiers the products are built from discrete components with almost all the active components socket mounted for an easy fix. In the case of the SX range just take a moment to look inside… all the parts are hand picked from the best manufacturers, all key components are over specified military grade to enable them to perform for a design life of over 15 years. We believe consumers still aspire to purchase top quality long lasting products with a high residual resale value. Quality never goes out of fashion but it does have to be affordable and our range manages to combine these two conflicting requirements effectively.Designed in England by renowned British valve amp guru Dave Green the SX range has been carefully considered, designed and constructed for the modern world where portability, low power options and real valve tones are paramount. "THEY MAKE MY KIND OF NOISE, THE MOFO'S ARE A HUGE PART OF MY LIVE SOUND." SIMON NEIL - BIFFY CLYRO SX-50H • 50 Watt all tube • 3xECC83, 2xEL34 • Three foot switchable channels• Clean channel with independent EQ• 2 x overdrive channels with shared EQ• Volume and Gain control for each overdrive channel• Digital reverb• Effects loop with level control• Speaker emulated recording out MORE INFO SX-5H • 5 Watt all tube• 1xECC83, 1xEL84• Deluxe Digital reverb• Effects loop • Speaker emulated recording out MORE INFO SX-5C • 5 Watt all tube• Celestion 12” 70/80 Loaded• 1xECC83, 1xEL84• Deluxe Digital reverb• Effects loop • Speaker emulated recording out MORE INFO 1 X 12" CABINETS SX-112ASX 1x12” Angled Closed Back Ply Cabinet Celestion speaker.SX-112FSX 1x12” FLAT Closed Back Ply Cabinet Celestion speaker. MORE INFO 2 X 12" CABINETS SX-212ASX 2x12” Angled Closed Back Ply Cabinet Celestion speakerSX-212FSX 2x12” FLAT Closed Back Ply Cabinet Celestion speaker. MORE INFO 4 X 12" CABINET SX-412SX 4x12” FLAT Closed Back Ply Cabinet Celestion speaker MORE INFO Rancho de La Luna Studio was founded by Fred Drake andDavid Catching in 1993 in Joshua Tree, CaliforniaIn 2004, 2 years after Drake's untimely passing, DavidCatching took up residency and has served as host, chef,bartender, producer, musician, housekeeper and party co-ordinator. DAVE CATCHING - RANCHO DE LA LUNA The Ashdown Killer Tone Line redefines practice amps with a powerful blend of affordability and performance. Crafted with precision, these transistor-based amplifiers are engineered to deliver exceptional tone consistently. They capture the warmth of a tube amp while offering modern features tailored to the needs of aspiring guitarists.These amps cater to your practice preferences with a headphone output for silent sessions and a line input for jamming along with your favourite tracks. The real magic unfolds with the KT-15FX and KT-30FX models, which come equipped with a versatile 16-way digital effects unit, adding a new dimension to your practice sessions.Simplicity meets effectiveness in a design that’s not only functional but also budget-friendly, making it accessible to guitarists of all levels. With three options in the lineup, including the KT-15, KT-15FX, and KT-30FX, you’re sure to find the perfect amp to suit your needs. KT-15 • 15 Watt • 2 Channel• Headphone Out• 8” Speaker• Line Input MORE INFO KT-15FX • 15 Watt• 16 Way Digital Effects Unit • 2 Channel• Headphone Out• 8” Speaker• Line Input MORE INFO KT-30FX • 30 Watt • 16 Way Digital Effects Unit• 2 Channel• Headphone Out• 10” Speaker• Line Input MORE INFO