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Feature:
Adequate for the price point. Knobs are a bit cheap feeling. Only 1/4 outputs on the back - no speakons.
Quality:
Mine has a high-frequency buzz - electrical noise. Can't use the tweeter on my Aguilar cabinet at all. I'd recommend staying away from this unit.
Value:
For reasons above, I don't recommend purchase of this unit.
Desirability:
Bland design.
Sound:
Average tone. Solid state - not too lively
Ease of Use:
Fine.
Support:
I sent the unit in, and was told there's nothing wrong with it. An Ashdown amp should be dead quiet with nothing plugged into the front jacks, and this one isn't. Either I got a bad unit and they wouldn't replace the assembly, or this is typical and isn't worth buying. In any event quality control isn't good. There's other amps at this price point so I'd recommend looking elsewhere - Hartke, for example.
Overall:
I wouldn't purchase again.
Ashdown MAG300R Rackmount Bass Amplifier Head Designed for the busy semi-pro player who doesn’t require all the sophisticated tone shaping and connectivity of the ABM range, the MAG range nonetheless delivers classic Ashdown tone all the way. ASDMAG300R http://www.zzounds.com/a--925790/item--ASDMAG300R http://media.zzounds.com/media/feed/small/ASDMAG300R.jpg http://media.zzounds.com/media/feed/large/ASDMAG300R.jpg 299.95 419.00 Bass Guitar Amp Heads Ashdown 0.00 Bass Guitars, Amps, and Effects 0 4 Feature:
Seems to be built like a brick house. More EQ options would have been nice,other than that no complaints for the price.
Quality:
Appears to be made quite well. No problems yet,thankfully.
Value:
This is great value!! A pro sounding head that can be used in any genre. More expensive amps I tried did'nt come close to this one sound wise.
Desirability:
Practical addition. But it does look cool in a 1950's submarine equipment vibe. Unique against the other heads for sure.
Sound:
This head has a nice warm sound that really works for oldies and classic rock.With an Ibanez semi-hollow artcore and a Peavey 4x10 the Ashdown has punch and yet retains the bottom.No complaints for the price.
Support:
Have not had reason to deal with them.
Overall:
I hope to continue gigging with this for a long while. So far so good.
Ashdown MAG410T Deep Bass Cabinet (450 Watts, 4x10 in.) Rated at 8 Ohms with a power handling of 450 watts, the new MAG410T 4 x 10 in. + tweeter cabinet is now built 'Extra Deep' and loaded with Ashdown BlueLine speakers for exceptional attack, clarity and low-end performance. Protection is provided by tough black carpet covering and new steel grilles. ASDMAG410T http://www.zzounds.com/a--925790/item--ASDMAG410T http://media.zzounds.com/media/feed/small/ASDMAG410T.jpg http://media.zzounds.com/media/feed/large/ASDMAG410T.jpg 299.95 399.00 Bass Guitar Amp Cabinets Ashdown 12.99 Bass Guitars, Amps, and Effects 0 8 Feature:
i wish it had some casters
Quality:
the quality is very nice people on here talk about the metal grill being a problem. i say its very nice
Value:
great value if u have a doubt in your mind wether to buy the cab or not i say BUY IT!
Desirability:
Damn its so nice.
Sound:
This cab is great i have played in many different tunings and it still sounds great. the highs are nice and tight and the lows are nice and real bassey feeling. i never turn this cab up past 3 on my hartke head it over powera a marshall 4x10 200 watt with ease
Ease of Use:
so easy to use you plug in and go it always sounds good.
Support:
never really delt with them. i sent them an E-mail telling them some suggestions abd they replied and it wasnt just an automated thing
Overall:
10 years
Ashdown MAG 600R Rackmount Bass Amplifier Head (600 Watts) Bigger brother to the MAG300 model, the MAG 600R rack-mounting amplifier head features a potent new fan-cooled 575W RMS power section. Rotary bass, middle and treble controls are supplemented by smaller rotary controls providing 15dB of cut and boost at 220Hz and 1.6kHz, providing a comprehensive 5 band EQ section. ASDMAG600R http://www.zzounds.com/a--925790/item--ASDMAG600R http://media.zzounds.com/media/feed/small/ASDMAG600R.jpg http://media.zzounds.com/media/feed/large/ASDMAG600R.jpg 449.95 779.00 Bass Guitar Amp Heads Ashdown 0.00 Bass Guitars, Amps, and Effects 0 1 Feature:
I really like the sub harmoinzer, it helps push the bottom. The tuner out and the direct inject are cool features.
Quality:
Feels solid. Built like a tank.
Value:
It's less than a dollar a watt!
Desirability:
It looks great. I love the lighted Vu meter.
Sound:
Very sturdy build. It has more than enough tonal variations for different styles of music. It can really push the volume up.
Support:
Haven't had to deal with them.
Overall:
I'm very satisfied with this amp. If it were lost or stolen I would definitely replace it with another 600R!
Ashdown MAG810T Deep Bass Cabinet (640 Watts, 8x10 in.) With a power handling of 640 watts, the new MAG810T 8 x 10 in. + tweeter cabinet is now built 'Extra Deep' and loaded with Ashdown BlueLine speakers for exceptional attack, clarity and low-end performance. Protection is provided by tough black carpet covering and new steel grilles. ASDMAG810T http://www.zzounds.com/a--925790/item--ASDMAG810T http://media.zzounds.com/media/feed/small/ASDMAG810T.jpg http://media.zzounds.com/media/feed/large/ASDMAG810T.jpg 649.95 899.00 Bass Guitar Amp Cabinets Ashdown 29.99 Bass Guitars, Amps, and Effects 0 0 Ashdown MAGC115T Bass Combo Amplifier (300 Watts, 1x15 in.) The MAG C115-300 1 x 15 in. combo features a potent new fan-cooled 307 watts RMS power section. Rotary bass, middle and treble controls are supplemented by smaller rotary controls providing 15dB of cut and boost at 220Hz and 1.6kHz, providing a comprehensive 5 band EQ section. ASDMAGC115T http://www.zzounds.com/a--925790/item--ASDMAGC115T http://media.zzounds.com/media/feed/small/ASDMAGC115T.jpg http://media.zzounds.com/media/feed/large/ASDMAGC115T.jpg 399.95 559.00 Bass Guitar Combo Amps Ashdown 9.99 Bass Guitars, Amps, and Effects 0 1 Feature:
Has everything it needs
Quality:
Own it for about a year, use it every day. So far no problems.
Value:
best amp for the money
Desirability:
a little vintige style, the blue speaker stands out. Very nice.
Sound:
just plugg in your bass and it already sounds huge. Very little eq is needed. I don't use the subharmonics. Power is more than sufficient for gigging, even bigger venues with an extension cab.
Ease of Use:
more easy seems almost impossible
Support:
Easy to reach, fast and efficient answers to questions.
Overall:
After owning peavey's, swr, ebs, roland it's the best i ever used and the one that i am most pleased with. Fairly portable, more than enough power and a very nice sound. Deep, bright, punchy, etc...
Ashdown MAGC210T Bass Combo Amplifier (300 Watts, 2x10 in.) The MAG C210T-300 2 x 10 in. + tweeter combo features a potent new fan-cooled 307 watts RMS power section. Rotary bass, middle and treble controls are supplemented by smaller rotary controls providing 15dB of cut and boost at 220Hz and 1.6kHz, providing a comprehensive 5 band EQ section. ASDMAGC210T http://www.zzounds.com/a--925790/item--ASDMAGC210T http://media.zzounds.com/media/feed/small/ASDMAGC210T.jpg http://media.zzounds.com/media/feed/large/ASDMAGC210T.jpg 499.95 699.00 Bass Guitar Combo Amps Ashdown 10.99 Bass Guitars, Amps, and Effects 0 4 Feature:
NA
Quality:
The only complaint I have about quality is the silver foil looking stuff that covers the head sticks out the back of the cab some. Not hard to trim off, but just seems cheesy to me.
Value:
Go try to find a 300 watt combo with 2x10's for $449 in any other brand...not gonna happen
Desirability:
I'd hate to loose it. Hope it last a long time
Sound:
Sound is very clear--even at high volumes. Speaking of volume, this thing is loud! With the 2x10's it's only 185 watts (got this straight from Ashdown) but it screams. I'm looking forward to get another 2x10 extension cab to get the full 307 watts out of it.
Support:
Contacted Ashdown for availability of this product. Had fast response from their rep. Thanks for your help Martin!!
Overall:
Planning on buying the 2x10 extension soon
Ashdown MAGC410T Bass Combo Amplifier (300 Watts, 4x10 in.) The MAG C410T-300 4 x 10 in. + tweeter combo features a potent new fan-cooled 307 watts RMS power section. Rotary bass, middle and treble controls are supplemented by smaller rotary controls providing 15dB of cut and boost at 220Hz and 1.6kHz, providing a comprehensive 5 band EQ section. ASDMAGC410T http://www.zzounds.com/a--925790/item--ASDMAGC410T http://media.zzounds.com/media/feed/small/ASDMAGC410T.jpg http://media.zzounds.com/media/feed/large/ASDMAGC410T.jpg 599.95 839.00 Bass Guitar Combo Amps Ashdown 14.99 Bass Guitars, Amps, and Effects 0 3 Feature:
The only problem I had with it was one of the EQ buttons fell off the first time I played it. But I emailed Ashdown and they said they would sent a replacement.
Quality:
No problems with it so far.. It had a little tippings accident in the car but the metal grill saved the speakers.
Value:
Great. Great price and great look.. I get many compliments on it.
Desirability:
I love the front panel and the speakers. The only thing I would change would be the carpet on it.. Maybe red or blue...
Sound:
Sound's great. I let a buddy use it in a gig and the VU meter wasn't even going 1/3 of the way up!
Support:
Ashdown is great. I called them before I got it to ask them questions and what not and they were extremely friendly and very easy to reach!
Overall:
The only thing I'm gonna change with this amp is probably getting the MAG115 Cab for it and getting a different colored carpet for it.
Ashdown Perfect Ten Bass Combo Amplifier (30 Watts, 1x10 in.) The Perfect Ten bass practice amp combines a 35 watt power section with a single 10 Ashdown BlueLine bass speaker. Sounds can be shaped quickly and intuitively using bass, middle and treble controls, supplemented by a pre-shaped 'deep' switch. A headphone output is provided for private practice along with an extension speaker output.
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Ashdown MAG300H Bass Amplifier Head
Designed for the busy semi-pro player who doesn’t require all the sophisticated tone shaping and connectivity of the ABM range, the MAG range nonetheless delivers classic Ashdown tone all the way.
Review of Ashdown MAG300H Bass Amplifier Head
Feature:
Adequate for the price point. Knobs are a bit cheap feeling. Only 1/4 outputs on the back - no speakons.
Quality:
Mine has a high-frequency buzz - electrical noise. Can't use the tweeter on my Aguilar cabinet at all. I'd recommend staying away from this unit.
Value:
For reasons above, I don't recommend purchase of this unit.
Desirability:
Bland design.
Sound:
Average tone. Solid state - not too lively
Ease of Use:
Fine.
Support:
I sent the unit in, and was told there's nothing wrong with it. An Ashdown amp should be dead quiet with nothing plugged into the front jacks, and this one isn't. Either I got a bad unit and they wouldn't replace the assembly, or this is typical and isn't worth buying. In any event quality control isn't good. There's other amps at this price point so I'd recommend looking elsewhere - Hartke, for example.
Overall:
I wouldn't purchase again.
Ashdown MAG300R Rackmount Bass Amplifier Head Designed for the busy semi-pro player who doesn’t require all the sophisticated tone shaping and connectivity of the ABM range, the MAG range nonetheless delivers classic Ashdown tone all the way. ASDMAG300R http://www.zzounds.com/a--925790/item--ASDMAG300R http://media.zzounds.com/media/feed/small/ASDMAG300R.jpg http://media.zzounds.com/media/feed/large/ASDMAG300R.jpg 299.95 419.00 Bass Guitar Amp Heads Ashdown 0.00 Bass Guitars, Amps, and Effects 0 4 Feature:
Seems to be built like a brick house. More EQ options would have been nice,other than that no complaints for the price.
Quality:
Appears to be made quite well. No problems yet,thankfully.
Value:
This is great value!! A pro sounding head that can be used in any genre. More expensive amps I tried did'nt come close to this one sound wise.
Desirability:
Practical addition. But it does look cool in a 1950's submarine equipment vibe. Unique against the other heads for sure.
Sound:
This head has a nice warm sound that really works for oldies and classic rock.With an Ibanez semi-hollow artcore and a Peavey 4x10 the Ashdown has punch and yet retains the bottom.No complaints for the price.
Support:
Have not had reason to deal with them.
Overall:
I hope to continue gigging with this for a long while. So far so good.
Ashdown MAG410T Deep Bass Cabinet (450 Watts, 4x10 in.) Rated at 8 Ohms with a power handling of 450 watts, the new MAG410T 4 x 10 in. + tweeter cabinet is now built 'Extra Deep' and loaded with Ashdown BlueLine speakers for exceptional attack, clarity and low-end performance. Protection is provided by tough black carpet covering and new steel grilles. ASDMAG410T http://www.zzounds.com/a--925790/item--ASDMAG410T http://media.zzounds.com/media/feed/small/ASDMAG410T.jpg http://media.zzounds.com/media/feed/large/ASDMAG410T.jpg 299.95 399.00 Bass Guitar Amp Cabinets Ashdown 12.99 Bass Guitars, Amps, and Effects 0 8 Feature:
i wish it had some casters
Quality:
the quality is very nice people on here talk about the metal grill being a problem. i say its very nice
Value:
great value if u have a doubt in your mind wether to buy the cab or not i say BUY IT!
Desirability:
Damn its so nice.
Sound:
This cab is great i have played in many different tunings and it still sounds great. the highs are nice and tight and the lows are nice and real bassey feeling. i never turn this cab up past 3 on my hartke head it over powera a marshall 4x10 200 watt with ease
Ease of Use:
so easy to use you plug in and go it always sounds good.
Support:
never really delt with them. i sent them an E-mail telling them some suggestions abd they replied and it wasnt just an automated thing
Overall:
10 years
Ashdown MAG 600R Rackmount Bass Amplifier Head (600 Watts) Bigger brother to the MAG300 model, the MAG 600R rack-mounting amplifier head features a potent new fan-cooled 575W RMS power section. Rotary bass, middle and treble controls are supplemented by smaller rotary controls providing 15dB of cut and boost at 220Hz and 1.6kHz, providing a comprehensive 5 band EQ section. ASDMAG600R http://www.zzounds.com/a--925790/item--ASDMAG600R http://media.zzounds.com/media/feed/small/ASDMAG600R.jpg http://media.zzounds.com/media/feed/large/ASDMAG600R.jpg 449.95 779.00 Bass Guitar Amp Heads Ashdown 0.00 Bass Guitars, Amps, and Effects 0 1 Feature:
I really like the sub harmoinzer, it helps push the bottom. The tuner out and the direct inject are cool features.
Quality:
Feels solid. Built like a tank.
Value:
It's less than a dollar a watt!
Desirability:
It looks great. I love the lighted Vu meter.
Sound:
Very sturdy build. It has more than enough tonal variations for different styles of music. It can really push the volume up.
Support:
Haven't had to deal with them.
Overall:
I'm very satisfied with this amp. If it were lost or stolen I would definitely replace it with another 600R!
Ashdown MAG810T Deep Bass Cabinet (640 Watts, 8x10 in.) With a power handling of 640 watts, the new MAG810T 8 x 10 in. + tweeter cabinet is now built 'Extra Deep' and loaded with Ashdown BlueLine speakers for exceptional attack, clarity and low-end performance. Protection is provided by tough black carpet covering and new steel grilles. ASDMAG810T http://www.zzounds.com/a--925790/item--ASDMAG810T http://media.zzounds.com/media/feed/small/ASDMAG810T.jpg http://media.zzounds.com/media/feed/large/ASDMAG810T.jpg 649.95 899.00 Bass Guitar Amp Cabinets Ashdown 29.99 Bass Guitars, Amps, and Effects 0 0 Ashdown MAGC115T Bass Combo Amplifier (300 Watts, 1x15 in.) The MAG C115-300 1 x 15 in. combo features a potent new fan-cooled 307 watts RMS power section. Rotary bass, middle and treble controls are supplemented by smaller rotary controls providing 15dB of cut and boost at 220Hz and 1.6kHz, providing a comprehensive 5 band EQ section. ASDMAGC115T http://www.zzounds.com/a--925790/item--ASDMAGC115T http://media.zzounds.com/media/feed/small/ASDMAGC115T.jpg http://media.zzounds.com/media/feed/large/ASDMAGC115T.jpg 399.95 559.00 Bass Guitar Combo Amps Ashdown 9.99 Bass Guitars, Amps, and Effects 0 1 Feature:
Has everything it needs
Quality:
Own it for about a year, use it every day. So far no problems.
Value:
best amp for the money
Desirability:
a little vintige style, the blue speaker stands out. Very nice.
Sound:
just plugg in your bass and it already sounds huge. Very little eq is needed. I don't use the subharmonics. Power is more than sufficient for gigging, even bigger venues with an extension cab.
Ease of Use:
more easy seems almost impossible
Support:
Easy to reach, fast and efficient answers to questions.
Overall:
After owning peavey's, swr, ebs, roland it's the best i ever used and the one that i am most pleased with. Fairly portable, more than enough power and a very nice sound. Deep, bright, punchy, etc...
Ashdown MAGC210T Bass Combo Amplifier (300 Watts, 2x10 in.) The MAG C210T-300 2 x 10 in. + tweeter combo features a potent new fan-cooled 307 watts RMS power section. Rotary bass, middle and treble controls are supplemented by smaller rotary controls providing 15dB of cut and boost at 220Hz and 1.6kHz, providing a comprehensive 5 band EQ section. ASDMAGC210T http://www.zzounds.com/a--925790/item--ASDMAGC210T http://media.zzounds.com/media/feed/small/ASDMAGC210T.jpg http://media.zzounds.com/media/feed/large/ASDMAGC210T.jpg 499.95 699.00 Bass Guitar Combo Amps Ashdown 10.99 Bass Guitars, Amps, and Effects 0 4 Feature:
NA
Quality:
The only complaint I have about quality is the silver foil looking stuff that covers the head sticks out the back of the cab some. Not hard to trim off, but just seems cheesy to me.
Value:
Go try to find a 300 watt combo with 2x10's for $449 in any other brand...not gonna happen
Desirability:
I'd hate to loose it. Hope it last a long time
Sound:
Sound is very clear--even at high volumes. Speaking of volume, this thing is loud! With the 2x10's it's only 185 watts (got this straight from Ashdown) but it screams. I'm looking forward to get another 2x10 extension cab to get the full 307 watts out of it.
Support:
Contacted Ashdown for availability of this product. Had fast response from their rep. Thanks for your help Martin!!
Overall:
Planning on buying the 2x10 extension soon
Ashdown MAGC410T Bass Combo Amplifier (300 Watts, 4x10 in.) The MAG C410T-300 4 x 10 in. + tweeter combo features a potent new fan-cooled 307 watts RMS power section. Rotary bass, middle and treble controls are supplemented by smaller rotary controls providing 15dB of cut and boost at 220Hz and 1.6kHz, providing a comprehensive 5 band EQ section. ASDMAGC410T http://www.zzounds.com/a--925790/item--ASDMAGC410T http://media.zzounds.com/media/feed/small/ASDMAGC410T.jpg http://media.zzounds.com/media/feed/large/ASDMAGC410T.jpg 599.95 839.00 Bass Guitar Combo Amps Ashdown 14.99 Bass Guitars, Amps, and Effects 0 3 Feature:
The only problem I had with it was one of the EQ buttons fell off the first time I played it. But I emailed Ashdown and they said they would sent a replacement.
Quality:
No problems with it so far.. It had a little tippings accident in the car but the metal grill saved the speakers.
Value:
Great. Great price and great look.. I get many compliments on it.
Desirability:
I love the front panel and the speakers. The only thing I would change would be the carpet on it.. Maybe red or blue...
Sound:
Sound's great. I let a buddy use it in a gig and the VU meter wasn't even going 1/3 of the way up!
Support:
Ashdown is great. I called them before I got it to ask them questions and what not and they were extremely friendly and very easy to reach!
Overall:
The only thing I'm gonna change with this amp is probably getting the MAG115 Cab for it and getting a different colored carpet for it.
Ashdown Perfect Ten Bass Combo Amplifier (30 Watts, 1x10 in.) The Perfect Ten bass practice amp combines a 35 watt power section with a single 10 Ashdown BlueLine bass speaker. Sounds can be shaped quickly and intuitively using bass, middle and treble controls, supplemented by a pre-shaped 'deep' switch. A headphone output is provided for private practice along with an extension speaker output.
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