Ashdown Essex 5w Head

Elevate your musical experience with the Ashdown SX 5 Head, a fully tube-driven 5-watt guitar amplifier that redefines classic tone. Immerse yourself in warm, rich tones with 1xECC83 and 1xEL84 tubes, complemented by digital reverb, an effects loop, and a recording output with speaker emulation. Whether in the studio, on stage, or jamming at home, the SX 5 Head delivers authentic classic sound, blending the best of vintage and modern amplifier technology.

• Single-channel tube amplifier head
  
• Original Accutronics reverb
• 1 JJ Electronics ECC83 preamp tube
• Bass, mid, treble, and overall volume controls
• Master volume control
• Stealth switch reduces overall volume and activates speaker tone compensation for studio use
• Series effects loop
• 12" Celestion speaker
• Aux input for backing tracks, MP3s, etc.
• Speaker mute switch for silent recording
• Recording output: filtered to simulate the response of a Celestion Alnico speaker
• 1 JJ Electronics EL84 power tube
  
• 16 and 8-ohm speaker outputs
• Classic-style speaker cabinet covered in plywood Tolex
• Dimensions: 22 x 43.5 x 24 cm
• Weight: 9.2 kg

About the SX Series

Ashdown’s SX tube amplifier range represents the pinnacle of sound engineering, offering extraordinary tonal possibilities, impeccable craftsmanship, and a wealth of features to meet the demands of today’s musicians. Whether you’re performing on stage, recording in the studio, or honing your skills at home, the SX delivers unmatched sonic excellence. Embrace the timeless beauty of tube amplification with a touch of modern innovation: explore the SX range and let your music come alive like never before.

About Ashdown Engineering

The story of Ashdown dates back to 1997, but even in those early days, the company’s founder, Mark Gooday, was already regarded as a veteran in bass amplifiers.After intense competition with another leading UK electric bass amplifier manufacturer, Gooday managed to place his company among the top brands thanks to his pioneering approach and focused on even higher aspirations, developing what the brand is today.