The Ashdown CTM-300 is a 300W tube-driven powerhouse, meticulously handcrafted in the UK Custom Shop for bassists who demand both classic tone and modern reliability. Housed in a rugged 18mm Marine grade birch ply cabinet, this amplifier is built to withstand the rigors of touring with features like heavy-duty flip-style handles and an internal cooling fan. At its core, the CTM-300 utilizes a five-valve preamp and six KT88 output tubes, delivering the warm, rich, and punchy tones that bassists crave. Whether you're after the mellow sounds of the '60s or the growl of '70s rock, this amp offers a vast range of sonic possibilities with the push of a button.

The CTM-300’s versatile tone controls include Deep, Mid Shift, and Bright switches, allowing you to sculpt your sound to perfection, while user-adjustable tube biasing and individually fused tubes make maintenance easy and cost-effective. The dual-function VU meter provides real-time monitoring and bias adjustment, ensuring optimal performance. For stage and studio, the tube-driven DI output with an isolated ground offers pristine sound quality, and the front-mounted, tube-driven effects loop preserves your tone. The Ashdown CTM-300 combines timeless valve-driven character with modern features, making it the ultimate choice for serious bassists seeking uncompromising sound and craftsmanship.

SPECIFICATIONS

Power Output - 300 Watts
Power Handling - 750 Watts
Power Requirement - 115-240 Volts
Speaker Outputs - Speakon/Jack
Frequency Response - 35Hz - 18Khz
High Instrument Input - 450MV
Low Instrument Input - 150MV
DI Output - Valve Driven Transformer Derived
Output Impedance - 2 Ohm Minimum
EQ - Passive EQ Section. Bass, Middle and Treble plus shape push buttons
Effects Send - Jack
Effects Return - Jack
Pre-Amp Tubes - 1 x ECC83, 1 x ECC832, 1 x ECC99, 2 x ECC82
Output Tubes - 6 x KT88
H x W x D (mm) - 266 x 590 x 336
Weight (kg) - 28.2

Ashdown CTM-300

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