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Key Features
Everything you need for great bass tone. The Ashdown OriginAL HD-1-500 combines simplicity and power for a unique playing experience. Whether you’re on stage or in the studio, this versatile amp head brings plenty of punch with 500W of power. Your basslines will never go unnoticed.
Perfect for all styles of playing. The HD-1-500 offers comprehensive tonal sculpting via the onboard 5-band EQ. Make your highs sing, your lows rumble, and your mids kick. Whatever you need, Ashdown have you covered.
Gone are the days of difficult setup. With a lightweight design and extensive connectivity solutions, the HD-1-500 is ready for anything. Just plug in, play, and let everyone hear your talent.
Product Ref: 154800
Advanced bassists require an advanced EQ system that’s ready for both stage and studio. That’s why the OriginAL HD-1-500 EQ offers a full spectrum of EQ control capabilities. Sculpt your tone with a 5-band equaliser, built with versatility in mind. By using the three mid controls, you can remove frequencies needed for other instruments whilst emphasising that coveted thick, dense timbre you’ve come to expect from an Ashdown rig. Tweak your highs and bring warmth to your lows. Whatever style you play, the HD-1-500 will help you cut through the mix.
The OriginAL HD-1-500 boasts extensive connectivity, making it an ideal companion for touring musicians and studio bassists. The DI output connects the OriginAL directly to your mixer or interface. This is perfect for working musicians who don’t want to carry bulky amplifiers, but still want a detailed sound. Link your pedals via the integrated FX send and return jacks, and achieve the cleanest signal possible with the active/passive switch. Ashdown have always got you covered.
When you’re out on the road, you don’t want your equipment holding you back. Ashdown have put in the research and development to make sure that the HD-1-500 is a help, not a hinderance. The compact, lightweight design makes it the ultimate companion for the road, fitting in to a backpack with room to spare. And thanks to the robust metal housing, you’ll never have to worry about any damages on the way. There’s a reason why Ashdown bass heads are used all over the world.