Ashdown RM-500-EVO III Bass Head
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Step up your bass rig with the Ashdown Rootmaster RM-500-EVO III, a compact yet powerful bass amplifier head that delivers 500 watts of pure tonal versatility. Designed for gigging bassists, it offers an impressive range of features, all housed in a lightweight and durable chassis built to handle the demands of the road.
Key Features
- 500 Watts of Power: Plenty of headroom for any gig or studio session, offering clean, punchy tones and dynamic response.
- Advanced EQ Section: A 5-band EQ with controls for Bass, Lo-Mid, Middle, Hi-Mid, and Treble lets you fine-tune your sound with precision.
- Ashdown Sub Harmonic Generator: Add depth and richness to your tone with this signature feature, delivering an octave below your playing for massive low-end impact.
- Valve Emulated Drive & Compression Control: Achieve warm, natural overdrive and smooth compression to shape your tone for any musical style.
- Built-In Analogue Cab Sim DI Output: Perfect for direct recording or connecting to a PA system while maintaining your tonal character.
- Rugged and Portable Design: Weighing just 5kg, it’s easy to transport, while the durable construction ensures it stands up to life on the road.
Specifications
- Power Output: 500 Watts
- Power Requirements: 115-230 Volts
- Speaker Outputs: 2 x Neutrik Speakon/Jack Outputs
- Frequency Response: -3dB at 22Hz and 25kHz
- High Instrument: Impedance 3.9m Ohms, Input Range 150mv - 20 P-P
- Low Instrument: Impedance 10k Ohms, Input Range 300mv - 405V P-P
- Line Input: Impedance 22k Ohms, Input Level 0dbu Nominal
- DI Output: 420 Ohm Balanced, Level 0dbu Nominal
- Minimum Impedance: 4 Ohms
- Bass: +/-15dB at 100Hz
- Lo-Mid: +/-15dB at 340Hz
- Middle: +/-15dB at 660Hz
- Hi-Mid: +/-15dB at 1.6kHz
- Treble: +/-15dB at 7kHz Shelving
- Send: Impedance 22k Ohm, Level 0dBu Nominal
- Return: Impedance 22k Ohms, Input Level 0dBu Nominal
- Distortion: Less than 0.5% THD
- Dimensions (H x W x D): 89 x 311 x 235 mm
- Weight: 5kg
Why Choose the Ashdown Rootmaster RM-500-EVO III?
Whether you're performing live, recording in the studio, or practicing at home, the RM-500-EVO III delivers exceptional versatility and tonal control. Its lightweight design ensures easy portability, while features like the Sub Harmonic Generator and valve emulated drive give you access to Ashdown’s signature sound.
Experience the perfect blend of power, portability, and performance with the Ashdown Rootmaster RM-500-EVO III—your ultimate bass amp solution.
| Manufacturer | Ashdown |
|---|---|
| SKU | 335141 |
| Shipping Weight (kg) | 6.000000 |
| MPN | RM-500-EVO III |
| Colour | black |
| Warranty | 2 Years |
| Series | EVO III |
Extended Christmas Exchanges
For orders placed between 12th November and 24th December 2024, you’ll have until 31st January 2025 to exchange your purchase for a product of the same value, or pay the difference for a more expensive piece of gear. Find out more*.
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- Weekend UK Mainland Delivery (Saturday-Sunday): £19.99
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*Please note, we cannot accept returns of:
- Special/Custom Orders - Any order that is custom or has been personalised.
- Products with Hygiene Seals - Microphones, any in-ear earphones, monitors, orchestral instruments with mouthpieces and any other items that touch your mouth, nose or inner ear if you have broken the hygienic seal on the packaging.
- Software & Media - Any software or media that has been opened or registered via physical or digital means.
- Any product containing a valve, e.g valve amps are only covered for 90 days from purchase.
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