The Ashdown AA 50R Acoustic Combo Amp is a NAMM 2018 addition to Ashdowns classic acoustic amp range. Its loaded with 50 watts of power and a pair of 5″ Celestion speakers for ultimate projection and a retro late 80s/90s aesthetic – as well as excellent up-to-date features for a modern performance. Channel 1 (instrument channel) boasts both passive and active inputs as well as gain bass and treble rotary controls. The AA-50R also features a reverb division that can be conveniently turned on/off for each channel independently whilst the sensitivity can be controlled by a single rotary switch. Constructed from premium grade plywood the Ashdown 50R is also covered in Tolex vinyl providing a durable and rugged performance. The 5-band EQ allows you to find your perfect sound alongside the 16-position rotary control that provides a variety of pre-set reverbs to thicken the guitars natural voice. Equipped with post/pre-EQ XLR DI outputs that provide connection into a PA this amp also features an effects loop for external effects as well as Bluetooth connectivity – allowing you to play along and practice with a connected audio device. Quality construction From the top Ashdown’s AA combos are constructed using high quality plywood covered in Tolex vinyl and loaded with UK made 5-inch Celestion Speakers. This ensures they emit a quality sound whilst also looking the part and remaining incredibly durable throughout their lifetime. Versatile channels From left to right the front panel on the AA range encompasses a magnitude of well-organised and well-considered qualities and controls. Channel 1 is the instrument channel and features passive and active inputs with gain bass and treble rotary controls. Channel 2 reserved for microphones features a single XLR input with phantom power switch and gain control. The Reverb division also allows for the effect to be turned on/off for each channel independently whilst the sensitivity of the reverb is controlled with a single rotary switch for both channels at once. Find your perfect sound A master 5-band graphic EQ and adjustable notch filter makes it possible to fine tune your tone depending on your preference and room size whilst a 16-position rotary control lets the player choose from a host of pre-set reverbs from room to hall and delay settings – broadening your natural sound when required. On the rear post and pre-EQ XLR DI outputs allow the player to connect into a PA for larger gigs. Theres also an effects loop to allow the player to use external effects in series with the signal chain line input and output feeds and finally a balanced line input and built in Bluetooth for connecting external audio devices. Specifications Number of Speakers: 2 Watts: 50 Controls: Phase (Positive/Negative) Bluetooth GAIN BASS TREBLE PHANTOM GAIN REVERB MASTER EQUALISATION FREQ VOLUME PROGRAMME SELECT Weight: 9kg Dimensions (W x D x H): 435 x 240 x 260 (mm) Speaker: Celestion Sockets: FET ACTIVE MIC INPUT F/S JACK OUTPUT INPUT RETURN SEND POST EQ PRE EQ