Ashdown Combo Peacemaker 20 watts 1x12" Celestion Creamback made in UK
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What you need to know
What you need to know
- 20 W all-tube combo handmade in the UK, designed for both stage and studio use.
- 2 x 6V6 tubes and a Celestion Creamback 12-inch speaker: warmth, singing mids, and precise attack.
- 2 channels + footswitchable Boost (FS-2): from sparkling clean to expressive drive, with a true output level for solos.
- Dark/Light voicing, channel coupling, reverb, effects loop, and Record Out: a versatile combo without unnecessary complexity.
Manufacturer Information
Ashdown
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Historical Context and Positioning in the Range
With the Peacemaker UK series, Ashdown revives a proudly "British" spirit in a Custom Shop approach: meticulous craftsmanship, all-tube circuits, and settings focused on playing. The PM-20C positions itself as the "gig-ready combo" format in this family: the same philosophy as the head version, with an integrated 1x12 Creamback to keep a compact, coherent rig that is immediately usable for rehearsals, clubs, and studio recording.
Who This Amp Is For
The PM-20C targets guitarists who want a true tube feel (dynamics, tone, volume response) without the hassle of a complicated setup. It suits both the intermediate player looking for their first "nice amp" and the experienced player wanting a reliable combo for work and stage. Its 20 W power is ideal for rehearsals and small to medium venues (and very comfortable in the studio), with a perfect palette for blues, vintage rock, classic rock, indie, and anything requiring organic crunch and solid cleans with pedals.
Technical specifications
| Category | Guitar combo | Category | Amplifier |
| Technology | Tubes | Number of effects | 1 |
| External cabinet output | Yes | Number of channels | 2 |
| Effects loop | Yes | Speaker diameter | 12" |
| Reverb | Yes | Number of speakers | 1 |
| Footswitch input | Yes | EQ | 3 channels |
| Pre-amp tubes | 3 x ECC83 | Speaker model | Celestion-G12M-65 Creamback |
| Cabinet | Straight | Color | Black |
| Cabinet impedance (Ω) | 16 Ω | Power output | 20 W |
| Speaker | Half-open | Weight | 22.5 kg |
| Attenuator | No | Dimensions (mm) | 630 x 570 x 380 |
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Questions frequently asked
Is the Ashdown Peacemaker 20 W combo suitable for rehearsals and live performances?
Its 20 W power and 12-inch Celestion G12M-65 Creamback speaker are ideal for rehearsals, small to medium venues, and studio use. The combo format brings together the amplifier and speaker in a compact unit measuring 630 x 570 x 380 mm.
What sound does the Peacemaker's Celestion Creamback deliver?
The 16-ohm Celestion G12M-65 Creamback provides dense mids and projection suitable for mixing. Paired with the 6V6 tube amplification, it supports detailed cleans, British-style crunch, and clear saturated chords.
What controls and channels are available?
Two channels are offered, each with gain, bass, mid, treble, and master controls. The Dark/Light switch alters the tonal color towards a rounder or more biting sound. A boost can be activated from the front panel or via an FS-2 footswitch.
Can effects pedals be connected to this combo?
An effects loop is included to place delays and modulations after the amp's distortion. The built-in reverb is the only onboard effect, while a Record Out output is provided for recording purposes.
Does the Peacemaker 20C accept an external speaker cabinet?
There is an external speaker output with a specified speaker impedance of 16 ohms. The built-in speaker is semi-open and the combo weighs 22.5 kg.
