Ashdown Peacemaker cabinet 2 x 12" Celestion Creamback
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What you need to know
What you need to know
- 20W all-tube with 2 x 6V6: an ideal format for studio, rehearsal, and small stages, with a true "touch-sensitive" response.
- Simple and effective controls (Gain, Bass, Mid, Treble, Master) to quickly switch from a bright clean to an organic overdrive.
- Footswitchable Boost (FS-2 compatible footswitch, not included) to stand out in solos or push the overdrive without adjusting the settings.
- Built-in load designed to play/record more comfortably, even at controlled volume, while preserving the tone of a tube amp.
Manufacturer Information
Ashdown
https://www.ashdownmusic.com
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Historical Context and Positioning in the Range
The Peacemaker PM-20H Classic Custom Shop Studio fits within a "boutique" philosophy: a hand-built guitar amp head made in the UK, designed to recapture the direct pleasure of a tube circuit without unnecessary complexity. In a lineup focused on tone, dynamics, and playing feel, this 20W model positions itself as the compact and versatile option: powerful enough to breathe with a cabinet, yet reasonable enough to exploit natural overdrive more easily than a large head dedicated to big stages.
Who This Amp Is For
This amp head is aimed at intermediate to advanced guitarists who want a true all-tube amp with a strong character, capable of handling pedals and attack variations. It is particularly suitable for contexts where high sound quality is sought without carrying a heavy combo: home studio, cab recording, rehearsals, club gigs, or stage with mic'ing. Style-wise, it is comfortable from blues to rock (vintage to modern), and can also cover more aggressive genres with a good drive or boost pedal in front, thanks to its rich harmonic foundation typical of 6V6 tubes.
Technical specifications
| Category | Guitar cabinet | Attenuator | No |
| Input | jack | Speaker diameter | 12" |
| Output | Cabinet jack | Number of speakers | 2 |
| External cabinet output | Yes | Speaker model | Celestion-G12M-65 Creamback |
| Effects loop | No | Headphone output | No |
| Cabinet | Straight | Color | Black |
| Cabinet impedance (Ω) | 16 Ω | Power output | 130 W |
Questions frequently asked
What is the impedance of the Ashdown Peacemaker 2x12 Creamback cabinet?
The rated impedance is 16 Ω; the associated amplifier head must therefore have a speaker output compatible with 16 Ω.
What speakers are equipped in this Ashdown 2x12 cabinet?
The cabinet is loaded with two Celestion G12M-65 Creamback 12-inch speakers. The setup has a power handling capacity of 130 W.
Is this cabinet suitable for a 20 W head?
With a power rating of 130 W and an impedance of 16 Ω, this cabinet can be paired with a 20 W head that has a 16 Ω output. Matching the impedance between the amp's speaker output and the cabinet remains necessary.
Is the Ashdown Peacemaker cabinet straight or angled?
The configuration is straight, featuring two 12-inch speakers.
Where is the Peacemaker 2x12 cabinet made?
The manufacturing is carried out in the United Kingdom.



