Ashdown SBM 2x10" 500w
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Ashdown
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Essential Information About the "SBM 2x10 500W" Amp
- Compact, lightweight (18 kg) 2x10 bass combo made in the United Kingdom, ideal for rehearsals and stage performances.
- 500 W of reserve power with external cabinet (8 ohms) and 250 W on the internal speakers for true dynamic headroom.
- Sica 10-inch speakers for tight lows and precise mids.
- Complete equipment: 5-band EQ, built-in overdrive, effects loop, balanced DI output, headphone output.
Historical Context and Positioning in the Range
Inspired by the famous "Studio" series, the SBM 2x10 carries the light and plug-and-play DNA of those combos while adding British manufacturing and higher working power. Within the range, it establishes itself as the versatile 2x10 model for demanding bassists seeking a reliable, compact amp ready for the stage.
Who This Amp Is For
Designed for the modern bassist, from amateur bands to professional musicians, it covers home use (headphone output), studio (balanced DI), and stage (500 W with external cabinet). Its 2x10 format excels in pop, rock, funk, soul, and fusion, where attack, clarity, and punch are sought without sacrificing the foundation of the low end.
Technical specifications
| Category | Bass combo | Number of effects | 1 |
| Technology | Solid state | Speaker diameter | 10" |
| Input | instrument jack | Number of speakers | 2 |
| Output | Speakon | EQ | 5 channels |
| External cabinet output | Yes | Headphone output | Jack 6.35 |
| Effects loop | Yes | Power output | 500 W |
| Cabinet | Straight | Weight | 18 kg |
| Cabinet impedance (Ω) | 8 Ω | Dimensions (mm) | 582 x 455 x 644 |
Questions frequently asked
What power does the Ashdown SBM 2x10" 500w deliver?
The power reaches 250 W with the two internal speakers, then 500 W when an 8-ohm external cabinet is connected.
Can an external cabinet be connected to this bass combo?
The Speakon outputs allow for connection of an external cabinet. With an 8-ohm load, the maximum specified power is 500 W.
Does the SBM 2x10 have a DI output and a headphone jack?
A balanced DI output is provided to connect the amp to a PA system or audio interface. A 6.35 mm jack headphone output allows for silent playing. The instrument input also uses a 6.35 mm jack.
What sound does the 2 x 10 inch configuration provide?
The two 10-inch Sica speakers deliver defined attack and fast bass response. This setup is particularly suitable for pop, rock, funk, soul, and fusion styles.
What controls and effects are included?
A 5-band EQ enables precise tone shaping, while a built-in overdrive adds saturation. An effects loop is also available for integrating external effects.
