Ashdown SX 5 W - B Stock

A compact head that embodies the spirit of the SX series

With the SX series, Ashdown brings its long-standing expertise in amplification to a more compact, accessible guitar format that is firmly focused on playing enjoyment. Designed in England with the idea of combining classic elegance, a true valve-based architecture and modern features, the SX-5H occupies a unique place in the range: a 5-watt head capable of bringing the character of a traditional amplifier to life in a format that is much easier to use on a daily basis.

The right choice for playing at home, recording and smart rehearsing

This head is aimed at guitarists primarily looking for the feel of a lively, responsive and inspiring valve amp, without having to deal with power that is difficult to control. It will suit both demanding amateur musicians and experienced players looking for a serious practice amp for the home studio, rehearsing at controlled volume or smaller setups. Its 5-watt format makes it easier to achieve natural crunch, with highly enjoyable dynamics for blues, classic rock, indie, garage and any style where right-hand technique matters just as much as the knob settings.

Technical specifications

Category	guitar amp head	Auxiliary input	yes
Technology	tubes	Effects loop	yes, series
Power	5 W	Headphone output	yes
Number of channels	1	Emulated recording output	yes
Preamp tube	ECC83	Speaker mute	yes
Power tube	EL84	External speaker cabinet output	yes
EQ	3-band	Loudspeaker outputs	8 ohms and 16 ohms
Controls	gain, bass, middle, treble, master, reverb, mix	Dimensions (mm)	560 x 380 x 350
Reverb	yes	Weight	11.80 kg
Stealth switch	yes, reduces overall volume with tonal compensation	Covering	classic style with Tolex covering
Instrument input	6.35 mm jack