Ashdown SX CAB 1X12" CELESTION SEVENTY 80 CLOSED BACK STRAIGHT
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Essential Information About the Ashdown SX 1x12 Speaker Cabinet
Essential Information About the Ashdown SX 1x12 Speaker Cabinet
- 1x12 straight format, closed cabinet : precise projection, tighter bass, and sharper attack, ideal for riffs that remain clear.
- Celestion Seventy 80 speaker : a versatile classic with a modern "British" character, comfortable from clean tones to heavy drive.
- 80 W at 16 ohms : perfect for a compact head in rehearsal, studio, or small gigs, with a comfortable margin if volume is controlled.
- 6.35mm Jack connectivity with daisy-chain output : easy to integrate into a stack and convenient for adding a second cabinet.
Manufacturer Information
Ashdown
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Historical Context and Positioning in the Range
The SX series (named after "Essex," an English region linked to the brand's history) embodies a tribute to British craftsmanship while adopting a more contemporary approach: a straightforward design, road-ready construction, and a sound immediately usable in current contexts. Within the Ashdown range, this SX cabinet positions itself as an accessible and effective solution to build a simple, reliable, and coherent guitar rig without sacrificing sonic identity.
Who This Amp Is For
This Ashdown SX guitar cabinet is aimed at beginner to intermediate guitarists who want to upgrade to a real 1x12 cab, as well as experienced musicians seeking a compact cabinet for rehearsals, studio recording, or concerts in a lightweight setup. Its straight format and closed cabinet make it highly relevant for rock, hard rock, punk, grunge, and modern saturated styles, while remaining credible in blues and pop when a tighter low end and more focused projection are desired.
Technical specifications
| Category | Guitar cabinet | Attenuator | No |
| Input | jack | Speaker diameter | 12" |
| Output | Jack | Number of speakers | 1 |
| External cabinet output | Yes | Speaker model | Celestion-Seventy 80 |
| Effects loop | No | Color | Black |
| Cabinet | Straight | Power output | 80 W |
| Cabinet impedance (Ω) | 16 Ω | Weight | 16.62 kg |
| Speaker | Close | Dimensions (mm) | 610 x 550 x 390 |
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Questions frequently asked
Which amp head can be used with this Ashdown SX 1x12 cabinet?
The cabinet impedance is 16 Ω. An amp head with a speaker output matched to 16 Ω is therefore required. The cabinet's power handling is 80 W.
What sound does a closed 1x12 cabinet with Celestion Seventy 80 deliver?
The closed configuration with 12-inch Celestion Seventy 80 speaker provides tight low end and a direct attack. The mids remain clear, while palm mutes retain impact when saturated. This response suits rock, hard rock, punk, and grunge styles.
Can a second cabinet be connected to this cabinet?
With its jack output for an external cabinet, it is possible to chain a second cabinet.
What are the dimensions and weight of the cabinet?
The vertical format measures 610 x 550 x 390 mm. Its weight is 16.62 kg.
What connections are present on this Ashdown cabinet?
The connections use 6.35 mm jack sockets for input and output. No effects loop or attenuator is built in.
