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Key Features
The Ashdown ABM 500 is a professional bass amplifier head designed to deliver powerful performance, extensive tone shaping and the distinctive tonal character that has made the ABM series a favourite among bass players for decades.
Combining a valve-driven preamp with a high-power solid-state output stage, the ABM 500 delivers warmth, punch and clarity across a wide range of musical styles. The flexible EQ section includes Ashdown's signature nine-band graphic equaliser, allowing detailed control over your sound in both live and studio environments.
Additional features such as onboard compression and the sub-harmonic generator provide further tonal flexibility, helping players create everything from vintage-inspired bass tones to modern, high-definition sounds. Rugged construction and dependable performance have made the ABM series a staple of rehearsal rooms, studios and touring rigs worldwide.
Whether paired with a compact cabinet or a full stage rig, the Ashdown ABM 500 remains a capable and versatile bass amplification solution.
| Model | ABM 500 |
| Manufacturer | Ashdown Engineering |
| Amplifier Type | Bass Amplifier Head |
| Power Output | 575 Watts RMS @ 4 Ohms |
| Preamp | Valve Driven |
| EQ | 9-Band Graphic Equaliser |
| Compression | Built-In Compressor |
| Sub Harmonics | Variable Sub-Harmonic Generator |
| Effects Loop | Yes |
| DI Output | Balanced XLR |
| Speaker Outputs | Speakon and Jack |
| Rackmountable | Yes |
| Finish | Black |
| Country of Manufacture | United Kingdom |