Musicman20 Posted Monday at 17:00 Posted Monday at 17:00 That’s a reasonable price for a UK manufactured amp. Quote
AndyTravis Posted Monday at 17:35 Posted Monday at 17:35 New ABM-600-EVO IV For me via @walshy Very pleased with it. 3 Quote
la bam Posted yesterday at 12:29 Posted yesterday at 12:29 They do some out there things sometime ashdown. I can't work out why they'd market the new abm in that metal case with no protection. It's either to keep costs down, but then offer you the wooden sleeve at extra cost, or just a bit crazy. We know it won't last without protection with all those exposed knobs and sliders. I said it before about the RM - just add a clippable lid front and back and that would be miles better. Full protection, no need for a heavy wooden cover and very easy to use. 2 Quote
dagrev Posted yesterday at 12:33 Posted yesterday at 12:33 20 hours ago, chyc said: Interestingly Ashdown have updated their product range, and the ABM Evo V is no more. In its place is a new ABM Evo IV with an all-metal chassis. I think it looks fantastic, and it will continue to look fantastic right up to the first time you take it out the house . https://ashdownmusic.com/products/uk-abm-600-evo-iv I like it in that it would be lighter, but your point is valid about taking it around. I think I like what I'm used to and tend to prefer the looks with the case. 1 Quote
BassAdder60 Posted yesterday at 12:33 Posted yesterday at 12:33 18 hours ago, AndyTravis said: New ABM-600-EVO IV For me via @walshy Very pleased with it. Great amps Quote
chyc Posted yesterday at 12:54 Posted yesterday at 12:54 (edited) 1 hour ago, la bam said: They do some out there things sometime ashdown. I can't work out why they'd market the new abm in that metal case with no protection. It's either to keep costs down, but then offer you the wooden sleeve at extra cost, or just a bit crazy. We know it won't last without protection with all those exposed knobs and sliders. Totally agree with you. I have dropped my ABM, and the wooden sleeve saved me big time. Saying that, the all-metal cover looks damn cool in my opinion. I see they've removed the AGM model from their line-up, which is sad as they looked rather nice. Actually, they sold two similar AGM amps, one in a wooden enclosure, one in a metal one. Was that Ashdown testing the waters? Edited yesterday at 14:24 by chyc Quote
Russ Posted 15 hours ago Posted 15 hours ago 12 hours ago, la bam said: They do some out there things sometime ashdown. I can't work out why they'd market the new abm in that metal case with no protection. It's either to keep costs down, but then offer you the wooden sleeve at extra cost, or just a bit crazy. We know it won't last without protection with all those exposed knobs and sliders. I said it before about the RM - just add a clippable lid front and back and that would be miles better. Full protection, no need for a heavy wooden cover and very easy to use. I like the look without the case - it's smaller, and probably substantially lighter too. But they should sell it with a gig bag, like they did with the first-gen Rootmasters. Although maybe not with the wool lining! Quote
chyc Posted 9 hours ago Posted 9 hours ago 5 hours ago, Russ said: I like the look without the case - it's smaller, and probably substantially lighter too. But they should sell it with a gig bag, like they did with the first-gen Rootmasters. Although maybe not with the wool lining! Sadly it's actually heavier if going by their website (links to source) ABM EVO-IV Metal: 13.8kg ABM EVO-IV Wood: 12.5kg I agree, a gig bag would put my mind at ease immensely. Quote
Russ Posted 5 hours ago Posted 5 hours ago 4 hours ago, chyc said: Sadly it's actually heavier if going by their website (links to source) ABM EVO-IV Metal: 13.8kg ABM EVO-IV Wood: 12.5kg I agree, a gig bag would put my mind at ease immensely. The alternative is getting a camera case or an actual rack, which, to me, seems kinda pointless if you’re reducing the bulk by ditching the wooden sleeve! Surprised about the weight - it only has one more metal panel than the normal version (on the top) and that has to weigh less than the sleeve. Has to be a mistake. Quote
la bam Posted 3 hours ago Posted 3 hours ago They should just add the end lids like this... Ie no need to alter the abm, just add 2 clippable ends on. Lightweight, easier to use, looks cool. Quote
Russ Posted 1 hour ago Posted 1 hour ago 2 hours ago, la bam said: They should just add the end lids like this... Ie no need to alter the abm, just add 2 clippable ends on. Lightweight, easier to use, looks cool. Mark G just confirmed on FB that there's going to be a gig bag coming. So that's cool. Quote
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