Big Ashdown Tone Without the Weight
The Ashdown Studio 12 is built for bass players who want professional tone in a lightweight, easy-to-carry combo. Delivering 100 watts through a custom-designed 12-inch speaker, it produces the warm, punchy character Ashdown is renowned for, while weighing just 11.7kg, making it ideal for rehearsals, home practice, recording and smaller live performances.
Featuring a responsive 5-band EQ, valve-emulated overdrive, and balanced XLR DI output, the Studio 12 offers the flexibility and performance serious bassists expect in a highly portable package.
FEATURES
- 100-Watt Bass Combo Amplifier – Delivers ample power for practice, rehearsals and intimate live performances.
- Custom 12" Ashdown Speaker – Produces a full, punchy bass response with excellent clarity.
- Ultra-Lightweight Design – Weighs just 11.7kg for easy transport without sacrificing tone.
- 5-Band EQ – Fine-tune your sound with Bass, Low Mid, Mid, High Mid and Treble controls.
- Valve-Emulated Drive – Adds natural warmth, grit and harmonic richness when required.
- Pre-Shape Control – Instantly access Ashdown's signature bass voicing.
- Balanced XLR DI Output – Connect directly to a PA system or recording interface.
- Headphone Output – Ideal for silent practice.
- Line Input – Play along with backing tracks or your favourite songs.
- Footswitchable Drive – Switch overdrive on and off during performance (footswitch sold separately).
Our Take
The Studio 12 is perfect for bass players who are tired of choosing between great tone and portability. Ashdown has managed to retain the warm, authoritative character the brand is known for while dramatically reducing the weight, making this a genuinely practical amplifier for musicians who regularly carry their own gear.
The 12-inch speaker provides a noticeable step up in low-end fullness compared to smaller practice amplifiers, making the Studio 12 equally comfortable at home, in the rehearsal room or on stage. Combined with the versatile 5-band EQ, valve-emulated drive and professional DI output, it's an excellent choice for gigging musicians, church players and advancing bassists looking for a lightweight combo that doesn't compromise on sound.
Specifications
Amplifier
- 100W Output Power
- Valve-Emulated Drive
- Footswitchable Overdrive
- Pre Shape Control
Speaker
- 1 × 12" Custom Ashdown Speaker
EQ
- 5-Band Equaliser
- Bass
- Low Mid
- Mid
- High Mid
- Treble
Connectivity
- Instrument Input
- Line Input
- Headphone Output
- Balanced XLR DI Output
- Line Mix Control
Construction
- Lightweight Poplar Ply Cabinet
- Heavy-Duty Tolex Covering
- Chrome Metal Corner Protectors
Dimensions
- Height: 508mm
- Width: 412mm
- Depth: 355mm
Weight
