Key Features
- 30 watt all-valve design delivers warm, harmonically rich bass tone
- 4x EL84 power valves provide classic punch with natural compression
- Balanced DI output offers simple integration into recording setups
- Passive EQ with shift switches delivers flexible and musical tone shaping
- Front-mounted valve-driven FX loop provides easy pedal integration
Ashdown CTM-30-TWEED 30W Bass Head - Ex Demo Overview
The Ashdown CTM-30 Tweed 30 Watt Bass Head is designed for bassists working in studios and smaller live spaces who value genuine valve character. Built around an all-valve circuit, it delivers classic warmth with a responsive feel that suits detailed playing and expressive dynamics. The compact format makes it easy to place in tight setups, while still offering the depth and richness expected from a traditional valve amp.
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Full Description
View Full DescriptionAll-valve tone with classic warmth
At the heart of the CTM-30 Tweed is a full valve signal path designed to deliver organic bass tone. Its 30 watt output may look modest on paper, but the four EL84 power valves provide a full and confident sound that feels dynamic and responsive. Notes bloom naturally, making this head well suited to players who enjoy touch-sensitive response. For recording sessions, this valve character translates into rich harmonic detail without needing excessive volume.
Studio-friendly features built in
This bass head is equipped with a balanced DI output that makes direct recording straightforward. The DI delivers a clean, line-level signal that captures the amp’s tonal character, helping you achieve consistent results in studio environments. With a frequency response spanning 30 Hz to 16 kHz, the CTM-30 Tweed covers the full bass range comfortably. It is a practical choice for players who want reliable valve tone without complex routing or extra equipment.
Interactive EQ for practical tone shaping
The passive Bass, Middle, and Treble controls form an interactive EQ section that encourages hands-on adjustment. Alongside these rotary controls, Bass Shift, Mid Shift, and Bright switches expand the tonal range, making it easier to dial in classic warmth or a more forward, defined sound. The passive circuit responds musically across its range, rewarding careful adjustments and allowing you to shape your tone to suit different basses and playing approaches.
Designed for flexible rig integration
For live use and pedal setups, the CTM-30 Tweed includes a front-mounted valve-driven effects loop. The valve-recovered return helps maintain tonal consistency when using external effects, keeping the signal clear and controlled. Speaker outputs for 4 Ohm and 8 Ohm cabinets offer flexibility when pairing with different enclosures. Combined with its compact size and tweed finish, this head fits comfortably into a range of setups while delivering dependable all-valve performance.
Specifications
- Power Output: 30 Watts (All-Valve)
- Frequency Response: 30 Hz – 16 kHz
- Power Tubes: 4 × EL84
- Preamp Tubes: 1 × ECC83, 1 × ECC82
- Impedance: Minimum Load 4Ω Connections
- Speaker Outputs: Jack Sockets (4Ω And 8Ω)
- High Instrument Input: 450 mV
- Low Instrument Input: 150 mV
- DI Output: Line Level, –1k
- Effects Send: Valve-Driven Instrument Level
- Effects Return: Valve Recovered
- EQ: Passive Bass, Middle, Treble Rotary Controls
- Additional Tone Shaping: Bass Shift, Mid Shift, Bright Switch
- Circuit: Passive EQ Section (Interactive, No Sound When All Controls At Zero)
- Tonal Range: Classic Fat Bass Warmth, Contemporary Valve Punch With Harmonic Richness
- Designed For: Studio Recording, Intimate Gigs, And DI Integration
- Height: 383 mm
- Width: 570 mm
- Depth: 351 mm
- Net Weight: 12 kg
- Product Code: CTM-30-TWEED-EXDEMO-CDA2090-PMT
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