Ashdown Peacemaker 80w
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What you need to know
What you need to know
- 80 W all-tube hand-built in the UK: 4 x EL84 power tubes, 3 x ECC83 preamp tubes for expressive dynamics and authentic warmth.
- Two channels clean/overdrive, Dark/Light voicing, and footswitchable Boost to instantly switch from chiseled clean to singing drive.
- Effects loop, channel linking, and 3 speaker outputs 6.35mm Jack for easy integration in the studio, rehearsal, and on stage.
- Internal load for silent operation and amp protection when no speaker cabinet is connected.
Manufacturer Information
Ashdown
https://www.ashdownmusic.com
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Historical Context and Positioning in the Range
Born from British workshop expertise, the PM-80H carries the DNA of classic British heads while adapting it to modern demands. Its "Custom Shop" format and 80 W power place it at the top of the Peacemaker family: a high-end head designed for both stage and studio, with refined finish and touring reliability.Who This Amp Is For
Ideal for intermediate to professional guitarists, the PM-80H effortlessly covers rehearsals, club or festival stages, and recording. Its highly defined clean channel perfectly accepts pedals, while the overdrive channel serves blues, classic rock, indie, vintage hard rock, and modern pop styles. The wide headroom and attack response make it a precise partner for both rhythm and lead guitarists.Technical specifications
| Category | Guitar amp head | Footswitch input | Yes |
| Technology | Tubes | Amp tubes | 4 x EL84 |
| Input | instrument jack | Pre-amp tubes | 3 x ECC83 |
| Output | Cabinet 3 x jack | Number of channels | 2 |
| External cabinet output | Yes | EQ | 3 channels |
| Effects loop | Yes | Power output | 80 W |
| Power | 80 W | Instrument input | 6.35 mm Jack |
| Made in | United Kingdom | Footswitch connection | Yes |
| Power amp tubes | 4 x EL84 | External speaker cabinet output | Yes |
| Preamp tubes | 3 x ECC83 | Speaker outputs | 3 x 6.35 mm Jack |
| Controls | Gain, Bass, Middle, Treble, Master (3-band EQ) | Channel Link | Yes |
| Voicing | Dark/Light | Internal load | Yes |
| Boost | Footswitchable | ||
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Questions frequently asked
What power does the Ashdown Peacemaker 80W head deliver?
This all-tube head delivers 80 W thanks to a power stage equipped with 4 EL84 tubes, providing headroom suitable for rehearsal, stage, and studio use.
Can this head be used without a speaker cabinet?
The internal load allows usage without a speaker cabinet and facilitates silent working.
What sounds and styles can the saturated channel cover?
The drive channel produces a tight crunch and rich harmonic saturation. The 3 ECC83 tubes in the preamp contribute to the amp's dynamic response. This setup is particularly suited to blues, classic rock, indie, vintage hard rock, and modern pop genres.
How do the boost and footswitch work?
A footswitch-activated boost is provided via the footswitch connection, using a FS-2 type switch which is not included.
What speaker and effects connections are available?
Three 6.35 mm jack speaker outputs are available for connecting an external cabinet. An effects loop allows placing delays, reverbs, or modulations after the preamp.
