Pow_22 Posted August 24, 2015 Posted August 24, 2015 (edited) [size=4][font=arial,helvetica,sans-serif][color=#000000]Very tentative feeler to gauge interest:-[/color][/font][/size] [size=4][font=arial,helvetica,sans-serif][color=#000000]Here we have an Ashdown DP200H – a 200w all valve [/color][/font][/size][font=Times New Roman][size=3][color=#000000][size=4][font=arial,helvetica,sans-serif]UK[/font][/size][/color][/size][/font][size=4][font=arial,helvetica,sans-serif][color=#000000] built amp. Serial number dates this to 2008.[/color][/font][/size] [size=4][font=arial,helvetica,sans-serif][color=#000000]It is in immaculate condition with no knocks, dings, scuffs or scrapes. The chrome and black exterior combined with the visible glowing quad of caged 6550 valves looks stunning. Its clearly taken a few design tips from the old Ampeg B15 heads.[/color][/font][/size] [size=4][font=arial,helvetica,sans-serif][color=#000000]It was re-valved in May this year with a matched set of 4 x Harma Retro 6550 valves. The pre-amp consists of a JJ ECC83 and a JJ ECC82. There is a further JJ ECC83 driver valve that sits in between the 6550's. [/color][/font][/size] [size=4][font=arial,helvetica,sans-serif][color=#000000]I bought this as I feel 200w valve wise is just right. Enough headroom but also you can drive the power valves to get the sweet tone without flattening small cities. The big plus here is that the lack of a traditional wooden case/sleeve means this is probably the lightest 200w valve amp out there – it feels lighter than my Hartke HA5500 in wooden case![/color][/font][/size] [size=4][font=arial,helvetica,sans-serif][color=#000000]The amp runs at 200w via ¼" jacks at either 4, 8 or 16ohm so should be able to power most of the commonly seen cabs.[/color][/font][/size] [size=4][font=arial,helvetica,sans-serif][color=#000000]It comes with the original box, manual & kettle lead. Viewings and trials are more than welcome and initially this is offered as a 'collection only' from [/color][/font][/size][font=Times New Roman][size=3][color=#000000][size=4][font=arial,helvetica,sans-serif]Bolton[/font][/size][/color][/size][/font][size=4][font=arial,helvetica,sans-serif][color=#000000]. I can deliver within reasonable distance.[/color][/font][/size] [size=4][font=arial,helvetica,sans-serif][color=#000000]As above this is very much a feeler to gauge interest and see if my idea of pricing is correct. I have yet to line up a replacement amp and so as such im setting it at [b]£875.00.[/b] [/color][/font][/size] [size=4][font=arial,helvetica,sans-serif][color=#000000]The ONLY trade/part-ex deal I would consider would be an Ampeg V4BH with cash my way[/color][/font][/size] [size=4][font=arial,helvetica,sans-serif][color=#000000]Pictures will be served forthwith[/color][/font][/size] Edited January 5, 2016 by Pow_22
Pow_22 Posted August 24, 2015 Author Posted August 24, 2015 [IMG]http://i112.photobucket.com/albums/n181/noelgallagheruk/64E189A0-267D-445E-B27C-BCC957A0D275_zpsvkhrfjw9.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i112.photobucket.com/albums/n181/noelgallagheruk/8D902F0A-66F0-4E25-BB6B-07D07E114C00_zpsimw0hmze.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i112.photobucket.com/albums/n181/noelgallagheruk/AAA83E2E-7E05-4BEF-B269-A7B716C1E59A_zps5tngkdzp.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i112.photobucket.com/albums/n181/noelgallagheruk/205EFF98-2EE0-4069-829C-1FBDA781986A_zps87crbpsw.jpg[/IMG]
gary mac Posted August 24, 2015 Posted August 24, 2015 [quote name='discreet' timestamp='1440420975' post='2850507'] Holy Mother of God!! [/quote] Indeed.
Pow_22 Posted August 24, 2015 Author Posted August 24, 2015 [IMG]http://i112.photobucket.com/albums/n181/noelgallagheruk/B12C092C-85C1-43A4-B489-130EA8BB39A2_zpsjcyxiqu6.jpg[/IMG] Obligatory glowing valves moneyshot
Pow_22 Posted August 26, 2015 Author Posted August 26, 2015 [IMG]http://i112.photobucket.com/albums/n181/noelgallagheruk/66EDD86D-7870-4704-AC69-3AE4978A572B_zpsb6dbqjlm.jpg[/IMG] [IMG]http://i112.photobucket.com/albums/n181/noelgallagheruk/7F80958D-A6DC-445F-81C7-0A7F52417A85_zpsp6vf1n1i.jpg[/IMG] Few more shots while it was out last night to test a cab i was selling
2elliot Posted August 26, 2015 Posted August 26, 2015 Oh, wow look at that stunner. Good luck with the sale
franzbassist Posted August 27, 2015 Posted August 27, 2015 I've always wanted one of these, but sadly I have no spare cash at the moment How wide is the head, as a matter of interest?
Pow_22 Posted August 28, 2015 Author Posted August 28, 2015 Main body is 51cm wide but there are two almost wing like handles that add a further 2 or 3 cm each side in the midde of the body....if that makes sense
Merton Posted August 28, 2015 Posted August 28, 2015 Another rare Ashdwn valve beasty! Good luck wth the sale, bet she's a cracker of an amp
Pow_22 Posted September 1, 2015 Author Posted September 1, 2015 Dug the box out of the loft and forgot it has fairly substantial polystyrene holding blocks in it. At a push i could probably ship in UK at buyers risk of course. Always used Paisley Freight will no problems to date. If interested give me a shout and ill get some quotes
Pow_22 Posted September 2, 2015 Author Posted September 2, 2015 Right oh, looks like ive got the replaent amp line up so no so much a feeler anymore. On that basis a little price drop to £835 collected
Pow_22 Posted September 8, 2015 Author Posted September 8, 2015 Managed to snag an SVT III non pro so that itch is scratched for now. As such i have amended the trades list to just the V4BH. As before shipping could be an option
franzbassist Posted September 8, 2015 Posted September 8, 2015 If I hadn't ordered a CTM from Ashdown a few weeks back I would have bought this when it first appeared
Merton Posted September 8, 2015 Posted September 8, 2015 [quote name='walbassist' timestamp='1441723547' post='2861213'] If I hadn't ordered a CTM from Ashdown a few weeks back I would have bought this when it first appeared [/quote] Are you getting another 100 or something else?
franzbassist Posted September 8, 2015 Posted September 8, 2015 [quote name='Merton' timestamp='1441726718' post='2861252'] Are you getting another 100 or something else? [/quote] Just a humble CTM30 Mert, but I've always loved the Drophead and would have pushed the boat out a bit more for it!
Merton Posted September 8, 2015 Posted September 8, 2015 [quote name='walbassist' timestamp='1441727792' post='2861268'] Just a humble CTM30 Mert, but I've always loved the Drophead and would have pushed the boat out a bit more for it! [/quote] The CTM30 is ace, I have one now! But yes there's something about the Drophead isn't there Hope it shifts soon!
discreet Posted September 8, 2015 Posted September 8, 2015 [quote name='Merton' timestamp='1441728196' post='2861276'] Hope it shifts soon! [/quote] So do I, because I come here every day just to look at it - and there's usually only one outcome in that situation!
Pow_22 Posted September 12, 2015 Author Posted September 12, 2015 Cheers guys. This is on ebay at £800 so i guess minus fees that puts it around £720 at BC price?
three Posted September 13, 2015 Posted September 13, 2015 (edited) I really don't know why I desperately want this. I messed around (expensively) with valve pres for years 'til it finally dawned that they don't suit me - I much prefer a SS tone - the crispness and immediacy really suit my playing style. Maybe it's the looks - the DH is outrageously beautiful and I'm amazed it's still here. If it hangs around much longer, my resistance will evaporate and I'll have another valve unit that won't suit my style. At the current price, this is a steal IMO. And it's just up the road Edited September 13, 2015 by three
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