Pre Loved Ashdown MF 284-H Guitar Amplifier Head

This pre loved Ashdown MF 284-H Guitar Amplifier Head is in excellent condition.

Overview

The Ashdown MF 284-H is a compact, all-tube guitar amplifier head that combines classic valve warmth with modern flexibility. Part of Ashdown’s “MF” (Modern-Vintage) line, it’s designed to deliver boutique-style tone with straightforward controls and solid build quality, making it suitable for both studio and stage use.

Key Specs & Features

• Power Output: 28 watts RMS.

• Power Tubes: Four EL84 valves, delivering natural tube saturation and rich harmonic overtones.

• Preamp Tubes: Three ECC83 valves, giving a dynamic, responsive front end.

• Channels: Single-channel design with straightforward gain and EQ control.

• Controls:

  • Gain

  • Bass

  • Middle

  • Treble

  • Master volume

• EQ Section: Classic 3-band passive tone stack for shaping lows, mids, and highs.

• Construction: Robust steel chassis with Ashdown’s signature styling.

• Size & Portability: Compact head format — lighter and more portable than many larger valve amps.

• Speaker Outputs: Designed to pair with Ashdown 2x12 or 4x12 cabs, with multiple output impedance options.

Sound & Tone

• Tone Character: British-voiced, warm midrange, tight low end, and chimey highs.

• Dynamic Response: Touch-sensitive — cleans up with lighter picking and guitar volume roll-off, breaks up smoothly when pushed.

• Overdrive: Natural valve overdrive, ranging from mild breakup to full-bodied crunch.

• Versatility: Works well for blues, rock, indie, and classic hard rock styles.