{"product_id":"ashton-bass-50-bass-combo","title":"Ashton Bass 50 Bass Combo","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis second hand bass guitar amp is in great condition\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"space-y-3 mt-3\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"group\/ai-message-item space-y-3 break-words\" id=\"2czeVwoNDPLvHPg57F2uL-content-0\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"font-ligatures-none whitespace-pre-wrap\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eAshton Bass 50\u003c\/strong\u003e is a no‑nonsense, budget‑friendly amp that punches above its price, offering solid low‑end response, simple controls, and enough volume for home use or very small jams. It’s not refined, but it’s reliable, easy to live with, and surprisingly capable for beginners or as a backup rig.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"relative pb-6 w-full after:border-b after:border-stroke-300 after:w-full after:absolute after:mt-3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"text-lg-strong pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:first-child)]:pt-3.5\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e Overview\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"font-ligatures-none whitespace-pre-wrap\"\u003eThe Ashton Bass 50 is a compact \u003cstrong\u003e50‑watt bass combo\u003c\/strong\u003e aimed squarely at entry‑level players and anyone needing a straightforward practice solution. Ashton gear tends to prioritise durability and affordability over finesse, and this amp fits that mould perfectly: rugged build, simple layout, and a tone that’s usable right out of the box.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"relative pb-6 w-full after:border-b after:border-stroke-300 after:w-full after:absolute after:mt-3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"text-lg-strong pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:first-child)]:pt-3.5\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e Sound \u0026amp; Performance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul role=\"list\" class=\"relative list-outside marker:text-foreground-750 dark:marker:text-foreground-600 flex flex-col ms-4 px-1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"ps-2\" style=\"opacity: 1;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"font-ligatures-none whitespace-pre-wrap\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLow‑end response:\u003c\/strong\u003e The 12\" speaker delivers a warm, rounded bass tone. It’s not ultra‑tight or studio‑clean, but it’s full enough for fingerstyle, pick playing, and basic slap.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"ps-2\" style=\"opacity: 1;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"font-ligatures-none whitespace-pre-wrap\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeadroom:\u003c\/strong\u003e At 50 watts, it handles home practice effortlessly and can keep up with an acoustic guitarist or a quiet drummer. Push it too far and it compresses, but that’s expected at this wattage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"ps-2\" style=\"opacity: 1;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"font-ligatures-none whitespace-pre-wrap\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEQ flexibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e The 3‑band EQ is basic but effective. The mid control is the most useful dialling in presence or scooping for a more modern sound.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"ps-2\" style=\"opacity: 1;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"font-ligatures-none whitespace-pre-wrap\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNoise floor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Slight hiss at higher gain settings, typical for budget amps, but nothing problematic.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"relative pb-6 w-full after:border-b after:border-stroke-300 after:w-full after:absolute after:mt-3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"text-lg-strong pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:first-child)]:pt-3.5\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul role=\"list\" class=\"relative list-outside marker:text-foreground-750 dark:marker:text-foreground-600 flex flex-col ms-4 px-1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"ps-2\" style=\"opacity: 1;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"font-ligatures-none whitespace-pre-wrap\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e50 watts\u003c\/strong\u003e – enough for practice and light rehearsal\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"ps-2\" style=\"opacity: 1;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"font-ligatures-none whitespace-pre-wrap\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e12\" speaker\u003c\/strong\u003e – warm, forgiving voicing\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"ps-2\" style=\"opacity: 1;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"font-ligatures-none whitespace-pre-wrap\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e3‑band EQ\u003c\/strong\u003e – simple but functional\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"ps-2\" style=\"opacity: 1;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"font-ligatures-none whitespace-pre-wrap\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHeadphone output\u003c\/strong\u003e – ideal for silent practice\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"ps-2\" style=\"opacity: 1;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"font-ligatures-none whitespace-pre-wrap\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAux input\u003c\/strong\u003e – handy for playing along with tracks\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"ps-2\" style=\"opacity: 1;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"font-ligatures-none whitespace-pre-wrap\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSturdy cabinet\u003c\/strong\u003e , Ashton’s usual tough, gig‑bag‑friendly build\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"relative pb-6 w-full after:border-b after:border-stroke-300 after:w-full after:absolute after:mt-3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"text-lg-strong pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:first-child)]:pt-3.5\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuild Quality\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"font-ligatures-none whitespace-pre-wrap\"\u003eAshton amps are known for being \u003cstrong\u003esurprisingly rugged\u003c\/strong\u003e, and the Bass 50 follows suit. The cabinet feels solid, the knobs have decent resistance, and the handle is strong enough for regular transport. It’s heavier than some modern equivalents, but still easily portable.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"relative pb-6 w-full after:border-b after:border-stroke-300 after:w-full after:absolute after:mt-3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"text-lg-strong pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:first-child)]:pt-3.5\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e Real‑World Use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"font-ligatures-none whitespace-pre-wrap\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHome practice:\u003c\/strong\u003e Excellent. Enough volume, decent tone, and headphone capability. \u003cstrong\u003eSmall rehearsals:\u003c\/strong\u003e Works if the band isn’t loud. \u003cstrong\u003eRecording:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not ideal—no DI and the speaker isn’t particularly articulate. \u003cstrong\u003eBeginners:\u003c\/strong\u003e Perfect starter amp. \u003cstrong\u003eGigging:\u003c\/strong\u003e Not powerful enough unless mic’d.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"relative pb-6 w-full after:border-b after:border-stroke-300 after:w-full after:absolute after:mt-3\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"text-lg-strong pb-1 [\u0026amp;:not(:first-child)]:pt-3.5\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e Strengths\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul role=\"list\" class=\"relative list-outside marker:text-foreground-750 dark:marker:text-foreground-600 flex flex-col ms-4 px-1\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"ps-2\" style=\"opacity: 1;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"font-ligatures-none whitespace-pre-wrap\"\u003eWarm, usable tone\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"ps-2\" style=\"opacity: 1;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"font-ligatures-none whitespace-pre-wrap\"\u003eTough build\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"ps-2\" style=\"opacity: 1;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"font-ligatures-none whitespace-pre-wrap\"\u003eSimple controls\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"ps-2\" style=\"opacity: 1;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"font-ligatures-none whitespace-pre-wrap\"\u003eGreat value for money\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"ps-2\" style=\"opacity: 1;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"font-ligatures-none whitespace-pre-wrap\"\u003eHeadphone + aux inputs for practice\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"font-ligatures-none whitespace-pre-wrap\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eAshton Bass 50\u003c\/strong\u003e is a solid, dependable practice amp that delivers more than you’d expect for its price. It’s ideal for beginners, casual players, or as a backup combo. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Ashton","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53893054529879,"sku":"SH BASS50","price":150.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0813\/1982\/1655\/files\/ashtonIMG_1984.jpg?v=1782759556","url":"https:\/\/shop.reidys.com\/products\/ashton-bass-50-bass-combo","provider":"Reidys Home Of Music","version":"1.0","type":"link"}