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Ashdown CTM 100 - User Manual

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Summary

Ashdown Valve User Manual Overview

Welcome and Registration

Expresses gratitude for purchase and guides users to register their product online for support.

Front Panel Facilities and Controls

Input and Effects Loop

Details instrument inputs (LOW/HIGH) and the effects send/return loop for external devices.

Tone Shaping Controls

Explains EQ controls (Bass, Middle, Treble) and related shift and tone modification switches.

Gain, Master, and Mute Functions

Covers GAIN for signal level, MASTER for output volume, and MUTE for silencing.

DI Output and Metering

Describes the PRE/POST switch for DI output and the VU METER's functions.

Rear Panel Facilities

DI Output and Speaker Connections

Details the DI output for PA/recording and speaker outputs for cabinets, including impedance.

Power and Preheating Switches

Explains the OFF/PREHEAT switch for valve warming and STANDBY/FULL for operation.

Technical Specifications by Model

CTM 300, 100, DH200 Specs

Lists power output, preamp tubes, controls, and features for CTM 300, 100, and DH200 models.

CTM 30, LB30, DH 30 Specs

Lists power output, preamp tubes, controls, and features for CTM 30, LB30, and DH 30 models.

CTM 15, DH 15 Specs

Lists power output, preamp tubes, controls, and features for CTM 15 and DH 15 models.

Detailed Front Panel Functions

Input Selection and Control

Describes PASSIVE/ACTIVE input selection and the INPUT control for signal level adjustment.

EQ and Tone Shaping

Details EQ controls, EQ IN/OUT switch, and PUSH FLAT/SHAPE function for tone modification.

Valve Drive and Footswitch

Explains VALVE DRIVE control, its IN/OUT switch, and footswitch operation.

Amplifier Operational Features

Compression and Sub Harmonics

Describes compression for tone and sustain, and sub harmonics for thickening sound.

Muting and Tuning Outputs

Explains PUSH TO MUTE function and TUNER OUT socket for silent tuning.

Line Out and Output Level

Details LINE OUT for external amps and OUTPUT LEVEL for overall volume.

Rear Panel Connectivity and Operation

External Input and Effects Loop

Describes LINE INPUT for external sources and EFFECTS SEND/RETURN loop.

Footswitch and Speaker Outputs

Details the 4-WAY FOOTSWITCH SOCKET and SPEAKER OUTPUTS for cabinets.

Power Management Switches

Explains OFF/PREHEAT for valve warming and STANDBY/FULL for operation.

Detailed VU Meter and Bias Adjustment

VU Meter Functionality

Explains the VU meter's dual role in indicating audio output and tube balance/biasing.

Bias Adjustment Procedure

Guides users on how to adjust tube bias using the meter and rear panel trimmers.

Front Panel Controls Explained

Input and EQ Controls

Details input selection, input control, EQ controls, and tone shaping switches.

Gain, Master, and Mute Controls

Explains the GAIN, MASTER, and MUTE controls for amplifier operation.

Other Front Panel Features

Covers BRIGHT, MELLOW, MID SHIFT, BASS SHIFT, and VU METER.

Model Specific Technical Data

CTM 30 and CTM 15 Specifications

Provides technical specifications for CTM 30 and CTM 15 models, including power and tubes.

Rear Panel Facilities Summary

Lists rear panel facilities such as DI OUTPUT, SPEAKER OUTPUTS, and power switches.

Ashdown CTM 100 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Power Output100W
Preamp Tubes3 x ECC83
Power Amp Tubes2 x EL34
TypeTube Amplifier Head
Speaker Outputs2 x 1/4" jack
Inputs1 x 1/4" jack
EQBass, Middle, Treble
Outputs1 x DI, 1 x effects loop
Additional Featureseffects loop

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