Go Bigger, Lower, and Louder with Rex Brown’s Signature Tone
Only one bassist could effectively weave walking bass lines under Dimebag Darrell’s frenetic solos, and that’s the rightfully renowned Rex Brown. Beyond that, whether he’s holding down the low end for Down, Kill Devil Hill, Crowbar, or Elegant Weapons, there’s no mistaking his distinctive style — he’s a true American original. Building on the legacy of Ashdown’s legendary Rootmaster models, the RB-800 melds 800 watts of five-star Ashdown tone with Rex’s trademark grind, along with a responsive 5-band EQ for personalized sonic sculpting. Additionally, the RB-800 features Ashdown’s famous Sub Harmonic Generator as well as a Compression control, yielding thunderous, chest-thumping low end for days. You also get Valve Emulated Drive for adding an extra hint of grit and warmth to your sound. Furthermore, the RB-800 boasts a handy Cab Sim DI output, along with a balanced, post-EQ XLR output option with reliable Neutrik connectors. Equally at home onstage and in the studio, the Ashdown RB-800 gives you straightforward access to the power, precision, and attitude of one of metal’s most esteemed bassists.
800 watts of Rex Brown’s signature tone
Armed with a formidable 800 watts of output, the RB-800 combines Ashdown’s venerated signature tone, power, and reliability with the gritty edge the iconic Pantera bassist is famous for — all in a compact, lightweight bass amp head. Moreover, the RB-800 puts you firmly in the driver’s seat, thanks to its responsive 5-band EQ, enabling you to fine-tune your sound with pinpoint precision.
Bursting with tone-twisting features
Sweetwater bassists are meticulous about tone, and given the level of onboard control available on the RB-800, it’s clear that Ashdown gets us. It all starts with Ashdown’s popular Sub Harmonic Generator, a tried-and-tested gem that’s guaranteed to shake the room and jiggle the rafters. Additionally, the RB-800’s built-in Compression control ensures a full, consistent sound with truckloads of low-end punch. Need extra grit and warmth? If so, the RB-800’s Valve Emulated Drive is on hand to accommodate you.
Ample DI options
The RB-800 provides bass players with exacting control over their onstage and front-of-house sound. For starters, it includes a balanced, post-EQ XLR output. Optionally, you can activate the RB-800’s Cab Sim DI output, which includes customizable filters based on Ashdown’s acclaimed ABM cabinets, along with options for a ported/sealed enclosure, speaker size, and horn.
Ashdown RB-800 Features:
- 800W signature bass amplifier head of Rex Brown (Pantera, Down, Kill Devil Hill, Crowbar, Elegant Weapons)
- Responsive 5-band EQ allows you to sculpt and mold your tone
- Ashdown’s popular Sub Harmonic Generator is guaranteed to shake the room and rafters
- Built-in Compression control ensures a full, consistent sound with truckloads of low-end punch
- Valve Emulated Drive adds a hint of grit and warmth to your sound
- Balanced, post-EQ XLR output is primed for front-of-house mixing
- Cab Sim DI output with options for a ported/sealed enclosure, speaker size, and horn
- FX loop makes integrating your pedalboard easy
- Robust Neutrik connectors
