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Originally Posted by Black968
Looking to buy a new Amp. Always wanted a half stack but never really wanted to spend the money. Bought various Combo Amps and they have been OK. Last Amp I purchased was a MA50C Marshall 50 Watt Combo which I can get some decent sounds out of but have had reliability issues with. Love to play classic rock mostly (Rush. Led Zeppelin, AC/DC). I have played a 50 Watt Marshall Vintage Modern (Good), the new 100 Watt Dual Super Lead (DSL made in Vietnam), The Haze (did not like). For some reason I am stuck on a Marshall. I am confused by the JCM 800, 900 DSL, Pexi SLP's etc. Leaning towards a 100 Watt Head with a 4 x 12 set up. Looking to spend no more than $2G. Can some of the Players chime in and help me out with this.
Cheers
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If you must own a stack: JCM 800 for that classic meaty Marshall tone.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7wTLFB-QgxA
There is nothing quite like it. I have played through one of these, JCM 900, Mesa Dual Rec, Orange stack and to my ears the JCM 800 is "The One". It is a bit of a one trick pony but it's a pretty sweet trick. If you are mostly a bedroom rocker don't forget a good set of earplugs. You are gonna need em.
As Brit amps go I tend to be more of a Vox AC30 guy but I appreciate the Marshall for what it is. I will no longer own a stack because I don't want to drag it around but if one is in the backline already... sure I'll plug in.
