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I'm not educated in the world of Marshalls, but am interested in buying one, so would like to learn more. I wanted to get some knowledgeable opinions on how Marshall tube amps have changed throughout the years - for good and for bad.
How say, does the first model Marshall amp compare to the new range of JVMs? Why is the JCM800 held it such high esteem, and does the single channel have it over the dual? How does everything inbetween stack up (600s, 900s, DSL, TSL, vintage modern, etc) - a quick pros and cons list would be helpful as I don't yet know what model I'll be picking up.
Obviously, my ears will be the true judge, but as most guitar stores don't stock a complete range of Marshalls to try out, I'd like to hone in on what's actually good. I'm personally interested in which era produced the best thick/warm/bell-like clean tones? I figure they all do overdrive pretty well.
How say, does the first model Marshall amp compare to the new range of JVMs? Why is the JCM800 held it such high esteem, and does the single channel have it over the dual? How does everything inbetween stack up (600s, 900s, DSL, TSL, vintage modern, etc) - a quick pros and cons list would be helpful as I don't yet know what model I'll be picking up.
Obviously, my ears will be the true judge, but as most guitar stores don't stock a complete range of Marshalls to try out, I'd like to hone in on what's actually good. I'm personally interested in which era produced the best thick/warm/bell-like clean tones? I figure they all do overdrive pretty well.