What's the best 2 channel Marshall voiced amp for under $1000?

why not a used marshall?

 

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Isn't the JMP 2203 the standard "indie" amp?

Tyler

 

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I can see where this thread is going.....I recommend a used Marshall too.

 

As long as were going for used, I'd recomend a used mesa recto-o-verb. I realize you said he doesn't need alot of gain, but you can dial as little or as much as you want with the knob and they hold their value really well.

I've actually heard good things about the AVT series, but I haven't played one myself.

Also, are you looking for a combo, half stack, or a head?

 

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He'll probably never need another amp.
-two Fenderish channels and two Marshall channels.
Best of both worlds.
Great amps for the money!!!


Keith

 

Great choice!!!!

KW- I will have an Egnater M100 head with some of the new dual gain and volume modules later in the week. Should be good. Bruce makes good stuff!

 

get a used randall module head. if he needs a new sound later on, just buy another module

 

You'll be astonished by this, coming from me (I can't quite believe I'm saying this... ), but I'd get a JCM900 Dual Reverb model. No, I don't really like these amps... but you said power pop and indie. That's what a lot of those guys use. Just make sure it's been thoroughly checked over, they have some reliability issues.

The 2210 is a good amp, but more of an 80s metal/hard rock amp IMO. It's still versatile, but it's got less jangle and crunch and more of a midrange metal tone IMO.

If you want better quality than a Marshall, try a Rivera. Great Fender-ish cleans and Marshall dirt.

 

John beat me to it. Rivera M60 combos sell for around $600 used, the head should be a bit cheaper. Great amp, had mine for a couple of years now. Fender side is outstanding, the marshall side is very good. Also a tweakers dream if you're nephew is into that.