Valve
Drive Pre-amp
From the compact AVT20, right up to the thunderous roar of the feature
packed, four channel AVT150H, each model in our brand new AVT line boasts
a pre-amp stage that is driven by an ECC83 Dual Triode valve. Unlike certain
other hybrid amps out there, this valve isn't merely acting as a pilot
light. Instead it is playing the central role in the gain, distortion
and tone generating circuitry. We have gone to great lengths to ensure
that this precious device delivers maximum sonic benefit at all settings
and volume levels.
The resulting clean sounds ring with the bell-like harmonics that only
a valve pre-amp can deliver and the break-up is never harsh or unnatural
sounding. Whenever you select an AVT Overdrive channel, the ECC83 is saturated
to its limit, providing dynamics and feel worthy of a place in the Marshall
hall of fame.
Power Amp Delivery
The same, unrivalled design expertise that went into the pre-amp was also
channelled into the design of the AVT power stage. Using frequency dependent
power amp damping and our proprietary, dynamic clip level technology (which
emulates the HT supply of a valve power amp), each AVT power stage creates
the warm, musical feel and 3-dimensional sounds that have made our all-valve
power amps world-renowned.
Also all AVT products will deliver the goods in the often hostile and
unpredictable environment of the live performance stage - which is why
the AVT power amps of 50 watts and up are fan cooled for optimum reliability.
DFX Onboard
The AVT100, AVT150, AVT150H and AVT275 all have on-board DFX (Digital
Effects). Here the greatest care was taken to ensure that the highest
level of signal integrity was maintained at all times. We achieved this
by successfully integrating DFX into the tonal topology of AVT without
adding any of the nasty-sounding, artificial Ôgrain' often associated
with DFX. To make the 16, custom-voiced DFX as controllable and user friendly
as possible the relevant models are all supplied with an LED equipped
foot controller which allows you to switch the amp's DFX on and off, as
well as change channels.
The flexibility of the AVT150, AVT150H and AVT275 is further enhanced
by having two DFX sections - one for the Clean and Acoustic Simulator
channels, and the other for the two Overdrive channels.
Extended Response Loudspeakers
Knowing the importance of the relationship between power amplifiers and
loudspeakers, we have worked extremely closely with Celestion to develop
a range of speakers that will re-define the cutting edge in rock guitar
reproduction.
These speakers allow the compact, closed back cabinets used in the Valvestate
2000 AVT range to maintain the bottom end delivery normally associated
only with a full 4x12 extension cabinet set-up.
Marshall Amplification
are proud to announce the launch of our new MG Series Amplifiers. These
nine models (eight combos and one head) utilise the latest innovations
in solid-state and digital technologies (many developed for the critically
acclaimed AVT range of amps). The result is a comprehensive line of solid-state
amplifiers that captures the essence of the Marshall sound at affordable
price points.
At the heart of the MG Series is an extremely responsive power amp section
featuring Marshall's proprietary FDD (Frequency Dependent Damping) circuitry
that accurately mimics the interaction of an all-valve amp's power stage
with the loudspeaker(s) it is driving. As a result, the MG amps respond
and 'feel' more like valve amplifiers than others in this price range.
Common features to all nine models are two channels (Clean & Overdrive),
CD inputs, Emulated Line Outs and Emulated Headphone jacks. All nine also
feature Contour controls in their EQ networks that allow you to fine-tune
those all-important mids - from a fat, 'woody' vintage sound to a modern,
aggressive 'scoop' and all points in between. In addition, six models
also feature built-in digital effects (DFX) and deliver a choice of four
(Reverb, Delay, Flange or Chorus) or five (Chorus/Delay, Delay, Flange
or Chorus, plus a separately controlled Reverb) custom-voiced effects
that have been designed to eliminate the harsh-sounding, artificial 'grain'
often associated with digital effects.
The DSL50 is a 50 Watt version of the best selling all-valve DSL100. You'll find the same tonal versatility and features inside that made so many of the world's foremost players and journalists dub the DSL heads 'the best Marshalls ever!'
- 2x EL34 output valves and 4x ECC83 Preamp Valves
- Two footswitchable channels - Classic and Ultra
- Each channel has two individually voiced modes: the Classic channel offers a Clean / Crunch option while the Ultra offers Lead 1 or Lead 2
- Tone Shift switch which 'scoops out' the mids
- Deep Switch that adds a tight, bowel loosening, low end boost
- Dual Reverb controls
- Footswitchable Accutronics Spring Reverb
- FX loop
Countless hours of
R&D and of course listening, went into the creation of the 100 Watt
DSL100. DSL is an acronym for 'Dual Super Lead', so it should come as
no surprise that this amp has two footswitchable channels - Classic and
Ultra. Furthermore, each of these channels boasts two modes: the Classic
channel offers a Clean / Crunch option while the Ultra offers Lead 1 or
Lead 2. Instead of merely offering a variation in gain level to the two
channels, each one of these four modes has been individually voiced as
an amp in its own right.
The tremendous tonal versatility of this amp, coupled with a 100% pure
valve signal path (4x ECC83s, 4x EL34s), Dual Reverb controls, a Tone
Shift switch which 'scoops out' the mids and a Deep Switch that adds a
tight, bowel loosening, low end boost, caused the guitar world to sit
up and take notice right from the outset.
As soon as you play one, you'll hear and feel why so many of the world's
foremost players and journalists were quick to dub the DSL heads as 'the
best Marshalls ever!' It also won't surprise you when you learn that these
amps have become the company's best selling all-valve heads to date.
- 4x EL34 output valves and 4x ECC83 Preamp Valves
- Footswitchable Accutronics Spring Reverb
- FX loop
The DSL401 is a compact,
EL84-powered 1x12" combo, but don't let its relatively small size
fool you, it packs a powerful punch.
The most significant difference from the rest of the DSL range, is the
DSL401 has three footswitchable sounds - Clean, OD1 & OD2! The difference
between OD1 and OD2 is a massive 20dB boost, which is instantly accessible
with a mere tap of your foot on the supplied 2-way (Clean/OD, OD1/OD2)
LED footswitch. Like its bigger brothers, the Clean channel of the DSL401
produces a wide array of crystal clear yet complex, clean sounds. It also
gets big 'n' bluesy when the channel's Gain control is cranked up.
The DSL401 also boasts the following rear panel attributes: dual speaker
jacks (with an 8 Ohm/16 Ohm impedance selector switch) for driving external
cabinets, speaker emulated DI output and an optional Reverb on/off footswitch
jack.
- 4x EL84 output valves and 4x ECC83 Preamp Valves
- Three footswitchable channels - Clean, OD1 and OD2
- Footswitchable Accutronics Spring Reverb
- FX loop with front panel mix control
The Clean channel has its own controls for Gain, Treble, Middle, Bass and Reverb. Like the 100 Watt TSL100 head the TSL60 is capable of a wide range of harmonically rich, clean tones - from warm, round jazz to bright country twang. Furthermore, when the Gain control is cranked, their so-called Clean channel produces a wonderfully authentic, bluesy crunch.
The Crunch and Lead channels each have independent controls for Volume and Gain while sharing controls for Treble, Middle, Bass and Reverb. They also share a front panel Tone Shift switch which, when activated, reconfigures the mid-range to produce a chunky, 'scooped' sound. This is perfect for producing modern, high-gain crunch tones and also for beefing up your sound when playing at low volumes.
In keeping with its impressive TSL lineage, the Crunch channel's Gain control will take you from a mild, almost clean crunch, all the way through to a saturated overdrive, perfect for aggressive rhythm work and even soloing. Then, as you'd expect from any amp worthy of sporting the JCM2000 badge, the Lead channel goes a step (or four!) further and is capable of producing some of the highest levels of distortion ever found in a Marshall. More importantly, it does this in a highly musical way so your notes remain clear and well-defined, even when the gain is full!
- 2x EL34 output valves and 4x ECC83 Preamp Valves
- Footswitchable Accutronics Spring Reverb with Dual controls (one for Clean, one for Crunch/Lead)
- Presence control, Deep switch and footswitchable Parallel FX loop
- XLR DI output featuring Marshall's acclaimed speaker emulation, allowing direct connection to recording or PA mixing desks without the need for microphones or DI boxes
- A ruggedly built,
5-way LED footcontroller which gives you the ability to switch between
the three individual channels, plus switch the Reverb and FX Loop on/off
- 4x EL34 output valves and 4x ECC83 preamp valves
- Footswitchable Accutronics Spring Reverb with Dual controls (one for Clean, one for Crunch/Lead)
- Individual Presence controls and Deep switches for Clean and Crunch/Lead channels
- Two Parallel FX loops (footswitchable)
- XLR DI output featuring Marshall's acclaimed speaker emulation, allowing direct connection to recording or PA mixing desks without the need for microphones or DI boxes
- A Power Amp Mute facility for silent recording via the built-in DI
- A ruggedly built, 5-way LED footcontroller which gives you the ability to switch between the three individual channels, plus switch the Reverb and the two FX Loops on/off
- An innovative Virtual
Power Reduction (VPR) switch which, when engaged, emulates the sound and
feel of a 25 Watt valve power amp
To satisfy the increasingly diverse tastes of the modern guitarist, Marshall 4x12s are available with three distinctly different types of Celestion speaker:
a) Standard 75 Watt 'G12T-75' speakers (1960A/B).
b) Marshall/Celestion designed re-issue 25 Watt Greenbacks, 'G12M-25' (1960AC/BC).
c) The extra warm sounding Marshall/Celestion 'Vintage' speaker [rated at 70 Watts each] (1960AV/BV).
Each speaker type has its own individual character, so we urge you to try all three flavours before making your final decision.
To ensure the ultimate in flexibility, the 1960A (angled), 1960B (straight), 1960AV and 1960BV cabs are switchable between Mono (4 or 16 Ohms) and Stereo (8 Ohms per side). The two Mono impedance options provide extra amp matching capability while the cabinets' stereo capability makes them ideal for rack systems which typically run in stereo.
- Black grille cloth / white piping
- Large white logo
- Black elephant grain
vinyl
- Extra tall cabinet
- Grey EC grille cloth / gold piping
- Small size white logo with gold foil
- Black levant vinyl
/ gold beading on cabinet
Capturing the classic looks and tones of yesteryear, we also offer the 1960AX / BX and 1960TV cabinets. The 1960AX and 1960BX house four Marshall/Celestion designed re-issue 25 Watt 'Greenback' speakers and are finished with the early '70s style 'LC' fret cloth and the smoother levant covering. This cabinet is the same size as a standard 4x12.
- Chequered grille cloth / white piping
- Medium size white logo
- Black levant vinyl / gold beading on cabinet