Is it better if i settle with something like a dsl401 or some other higain marshall amp. Anyone got any tips on how to make a jcm 800 blast some powerful gain without seriously modding it. Cranked marshall jcm 800 new years eve 2019 youtube. The marshall jcm 800 2203 is a 100 watt tube onechannel guitar amplifier head with a classic tone, featuring knobs for presence, bass, middle, treble, master, and preamp, as well as high and low sensitivity inputs.
I have a 50 watt marshall jmp which is virtually the same as an 800. All you marshall cats out there tell me your likes or dislikes about the jtm 45. Also, what is meant by the non master volume 800 s is that marshall still put out in small numbers their 1987 and 1959 non master volume type amps like those that were popular in the 60s and 70s. Evolving from the legendary plexi head, it was one of the first marshall amps to feature a master volume control. I have a 1983 jcm 800 2203 i play through but needed a portable amp with marshall sound so i decided to buy class 5. The jcm800 series models 2203, 2204, 2205 and 2210 is a line of guitar amplifiers made by marshall amplification. It was simple to have mine changed to the els and it was great w a tele. More of a corksniffer thing to say you have than anything else. Buy marshall jcm 800 guitar amplifiers and get the best deals at the lowest prices on ebay.
Its been a while since i heard a jcm 800 probably over a year or so and i went to listen to a friend of a friends 50 watt head i dont know the exact model but it was a 2 channel. Its either a marshall or a bassman if youre gonna crank it in my book. Nov 26, 2007 in essence, the threecapped 100 watt jcm 800 was the first marshall that did not necessarily sound better as the volume went up in fact, it began to sound worse more grainy, thin, and muddy as the volume increased. Rigtalk view topic so what are considered good jcm 800. Find great deals on ebay for marshall jcm 800 when you shop the largest online selection at. Late60s plexis might catch the majority of the raves, but the amp many music fans hear in their minds ear when they think cranked marshall is actually a. Im letting the historian in me come out, so fair warning. Theres an article from brian wampler on modding the ds1 and one mod he shares is a jcm 800 type. Also later there was the jcm 800 2210 and 2205 type which also had master volume and channel switching and reverb. Make offer marshall jcm 800 mk 2 lead series model 2204 tube 50w guitar amplifier head. The jcm800 name came from the license plate of jim marshall s car at the timethat stood for his initials james charles marshall. They nail the acdc tone easily, but for heavier stuff, they need a little bit of help. Jcm 800 lead series added in bold lettering on the panels lefthand side. Unfollow marshall jcm 800 to stop getting updates on your ebay feed.
The 1959 and 1987 nonmaster volume models also continued under the jmp line until 1982. View and download marshall amplification jcm 800 owners manual online. The jcm800 was the first series produced after the contract expired. Many marshall fans think the jcm series was their fall from grace personally, i like the distortion in both the 800 and 900 when theyre cranked.
If the volume of the cabinet is compatible with the speakers, tuning can be optimized by varying the length of the ports. Marshall amplification jcm800 owners manual pdf download. Shop for the marshall jcm800 2203 vintage series 100w tube head and. Marshall jcm 800 mk 2 lead series model 2204 tube 50w guitar amplifier head. I prefer the clean tones of the low input over any fender cleans, but thats just me. Amp marshall mga typcaractre 100%, and absolutely unique. The amp head has two 14 inch inputs one for high sensitively.
Thats about 23 the size of my jcm800 4010 combo and easily the weight. The horizontal, pcb mounted jcm 800 models are just as good as the vertical ones. A stylish reissue, the jcm900 4100 tm is the evolution of the jcm800 adding another channel, two reverb options and two gain features. Marshall jcm800 2203 vintage series 100w tube head guitar. Suffice it to say the 2200 marshalls are awesome and probably the last great marshall era in my opinion. Marshalls later jcm800s marshall modified the new design, and a 1988 schematic for the 2210 head and 4211 combo amps show an extra tube gain stage after the diode clipping. In the small amp arena it beats my jsx mini collosal, bugera v5 and fender gdec30 hands down when it comes to tone, weight and volume. The history of the legendary marshall jcm800 2203 sweetwater. You can get a ds1 to sound like an 800 in a box fairly easily. Check out the feb issue of premier guitar magazine. Marshall jcm 800 2203 100 watt tube set with matched power tubes, ruby brand tubes. Marshalls later jcm800s marshall modified the new design, and a 1988 schematic for the 2210 head and 4211 combo amps show an extra tube. Marshall amp schematics to assist you with your amplifier repairs and modifications. Late60s plexis might catch the majority of the raves, but the amp many music fans hear in their minds ear when they think cranked marshall is actually a jcm800.
Since marshall purists think it is criminal for me to put marshall logos on my amps, i went totally punk rock and went with a marshall inspired logo of my own. From smooth and clean to lots of growl and od when cranked. Since 1962, the marshall company has crafted music amplification equipment. It was founded by drum shop owner and drummer jim marshall. Apr 24, 2016 personally, i would try to determine if the marshall is properly tuned before i cranked it. As for the book, i ordered it a week ago, and look forward to reading it when it arrives. Marshall jcm800 2203 reissue head the allvalve jcm800 2203 is one of the most highly respected 100watt marshall heads in the companys long history. Its one of the first marshall amps to have spring reverb, i beleive. It has substantially more power supply filtering than any of its ancestors, which contributes to a slower, more sustained dynamic as the amp is overdriven.
It introduced its jcm 800 series in march 1981, ushering in a new guitar amp line to replace those created in partnership with rosemorris. With the stock 6550s, the cleans are decent, but the od is not happening, at least in my book. First pedal ever to sound like a cranked marshall jcm800. Early jcm800s with diode clipping by the early 1980s, marshall was producing amps that mixed tube and transistor distortion. Poor mans jcm800 honestly, the best way to get great tones at bedroom level is with an amp modeler like a line 6 pod or boss gt10 and plug it into a tech 21 power engine. Continuing our tradition of cranking our amps instead of fireworks, heres how you crank a marshall jcm800 on new years eve and produce. The allvalve jcm800 2203 is one of the most highly respected 100w marshall heads in the companys long. The jcm 800 line as a whole is an awesome series of amps. The jcm 800 is a classic amp in the history of marshall, and has been the basis for many of the brands leading signature models for guitarists including zakk wylde, slash and kerry king. Evolving from the legendary 100 watt plexi head, it was also their first amplifier to feature a master volume mv control.
Marshall jcm 800 speaker cabinet 1x12 model 1933 early 80s celestion g1265 this is a rare speaker cabinet. Those fender model numbers always get me confused though, so i guess thats where i went wrong. The jcm800 name came from the license plate of jim marshalls car at the timethat stood for his initials james charles marshall. Very versatile pedal for various marshall type sounds. To get the best tone, just like any other marshall, the amp must be cranked, but a. The gain options of the jcm 900 separate for each channel help you crank up the gain and the volume to get that marshall tone and crunch. Marshall jcm800 2203 reissue tube guitar amplifier head. Discussion in amps and cabs started by random hero, sep. By comparison, amps from the 60s and early 70s are likely to sound rather tame, verging on clean, unless they really are pushed hard. The allvalve jcm800 2203 is one of the most highly respected 100w marshall heads in the companys long history. So it seems the general opinion that old marshalls are good but they are kind of declining.
My companys reputation and longevity have been built on a great many things groundbreaking designs, skilled workmanship, reliability, flexibility, stylish looks and, above all else, great. Ive never met someone who owned one and decided it wasnt enough. Jtm 45 vs jcm 800 discussion in amps and cabs started by. Marshall amplification is a british company that designs and manufactures music amplifiers, speaker cabinets, brands personal headphones and earphones, and, having acquired natal drums, drums and bongos. The legendary marshall jcm800 2203 amplifier is the champion of. Dont laugh, but i finally heard a cranked jcm 800 for the. As gloriously gritty as the sound of a cranked plexi is, though. The jcm2000 dsl was marshall s first really successful 2 channel cleandirty amp. An amp built to go on the road and be on the stage with a sound loud enough to fill stadiums. Jcm 800 i had a 50 watt combo jcm 800 mdl 4010 w 1x12 spkr.
Dec 12, 2010 theres no denying how great these old tube combos are. Page 1 marshall amplification plc denbigh road, bletchley, milton keynes mk1 1dq official marshall website. Buy original marshall footswitch, two button channel, reverb. For sale is a vintage 1982 marshall jcm800 model 1992 super bass mkii 100 watt tube amplifier head.
Marshall also updated the cosmetics of the amp with a control panel that spanned the entire width of the cabinet with jim marshalls signature, a black cloth grille, and a much larger script marshall logo. Not much in real loudness reduction but you will get to that pushed tube sound before a 100w. The marshall jcm 800 2203 is a classic guitar amplifier head that is tube based and i believe delivers 100 watts of power. Our new desktop experience was built to be your music destination. The jcm800 power amp follows a long lineage of classic amplifiers that include the fender bassman 5f6a, the marshall jtm45, the model 1962 bluesbreaker, and the model 1987 plexi. Whilst the information contained herein is correct at the time of publication, due to our policy of constant improvement and development, cats 001 marshall. Amplitube 4 gets the 100wgreenback thing,but,as 2203 marshall s all sound different to mesorry,but i despise the 50wi use a combomeaning its often different of jcm,red pig,boss ds1 etc,they sound nothing like playing through my jcm.
Marshall jcm 800 differences well dude having a bakers dozen or so of jcm 800s. Book depository books with free delivery worldwide. Metal panel jmp to the jcm 2000 august 8, 2014 amplifier features, amplifiers 1959, 2203, 2204, dual super lead, handwired, jcm 2000, jcm 800, jcm 900, jmp, marshall, metal panel, shoppers guide, silver jubilee david szabados. The alltube marshall jcm800 2203 reissue tube guitar amplifier head is one of the most highly respected 100 watt marshall. The transistor distortion was accomplished by adding diode clipping circuits among the tube preamp gain stages, which gave the amps a lot more distortion, but sacrificed warmth. Mar 28, 2017 3 classic marshall amps comparison shootout super lead, jcm 800, jcm 900 duration. It introduced its jcm 800 series in march 1981, ushering in a new guitar amp. Playing a jcm800 2203 with everything on 10 youtube.
Many artists faver the marshall jcm 800 amps for a real good reason. Marshall 1992 jcm 800 bass series 100watt super bass head. Marshall amps sc20h studio classic 20w guitar amp head jcm 800 jcm800. The problem with the socalled marshalls in a box is that those that get them can naively expect them to sound like a cranked up marshall. You may want different things but for what it does its one of the best. Named after my wife, the amps are now going to be called rachelle. If you do not see your amp listed please contact us. In essence, the threecapped 100 watt jcm 800 was the first marshall that did not necessarily sound better as the volume went up in fact, it began to sound worse more grainy, thin, and muddy as the volume increased. Marshall also updated the cosmetics of the amp with a control panel that spanned the entire width of the cabinet with jim marshall s signature, a black cloth grille, and a much larger script marshall logo. These jcm 800 cabinets were the last of the great sounding marshall all white birch plywood cabs. Tom morello plays them jcm 800 2205 i think so you can hear them there.
Marshall amplification jcm 800 owners manual pdf download. Rigtalk view topic so what are considered good jcm. This two channel dual reverb 100w powerhouse will make you stand out on stage. Also, what is meant by the non master volume 800 s is that marshall still. Best jcm800 sim gearslutz gearslutz pro audio community. The jcm800 series model 2203,2204 is a line of guitar amplifiers made by marshall amplification from 1981 1989. Page 2 from the chairman i would like to personally thank you for selecting this reissue of my allvalve, jcm 800 2203, 100 watt, master volume head. Page 1 jcm800 2203 owners manual page 2 from the chairman i would like to personally thank you for selecting this reissue of my allvalve, jcm 800 2203, 100 watt, master volume head.
To view this site, you must enable javascript or upgrade to a javascript. Pedal pal fx pal 800 jcm emulator through a 76 orange or80 2x12 combo with t1217 blackbacks. I did it myself aside from a different diode arrangement with very nice results. It was founded by drum shop owner and drummer jim marshall, and is now based in bletchley, milton keynes, buckinghamshire. I was jamming and got a little lost in the mix, then cranked the mid knob, on the fly, and it sounded glorious. Now the tone, feel and vibe of the heralded marshall jcm800 heads is available again and theyre better than ever. The marshall jcm 800 2205 50 watt head is a legend in the companys roster, informing the marshall tone since its introduction nearly 30 years ago. I know that nothing is going to sound quite like a cranked 50w or 100w jcm 800 head, but is there anything lower power that will get me close. It delivers a warm, punchy clean tone for a surprisingly loud range, the typical gritty drive you expect from a marshall when cranked. This is the original factory cabinet for the marshall jcm 800 4010 or 4210 combo and the feet of the amp fits exactly. Legendary tones the marshall shoppers guide part 2. All gone, and the ones are still with me are the old and forever young marshall.
Lowwattage marshall jcm 800, but i also want to get somewhere in the ballpark without having to crank the volume quite that far. You might have to start a new thread to catch the interest of someone who has the experience and software. I could have probably lived with the amp as it, because cranked the marshall tones were very good. Original marshall footswitch, two button channel, reverb. It has also been used by countless guitar super stars and has helped to carve many of the classic tracks and solos in rock history. For example, the jcm900 was released in 1990 and the jcm2000 was released in 2000. They were sold in the usa w 6l6 pwr tubes but w el34s in europe. Great savings free delivery collection on many items marshall jcm 800 guitar amplifiers for sale ebay.
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