@@TheToneLounge i had considered it cuz of the price and the fact that it might've been apartment friendly! but if i need an attenuator anyway i'd rather spend on a more versatile big amp instead. my neighbors love me XD
@@TheToneLounge marshall studio vintage, ceriatone, or maybe even an evh 5150? evh blue channel sounds mega to me but i also want a vintage breakup/light crunch to play fuzz pedals through. i feel like i can boost and shape the marshall types to get high gain sounds but getting vintage out of evh might be tricky maybe.
@@AudreyYun the 5150 is indeed a killer amp. Like you, I don’t know how it fairs with fuzz and Classic Rock tones. Have you also checked out the Origin 20 and 50? Those get very good reviews.
Sounds good overall man. I hear that attenuators on most amps/ heads do very little, especially when it comes to bedroom playing. Such a bummer cause you'd think at 0.5 you'd be good. Still I believe this thing has that Marshall tone. Great detailed review man.
Thank you so much Brandon. I always try and find ways to make gear work for me, despite the size or the budget. It's all a matter of what your expectations are versus what the product can or can't do. This is definitely a Marshall, but it goes to show how important the speaker is overall in terms of tone.
The origin 5c is the "beano" album sound in a box... don't buy it if you want a Hi-fi sound, but if you want the beano and early led zeppelin sound, it's a must have (with a tone bender for the zeppelin sound 😍🤟)
I have been trying different spks through mine i really like finding used broke in the best got a WGS o7' Brit style now i am lliking turn bass all the way off all comments appreciated thanks nice demo my friend
To master your power scaling put a multi-effects unit in the loop,choose a totally clean patch and adjust the output of it to pleasure. I just got an Origin 50 head and even at lowest power scale it's ridiculously loud. Great review, and thankyou.
A pair of one 8" and one 6"speaker fits in there nicely but you need to make a new baffle with the correct holes. I put Jensen C8R and C6V in there, to stay in the correct proce category. Two 8 ohm speakers in series give the required 16 ohms, that opens up the selection of speakers. I guess two 8 ohm speakers would fit, too, but I did not check those measurements.
@@TheToneLounge I like the fat crunch and meaty cleans I get, but as I cannot A-to-B with the factory speaker it is hard to say how much the new speakers improved the tone, if any. I want to believe the tone is juicier now. The amp sounds very good. No reverb needed. For comparison I have many other tube amps, e.g. Fender Vibro Champ, Supro Delta King 12, all Marshall DSL sizes, Blackstar HT-1R and HT-5R and this Origin 5C is on par with them. Why does it have such a bad reputation? Is it just the speaker? I am a hobbyist. Main music interests are 1970ish country, early Tom Petty and any jazz. Absolutely no metal and very little rock. These are the tones I am after.
@@TheToneLounge Yes it did improve the tone a lot! I bought another Origin 5C and just did a tone comparison. The stock speaker gives a cold, thin and honky tone whereas the double Jensens are fat and meaty. Relatively speaking. What a mistake from Marshall to put that small Celestion in this amp! This second one will get a Jensen MOD10-70 10" and a MOD5-30 5" speaker pair. The smaller one is most sensitive from 4 to 12 kHz where the larger one is quiet. It will be interesting to hear this hifi style speaker combination in this guitar amp.
Sounds great! All your guitars sound killer through it. I keep my origin 50 with a semi clean tone, and use an Echoplex preamp, a boss eq, and occasionally a tummus deluxe to push it harder. I also took the mesh back off for a more open sound.Holy grail in the loop, a couple mod pedals, and my sg in the front, and it’s just killer.
@@scottyvalero3691 It takes a very specific type of guitar player, so it's not for everyone that's for sure. I play a Vox AC15, in the Normal channel with the Master cranked. The Origin fits right in with someone like me lol
@@TheToneLoungea local guitarist here in San Diego prefers the Origin 50 to the Studio Vintage 20 (which doesn’t have enough headroom in his opinion). His other amp? Vox AC15! His main guitar? A sixties SG Jr! Lotta similarities in taste here.
Not too long ago in Germany this amp was under $200 sold new. Not perfect but at such price not much to complain about. At least the basics (amp section) is good and has the optional cab jack. Add a Marshall 112 (about $200) and you're seriously rocking!
What puzzles me is that in the DSL-1 the very speaker (G8C-15) does significantly better. The pre amp tubes are identical in DSL-1 and O5c (ECC83) yet the power amp is fitted with either an ECC82 or EL34. The weird part is that the higher gain amp does a fair better with the same G8C-15. Anybody a similar experience, same speaker performing opposite one assumed?
@@michelvondenhoff9673 The G8C is not a bad speaker. Imo, it doesn't do a bad job in the Origin 5, it's just an oldschool-style amp that is going for a different sound.
@@TheToneLounge gibson traditional 2009. I used to have a jcm2000 dsl stack but I moved to Thailand so I had to sell It and downsize, so I bought a small marshall mg15 which was ok for abit but I needed some valves back in my life 😂
@@TheToneLounge No, not yet. The small speaker seems like a turn-off to me. I currently prefer the head, (load box, attenuators), cab route instead of a combo. Right now, I’m running an SV20H into a CaptorX with custom IRs for max flexibility.
@@TheToneLounge Its probably actually on the list I play a vox ac10c1 currently which I've been experimenting trying to aproximate some bluesbreakers stuff on my Instagram but I'm only a beginner haha so still sussing it out I did actually play a Origin 5 once when I was getting my ac10 but that was for a strat an not my lp do agree with your findings on the speaker though was an amp I really wanted to love stock as it seemed to fit all the boxes apart from that speaker. I'll have to do some pricing up on the origin 5 n a cab vs the origin 20 combo or head + cab as I've not got a cab yet :) certainly interesting an thats a good point regarding the speaker placement for replacment ones. It seems good price wise though to treat them as a head. Shame they didn't do the 5 as a head really :)
@@adaptableadventurerider I'm sure rehousing that amp into a proper cab wouldn't be too hard. For the price they sell at, it's definitely an option. I might even do that myself. ;)
@@TheToneLounge oh yep totally :) its the sort of price where you could experiment i did hear a clip of it dimed an everything at 5 with the stock speaker that sounded particularly cool although if I dimed one at home next door would kill me ha🤣😅🤟 suprised I've not had a complaint with my ac10 yet got a bit giddy with it the past day or two the vox is such a touchy amp goes from 0 to blast your clothes off at a touch lol
@@adaptableadventurerider I'm a huge fan of Vox amps, they are by far my favourite amps. I owned the AC10 for a brief period and thought it was a heavy hitter for sure.
I saw a different review on this and it sounded bad. I was like, there's got to be a review out there with a different speaker, and I bet it sounds great. Low and behold, this is that video. If I can find a used one, I'm going to take the amp out, and build it into my own 1x12. That will solve the weird loop placement, as well as that crappy ass speaker. Thanks!
@@TheToneLounge I use Eminence speakers in my custom cabinets, and I usually go with the Redcoat Governor. But I might use a Manowar, depending on how it sounds. I've been looking for a head to build a combo with, and I am pretty sure this would be excellent if I can find a used one at the right price. I might even do a vertical 2x12. Need to sleep on it, lol.
@@TheToneLounge I ended up making a head only version out of a piece of flamed maple that I found at home depot of all places. It turned out pretty good! Unfortunately I cant seem to link a photo here in the comments.x
@@TheToneLounge Not yet, but im very interested in the Organge 5. If you have more videos, id like to see. Id like to see someone playing metal with an Origin 5 with the 4CM! Cheers from Portugal 🍺🤘🇵🇹
@@portuguesebeer5069 If you see value in the content, then by all means, please do. I'd love to have you as part of this community. As for Metal, I'm a metal guitarist doing classic rock on RUclips. Here's my metal project if you want to check it out. ruclips.net/video/SA3UIvhZ_14/видео.html
@@TheToneLounge what you were able to coax from that amp with the captor ir together with your honest review of the strengths and weaknesses of the amp make it a must watch for those considering an origin purchase!
@@kosmicwizard Thanks. I did put a lot of time trying to sort out what would make for a more helpful video. I'll see what feedback I get from folks, if they like the format then I'll get to work on the Harley Benton TUBE15.
I bought new one of these on sale, after an hour I called shop back if I could return it. I have an Origin 20 that I love (especially with 25w Greenback), have Code 100, have JTM45, all keepers, but this one had to go back, couldnt get it to sound good with pedals, without pedals, different speakers etc. looked nice though lol. Maybe needs some kind of mode and an exact speaker for it.
It's really a shame because I could have seen something this size be extra useful in a home studio setting. I tried liking it, did everything I could, but sadly it's just not a good amplifier.
Great review. Told me exactly what i wanted to know about the Amp. For me it's a pass mainly because of having to get a new speaker and lack of real volume drop in Low setting.
I'm glad the information was useful. I was setting out to give the much needed info for those who could not try one in person. What other options are you looking at?
hello,I have the same amplifier bought a few days ago.. and in the upper part where there are controls, I smell a slight burning smell.. do you think it's the normal smell of valves? Thank you
I would bring it in to the store. It's not supposed to smell like it's burning. Sometimes, dust will settle on some of the electronics that heat up, and you can get a weird smell, but it does not smell like it's burning. Hope that helps.
Anybody tried this through a 12" cab? I got an O5c and the sound I like but it is an eight inch speaker... Can I run the amp section into another combo that has a similar feature (plug it out), might go for a DSL-5 with 10" speaker if I can plug the Origin into that (with a switch?).
Totally agree with you about the speaker sound 😞... I was thinking to replace it wih a 10" celestion greenback, the hole can be enlarged but do you think it could be possible in terms of depth size?
@@TheToneLounge I've just found and ordered an 8" Jensen alnico speaker that seems to fit with the size. I am looking forward to receive it, let's hope so!
@@TheToneLounge Jensen speaker mounted, sound quality improved, brighter tone with emphasis on highs! You can find here a short tutorial describing the speaker replacement, the problem found about the size and how to fix it: ruclips.net/video/oqdamCeE58M/видео.html
I have the 50c and the 20c, this 5c doesn’t have the Marshall thing going on, probably because an 8 inch speaker cont really convince anyone. Back to the island of misfit amps.
I'm glad you like it Tom! I did not like the amp at all, and believe me, I really wanted too. That's the beauty of gear, there is something for everyone. Cheers
That cabinet looks like it could be rerouted to accommodate a bigger speaker 🤔 I also might be wrong, because it looks like the baffle is 2 pieces, and there may be a specific reason for that...but as long as you find a speaker with the same mounting depth, it should be golden
That amp, imho, should have come stock with a 12Èspeaker instead of the 8". It would have made for a much more successful product. But yeah, I'm sure that someone that was willing enough could get a 10" in there at least.
I want one!!! Run it thur my 2x12 vox bronco ( white) with two cream backs.... or i have a birch 1x12with celestion blue... with my pedal board and old tele and strat. Great vid !!!! Guys can learn from you about doing fun but information based vids... The speaker sounds like cardboard 🤮
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absolutely excellent review. i like that it's an actual review as opposed to "reviews" that just demo the product instead.
Hi Audrey! Thanks for the feedback. It’s important to distinguish between demo and review. What did you think of this? Is it something you would get?
@@TheToneLounge i had considered it cuz of the price and the fact that it might've been apartment friendly! but if i need an attenuator anyway i'd rather spend on a more versatile big amp instead.
my neighbors love me XD
What amps are you considering?
@@TheToneLounge marshall studio vintage, ceriatone, or maybe even an evh 5150? evh blue channel sounds mega to me but i also want a vintage breakup/light crunch to play fuzz pedals through. i feel like i can boost and shape the marshall types to get high gain sounds but getting vintage out of evh might be tricky maybe.
@@AudreyYun the 5150 is indeed a killer amp. Like you, I don’t know how it fairs with fuzz and Classic Rock tones. Have you also checked out the Origin 20 and 50? Those get very good reviews.
Sounds good overall man. I hear that attenuators on most amps/ heads do very little, especially when it comes to bedroom playing. Such a bummer cause you'd think at 0.5 you'd be good. Still I believe this thing has that Marshall tone. Great detailed review man.
Thank you so much Brandon. I always try and find ways to make gear work for me, despite the size or the budget. It's all a matter of what your expectations are versus what the product can or can't do. This is definitely a Marshall, but it goes to show how important the speaker is overall in terms of tone.
The origin 5c is the "beano" album sound in a box... don't buy it if you want a Hi-fi sound, but if you want the beano and early led zeppelin sound, it's a must have (with a tone bender for the zeppelin sound 😍🤟)
I’ll have to try it with a tone bender! How do you set the amp, clean or dirty?
Yes dirty, gain at 13 o clock with p90 or humbucker.
It's not an amp for clean sounds 😉
I have been trying different spks through mine i really like finding used broke in the best got a WGS o7' Brit style now i am lliking turn bass all the way off all comments appreciated thanks nice demo my friend
To master your power scaling put a multi-effects unit in the loop,choose a totally clean patch and adjust the output of it to pleasure. I just got an Origin 50 head and even at lowest power scale it's ridiculously loud. Great review, and thankyou.
Thanks for the info! Cheers
i love the amp with the green rino... plus your playing is what I appreciate as driving the amp.
A TS style pedal definitely gives it more kick. Have you tried this amp yet?
Very nicely put together. Informative !!
Love your consistent classic rock style of playing too.
Thank you so much, glad that it was helpful. As for the classic rock, Marshall's just pull it out of you!
A pair of one 8" and one 6"speaker fits in there nicely but you need to make a new baffle with the correct holes. I put Jensen C8R and C6V in there, to stay in the correct proce category. Two 8 ohm speakers in series give the required 16 ohms, that opens up the selection of speakers. I guess two 8 ohm speakers would fit, too, but I did not check those measurements.
Thanks for sharing. Did it improve the tone of the amp?
@@TheToneLounge I like the fat crunch and meaty cleans I get, but as I cannot A-to-B with the factory speaker it is hard to say how much the new speakers improved the tone, if any. I want to believe the tone is juicier now.
The amp sounds very good. No reverb needed. For comparison I have many other tube amps, e.g. Fender Vibro Champ, Supro Delta King 12, all Marshall DSL sizes, Blackstar HT-1R and HT-5R and this Origin 5C is on par with them. Why does it have such a bad reputation? Is it just the speaker?
I am a hobbyist. Main music interests are 1970ish country, early Tom Petty and any jazz. Absolutely no metal and very little rock. These are the tones I am after.
@@TheToneLounge Yes it did improve the tone a lot!
I bought another Origin 5C and just did a tone comparison. The stock speaker gives a cold, thin and honky tone whereas the double Jensens are fat and meaty. Relatively speaking. What a mistake from Marshall to put that small Celestion in this amp!
This second one will get a Jensen MOD10-70 10" and a MOD5-30 5" speaker pair. The smaller one is most sensitive from 4 to 12 kHz where the larger one is quiet. It will be interesting to hear this hifi style speaker combination in this guitar amp.
Sounds great! All your guitars sound killer through it. I keep my origin 50 with a semi clean tone, and use an Echoplex preamp, a boss eq, and occasionally a tummus deluxe to push it harder. I also took the mesh back off for a more open sound.Holy grail in the loop, a couple mod pedals, and my sg in the front, and it’s just killer.
I think Marshall hit the spot with the Origin series. Too bad it didn't catch on with guitarists. It really does that vintage sound really well.
@@TheToneLounge I 100% agree man. Under rated for sure. Not everyone wants a low gain/ clean, non channel switching Marshall lol
@@scottyvalero3691 It takes a very specific type of guitar player, so it's not for everyone that's for sure. I play a Vox AC15, in the Normal channel with the Master cranked. The Origin fits right in with someone like me lol
@@TheToneLoungea local guitarist here in San Diego prefers the Origin 50 to the Studio Vintage 20 (which doesn’t have enough headroom in his opinion). His other amp? Vox AC15! His main guitar? A sixties SG Jr! Lotta similarities in taste here.
3:15am premier in the UK might be a bit of a stretch for me, but looking forward to watching sometime later tomorrow 👍
Yeah, that's an error on my part. Let me rectify that. Cheers
@@TheToneLounge I just thought you were aiming for a US West Coast kinda time! 😂
Nah, that's too late for me too lol
Some really great tones in there man! Totally agree about that stock speaker though. What were they thinking 😂
Right?! I think the amp is cool for this price point, but I may have to get a separate cab for this thing, if I'm to keep it.
That epiphone Les Paul looks sweet!
I really dig this guitar. Traded it for a bass that I had. I modded it from it's stock form to a single DiMarzio Tone-Zone with a single volume knob.
Loved the video man, really great job!
Glad you enjoyed it!
Not too long ago in Germany this amp was under $200 sold new. Not perfect but at such price not much to complain about. At least the basics (amp section) is good and has the optional cab jack. Add a Marshall 112 (about $200) and you're seriously rocking!
This is just my personal input, but having owned this and a HB Tube15, I think that the Tube15 wins it.
@@TheToneLounge But the Tube 15 won't give you Marshall sound.
What puzzles me is that in the DSL-1 the very speaker (G8C-15) does significantly better. The pre amp tubes are identical in DSL-1 and O5c (ECC83) yet the power amp is fitted with either an ECC82 or EL34. The weird part is that the higher gain amp does a fair better with the same G8C-15. Anybody a similar experience, same speaker performing opposite one assumed?
@@michelvondenhoff9673 The G8C is not a bad speaker. Imo, it doesn't do a bad job in the Origin 5, it's just an oldschool-style amp that is going for a different sound.
@@tomwhittaker9461 100% agree with you Tom.
A really good review. Thank you!
Glad it was helpful! What did you think of the amp?
I've just bought 1 and it sounds great with my les paul
I'm glad to hear that! Epiphone or Gibson?
@@TheToneLounge gibson traditional 2009. I used to have a jcm2000 dsl stack but I moved to Thailand so I had to sell It and downsize, so I bought a small marshall mg15 which was ok for abit but I needed some valves back in my life 😂
This is a very competent review. Thansk!
Thanks Frank! Have you tried this amp yet?
@@TheToneLounge No, not yet. The small speaker seems like a turn-off to me. I currently prefer the head, (load box, attenuators), cab route instead of a combo. Right now, I’m running an SV20H into a CaptorX with custom IRs for max flexibility.
Brilliant video one of the best I've seen on this amp very helpful to :) thanks for doing it.
Thank you very much! What do you think of the amp? Something you would see yourself getting?
@@TheToneLounge Its probably actually on the list I play a vox ac10c1 currently which I've been experimenting trying to aproximate some bluesbreakers stuff on my Instagram but I'm only a beginner haha so still sussing it out I did actually play a Origin 5 once when I was getting my ac10 but that was for a strat an not my lp do agree with your findings on the speaker though was an amp I really wanted to love stock as it seemed to fit all the boxes apart from that speaker. I'll have to do some pricing up on the origin 5 n a cab vs the origin 20 combo or head + cab as I've not got a cab yet :) certainly interesting an thats a good point regarding the speaker placement for replacment ones. It seems good price wise though to treat them as a head. Shame they didn't do the 5 as a head really :)
@@adaptableadventurerider I'm sure rehousing that amp into a proper cab wouldn't be too hard. For the price they sell at, it's definitely an option. I might even do that myself. ;)
@@TheToneLounge oh yep totally :) its the sort of price where you could experiment i did hear a clip of it dimed an everything at 5 with the stock speaker that sounded particularly cool although if I dimed one at home next door would kill me ha🤣😅🤟 suprised I've not had a complaint with my ac10 yet got a bit giddy with it the past day or two the vox is such a touchy amp goes from 0 to blast your clothes off at a touch lol
@@adaptableadventurerider I'm a huge fan of Vox amps, they are by far my favourite amps. I owned the AC10 for a brief period and thought it was a heavy hitter for sure.
Jonathan, I think you would REALLY like the Strymon Iridium.
I'm certain I would. I just can't afford to keep buying more gear. Just busted my budget for the foreseeable future lol
I saw a different review on this and it sounded bad. I was like, there's got to be a review out there with a different speaker, and I bet it sounds great. Low and behold, this is that video. If I can find a used one, I'm going to take the amp out, and build it into my own 1x12. That will solve the weird loop placement, as well as that crappy ass speaker. Thanks!
I'm glad that the video was helpful! What speaker do you intend to use?
@@TheToneLounge I use Eminence speakers in my custom cabinets, and I usually go with the Redcoat Governor. But I might use a Manowar, depending on how it sounds. I've been looking for a head to build a combo with, and I am pretty sure this would be excellent if I can find a used one at the right price. I might even do a vertical 2x12. Need to sleep on it, lol.
@@TheToneLounge I ended up making a head only version out of a piece of flamed maple that I found at home depot of all places. It turned out pretty good! Unfortunately I cant seem to link a photo here in the comments.x
Cool amp!
The video is well made!
Cheers from Portugal 🍺🤘🇵🇹
Thanks! 😃 Have you tried any of the Origin amps?
@@TheToneLounge Not yet, but im very interested in the Organge 5. If you have more videos, id like to see. Id like to see someone playing metal with an Origin 5 with the 4CM!
Cheers from Portugal 🍺🤘🇵🇹
I might give that a try, as I am building a short series all about the Origin 5.
@@TheToneLounge Nice man!
Im looking forward for more videos from you!
I think ill Subsrive!
Cheers from Portugal 🍺🤘🇵🇹
@@portuguesebeer5069 If you see value in the content, then by all means, please do. I'd love to have you as part of this community.
As for Metal, I'm a metal guitarist doing classic rock on RUclips. Here's my metal project if you want to check it out.
ruclips.net/video/SA3UIvhZ_14/видео.html
Killer video, Jonathan!
Thanks buddy! Trying something different. Cheers
@@TheToneLounge what you were able to coax from that amp with the captor ir together with your honest review of the strengths and weaknesses of the amp make it a must watch for those considering an origin purchase!
@@kosmicwizard Thanks. I did put a lot of time trying to sort out what would make for a more helpful video. I'll see what feedback I get from folks, if they like the format then I'll get to work on the Harley Benton TUBE15.
Hi , amazing review ! Could you recomend a speaker to replace the celestion ? Many thanks
In this size? I don't know. What I would recommend is using an external cab. The Harley benton 112 with V30 comes to mind.
I bought new one of these on sale, after an hour I called shop back if I could return it. I have an Origin 20 that I love (especially with 25w Greenback), have Code 100, have JTM45, all keepers, but this one had to go back, couldnt get it to sound good with pedals, without pedals, different speakers etc. looked nice though lol. Maybe needs some kind of mode and an exact speaker for it.
It's really a shame because I could have seen something this size be extra useful in a home studio setting. I tried liking it, did everything I could, but sadly it's just not a good amplifier.
I got me an Origin 20C. Love it on me Tele. However, to reach overdriven tones, turn up all to 10. ☺️
Everything on 10 IS the best Marshall tone😉
@@TheToneLounge This amp is a real Marshall. Lower volume, the cleans are wonderful. Got all tubes changed to Tung-Sol with JJ on PI. Loving it.
It sure is! Affordable, old school Marshall tones.
Estupendo análisis y estupenda grabación, mi dedo arriba, pero no sé porqué has destrozado esa Les Paul.
I just wanted 1 pickup on this guitar, like a Les Paul junior.
@@TheToneLounge entendido 😃👏🤘
So upgrading the speaker kind of turns this into a project not cheap Marshall I’d hoped for😢
Yeah, the circuit on this one is not that great. Save up and get the Origin 20.
Put a volume control in effects loop?
You could, not sure how well it would work.
Very nice!
Can you do a metal demo of that combo?
I'm working on something!
@@TheToneLounge Thanks. I like the way you organize your review. I have subscrived!
@@ricardoferreira369 I'm glad you did! Cheers
Can’t wait!!
Dropping tomorrow!
Great review. Told me exactly what i wanted to know about the Amp. For me it's a pass mainly because of having to get a new speaker and lack of real volume drop in Low setting.
I'm glad the information was useful. I was setting out to give the much needed info for those who could not try one in person. What other options are you looking at?
@@TheToneLounge Do you know of a tube amp that sounds good at low volume (marshall sound) ? without attenuators and pedals, etc...
@@2bad4unme I like the Joyo Jackman 2 for that.
There is a pretty significant volume drop, I have this amp and I can confirm this.
I thought the celestion 8 15 was one of the best 8 inch speakers to get?
It's a matter of taste. I didn't like the stock speaker.
hello,I have the same amplifier bought a few days ago.. and in the upper part where there are controls, I smell a slight burning smell.. do you think it's the normal smell of valves? Thank you
I would bring it in to the store. It's not supposed to smell like it's burning. Sometimes, dust will settle on some of the electronics that heat up, and you can get a weird smell, but it does not smell like it's burning. Hope that helps.
Perfect review. I got all the info I needed. Nice amp but was after something quieter. Shame.
Have you looked at the Harley Benton Tube15/Stage Right?
Anybody tried this through a 12" cab? I got an O5c and the sound I like but it is an eight inch speaker...
Can I run the amp section into another combo that has a similar feature (plug it out), might go for a DSL-5 with 10" speaker if I can plug the Origin into that (with a switch?).
You can run the external out to a cab with matching impedance.
Totally agree with you about the speaker sound 😞... I was thinking to replace it wih a 10" celestion greenback, the hole can be enlarged but do you think it could be possible in terms of depth size?
I don't know. I think using an exterior cab might be the easier choice.
@@TheToneLounge I've just found and ordered an 8" Jensen alnico speaker that seems to fit with the size. I am looking forward to receive it, let's hope so!
Keep me up to date on that. I'm curious to hear your thoughts.
@@TheToneLounge Yes sure!
@@TheToneLounge Jensen speaker mounted, sound quality improved, brighter tone with emphasis on highs! You can find here a short tutorial describing the speaker replacement, the problem found about the size and how to fix it: ruclips.net/video/oqdamCeE58M/видео.html
Need a side by side with the ac 15 easy views
You know, I might do that. I am working on a Harley Benton TUBE15 VS AC15 video too! ;)
I have the 50c and the 20c, this 5c doesn’t have the Marshall thing going on, probably because an 8 inch speaker cont really convince anyone. Back to the island of misfit amps.
I tried it with IRs and it still sounded small and boxy. It's really not what I had hoped for with this amp. It could have been so much better.
Don't believe the naysayers, this is a very good amp!
I'm glad you like it Tom! I did not like the amp at all, and believe me, I really wanted too. That's the beauty of gear, there is something for everyone. Cheers
That cabinet looks like it could be rerouted to accommodate a bigger speaker 🤔 I also might be wrong, because it looks like the baffle is 2 pieces, and there may be a specific reason for that...but as long as you find a speaker with the same mounting depth, it should be golden
That amp, imho, should have come stock with a 12Èspeaker instead of the 8". It would have made for a much more successful product. But yeah, I'm sure that someone that was willing enough could get a 10" in there at least.
Would this amp work for blues jam open mic setting? I also have a 1x12 Texas heat cab that might be great with this amp
It would. As long as you have the possibility to Mic it up, then I would say yes.
@@TheToneLounge I traded for it today. Really like the tone. I have the Amazon overdrive and sounds great with it and TC Honey Pot
does anyone know a good speaker to replace the stock speaker with?
Depending on your budget, the HB 1x12 cab with V30 is a great option.
Just wouldn’t use the cab you are talking about then that only comes in 8 ohm
I want one!!! Run it thur my 2x12 vox bronco ( white) with two cream backs.... or i have a birch 1x12with celestion blue... with my pedal board and old tele and strat. Great vid !!!! Guys can learn from you about doing fun but information based vids... The speaker sounds like cardboard 🤮
Thank you so much! Yeah, that stock speaker is garbage. The amp sounds far better with a 12" driver. Plus, the price is not too shabby either. ;)
A metà volume distorce.
Una schifezza.
Non è un ottimo amplificatore.