Really like the way this review is going!! Can't wait to hear the next one on this amp!! Also, as a side note, if you don't have $900 sitting around you can get in on Zzounds for $75 / month for 12 months...
LOL I had to fight the urge to use it on this but across the two part series, I only used inexpensive guitars. Next week will be the clean channel. I used an Epi LP for part of that!
You're too kind! My video I did have ready to go this week got copyright blocked because of a 40 second clip of Neil Giraldo playing a solo in a Pat Benatar vid. I'm glad I had extra content produced and ready to go, else I would have had no video to post this week
@@oldguysguitarvlog183 Yeah the other 3 songs that got dinged were just warnings but I'm not monetized anyway so to me it doesn't matter. And if I do eventually monetize, I won't get micro pennies on a couple of old, low views videos. I think it applies under Fair Use which includes education, criticism and commentary - mine was commentary and gushing praise to boot, but if you dispute it and you lose, there are horror stories that RUclips can nuke your channel with no recourse, no due process so I was afraid to even try to dispute it. When I make mistakes in my playing in my vids, I often joke that I did it on purpose to keep the YT police at bay.
“Gonna do some tapping that’s gonna blow your mind…how average it is” LMAO 🤣 Man I almost spilled my coffee lol Love your dry sense of humor! Great demo!
Nice demo man. I have one of these bad boys and it has not disappointed. It's surprisingly versatile, the cleans you get sound great. I gig with it on the heavy channel, with the lead button clicked into 2....gain about 3 o'clock, bass 12, treble and mid 3 as well....a lot of people ask compliment me on my tone and ask what pedals I use to get that sound (I don't use any)...so that really says something about the amp
Yeah I mostly play it straight up raw dog! I also did a separate video for channel 1 if you’re interested! Would love to have you subscribe if not already! Thanks CJ! 🎸🤘🏻
@@GearGasms subscribed as I was watching man! I'll watch the other video now. I Actually lied when I say I don't use any pedals, use chorus for a couple songs hahaha. Probably not the kinda stuff you're into but check out one of our recordings (done with the marshall)... ruclips.net/video/izGAFu1nnMs/видео.html
$900.....? When bought mine, it was a year old on the showroom floor, and it was on sale for $1,600. After tax, warranty and shit, it was over $1,800!!! .....it was a 100h . They have went down after time, but when this behemoth came out, it was new from Marshall and sounds FUCKIN KILLER!!! and for DOOM metal, it's a beast!! But I wanted one then, if I had waited, I probably wound up with an amp that just sounds like every other amp.... peavy, crate, or a ss amp that without any effects, they sound the same. this is why I use either valves, or tubes.
I have this AWESOME amp along with several other Marshalls, Fenders, and a classic Peavey pushing 2, 2×12 cabinets. Marshall is my go to amps in my studio followed by my Fender Dual Reverb. Keep on pickin
Thanks Mike! I got this amp and a real Gibson Les Paul Std all in about a 2 week period so my head is gear-spinning a little from it all. It's a great, great amp so far! What Peavey do you have? I had a buddy in HS who had a Peavey Deuce and it was killer!
Holy hell, Mike - that's a wall of fire! What model of Peavey amp is it? Some of those old Peavey's are finally starting to get a little respect. I came of age in the Deep South Golden Age of Southern rock, and all of my boys, including Skynyrd used Peaveys back in the day. We had the factory just over in Mississippi! :-)
@@GearGasms It is an old peavey classic tweed 20 watt tube into 2 tweed 2×12 classic cabs. I grew up in the 50 and 60's and was a studio guitarist by 13. Played in with Eric Burden and the Animals, on several tracks of GFR , and some with Skynyrd, and one with Jimmy Paige and more. They called us the wrecking crew.
Love mine!!.....nice FAT metal tone!!! It's great for Ozzy, Metallica, Pantera, NuMetal.....the versatility is Insane....and has Audio Input to plug your computer/mp3 in for backing tracks!
Thanks Mike! I’m not happy with the way this sounded in the video - it’s not nearly as fizzy in the room! Would love to have you subscribe if not already! 🤘🏻
I keep pronouncing Charvel wrong in my vids- I think my brain sticks when the camera is on. I did a Charvel vs PRS shootout, which as a premise is kind of ridiculous, but the Charvel rocks. I may still be my favorite. I need to do a full review on it because it does clean, Stratty sounds really well too. I think it's the best bang for the buck in guitars right now.
Nice lil Dog Eat Dog- Ted Nugent riff you tossed in there! I haven't actually played thru the DSL100H but I own a JCM2000 DSL50 and this is essentially the same amp, just with newer updates and since the 50 is long gone, this one has the option to drop the power from 100 to 50. They are amazing amps that can do damn near anything you could ever want. Extremely versatile
Thanks Michael! I usually just wing it in these demos but I’m getting better at trying to pick things to play that highlight the gear more effectively. Would love to have you subscribe if not already!
While watching when you started playing for the first time in the video, I realized it sounds exactly like the "metal 2000" setting on my Fender Mustang, I think that's what they were trying to digitally model because it sounds freakishly uncanny!
Perhaps. Or, more likely it’s my poor recording technique. I’ve gotten better at the audio part of making vids since then! Would love to have you subscribe if not already! Thanks
Yes. On the newest DSL100HR version They added 2 master volume controls, tightened up and added a little more low end and reduced the fizziness in the highs on the red channel that people complained about on the DSL100H version. They also re-engineered the half power mode (and incorporated it into the front standby switch instead of having a switch on the back) so that it operates at a lower plate voltage rather than affecting the tube triodes, so now the tone isn't affected nearly as much as before at half power. Other than that, they stil sound somewhat similar. The new HR version is quite a bit better tonewise and has better features. The newer model also has an 3.5mm MP3 input, headphone output, speaker emulated output, more speaker output options and a MIDI input. There's also a new 6 button footswitch (sold separately) for it that allows you to use all 4 channels (2 green and 2 red) independently, as well as to turn the effects loop and reverb on and off from the floor.
Lol yes, a ton. I bough my 100HR at launch and it's got many many upgrades over the previous version. Looks like someone already listed them and you don't wanna get me started cause I'll write a book about the 100HR. It's an incredible amo with many many "fixes/upgrades".
@@GearGasms It likely only works on the 100HR an 40cr versions due to the fact it's designed around the firmware and switching board on the new models.
The DSL100H is a 100% monster of an amp. I also have DSL40C the 40 watt version of it. They both kill and you have to try very hard to get a sh_tty tone from these amps.. It's my favorite 2 channel amp I've owned.. Vietnam Marshall for the win..
I’m still trying to find my sound with it but for me taking it off the 50w mode and using it full on makes a big difference! Would love to have you subscribe if not already! Thanks
This really IS the be all end ALL Marshall Head. I've owned my JCM800 2204 since '86 and my DSL100H with a Boss SD-1 in front crushes it. All Day Long!
I cranked it up with earplugs last night and for the first time in my life I experienced the pants leg push! I’m probably sterile now but that’s okay- I’m too old to have any more kids anyway! Would love to have you subscribe if not already! Thanks Senor Death! 🎸🤘🏻
That’s a really neat concept, but now that I’m running that through my just awoken brain, it mostly makes sense! Please say that you’ll hang out with us and subscribe as that kind of insight is invaluable not just to me but for others who watch this stuff too! Great tip! Thanks Aaron! Tell a few friends! 🎸🤘🏻
Mine took a hit..R9 resistor meltdown and other resistors going brown...that said debated shop now and wait/or buy another head asap..tones are legit...so..to the shop we go...I got backups until then..thx
@GearGasms mine is 5 years old and tech saz the board has an inherent flaw that causes bias drift...some other issues he saz he can clean up with new tubes around $500..He comes highly decorated and feels the amp will be set for many more moons 😁
Brother! I love the sound you get on all guitars especially the Strat Hendrix/ SRV thing and the Eddie FrankenStrat! Great playing and tone! Thank you for making a video that shows the classic sound of your guitar coming through as opposed to all those metal heads that making the DSL sound like garbage! I'm used to having the English-made Marshall's. I bought a cream Marshall DSL40RC combo and don't like it unless I run it into a 2 x12 Orange PCP212C closed cab to get more tight bass response. The good Lord willing,I'm gonna get the DSL100H! You sold me! I was hesitant being it's made in Vietnam,but it sounds like it's a great amp. The only issue is the reverb lacking,but not huge like you said. GOD Bless you man! Rob Ransom
I absolutely love mine when it wants to sound good. Sometimes OD2 gets funky sounding like it's too overdriven or something and I can't quite figure out the issue. I already changed the tubes and that helped some but I wonder if it might be my setting or cabs. Any suggestions would be helpful.
Hmm. I got the 1960A used for about the same price as that. I’m told it makes a difference but it really shouldn’t be the cause of the issue you described
@@GearGasms Yeah it's wierd. I played it threw my dad's 1960 JCM900 cab and it still did it but not as bad. Then I put it threw my V30 4x12 and it did it a little and then it was gone. Might be a coincidence but even with the MX cab it would go away sometimes. It's really wierd but I'm going to do some more research and try to figure it out because I think it's going to be something simple.
For 75% bedroom playing and 25% small bar/club gigging would you recommend this head/cab or the dsl40cr combo amp? Thanks and good job on your channel!
The combo for sure. The cabinet on this especially was heavy. I had to have my som help me carry it up. I played the 40 In a store and you don’t really lose anything! Thanks for the kind words Justin! Let me know what you get!🤘🏻🎸
Probably but I’ve never run a 2 speaker setup. This was my first 4x12 and it makes a difference and my old Ax2 has 2 12s and sounds great. Hmm I might lean toward the combo still because the head is still a handful and bulky. I’m getting some earplugs for Christmas so I can finally feel this thing in all it’s glory!
Have you ever played through a peavey 5150 ll or a 6505 plus. I bet you would love it especially with that EVH guitar. You can find them used nowadays for under a grand.
@@GearGasms the newer 5150's are designed by Eddie van Halen and are made by fender. They do sound great also. I have a peavey 5150 ll which was also designed by Eddie. Its 120 watts all tube and if you like playing van Halen style rock it really cooks. After eddie left peavey to make his own signature amps peavey kept making the Eddie designed 5150 but changed the name to 6505 but its identical in circuit design.
@@GearGasms also I just wanted to mention the first time I played ain't talking bout love through the peavey 5150 ll it blew my mind and you probably couldn't smack the smile off my face.
Hey man would really really like your feedback on this.. I have the cheaper cabinet that it cane with when they were selling them both for 1300.. In my mind I keep thinkimg that a 1960 cab would be a big upgrade. Do you think so? Sometimes I feel like I'm losing a little bit in places with the cab it came with even though I do live shows with it and it does rock.
I think it would but I'm not sure how much. Either way - look for one used. I paid about $450 for mine used. Thanks for watching and I hope you'll subscribe!
@@GearGasms I'll hit the subscribe right now. Sometimes I feel like I'm not getting the sweet sustain that someone like a Robin Trower gets, and I play a rig similar to his. Idk... tone can be such an elusive thing
I have not tried the head version of this as featured in this video. I did however try one of the new 2019 Gibson Explorers into the combo version of this and it sounded great. I'd actually like to hear the DSL100H on the crunch channel boosted with a tube screamer. I know on the earlier DSL versions, this was the way to a get a HUGE/tight metal tone. The older ones do not have a resonance control though...
“It has a shared EQ.” Why? It’s saying from the get go, “we’re here to compromise one or both of these sounds.” Not just this amp, but any shared EQ amp.
Fair enough- don't you think engaging the tone shift button on Lead 2 Red channel sounds a little Mesa-ish? Lie to me man! I really want a Mesa and I'm trying to talk myself out if by imagining I already have one! lol Which one do you have? Please subscribe if you haven't already!
@@GearGasms that's why I ended up buying both Mesa is just a different monster. I love my JCM2000 but it can't reach Mesa sounds maybe closer to a Peavey 6505+ with more flavour and less low end.
Yeah me too! I’m super stoked to have both as well! I have a Mesa video as well if you’re interested! Would love to have you subscribe if not already! Thanks! 🎸🤘🏻
Hmmm. Interesting idea- I might just try that! Thought about the opposite- playing guitar through a Rumble. 🤓🤘🏻Would love to have you subscribe if not already! Thanks
That amp comes alive on 4 volume on the 100 watt setup, below 2 volume it sounds muddy to my ears. It can sound so much better cranked a little bit more ;)
Yeah I’ve cranked it a few times with earplugs in. I find that there’s not much difference in the 50 watt setting at higher volumes. Would love to have you subscribe if not already! Thanks! 🤘🏻🎸
Yo lo uso a volumen de dormitorio y me parece genial nada "muddy" lo uso apenas a 1 de volumen y es ruidoso como el infierno, a 4 creo que me quedaria sordo xD, es el amplificador más.articulado que he tenido es mi favorito por encima de mi evh 5150
I don’t know how a tiny terror sounds but some of the comparison may be due to my poor mic work and me not knowing the amp well when I did this video. I since got an Orange though and have a couple of vids on those if you’re interested. Would love to have you subscribe if not already! 🎸🤘🏻
@@GearGasms yeah i like very much, now i am playing night train from guns and roses.. my cabinet has celestions in it but the lower version perhaps.. some day i want vintage 30 on my cabinet but it was expensive hehe.. now my guitar, i used epiphone slash signature. It is a cheap one,
@@GearGasms yeah i like very much, now i am playing night train from guns and roses.. my cabinet has celestions in it but the lower version perhaps.. some day i want vintage 30 on my cabinet but it was expensive hehe.. now my guitar, i used epiphone slash signature. It is a cheap one,
With a drill. 🤓 you can buy the kits - it’s pretty easy if I was able to do it. Would love to have you subscribe if not already! Love the screen name!!! 🤘🏻🎸
@@GearGasms Ah that’s alright, I’m just completely new to stack amps and was looking for a Marshall head with a headphone jack, I’ll keep an eye out still then🤞
You are correct but soon I will have my Spark amp and that should get better! Also my cubital tunnel syndrome affects brain connection to left hand when it is flaring. I’m going to believe that you’re trying to be genuinely helpfully and not a snarky ass. Thanks for watching and would love to have you subscribe if not already! 🎸🤘🏻
@@GearGasms The DSL100HR has DSL100 under the Power Switches, Master Volumes, Five Loudspeakers Jacks, Emulated Out and Audio In. The DSL100H has DSL100H to the right of the Power Switches, no Master Volumes, Three Loudspeakers Jacks, no Emulated Out and no Audio In . You even have "Marshall DSL100h" in the Description.
No offense intended, but some friendly tips and helpful hints: Working on your vibrato and playing with a little more confidence/authority would turn you from a good player into a great one. Just a hint from one guitar plinker to another.
inexpensive ?????? wtf dude , you think 1k for a 100 watt head is inexpensive ? you honestly think marshalls dual lead is inexpensive ? i noticed you have just one amp head and cab .
When a Marshall 100w head normally starts at $2400, yes $899 is inexpensive. A 15 watt Fender Blues Jr is $599. I have a handful of Line6 amps as well as Fender and Blackstar combos. Not every amp I own is in my backdrop. I stand by my assessment. I got my DSL as an open box for $630 and and my 4X12 used for $500. So yeah a 100W Marshall stack used to be almost $4k - I think putting one together for $1100 is comparatively cheap. Thanks for watching and commenting!
@@GearGasms yea i got my dsl100 for 700 b stock , only thing wrong with it was it was missing the power cord, and last night picked up a 1960B straight 300 watt jcm lead for $400 actually in fantastic shape from guitar center. my only regret is getting the evh striped for $1400 i coulda done way better than that had i looked into things a bit .
Yeah I didn’t think it came across in the video. I should probably shoot another video on this. Thanks Buster! Would love to have you subscribe if not already!
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I think they match ok? No one said they didn’t and it sounds good to me.
No fx, No nothing, no bullsh-t just a very good review focused on the straight up sound of the amp👍
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Really like the way this review is going!! Can't wait to hear the next one on this amp!! Also, as a side note, if you don't have $900 sitting around you can get in on Zzounds for $75 / month for 12 months...
Thanks Bill - yes many of the music stores have good financing deals! I"m still discovering all this bad boy can do!
I have a DSL40CR so I already know this amp series is GREAT! Nice Les Paul btw haha :)
LOL I had to fight the urge to use it on this but across the two part series, I only used inexpensive guitars. Next week will be the clean channel. I used an Epi LP for part of that!
GearGasms Love the videos, keep it up!
I'm not a Marshall guy at all, but DAMN that sounds great. You know how to dial it in which is super important. Rock on!! \m/
You're too kind! My video I did have ready to go this week got copyright blocked because of a 40 second clip of Neil Giraldo playing a solo in a Pat Benatar vid. I'm glad I had extra content produced and ready to go, else I would have had no video to post this week
@@GearGasms crap that sucks! Lots of people getting dinged with that lately. Sheesh.
@@oldguysguitarvlog183 Yeah the other 3 songs that got dinged were just warnings but I'm not monetized anyway so to me it doesn't matter. And if I do eventually monetize, I won't get micro pennies on a couple of old, low views videos. I think it applies under Fair Use which includes education, criticism and commentary - mine was commentary and gushing praise to boot, but if you dispute it and you lose, there are horror stories that RUclips can nuke your channel with no recourse, no due process so I was afraid to even try to dispute it. When I make mistakes in my playing in my vids, I often joke that I did it on purpose to keep the YT police at bay.
@@GearGasms Well holy crap, LOL.
“Gonna do some tapping that’s gonna blow your mind…how average it is” LMAO 🤣 Man I almost spilled my coffee lol Love your dry sense of humor! Great demo!
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Nice demo man. I have one of these bad boys and it has not disappointed. It's surprisingly versatile, the cleans you get sound great. I gig with it on the heavy channel, with the lead button clicked into 2....gain about 3 o'clock, bass 12, treble and mid 3 as well....a lot of people ask compliment me on my tone and ask what pedals I use to get that sound (I don't use any)...so that really says something about the amp
Yeah I mostly play it straight up raw dog! I also did a separate video for channel 1 if you’re interested! Would love to have you subscribe if not already! Thanks CJ! 🎸🤘🏻
@@GearGasms subscribed as I was watching man! I'll watch the other video now. I Actually lied when I say I don't use any pedals, use chorus for a couple songs hahaha.
Probably not the kinda stuff you're into but check out one of our recordings (done with the marshall)...
ruclips.net/video/izGAFu1nnMs/видео.html
$900.....? When bought mine, it was a year old on the showroom floor, and it was on sale for $1,600. After tax, warranty and shit, it was over $1,800!!! .....it was a 100h .
They have went down after time, but when this behemoth came out, it was new from Marshall and sounds FUCKIN KILLER!!!
and for DOOM metal, it's a beast!! But I wanted one then, if I had waited, I probably wound up with an amp that just sounds like every other amp.... peavy, crate, or a ss amp that without any effects, they sound the same. this is why I use either valves, or tubes.
That strat sounds fantastic through that DSL!
Thank you! I’ll have to go back and watch because I rarely plug a Strat into it!
I have this AWESOME amp along with several other Marshalls, Fenders, and a classic Peavey pushing 2, 2×12 cabinets. Marshall is my go to amps in my studio followed by my Fender Dual Reverb. Keep on pickin
Thanks Mike! I got this amp and a real Gibson Les Paul Std all in about a 2 week period so my head is gear-spinning a little from it all. It's a great, great amp so far! What Peavey do you have? I had a buddy in HS who had a Peavey Deuce and it was killer!
@@GearGasms I have it paralleled with a Marshall Code100 modeling amp and a second 100 watt Marshall, all with 4×12 cabs.
Holy hell, Mike - that's a wall of fire! What model of Peavey amp is it? Some of those old Peavey's are finally starting to get a little respect. I came of age in the Deep South Golden Age of Southern rock, and all of my boys, including Skynyrd used Peaveys back in the day. We had the factory just over in Mississippi! :-)
@@GearGasms It is an old peavey classic tweed 20 watt tube into 2 tweed 2×12 classic cabs. I grew up in the 50 and 60's and was a studio guitarist by 13. Played in with Eric Burden and the Animals, on several tracks of GFR , and some with Skynyrd, and one with Jimmy Paige and more. They called us the wrecking crew.
@@mikecarreca7864 Sounds sweet!
finally! a good demo with no knob changing and knobs at noon like it should be for demos
Lord Winterheart oh wow! Thanks - I rarely get compliments so this is great to read lol! Would love to have you subscribe if not already! Thanks Lord!
Love mine!!.....nice FAT metal tone!!! It's great for Ozzy, Metallica, Pantera, NuMetal.....the versatility is Insane....and has Audio Input to plug your computer/mp3 in for backing tracks!
Thanks Mike! I’m not happy with the way this sounded in the video - it’s not nearly as fizzy in the room! Would love to have you subscribe if not already! 🤘🏻
"It's gonna blow your mind, just how average it is." I can really relate to THAT!
Lol - honesty is the best policy!
That was a very pleasant review. Love the Stack. And that fender is beautiful. Sounding and looking. But,. That charvel is brilliant.
I keep pronouncing Charvel wrong in my vids- I think my brain sticks when the camera is on. I did a Charvel vs PRS shootout, which as a premise is kind of ridiculous, but the Charvel rocks. I may still be my favorite. I need to do a full review on it because it does clean, Stratty sounds really well too. I think it's the best bang for the buck in guitars right now.
Very nice positive attitude during the review. The amp is killer. Keep up the good work.
Thanks for watching Bret we'd love to have you as a subscriber!
@@GearGasms consider it done buddy
@@BretCahill Thanks Bret!
I'm subscribing purely because of the name of the channel
Nice lil Dog Eat Dog- Ted Nugent riff you tossed in there! I haven't actually played thru the DSL100H but I own a JCM2000 DSL50 and this is essentially the same amp, just with newer updates and since the 50 is long gone, this one has the option to drop the power from 100 to 50. They are amazing amps that can do damn near anything you could ever want. Extremely versatile
Thanks Michael! I usually just wing it in these demos but I’m getting better at trying to pick things to play that highlight the gear more effectively. Would love to have you subscribe if not already!
@@GearGasms you got it sir!
While watching when you started playing for the first time in the video, I realized it sounds exactly like the "metal 2000" setting on my Fender Mustang, I think that's what they were trying to digitally model because it sounds freakishly uncanny!
Perhaps. Or, more likely it’s my poor recording technique. I’ve gotten better at the audio part of making vids since then! Would love to have you subscribe if not already! Thanks
I had a JCM 2000 DSL 50 loved that amp
Had? What happened to it? Did you have to sell it?
@@GearGasms Well when my late father passed in 2002 had to sell to help with funeral expenses.
That's so sad - I hate hearing stories like that. Maybe get yourself this amp and rock the Marshall anew.
Bow to the GODS of G.A.S.! Did Marshall change the new DSL100h at all... other than the smaller DSL logo under the power switches?
I think some changes to Eq and reverb
Yes. On the newest DSL100HR version They added 2 master volume controls, tightened up and added a little more low end and reduced the fizziness in the highs on the red channel that people complained about on the DSL100H version. They also re-engineered the half power mode (and incorporated it into the front standby switch instead of having a switch on the back) so that it operates at a lower plate voltage rather than affecting the tube triodes, so now the tone isn't affected nearly as much as before at half power. Other than that, they stil sound somewhat similar. The new HR version is quite a bit better tonewise and has better features. The newer model also has an 3.5mm MP3 input, headphone output, speaker emulated output, more speaker output options and a MIDI input. There's also a new 6 button footswitch (sold separately) for it that allows you to use all 4 channels (2 green and 2 red) independently, as well as to turn the effects loop and reverb on and off from the floor.
That is some great information - thanks for adding it. I didn't know about the 6 button footswitch. Now I'm interested in getting that!
Lol yes, a ton. I bough my 100HR at launch and it's got many many upgrades over the previous version. Looks like someone already listed them and you don't wanna get me started cause I'll write a book about the 100HR. It's an incredible amo with many many "fixes/upgrades".
@@GearGasms It likely only works on the 100HR an 40cr versions due to the fact it's designed around the firmware and switching board on the new models.
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The DSL100H is a 100% monster of an amp. I also have DSL40C the 40 watt version of it. They both kill and you have to try very hard to get a sh_tty tone from these amps.. It's my favorite 2 channel amp I've owned..
Vietnam Marshall for the win..
Yeah I’ve learned and still learning how to get the best out of it!
If you're into JCM800 and is broken... This is a way to go!
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Great amp.Rocks and you can get it anywhere on tour. Does it all
I’m still trying to find my sound with it but for me taking it off the 50w mode and using it full on makes a big difference! Would love to have you subscribe if not already! Thanks
Excellent demo...
Thanks George! I still don’t know if this really scratches that Marshall itch for some reason
This really IS the be all end ALL Marshall Head. I've owned my JCM800 2204 since '86 and my DSL100H with a Boss SD-1 in front crushes it. All Day Long!
I cranked it up with earplugs last night and for the first time in my life I experienced the pants leg push! I’m probably sterile now but that’s okay- I’m too old to have any more kids anyway! Would love to have you subscribe if not already! Thanks Senor Death! 🎸🤘🏻
Try it with the Marshall Guv'nor!! The Best!!!
Switch to 100w(still good with 50w) on classic channel with gain cranked = AC DC
I’ll have to try that out Kramer! Thanks for watching and commenting and would love to have you subscribe if not already! 🤘🏻🎸
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Uber geil! 🎸🤘🏻
How is it for heavyass death Metal?
It might need some pedal love but I think it could
I have the 20watt combo here, if you put a noise gate in front its brings out the reverb nicely
That’s a really neat concept, but now that I’m running that through my just awoken brain, it mostly makes sense! Please say that you’ll hang out with us and subscribe as that kind of insight is invaluable not just to me but for others who watch this stuff too! Great tip! Thanks Aaron! Tell a few friends! 🎸🤘🏻
@@GearGasms No worries mate.
Man that head has balls!
Yeah it’s got some bite!
Mine took a hit..R9 resistor meltdown and other resistors going brown...that said debated shop now and wait/or buy another head asap..tones are legit...so..to the shop we go...I got backups until then..thx
Yuck that stinks! So far no issues here
@GearGasms mine is 5 years old and tech saz the board has an inherent flaw that causes bias drift...some other issues he saz he can clean up with new tubes around $500..He comes highly decorated and feels the amp will be set for many more moons 😁
Brother! I love the sound you get on all guitars especially the Strat Hendrix/ SRV thing and the Eddie FrankenStrat! Great playing and tone! Thank you for making a video that shows the classic sound of your guitar coming through as opposed to all those metal heads that making the DSL sound like garbage!
I'm used to having the English-made Marshall's. I bought a cream Marshall DSL40RC combo and don't like it unless I run it into a 2 x12 Orange PCP212C closed cab to get more tight bass response.
The good Lord willing,I'm gonna get the DSL100H! You sold me! I was hesitant being it's made in Vietnam,but it sounds like it's a great amp. The only issue is the reverb lacking,but not huge like you said. GOD Bless you man!
Rob Ransom
Thanks for the kind words! It’s a lot better amp than people make it out to be. They crap on the 5150 Iconic too for the same reason. Snobbery 🤓🤘🏻
@@GearGasms You're welcome! What cab/ speakers are you running?
The 1960a cabinet with Celestions. Can’t remember which exact model
I'm wondering if the preamp has diodes along with the tubes
Charles Benson I’m pretty sure it’s all tube
Yeah it has 4 preamp tubes. So i believe it is all tube.
I absolutely love mine when it wants to sound good. Sometimes OD2 gets funky sounding like it's too overdriven or something and I can't quite figure out the issue. I already changed the tubes and that helped some but I wonder if it might be my setting or cabs. Any suggestions would be helpful.
I’ve had no issues with OD2 so far, luckily, but I don’t use it too often. What cab are you using?
@@GearGasms The matching cab. MX412AR
Hmm. I got the 1960A used for about the same price as that. I’m told it makes a difference but it really shouldn’t be the cause of the issue you described
@@GearGasms Yeah it's wierd. I played it threw my dad's 1960 JCM900 cab and it still did it but not as bad. Then I put it threw my V30 4x12 and it did it a little and then it was gone. Might be a coincidence but even with the MX cab it would go away sometimes. It's really wierd but I'm going to do some more research and try to figure it out because I think it's going to be something simple.
Marshall 1959 super lead plexi studio Vintage is my mine! 1300 bucks uk built!
Aw man that sounds sweet! Did you buy it used or a ling time ago?
It’s new amps from Marshall they have one called a studio jcm 800 classic 20 watts and the silver jubilee 20 watt head
Definitely buying the new studio 1959 slp vintage 20 watt with tax money
Yeah the Studio JCM is getting a lot of good reviews! Would love to have you as a subscriber if you're not already!
GearGasms those little 800 will sell like hot cakes same with the plexis
Killer playing and very informative, dropped a sub and a like keep up the work man🤘👍
Thanks!! Welcome aboard!
@@GearGasms i look forward to it man
Sounds great dude
Thanks Charles! Would love to have you subscribe if not already! I used the Marshall in my most recent video!! 🎸🤘🏻
For 75% bedroom playing and 25% small bar/club gigging would you recommend this head/cab or the dsl40cr combo amp? Thanks and good job on your channel!
The combo for sure. The cabinet on this especially was heavy. I had to have my som help me carry it up. I played the 40
In a store and you don’t really lose anything! Thanks for the kind words Justin! Let me know what you get!🤘🏻🎸
@@GearGasms
Thanks man.
How about if I did a 2 speaker cab/ head? Would you still go combo?
Probably but I’ve never run a 2 speaker setup. This was my first 4x12 and it makes a difference and my old Ax2 has 2 12s and sounds great. Hmm I might lean toward the combo still because the head is still a handful and bulky. I’m getting some earplugs for Christmas so I can finally feel this thing in all it’s glory!
@@GearGasms
That's awesome. Have fun.
I think I'm going to get the combo this weekend. Merry Christmas to me! Lol
Cheers pal! Thanks for the advice
I’m getting ready to plug in now and get loud! Merry Christmas indeed! Ps I did a funny Christmas video this year- check it out if you get a chance!
Have you ever played through a peavey 5150 ll or a 6505 plus. I bet you would love it especially with that EVH guitar. You can find them used nowadays for under a grand.
I have not but I have had my eye on them, as well as the lunch box EVH 5150 ones. Do you have one of the Peaveys? Thoughts?
@@GearGasms the newer 5150's are designed by Eddie van Halen and are made by fender. They do sound great also. I have a peavey 5150 ll which was also designed by Eddie. Its 120 watts all tube and if you like playing van Halen style rock it really cooks. After eddie left peavey to make his own signature amps peavey kept making the Eddie designed 5150 but changed the name to 6505 but its identical in circuit design.
@@GearGasms also I just wanted to mention the first time I played ain't talking bout love through the peavey 5150 ll it blew my mind and you probably couldn't smack the smile off my face.
Hey man would really really like your feedback on this.. I have the cheaper cabinet that it cane with when they were selling them both for 1300.. In my mind I keep thinkimg that a 1960 cab would be a big upgrade. Do you think so? Sometimes I feel like I'm losing a little bit in places with the cab it came with even though I do live shows with it and it does rock.
I think it would but I'm not sure how much. Either way - look for one used. I paid about $450 for mine used. Thanks for watching and I hope you'll subscribe!
@@GearGasms I'll hit the subscribe right now. Sometimes I feel like I'm not getting the sweet sustain that someone like a Robin Trower gets, and I play a rig similar to his. Idk... tone can be such an elusive thing
Indeed it can!
I like the early break-up mild crunch sound a Marshall offers, but as far as high gain, after hearing the Soldano SLO 100 I'm ruined
I bet!!
I have not tried the head version of this as featured in this video. I did however try one of the new 2019 Gibson Explorers into the combo version of this and it sounded great. I'd actually like to hear the DSL100H on the crunch channel boosted with a tube screamer. I know on the earlier DSL versions, this was the way to a get a HUGE/tight metal tone. The older ones do not have a resonance control though...
I have a screamer type circuit in my Pinnacle deluxe that does work well with both channels!
Im havin all the gain way down on any pedal i got but im on the front end not the loop on the head
Best way!
“It has a shared EQ.”
Why? It’s saying from the get go, “we’re here to compromise one or both of these sounds.”
Not just this amp, but any shared EQ amp.
Absolute truth!!! Great comment!
Is there a loop on these? Also any vids with this amp with a DS-1 Overdrive or similar into the front to tighten it up? Thanks!
There is a loop and you just gave me an idea for a video!
Sounds nothing like a mesa cmon man I have both! Nice video regardless
Fair enough- don't you think engaging the tone shift button on Lead 2 Red channel sounds a little Mesa-ish? Lie to me man! I really want a Mesa and I'm trying to talk myself out if by imagining I already have one! lol Which one do you have? Please subscribe if you haven't already!
@@GearGasms that's why I ended up buying both Mesa is just a different monster. I love my JCM2000 but it can't reach Mesa sounds maybe closer to a Peavey 6505+ with more flavour and less low end.
Yeah me too! I’m super stoked to have both as well! I have a Mesa video as well if you’re interested! Would love to have you subscribe if not already! Thanks! 🎸🤘🏻
Has anyone tried one of these for bass, kinda like the classic early 70's YES tones by Chris Squire?
With 12" speakers, of course...
Hmmm. Interesting idea- I might just try that! Thought about the opposite- playing guitar through a Rumble. 🤓🤘🏻Would love to have you subscribe if not already! Thanks
I just ran your Marshall into my Marshall bluetooth speaker and I think someone called the cops.
They should put that in a commercial !
Is it MIDI compatible?
No
That amp comes alive on 4 volume on the 100 watt setup, below 2 volume it sounds muddy to my ears. It can sound so much better cranked a little bit more ;)
Yeah I’ve cranked it a few times with earplugs in. I find that there’s not much difference in the 50 watt setting at higher volumes. Would love to have you subscribe if not already! Thanks! 🤘🏻🎸
Yo lo uso a volumen de dormitorio y me parece genial nada "muddy" lo uso apenas a 1 de volumen y es ruidoso como el infierno, a 4 creo que me quedaria sordo xD, es el amplificador más.articulado que he tenido es mi favorito por encima de mi evh 5150
El Mismo para me, mas o menos. Me gusta este amplificador en la casa.
@@GearGasms genial! Saludos amigo!
Mate, Did you turn into Jed Clampert all of a sudden at 10:35 hahaha ?
The Southern in me sneaks in on occasion! Lol
hi man !! nice review !! what are the cab speakers ?
Marshall 1965A- Celestions. Thanks!
@@GearGasms i forgot, they are all JJ tubes or stock marshall ? thx
Whatever shipped stock
Sounds on par with my Orange Micro Dark and Mini Tube Screamer ($260 combined) lol
I’m thinking about getting the CR120 head and the single 12 cab!
@@GearGasms in my (limited) experience...Orange is some of the best. Tube screamer is a must tho for leads
I have a tinny terror tube orange head and its not even close to the dsl100 sound. Try them side to side and come back with updated comment
I don’t know how a tiny terror sounds but some of the comparison may be due to my poor mic work and me not knowing the amp well when I did this video. I since got an Orange though and have a couple of vids on those if you’re interested. Would love to have you subscribe if not already! 🎸🤘🏻
ROCK ON ALAN
Hair cut side lol ..not bad brother. .!!!
Thanks Brian - The clean/crunch video is uploading now - should be up by 10am or so!
Would the Marshal MX212R 160 watt 2 x 12 cabinet work with this? As far as watts, impedance, etc...
As long as the impedance match is ok then yes absolutely! Great question- thinking about getting one?
@@GearGasms Yes I am, with the cabs.
I have mine DSL100HR made in vietnam and a MG412A cabinets.
How do you like that cabinet?
@@GearGasms yeah i like very much, now i am playing night train from guns and roses.. my cabinet has celestions in it but the lower version perhaps.. some day i want vintage 30 on my cabinet but it was expensive hehe.. now my guitar, i used epiphone slash signature. It is a cheap one,
@@GearGasms yeah i like very much, now i am playing night train from guns and roses.. my cabinet has celestions in it but the lower version perhaps.. some day i want vintage 30 on my cabinet but it was expensive hehe.. now my guitar, i used epiphone slash signature. It is a cheap one,
I just bought mine from reverb.com last week
I play a bunch of Epiphones - they’re great! Would love to have you subscribe if not already!
how would i put the little wheels on the bottom
With a drill. 🤓 you can buy the kits - it’s pretty easy if I was able to do it. Would love to have you subscribe if not already! Love the screen name!!! 🤘🏻🎸
@@GearGasms ill sub right now
Thanks so much!
How much does this head cost
900 in the US
Thank you
You’re welcome!
Does this have anywhere to plug headphones in? Thanks
The 8 ohm out maybe? Lol No, I can’t swear it doesn’t but I don’t think it does. The smaller ones might though!
@@GearGasms Ah that’s alright, I’m just completely new to stack amps and was looking for a Marshall head with a headphone jack, I’ll keep an eye out still then🤞
Hit the Google brother - I’m sure the info is out there!🎸🤘🏻
How would this take my Diezel OD pedal?
Like a champ, in either channel
@@GearGasms Great I think I got a new amp thanks my friend.
Compared to JCM the DSL range sound poor. Not worth half the price of the JCM
I’m starting to think that may be correct!
🤘🔥🤘🔥🤘🔥🤘
Thanks Joe! Would love to have you subscribe if not already!
Next time get a Margarita or two before recording !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Yeah this early stuff is just awful! It’s better now though! Would love to have you subscribe if not already! Celebrate Mediocrity! 🤘🏻🎸
This grown man owns multiple kiss posters.
You should see my action figures!!
Ever tried improvising with a metronome? Because it doesn't sound like it. When you play a song it on tempo... but when you tried soloing. . .
You are correct but soon I will have my Spark amp and that should get better! Also my cubital tunnel syndrome affects brain connection to left hand when it is flaring. I’m going to believe that you’re trying to be genuinely helpfully and not a snarky ass.
Thanks for watching and would love to have you subscribe if not already! 🎸🤘🏻
Its hard to respect someone who's a kiss fan.
It’s easy to respect someone who finds it hard to respect a Kiss fan
1-877-Kars4Kidz 😜
Just saying - This is the older DSL100H the newer DSL100HR is even better!
This was brand new when I bought it and I made the video the same week. I’m not sure there is a newer one in the last year?
This is the one that I have
@@GearGasms The DSL100HR has DSL100 under the Power Switches, Master Volumes, Five Loudspeakers Jacks, Emulated Out and Audio In. The DSL100H has DSL100H to the right of the Power Switches, no Master Volumes, Three Loudspeakers Jacks, no Emulated Out and no Audio In . You even have "Marshall DSL100h" in the Description.
Gotcha!
No offense intended, but some friendly tips and helpful hints: Working on your vibrato and playing with a little more confidence/authority would turn you from a good player into a great one. Just a hint from one guitar plinker to another.
Oh, and thanks for the demo.
Yeah my vibrato sucks large and I freeze up when the camera is on
You shoot guitars?
Theodore Dowmansteingold ???
@@GearGasms "guitar plinker", plinking always meant shooting .22s at stuff..
You should talk more, play less. Sound like a kid.
Thanks for the nice comment! It’s improved since then but Celebrate Mediocrity! Have a great Easter! 🎸🤘🏻
Sounds thin, fizzy and too bright .
That might have to do more with my lack of experience setting up and micing the amp than the amp itself. Thanks for watching and commenting!
you can Never judge an amp over RUclips.
So true, Fu!
@@94SexyStang Then why even put it on youtube ?
inexpensive ?????? wtf dude , you think 1k for a 100 watt head is inexpensive ? you honestly think marshalls dual lead is inexpensive ? i noticed you have just one amp head and cab .
When a Marshall 100w head normally starts at $2400, yes $899 is inexpensive. A 15 watt Fender Blues Jr is $599. I have a handful of Line6 amps as well as Fender and Blackstar combos. Not every amp I own is in my backdrop. I stand by my assessment. I got my DSL as an open box for $630 and and my 4X12 used for $500. So yeah a 100W Marshall stack used to be almost $4k - I think putting one together for $1100 is comparatively cheap. Thanks for watching and commenting!
@@GearGasms yea i got my dsl100 for 700 b stock , only thing wrong with it was it was missing the power cord, and last night picked up a 1960B straight 300 watt jcm lead for $400 actually in fantastic shape from guitar center. my only regret is getting the evh striped for $1400 i coulda done way better than that had i looked into things a bit .
Used or open box/b-stock is the only way to fly in my book! Sounds like you have a sweet setup. Please subscribe if you haven't already! Thanks
1k is VERY cheap......especially for anything 100watt....and Marshall. You really need a reality check.
Three minutes and 12 seconds of blah blah blah👎
Steve thanks for taking the time to make RUclips a better place! 🎸🤘🏻
Wow that was bad. Like a valvestate.
Yeah I didn’t think it came across in the video. I should probably shoot another video on this. Thanks Buster! Would love to have you subscribe if not already!