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Re: Marshall DSL100
I don't get a chance to even try a DSL50 at my local authorised store, *sigh
I don't get a chance to even try a DSL50 at my local authorised store, *sigh
Marshall DSL100
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Re: Marshall DSL100
I can't say anything bad about the DSL 100 at all, but it didn't blow my socks off either. Awesome cleans, i thought it lacked a little in the really heavy distortion areas. But i'm a 6L6 tube kinda guy, so that not being fair to the EL34's in the Marshall. Very versatile, a really great all around amp, i'm not sure if it is worth the pricetag, but then again it is a Marshall. If you can get a good deal on it, then go for it. I guarantee you won't be disapointed. If you want another alternative, i might get flamed for this, but I was really impress with the Peavey 6506 I played. The cleans weren't as great as the DSL but, when plugged into the Low output I was really impressed with the tight crunch it gave, reminded me of Marshall somewhat. And then when you need it, it can go into heavy metal territory. Just a thought.
I can't say anything bad about the DSL 100 at all, but it didn't blow my socks off either. Awesome cleans, i thought it lacked a little in the really heavy distortion areas. But i'm a 6L6 tube kinda guy, so that not being fair to the EL34's in the Marshall. Very versatile, a really great all around amp, i'm not sure if it is worth the pricetag, but then again it is a Marshall. If you can get a good deal on it, then go for it. I guarantee you won't be disapointed. If you want another alternative, i might get flamed for this, but I was really impress with the Peavey 6506 I played. The cleans weren't as great as the DSL but, when plugged into the Low output I was really impressed with the tight crunch it gave, reminded me of Marshall somewhat. And then when you need it, it can go into heavy metal territory. Just a thought.
Re: Marshall DSL100
Man, I was just gonna chime in on this.
Having owned both, I can tell you these are both pretty much 'niche' amps.
I think the DSL 100 does an awesome job of mild overdrive to moderate distortion. Think AC/DC here. I can, with hotter pickups (like the JB), get into Rhoads type sounds on the higher gain lead channel. The cleans are pretty good on the DSL as well. I don't like my Strats with single coils much through this amp for dirty tones.
If I'm going to play metal, I much prefer the 5150. It is tight, and with the right settings and speaker cab, it just shines. However, on the moderate distortion stuff, I think it sounds too 'round' and isn't quite what I'm looking for. It has plenty of gain on tap without the need for external pedals. Great metal amp.
-Mark
taphappy said:
Man, I was just gonna chime in on this.
Having owned both, I can tell you these are both pretty much 'niche' amps.
I think the DSL 100 does an awesome job of mild overdrive to moderate distortion. Think AC/DC here. I can, with hotter pickups (like the JB), get into Rhoads type sounds on the higher gain lead channel. The cleans are pretty good on the DSL as well. I don't like my Strats with single coils much through this amp for dirty tones.
If I'm going to play metal, I much prefer the 5150. It is tight, and with the right settings and speaker cab, it just shines. However, on the moderate distortion stuff, I think it sounds too 'round' and isn't quite what I'm looking for. It has plenty of gain on tap without the need for external pedals. Great metal amp.
-Mark
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Re: Marshall DSL100
I have owned a DSL50 and a couple DSL100s. I really like the DSL50 but only slightly more than the DSL100. Both are truly great amps IMO. I find the cleans VERY good for a rock amp- it won't fool anyone into thinking it is a Fender or Hiwatt but it is damn good. Don't buy one to play steel guitar in a country band or play jazz. The red channel get's plenty nasty and I think it sounds outstanding at moderate volume levels. I used to like the DSL better at moderate loud levels than when it was cranked all the way. I don't think you can go wrong with a used DSL... a DSL 50 can be had for under $800 and is a great bargain. I actually prefer a 12/75 speakers with the DSL heads over a V30. The V30 was too "ice pick in the forehead" for me. I would at lease use a couple 12/75s in a 4X12 to help balance out the V30s.
I have owned a DSL50 and a couple DSL100s. I really like the DSL50 but only slightly more than the DSL100. Both are truly great amps IMO. I find the cleans VERY good for a rock amp- it won't fool anyone into thinking it is a Fender or Hiwatt but it is damn good. Don't buy one to play steel guitar in a country band or play jazz. The red channel get's plenty nasty and I think it sounds outstanding at moderate volume levels. I used to like the DSL better at moderate loud levels than when it was cranked all the way. I don't think you can go wrong with a used DSL... a DSL 50 can be had for under $800 and is a great bargain. I actually prefer a 12/75 speakers with the DSL heads over a V30. The V30 was too "ice pick in the forehead" for me. I would at lease use a couple 12/75s in a 4X12 to help balance out the V30s.
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