PSA $1,249 for a Marshall 2555X Silver Jubilee @ AMS.
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JimmyO
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Re: PSA $1,249 for a Marshall 2555X Silver Jubilee @ AMS.
Woah, that is pretty GAS inducing. So you get 75watts more for $50 less than the smaller 25watt head?
I wonder why the price drop......low sales, upcoming discontinuation, reliability? If it is a solid build with reliability then this is a really good deal for a U.K. built Marshall. Maybe Brexit related lower excange rate? I think JeffB is right with the comparison to the 25watter. For most folks there is more opportunity to crank up a 25watt head these days than getting a 100watter really cooking. My old guitar teacher had an original 1980s JCM800 and it really came alive in the last quarter turn of the volume, very loud. But man what a sound.
Woah, that is pretty GAS inducing. So you get 75watts more for $50 less than the smaller 25watt head?
I wonder why the price drop......low sales, upcoming discontinuation, reliability? If it is a solid build with reliability then this is a really good deal for a U.K. built Marshall. Maybe Brexit related lower excange rate? I think JeffB is right with the comparison to the 25watter. For most folks there is more opportunity to crank up a 25watt head these days than getting a 100watter really cooking. My old guitar teacher had an original 1980s JCM800 and it really came alive in the last quarter turn of the volume, very loud. But man what a sound.
dystrust
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Re: PSA $1,249 for a Marshall 2555X Silver Jubilee @ AMS.
I've owned a 1988 Jubilee 2555 since 2001, and I've had indescribable GAS for a 2525H since winter NAMM last year. I finally got a chance to play one a month or so ago, and it sounds every bit as good as its big brother at a far more manageable volume and less than half the weight. That being said, the 2555 is more preamp-oriented and it also has a better master volume implementation than the 2203/2204. Mine starts sounding good at around 2.5 on the output master, and really comes alive at 4-5. Honestly I don't care for it above about 6 as the power amp breakup turns it into an over-compressed mess. In terms of reliability, my Jube has been pretty much bullet proof provided that the tubes are properly maintained and changed as needed. That's a good deal for a great amp, but honestly it's overkill for most players. Once I get a mini, I doubt I'll use my 2555 unless I'm playing outdoors or in a really big room with little / no PA support.
I've owned a 1988 Jubilee 2555 since 2001, and I've had indescribable GAS for a 2525H since winter NAMM last year. I finally got a chance to play one a month or so ago, and it sounds every bit as good as its big brother at a far more manageable volume and less than half the weight. That being said, the 2555 is more preamp-oriented and it also has a better master volume implementation than the 2203/2204. Mine starts sounding good at around 2.5 on the output master, and really comes alive at 4-5. Honestly I don't care for it above about 6 as the power amp breakup turns it into an over-compressed mess. In terms of reliability, my Jube has been pretty much bullet proof provided that the tubes are properly maintained and changed as needed. That's a good deal for a great amp, but honestly it's overkill for most players. Once I get a mini, I doubt I'll use my 2555 unless I'm playing outdoors or in a really big room with little / no PA support.
dystrust
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Re: PSA $1,249 for a Marshall 2555X Silver Jubilee @ AMS.
+1
I plugged into mine today for the first time in a few months and was blown away once again. Even at low volume, the 2555 sounds really good; it just sounds better when opened up a bit.
Unfortunately it has a weird volume oscillation where it'll go nearly silent for a few seconds and then bounce back to "normal" volume. I've been trying to figure that out for a while now, so it's off to the experts at Savage Audio. Luckily they're only about a 20 minute drive from here.
+1
I plugged into mine today for the first time in a few months and was blown away once again. Even at low volume, the 2555 sounds really good; it just sounds better when opened up a bit.
Unfortunately it has a weird volume oscillation where it'll go nearly silent for a few seconds and then bounce back to "normal" volume. I've been trying to figure that out for a while now, so it's off to the experts at Savage Audio. Luckily they're only about a 20 minute drive from here.
Lake Placid Blues
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Re: PSA $1,249 for a Marshall 2555X Silver Jubilee @ AMS.
And therein is the appeal and the main reason for the mini. Even if the effect is subtle, it is almost essential.
The mini gets you more of "that sound" with out the side effects of an attenuator or going to EL84 power tubes. The 20 watt/5 watt output section using big bottle tubes is absolutely brilliant.
And therein is the appeal and the main reason for the mini. Even if the effect is subtle, it is almost essential.
The mini gets you more of "that sound" with out the side effects of an attenuator or going to EL84 power tubes. The 20 watt/5 watt output section using big bottle tubes is absolutely brilliant.
astrozombie
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What a time to be broke, the jubilee is one of my dream amplifiers. Would pretty much be "done" with the search.
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What a time to be broke, the jubilee is one of my dream amplifiers. Would pretty much be "done" with the search.
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YeRedHouseOverYonder
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I briefly had a 2525H. Flipped it recently. Ran it through a 1x12 G12H-75. Stupid loud. The clean channel was surprisingly good. Both the 5/20w modes sounded great. It was light and well built. Makes sense why these are out selling the 100w version.
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I briefly had a 2525H. Flipped it recently. Ran it through a 1x12 G12H-75. Stupid loud. The clean channel was surprisingly good. Both the 5/20w modes sounded great. It was light and well built. Makes sense why these are out selling the 100w version.
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Gearjoneser
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Re: PSA $1,249 for a Marshall 2555X Silver Jubilee @ AMS.
That's odd. Marshall almost never discounts their best products.
Man, I'd be p!ssed if I'd bought one for $1900+
I hope they don't reissue the 50W 2550, because I have an original I don't want devalued. However, it would be a smart amp for them to sell because it splits the difference between the 20W and 100W.
My 50W 2550 seems less loud than my 50W 2204.
That's odd. Marshall almost never discounts their best products.
Man, I'd be p!ssed if I'd bought one for $1900+
I hope they don't reissue the 50W 2550, because I have an original I don't want devalued. However, it would be a smart amp for them to sell because it splits the difference between the 20W and 100W.
My 50W 2550 seems less loud than my 50W 2204.
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MetalManiac
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Re: PSA $1,249 for a Marshall 2555X Silver Jubilee @ AMS.
IMHO, the originals do not devalue cause of a reissue. One thing I am missing in my arsenal which I always wanted is a 'Hot rod Marshall.' I think the Jubilee is one? Best I can do is a pedal through my old original 2203...sure, that's a classic late 70's heavy metal sound, but still not a mid-late 80's hot rodded circuit Marshall. I'm, still waiting for someone to modify my Traynor Plexi circuit. Not exactly certain what the difference is between a hot rod Plexi and a Hot rod JCM800, but either would suit be fine.
IMHO, the originals do not devalue cause of a reissue. One thing I am missing in my arsenal which I always wanted is a 'Hot rod Marshall.' I think the Jubilee is one? Best I can do is a pedal through my old original 2203...sure, that's a classic late 70's heavy metal sound, but still not a mid-late 80's hot rodded circuit Marshall. I'm, still waiting for someone to modify my Traynor Plexi circuit. Not exactly certain what the difference is between a hot rod Plexi and a Hot rod JCM800, but either would suit be fine.
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Gearjoneser
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Re: PSA $1,249 for a Marshall 2555X Silver Jubilee @ AMS.
The 2550 actually is 25 or 50W, but the designation of 25/50 for the Jubilee series is Marshall's 25th Ann, and Jim's 50 years in the music business. Jim was actually a drummer, ironically.
The 2550 actually is 25 or 50W, but the designation of 25/50 for the Jubilee series is Marshall's 25th Ann, and Jim's 50 years in the music business. Jim was actually a drummer, ironically.
Re: PSA $1,249 for a Marshall 2555X Silver Jubilee @ AMS.
yes the jube is a hot rodded marshall. three channels, two of which are foot-switchable. you can sell your distortion and overdrive pedals to help pay for this amp. i also have the 800, 1987 (50W plexi) and a 1959RR (100W plexi super lead). at high volume they all sound the same to be frank, except the 50W lacks the headroom (aka nuts). at low volume they sound different to me. the 800 and jube have more comression. the non-master volume plexis sound more "organic" or "percussive", more dynamic and sensitive.
the modern take on the modded plexi and 800 is the master volume DSL line. i tried one out, actually the 2000 DSLs (dual super lead), and they are also fine. they provide the hot rodded plexi and 800 sounds. you need that master volume to get the hot rod sound at low volumes.
yes the jube is a hot rodded marshall. three channels, two of which are foot-switchable. you can sell your distortion and overdrive pedals to help pay for this amp. i also have the 800, 1987 (50W plexi) and a 1959RR (100W plexi super lead). at high volume they all sound the same to be frank, except the 50W lacks the headroom (aka nuts). at low volume they sound different to me. the 800 and jube have more comression. the non-master volume plexis sound more "organic" or "percussive", more dynamic and sensitive.
the modern take on the modded plexi and 800 is the master volume DSL line. i tried one out, actually the 2000 DSLs (dual super lead), and they are also fine. they provide the hot rodded plexi and 800 sounds. you need that master volume to get the hot rod sound at low volumes.
PFDarkside
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Re: PSA $1,249 for a Marshall 2555X Silver Jubilee @ AMS.
And with Leo not even being a musician, it's amazing those two are the iconic amp brands.
Gearjoneser
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Re: PSA $1,249 for a Marshall 2555X Silver Jubilee @ AMS.
Both of them basically got their circuits from tube manufacturer handbooks, which companies like RCA printed to educate the electronics community about the use of their products.
After copying the Bassman, I'd assume Marshall eventually started experimenting with 4 European tubes instead of 2 American tubes.
Both of them basically got their circuits from tube manufacturer handbooks, which companies like RCA printed to educate the electronics community about the use of their products.
After copying the Bassman, I'd assume Marshall eventually started experimenting with 4 European tubes instead of 2 American tubes.
dystrust
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Re: PSA $1,249 for a Marshall 2555X Silver Jubilee @ AMS.
When the 2555X first came out, the price of original 2555s doubled briefly, but went back to 'normal' shortly afterward. As far as I've been able to tell, the prices haven't changed much since.
Speaking of volume, I've compared my '88 2555 to a '78 2203 which was maybe a little bit louder overall though both had no shortage of volume on tap. Honestly the biggest difference was the 2203 having a much faster taper on the volume knob.
A Jubilee both is and isn't a hot rod Marshall. They sound nothing like a Bogner or Soldano, though they do have a cool high gain sound of their own. Esandes is correct that you don't need a boost pedal for 80s hard rock tones. I run the input gain on mine at 7 and have plenty of gain for what I want to play.
When the 2555X first came out, the price of original 2555s doubled briefly, but went back to 'normal' shortly afterward. As far as I've been able to tell, the prices haven't changed much since.
Speaking of volume, I've compared my '88 2555 to a '78 2203 which was maybe a little bit louder overall though both had no shortage of volume on tap. Honestly the biggest difference was the 2203 having a much faster taper on the volume knob.
A Jubilee both is and isn't a hot rod Marshall. They sound nothing like a Bogner or Soldano, though they do have a cool high gain sound of their own. Esandes is correct that you don't need a boost pedal for 80s hard rock tones. I run the input gain on mine at 7 and have plenty of gain for what I want to play.
Gearjoneser
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Re: PSA $1,249 for a Marshall 2555X Silver Jubilee @ AMS.
Dammit. I'm not in a position to be buying anything, but want one before they're gone.
My first great amp as a teen was a 2555, and I have a real love for that model.
I like my 2550, but the 100 watter has the mojo.
I might liquidate something immediately to make it happen. I've played the new ones, and they're as good as the '87's. Pay no attention to youtube clips....somehow, they all make Jubilees sound thin and buzzy.
Think Bonamassa, Slash, and Fruciante, or yourself with good guitars, pickups, speakers, and your own playing.
Dammit. I'm not in a position to be buying anything, but want one before they're gone.
My first great amp as a teen was a 2555, and I have a real love for that model.
I like my 2550, but the 100 watter has the mojo.
I might liquidate something immediately to make it happen. I've played the new ones, and they're as good as the '87's. Pay no attention to youtube clips....somehow, they all make Jubilees sound thin and buzzy.
Think Bonamassa, Slash, and Fruciante, or yourself with good guitars, pickups, speakers, and your own playing.
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