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JCM800 Split Channel 2205/2210 Review
My favorite Marshall amp, the JCM800 Series split channel amps. Go through 3 slightly different versions of the amp and talk about how they are very different despite sharing the same controls and visual appearance. I'll be doing a separate companion video with more comparison clips between these three amps.
Help me out by shopping for one at this link (Guitar Center):
guitar-center.pxf.io/Y9aXom
0:00 Introduction/Features
4:20 Playing starts here on '85 2205
12:52 Comparison Riff '85 2205
13:45 Comparison Riff '86 2210
19:56 Comparison Riff '82 2210
27:11 Circuit Schematics, History
Thanks for watching!
Help me out by shopping for one at this link (Guitar Center):
guitar-center.pxf.io/Y9aXom
0:00 Introduction/Features
4:20 Playing starts here on '85 2205
12:52 Comparison Riff '85 2205
13:45 Comparison Riff '86 2210
19:56 Comparison Riff '82 2210
27:11 Circuit Schematics, History
Thanks for watching!
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Marshall JCM800 2203 - In Depth Review
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Running through this surprisingly versatile single channel amp, plus a guide for its lineage, features and details that have changed over the years, and a walkthrough of the schematic. Help me out by shopping for one at this link (Guitar Center): guitar-center.pxf.io/baQJvm or here (Reverb): reverb.partnerlinks.io/TRG-JCM800s 0:00 Introduction/Catching Up/Signal Path 3:25 Playing starts here 14...
New Gear Episode 4: Studio Tour! Plus: Fireball, Orange AD30, Carvin DC200 Koa
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Lots of exciting stuff happening right now, and I'm finally moved in to my new place. I still have lots of boxes to unpack and projects to complete, but I made my studio presentable and wanted to share. A couple of new amps in the mix, a few others on the way, and looking forward to putting out some new material in 2023. Happy Holidays! 0:00 Studio Tour 8:07 Fireball 60 13:23 Orange AD30
ENGL Savage 120 Mk1 - In Depth Review
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First video in my new studio, showcasing the ENGL Savage - a KT88 powered high gain monster introduced all the way back in 1993 - that has a highly underrated crunch and mid-gain tone too! A few changes from my original formula, I now start with the tone/playing earlier, and I moved the schematic walkthrough and history a bit further into the video. Help me out by shopping for one at this link ...
1987 Charvel Model 5 and 5A Review
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A look at two really awesome neck through 80s MIJ Charvels.
My Love Hate Relationship with Guitar Center (+1000 subs, thank you!)
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In this video I talk about my storied order history with Guitar Center, repairing this Mesa Mark IVA Rack head, and my pros and cons about ordering used through the Guitar Center website. I don't intend for this to be a "pity party" or just complaints - but it's worth letting any serious musician know about the reliability of GC orders. Sometimes it is worth the risk - other times, not so much,...
New Gear Episode 3: Rivera Bonehead, Ceriatone AH... & another Mk IV
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Hey! Sorry to do three of these in a row but I've been getting some really awesome gear lately. I still have some more in-depth reviews and comparisons planned, but I have the G.A.S. bug pretty bad right now. Rock on!
New Gear Day Episode 2: EVH 5150 III 100w Head
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My second serious tube amp was an EVH 5150 50w, back before the stealth and EL34 versions existed. I really loved that amp, especially for the red channel, but I rarely used the green/blue and the shared EQ ultimately forced me to sell it before I really started keeping the gear I collect. I was hoping to find another 50w but when this 100w popped up for a good price, I grabbed it and I'm thril...
New Gear Day Episode 1: Kramer Baretta, Mesa Mk IV, Peavey XXX
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Picked up all of these things recently and they all arrived the same day! Sorry to my UPS driver's back!
Marshall JCM900 Dual Reverb - In Depth Review
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An overview and play test of one of Marshall's most infamous amp designs, the model 4100/4500 Dual Reverb. While this amp has clipping diodes, it also has a lot of opamps that provide gain in the circuit - unlike any other high end Marshall. This gives it a characteristic "love it or hate it" tone - but either way, it excels at certain genres. Help me out by shopping for one at this link (Guita...
1989 Charvel Predator Review
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A quick run through of this vintage Charvel and it's surprisingly versatile sound palette thanks to the 5-way super switch, which allows for coil split options in positions 2 and 4. Also, what differentiates the Predator from the earlier 3DR model. Thanks for watching! 0:00 3DR vs Predator 0:45 Features and Feel 7:05 Sound Check
Mesa Mark V - In-Depth Review / Playthrough
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A quick run through of all the channels and modes of this amplifier, starting with how the circuit is laid out and then showcasing the tones of each channel in detail. A lot of people have asked me if I prefer this to the Mk IV and while I loved the IV, I think it depends on your use case which you will like better. Thanks for watching! Check out the Mk IV video here: ua-cam.com/video/_u01Get46...
Jet City JCA22 - In-Depth Review
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Talking about the design and tones of this Jet City amp - which is basically a baby Soldano! Tones demonstrated about halfway through starting around 9:15. More circuit details: www.ampbooks.com/mobile/classic-circuits/soldano-slo/ Great video about distortion in a circuit like this one: ua-cam.com/video/izP5MDyQKr4/v-deo.html 0:00 Start 2:20 Circuit Walkthrough 5:07 Mods I've done 8:15 Crunch ...
Marshall JCM900 Mk III and SLX - In-Depth Review
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A quick walkthrough of these two fantastic amps, and some details on their history and circuit design. To cap it all off, a comparison of tones and settings showcasing how great these can sound! Help me out by shopping for one at this link (Guitar Center Used): guitar-center.pxf.io/0Zz5dL 0:00 Basic info and lineage 2:57 Mk III and SLX circuits compared 5:35 Tone discussion 9:05 Mk III Clipping...
Vintage Kramer Flip Flop Color Comparison
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Showing off the differences between the four Kramer "flip flop" paint colors. FF Red and FF Pink are so similar, but it's easy to tell the difference once you know what to look for!
1983 Kramer Focus 2000 (+ Focus Collectors Guide)
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1983 Kramer Focus 2000 ( Focus Collectors Guide)
Marshall Vintage Modern - In Depth Review / Playthrough
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Marshall Vintage Modern - In Depth Review / Playthrough
'86 Kramer Pacer Imperial (plus a mini-collectors guide!)
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'86 Kramer Pacer Imperial (plus a mini-collectors guide!)
Marshall 1987x - In Depth Review / Playthrough
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Marshall 1987x - In Depth Review / Playthrough
Mesa Mark IV - In Depth Review / Playthrough
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Mesa Mark IV - In Depth Review / Playthrough
Splawn - Comparison of Years (2018 vs 2008 vs 2006 Circuits)
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Splawn - Comparison of Years (2018 vs 2008 vs 2006 Circuits)
1989 Charvel Spectrum Overview and Playthrough
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1989 Charvel Spectrum Overview and Playthrough
Dual Dark vs Rockerverb vs Thunderverb - Metal Riffing Test
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Dual Dark vs Rockerverb vs Thunderverb - Metal Riffing Test
Three Mesa Rectos Compared (Modern Mode)
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Three Mesa Rectos Compared (Modern Mode)
Marshall 2555x Silver Jubilee Review & Comparison
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Marshall 2555x Silver Jubilee Review & Comparison
TV50 ChA no boost better off with gain at 3 o'clock. At least mine is. But thanks for the video, and also great website!
@@DeeplySceptical thanks! And I agree on the settings, just wasn’t quite enough gain for what I was trying to pull off here. Cheers
Reverse head, deep wide lower cutaway. HH nothing in neck. Thats what. Whats the difference between R1 and R2 ?
At first I thought to myself, 'fuck, here we go again...' then I continued to listen to you speak and realised you actually know what you're talking about. Also, much respect for that beast of a Kramer, has that bad boy got a Dimarzio SD in the bridge? Love the contrast. Subscribed. Edit: SH-8 Invader I see.
@@mickhoward3954 Thanks, I’m glad you enjoyed it! I can be a bit long winded so respect to anyone who makes it into a video long enough to see the tech bits. And yep, a pink SH-8 Invader, though now it just has a regular JB in it, and I sent the Invader to a pink guitar instead. Made sense to me.
helpful video, thank you! Just about to pickup a 5A!
I’ve had the mk iii as my first tube amp in the 90’s and I swear it was brighter and more classic sounding than the el34 SLX I had a few years ago. The SLX sounded more low mid and really didn’t wow me as much. I traded it for a Mesa OS cab back when you could still pick up 900’s for $600 or so. Now that they’re 1100 and up I almost feel stupid but it’s God’s cab so not really, lol. Nothing sounds bad thru it and I’ve got a 2204 modded Origin to play with.
@@R3dbudd I have a Mesa cab, traditional size but it’s still one of the best sounding cabs I’ve heard, so I can’t fault you there. As long as you’re still enjoying it, it was a great trade!
I have an 86 3A with a 5 way switch. Double Jackson humbuckers. Contradiction to your statement. Great video though
I think you hit the nail on the head.
EPIC!"
THANKS FOR THE DIAGRAMS
I'm diggin the thunderverb. I bet its all way different in th room, but from wat I can hear. The kramer sounds kinda whimpy, Id like to hear this with a les paul with 498t or even a 57 classic.
If you ever get a chance,play a real one. You will never forget it.
That Dual Dark is great sounding for more modern metal. Its tighter than the Thunderverb or the rockerverb and almost gets into Mesa Dual Rectifier sounds
I have a 5A and took the tremolo and has a fixed bridge now
Fantastic video!
I have an '84 2205 that was converted to EL34's. It's an awesome amp.
I now have an SL-X (5881) and an MKIII (EL-34) The MKIII sounds identical to my '90 JCM800 2204, I can't tell them apart. The SL-X is still my favorite, but that comes down to personal preference.
I bought one after watching your video and 20 others but I have some trouble dialing it in. The amps input start overloading real quick with hot pickups and boosts. I have to cut ALOT of low end in the boost so I can add some highs and output to not overload the amp. If I don't use a boost pedal and use the Lead Boost button on the amp it only gives low end distortion and sucks out high end distortion. All high end disapears from the static hiss the amp makes. Is this normall? The same for when switching from Chrunch 2 to Lead, It gets thicker but loses some definition and aggression. There is no way to add that aggession back in. The presence knob acts more like a freqentie point for the treble instead of adding more or less bite. I tried it with a Celestion H100 loaded cab and a V30 loaded cab. Do I take it to a tech as it isn't sounding like yours at all.
Hey, that does not sound normal to me at all. On mine, if I set the treble low, turning the presence up brings in a ton of highs, it gets very aggressive. The lead boost does make it muddier in my opinion and I usually leave it off, but it doesn't have as drastic of an effect as you describe. I also have no problem with high output pickups or boosts - EMG 81X used in this video and I've boosted with a tubescreamer many times and loved the bright, aggressive cutting tones I get. Sounds like something is wrong with the amp, get it checked out for sure. Best of luck
@@totallyradguitars959 Allright ill do that. Thanks man!
Im looking at a 1987x from the 90's ...price is good enough but im just still not sure...i have enough pedals to get some good tones im sure but a decent departure from what im used to owning... decisions decisions
I'm sure you'll love it, but my attitude is that when buying used amps for a fair price, you can almost always sell it on and break even or close to it. I think you'd be missing out not to give it a shot!
i just got a 900 2100 used. I like it a lot. It goes great with my JCM800 2203 and Freidman BE DLX.
This is GREAT! so much info - when people talk about the JCM 800 - they need to see this to know WHICH JCM800. I have the 2210 from 1988 and I love the sound. A tip from Euge Valovirta in this video ua-cam.com/video/SNJ_NsUBAmE/v-deo.html put the gain and boost volume on 10 - the difference between 9 and 10 is a jump in treble - it's quite significant!
Yes, it's somehow feels like a guitar volume pot (without any treble-bleed thing) to me. If you want the full potential of the boost channel, you dime the channel volume max. and it feels like you can cut out from the max position if you turn it down, not add more if you turn up.
I'm lucky to own all 3 versions of the JCM 900 series. I love em all!
I have a Kline Baretta Beer Mug model. Not heavy at all. Autographed Duncan JB wound by Maricella Juarez. Hot stuff!
That's awesome! I always liked that graphic. Your FF Blue one sounds killer too! I sold the one from this video but wish I had kept it, though I feel that way about all of the ones I've sold. Cheers
@@totallyradguitars959 I have never sold any of my Kramers. A few years ago, I gave my son a white Stagemaster Deluxe. Unfortunately he was killed 3 years ago, and his wife is going to give it back to me. I will rock the hell out of it, as he would have wanted!! I can’t wait!
I got on in flip flop blue/red. Bought it in 1986. Still rocking with it live. Built like a tank!
These are the best amp vids on UA-cam 🙌🏾👊🏾👏🏾
Channel one is great for a straight up Fender clean tone. The fat switch I think is a mid boost. The tweed setting is totally unuseable. This amp is VERY bass heavy so you have to watch the bass control. It's also VERY loud which is great for headroom on a cleansound. That sound alone is worth the price of the amp. I find channel 2 completely useless. It is totally impossible to create a Marshall type classic rock guitar sound. Marshalls have this lovely bite up the top end that no matter what you do, you cannot reproduce on this amp. Channel three extreme mode (Which is not extreme at all) is a great controlled solo sound. It is a tricky amp. You have to work to make it sound good. The clean channel is as good as it gets when you get a setting you like. Unlike a Marshall that where ever the knobs tend to be randomly set - will allways sound great. It is almost impossible to make a Marshall sound bad. A Mk5 sounding bad is the default setting untill you spend serious hours working out how it works (You will never really work out how this amp works, it way too complicated and life is too short). Any amp that sounds great, would not need a graphic equalizer on the output. As three channel amps go - a Marshall JVM wipes the floor with a MK5 all day long.
It was a modified fender black face Princeton with a beefed up fender bassman power section to make it louder
That is a great axe! Criss Oliva man!
I've owned several of the originals and they were miles ahead of these re issues. I'm sure what you have is a great guitar tho'.
(that's pretty much the gist of this video)
Also i turned my mark 5 25 watt 2 channel amp into a foot switchable 3 channel amp and it works perfect and looks factory, clean, crunch, and lead channel and they are easy to mod.
Things people didn't understand about the mark amps, the pull bright was meant for low volume playing, turn them off live because the amp becomes brighter as you turn it up, the pull deep was meant for people playing strat single coils to fatten them up. The lunch box amps are great because they typically use the smaller El84 tubes break up much sooner than el34 or 6l6 tubes at lower volumes.
you didn't have to spends hours tweaking on it if you used boogies typical settings diagram that came with the amp, it was basically strapped to the top of each mark 4 and people just ripped them off and threw them away. big mistake.
I have 5 of mark series amps, Green stripe, Red stripe, Blue Stripe and a a IIC+.. if they were vastly different they wouldn't have just swiped each version with just a magic marker swipe or a black dot or a + sign. The big difference in the IIC+ and the Mark III was the third channel. Mesa got noticeably different with the Mesa badging vs the Boogie badges. The Rectifier series,The lone star, Road King,Nomad, etc came later and did sound different... The stiletto was probably the most different being EL34 based shooting toward the Marshall tone. Even my newer Mark 5 EL84 based amp sits in my studio with the older mark III'S and IIC+ it too sounds really close even all these years later with totally different power section/ tubes. The petrucci amp is a modern Mark amp and you can line up all the Mark series amps and NO one in the audience would ever know the difference and most guitar players blind folded couldn't pick them out one from the other especially with the transparent EVM 12L black shadow speaker or an MC-90 black shadow. The IIC+ landed production in the right time to become the flagship vintage boogie. Thats when 80's music was huge and that amp was produced at the right time for the players who made it famous. it didn't make them famous. I would argue a Mark III purple, red, blue or green stripe Mark III could have been used by the players who made the IIC+ famous and those albums and concerts wouldn't have sounded any different. They just weren't available at the time those bands recorded those albums. They stopped the IIC+ when the mark III came into production. They stopped the III when the Mark IV started and so on....they are all great amps and tonally are the same. Most of those bands stopped playing the IIC+ and went to the mark III when it came out because the sound was basically the same but the 3 had a third channel, everyone loved that.
I recently picked up a Mark III blue stripe and I totally agree, they are all extremely similar and no audience would ever notice. One minor correction, the Mark III was available all the way until 1999 according to Mesa, and the Mark IV was available from 1990-2008. So technically there was a time you could buy either a Mark 3 or Mark 4 concurrently - kind of strange but I guess they wanted to keep the 3's around as a lower priced alternative? This is before amps like the V:25 and V:35 existed, and the F-series or Express series are not good substitutes. My favorite sleeper Mesa is the RA100 though - very short production run, amazing amp. I have a Stiletto and a Triple Crown and neither of those is as good as the RA. Great comment, Cheers!
You wanna sug it?
Thick fretboards (Jackson) and big frets are the best (imho) for any kind of playing, except maybe slide. Predators were really playable and sounded good too. Just maybe a different bridge pickup. I know, personal preference.
Missed you!
Really good analysis as usual.
Damn.. I thought Weezer reigned at being big rock pretending to be nerd rock, but you may have them beat. 1000% holding back..
Nice review , got me thinking , how hard would it be too put a extra pre amp tube in place of the clipping diode on the MK III , , the controls are the same ,the sensitivity controls the extra tubes in the SL-X and the clipping diode in the MK III , besides drilling an extra hole in the chassis for a 4th tube ,and adding the socket , doesn't serm like a major project since the controls are all the same , basically a Tube for diode swap no ?? Then you have an SL-X Still with the MK III label , but who cares About what the front panel says !!!
Too much time auditioning show the effects show how the guitar sounds in different modes
Hi. Whats the brand of your Pickups? Thanks
Hey, EMG’s in this video
Fantastic video - just subbed to your channel. JCM900s are great amps - Dave Navarro used two JCM900 combos (and later used heads and half stacks) for the original Jane's stuff.
Thanks!
Great video!
You need to do a video on that Friedman there. Those are some of the best sounding amps I’ve ever heard.
Which amp? I don't own any Friedmans, the closest I have is the Ceriatone AH50 (which I'm pretty sure is a direct copy, but still). Cheers!
Love that guitar!
Thanks for the overview and review - I learned a lot.
Great vid. Would love to see one on your teal Kramer (Horizon style one). Thanks!
The SLX and the Mark III are the best. Dual Reverb being the Marshall re-issue was quite disappointing. They were asking 3 grand.
Miniscule difference. Irrelevant.
I love your guitar