This is what I think most people want to see when they watch a review. Most reviews are just people blabbering for 80% of the video about the features of the amp. A quick google search can get you all this information. What people want is to hear the damn thing.
Thank you for turning off the cab simulation, and for putting a sock in your mouth and playing the hits! Just bought one based on your video! Job well-done!
I've been getting some great Plexi, JTM45, and JCM800-like sounds recently with my Code 100H. I am convinced... sometimes it is better to step away from an amp for a while and then return with fresh ears to continue adjusting and tweaking. I thought I had some good tones with it at first but, for some reason, began using my DSL100 Head again for about a 2 month stretch. After coming to the conclusion the DSL was just too loud for band practices in a private residence, I turned to the Code head again and, this time, began to make deeper adjustments. I discovered that having the Presence and Resonance controls optimally adjusted makes a huge difference in getting more authentic tones. Also, to lengthen sustain, the "Gate" feature (as in noise gate) needs to be dialed WAY back in most presets - even if this means getting a little bit of noise, like from your single coil pickups. Think of it as just being the true nature of single coil pickups through any tube amp. I try to set my Gate to no more than "2" for most pre-sets and go even less than that when I'm using humbucker pickups. However, some presets may need the Gate set anywhere from 4 to 6 in order to keep the "tightness" in the preset - like for playing tight metal rhythms. Otherwise, the articulation will get saggy and loose. Experimenting with the different "Power" amp settings makes significant changes to the tone and feel of the selected amp as well. My favorite 3 settings in this video are the: "JTM45" at 00:01, the "Plexi" at 0:34 and 0:46 (same Plexi preset but with guitar volume rolled up, or maybe a tube screamer punched in), and the "Compressor - CL American Model - Chorus - Delay - Reverb" at 2:35 pre-sets. These are highly usable sounds. Hard to find fault in an amp that can produce these tones! IMHO... Guitar Bonedo showed a lot of "ear talent" in creating these 3 examples. Overall, I am really pleased and glad I invested in this amp and its matching cabinet. It is SO versatile and keeps me constantly motivated to find even better tones in it!
Couldn't agree more. I've had the amp for a couple of weeks and at least three times I packed it back in the box to return it only to set it back up and tweak it more. I was determined to get it sounding good. Glad I persevered as I'm really liking it. And yes, the Gate, Presence and Resonance settings have a significant impact on the tone. Also, turning off the CAB when playing through a cabinet is important (for some odd reason the CAB default is set to be on in all of the presets). I'd like to see the settings used on this video for the tones. They sound great.
This amp is alot better than I expected. I bought it primarily as a headphone practice amp but it is great. It does have a learning curve, you just have to poke around for a while, then it starts to make sense and you can get very good sounds in no time. Took me a few hours to get comfortable with it, but now it's a joy to use. Actually, the "fender" amp model is VERY close to a real fender tube amp. I know because there's a real Fender tubeamp head on top of my Marshall, that I switch over on the same cab. You can get it virtually identical after some tweaking, pretty impressive!
Thanks @Michael Bell, actually I've been thinking about buying a cabinet for the head, like a 60's Marshall or something different, what I'm not sure about is if perhaps I should go for a very "general purpose" cabinet to get out the most of it in combination with the Head. And I wonder if activating the cabinets function in the Head combined with a real cabinet will sound fine or just terrible. I wish there was a demo like this on the Internet.
I found this so helpful because ot did not include a whole mass of distorted, shred and rock tones which many amps can produce but also previewed some great clean tones.....no talking also meant we did not waste time and saw exactly what was happening.....thank you...great review!!!
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I got one and tested with my band this weekend and the louder I got the better it sounded.God I am glad I got it.I desided to ignore the cridicts .Finally they made a digital amp that kicks ass🤣😂😋
When I first bought this amp I didnt like it, once I started tweaking I now love it, JTM 45 setting after tweaking and I use my Tube Screamer and very happy.
Fine Playing Brother Man .. Very Good Demo .. no Jabber, just toggling through everything and doing nice, classic riffs that gives the listener the best representation of what the amp can do .. so many of these a** clowns on YT, are doing nothing to further the evolution of our species .. being one of those lifelong guitarists with thousands of hours recording experience, I personally have found that with attention to Volume and Preset levels, one can get SO CLOSE to the real thing, that lugging heavy English and German Tube heads around to every venue, is both cumbersome and impractical .. my opinion changed one night when I walked into a Club and the Guitar players was getting ASS KICKIN' TONE .. I looked around for a TUBE HALF STACK .. didn't see one .. looked for a Rack, did not see one of those either .. then to my shock, I glanced down at the Guitar players feet and there was a Mustang V3 on the floor, miked .. they were bleeding a little out the mains and the guys TONE was f****** excellent .. I was literally blown away .. I had pre-ordered the Katana but after about 2 hours with it, it was pretty damned good up to a certain volume, but I almost hated that fucker .. I then demoed the Mustang V3 and then demoed the Marshall CODE and was "on the fence" about the Code or the Mustang V3 .. but your Demo brought that decision to a new place .. Sounded really good Man .. THX
The OD American Rectifier at 1:17 sold me! That's very close, if not, identical, to that iconic metal tone I've been looking for for a hecka long time. Edit 5/9/20: I am happy to report I will be getting my hands on the 100C version of this amp soon! I am *s t o k e d .*
I have a code 50 and a code 100H and I've only experienced good tones through the headphone output. The cab sim is only good through headphones and turning off the cab and running it into a good cabinet actually sounds good. Point is, the cab sim could use some work but the amp modeling is solid.
The main problem with the Code series is that the bass is booming, over-powering, and gets totally distorted in a bad way. However, using the Code as an interface going into a DAW is pretty friggin awesome.
The resonance is the key. I put in zero sometimes and don't care about the models, use my ears, and is very sensitive to the floor, if U put on a carpet sounds muddy. I use rehearsal on a basement with cemented floor.
The best part is the price. Too many ( major majority) of guitarists and bands focus on spending money and being technical rather than producing original music. The fact is the majority of guitarists SUCK ASS. A talented guitarist creative musician can play on anything. This amp is perfect for lice or recording. FOCUS on creating and writing original songs , gigging and pursuing the dream. Rock on
Can I unuse the in build effects and just use amps with the real analogue pedals and wah pedals.? I am planing to buy but need to be clear with the queries above . thanks
i don't know but the Code series of any digital amp is missing the BITE , missing some signal which make it alive.. what do you think !! i play MG50DFX and they are awesome i think they are not digital and solid state right!!!
Yes and no. Speakers matter a lot so you can change the sound by changing speaker cabs with the head. On traditional amps, combos have to be open back speakers to allow for the heat to vent. Open vs Closed back speakers affect the bass response. Open back will give you a more lush and loose low end whereas a closed back cabinet will give you a tighter but less pronounced bass response. The cabinet and combo are both closed back so they should sound very very close.
This is the best demo of a Code I’ve heard. Kudos to the playing and the lack of talking. Having said that, I’m still puzzled at why anyone would want a Marshall modeling amp. If versatility is what you want, there are so many workhorse amps out there, many of them tube and affordable. And they retain their resale value because they aren’t gimmicky. Get one of these amps plus a few MIAB pedals to cover whatever eras you like, and boom, instant versatility, plus that elusive “kicks like a mule” thing that any decent tube amp will do. The Codes are going to reach “can’t give these away” status when their sales cycle is done.
Maybe they can't crank a tube amp in their house so a digital model is a more logical option? Maybe they can't afford all those different amps and this one amp serves their purpose? Or possibly hauling one amp to a gig is easier than hauling 3-6 amps? You're kind of missing the entire point of this amp. Anyone knows you can buy the actual amps, obviously.
Abraham Valle no. I didn’t miss the point. They’re versatile and cheap. Got it. But they’re old news when the lustre of a new purchase wears off. They sound ok, but not great. Why not just save a little more money and get something you’ll love for years and years? PPIMVs sound great these days, or you could get a 1 watt or 5 watt amp if low volume is important. If silent practice is essential, there are tons of great apps and software that do that for next to no $, why spend so much on hardware that is doomed to be outdated? And I never advocated hauling multiple amps to a gig. I did mention miab pedals with 1 amp for versatility. I think it is you who missed my point.
@@charleslivingston803 No, you're still not making a point. If someone can't afford more than one amp, you have no point. A JCM 800 alone might be too expensive for some, for them this is a good alternative. You're completely missing why most people buy these kinds of amps: they're affordable. Most players understand it's the fingers and not the price of the amp. A good player will sound good on an amp like this. THAT'S the real point.
@@charleslivingston803 Yet again, you're missing the point entirely. They buy an affordable amp because it's AFFORDABLE. As in, they cannot afford a real tube amp which do have their advantages but as I said before if you know how to play it doesn't matter except to to tone snobs who believe tubes are a must. You do realize this is a Marshall modeling amp that models Marshall amps don't you? That is precisely why I'm comparing it to other Marshall amps that the average user is trying to emulate because why? Because this modeling amp (that models Marshalls, like the JCM 800 for instance) is affordable. We're flattered by your insistence on playing "better" tube amps but you're stating the blatantly obvious. Those who buy these amps know just as much, if not more than, as you do about the differences in amps. No shit dude. We all know what you're trying to enlighten us with. This is about the amp itself, not why you wouldn't buy one, as honestly no one really cares as they shouldn't. Die on the hill? No, I just hate seeing inexperienced guitar players trying to flex their internet knowledge when in fact they're entirely missing the point and contribute nothing of merit. It's a MARSHALL modeling amp, therefore it models MARSHALL amps and that's its appeal. That's why people buy it.
So are these worth the buy? im thinking of getting one for my pops birthday. i'm an orange, guy myself. I have very little knowledge on this model of marshall. i got him the code 25 a couple years ago and he digs it. is this worth buying? or is it the same deal with just more power?? because hes just an at home player. not like he needs 75 more watts hahaha.
Eric M I assume that maybe this was meant to be a joke, but... the Spider amps aren’t as bad as people claim. All of these different amps have pros and cons. Haha
@@xXEmbracetheMetalXx The Spider amps are worse than people claim. The only Line 6 product in my house now is the aquarium I made out of the case after that POS burned out on me again. There are no logos on it just so it doesn't kill the fish or make them stupider. I'd rather play through a Fender Mustang v2 than anything Line 6 makes.
Young Frankenstein Sorry to hear about your amp trouble. I know people who have had good experiences with the newer Spider amps. They really like them, and the amps have some good clean channels, so they run effects pedals through them and all that. I have read about MANY complaints about Spider amps going out. Which amp model line was yours from? Which Spider amp version?
@@xXEmbracetheMetalXx (1) Bought the V60 combo with the pedal and wireless transmitter, died in two months. (2) Warranty exchanged the V60, died in three months and blacked out the house when it popped and sparked. (3) Got a refund on the second one and a discount on a V120, lasted three months and powered on but wouldn't produce sound. (4) Gutted the V120 and turned it into an aquarium, hasn't caught fire yet. (5) Bought a Marshall Code 100 2x12 and haven't had a problem, plus it sounds a lot better. The emulation is unbelievable.
So this amp just has a bunch of built in effects is that why you like it? I personally like super hi gain so most of that I wouldn't even use. I was looking for a new half stack and the price is super cheap on this I dont even know how they can sell the cab for $250 is it made in China junk or what? I use the Metal Muff pedal and the MXR fullboar metal and so far it seems like most amps sound the same but the speakers is what makes a difference. I'd love to get peoples thoughts on this. Does the amp you use really matter much when using hi gain pedals?
Well that would bring me to another question sorry lol. What's the big deal with tube amps? From what I gather it's just about that 70's overdrive sound and harmonic feedback or some bs. I personally don't care to sound classic at all but even if i did you don't think a overdrive pedal into a cranked 100watt solid state 412 rig wouldn't be pretty dang close?
I love this review, my only gripe is that they always play the same "G - C - G - C" chord transition and it gets so fucking old, like have a little variety, but I'm not hating on this vid, he plays well and that amp kicks ass 🤘🤘
What ruins this type of amp is that the company can't stick to modelling their own historical amps and have to do everyone else's too. This ensures that they always miss a good number of their own historical amps to make room for other manufacturers amps. I would feel like a mug standing there playing a fender sound through a Marshall branded product.
No it doesn't, it doesn't sound like it's through a computer, even though that is what it is, if you are able to use this amp right you can get some insane tones, to the point where it sounds like a tube amp, and yes, he was probably using a fender, which isn't the greatest thing to test amps with, since they aren't made for high gain. I've watched many videos of this thing up against the real thing, and wow, it performed great
This is not what we want. We want to see a demo with 5 seconds of a lead line and 5 seconds of chords for all factory preset's on the amp (arpeggio and a sweep). You can speak for each preset....this is Jimi, this is plexi 1
lol i felt the same way with the code 50...but i played with the presets..and made them into what i liked...now i have two code 50s and they are my favorite amps
Im a big fan of any amp that does it for you....ps I had a blackstar ht40 se...REALLY Hated it...way to brittle thin ice pick in the ear amp....sold it for a huge loss just to get rid of it...
johncartelli Yeah not a fan of the ht range, the combos have shitty speakers and dont like the clean channel at all but the od channel is pretty good through my marshall greenback 2x12.
I'm gonna pair this with a Blackstar iD 60TVP-H for studio use, Both sound so great but I do prefer the BS-ID60TVP. It's gonna be a long time but as soon as I have everything set up I'll post a video showing the results, Should be EPIC. (Rhythm Amp: Marshall CODE 100H, Lead Amp: Blackstar iD 60TVP-H, Bass Amp, Hiwatt Maxwatt B300 HD) The Ultimate Solid State Rock Rig!
@@stankfanger1366 No, most people can but that's not the problem, most people can afford expensive tube amps, this sounds pretty fucking close even though the presets suck, if you go on Marshall's website you'll find user created Presets that you can import, the code 100 and the 100H are amazing amps that fix the cabinet issues the smaller ones have and they sound pretty fucking good for 250-300$, I got mine used for just 180$(Code 100 combo) and it's surprisingly close how similar it sounds to my teacher's JVM Marshall.
This is what I think most people want to see when they watch a review. Most reviews are just people blabbering for 80% of the video about the features of the amp. A quick google search can get you all this information. What people want is to hear the damn thing.
Well a review is REVIEWING that product. This is more of an overview
I wish every guitar and amp review on UA-cam used this format. No talking, just play the damn thing. Love it
best demo on YT. No talking! What a unique concept!
They let the music do the talking!!!!
I agree 100%...
Some of the people understood that they should Shut the fuck Up and play
Thank you for turning off the cab simulation, and for putting a sock in your mouth and playing the hits! Just bought one based on your video! Job well-done!
I've been getting some great Plexi, JTM45, and JCM800-like sounds recently with my Code 100H. I am convinced... sometimes it is better to step away from an amp for a while and then return with fresh ears to continue adjusting and tweaking. I thought I had some good tones with it at first but, for some reason, began using my DSL100 Head again for about a 2 month stretch. After coming to the conclusion the DSL was just too loud for band practices in a private residence, I turned to the Code head again and, this time, began to make deeper adjustments. I discovered that having the Presence and Resonance controls optimally adjusted makes a huge difference in getting more authentic tones. Also, to lengthen sustain, the "Gate" feature (as in noise gate) needs to be dialed WAY back in most presets - even if this means getting a little bit of noise, like from your single coil pickups. Think of it as just being the true nature of single coil pickups through any tube amp. I try to set my Gate to no more than "2" for most pre-sets and go even less than that when I'm using humbucker pickups. However, some presets may need the Gate set anywhere from 4 to 6 in order to keep the "tightness" in the preset - like for playing tight metal rhythms. Otherwise, the articulation will get saggy and loose. Experimenting with the different "Power" amp settings makes significant changes to the tone and feel of the selected amp as well. My favorite 3 settings in this video are the: "JTM45" at 00:01, the "Plexi" at 0:34 and 0:46 (same Plexi preset but with guitar volume rolled up, or maybe a tube screamer punched in), and the "Compressor - CL American Model - Chorus - Delay - Reverb" at 2:35 pre-sets. These are highly usable sounds. Hard to find fault in an amp that can produce these tones! IMHO... Guitar Bonedo showed a lot of "ear talent" in creating these 3 examples. Overall, I am really pleased and glad I invested in this amp and its matching cabinet. It is SO versatile and keeps me constantly motivated to find even better tones in it!
Couldn't agree more. I've had the amp for a couple of weeks and at least three times I packed it back in the box to return it only to set it back up and tweak it more. I was determined to get it sounding good. Glad I persevered as I'm really liking it. And yes, the Gate, Presence and Resonance settings have a significant impact on the tone. Also, turning off the CAB when playing through a cabinet is important (for some odd reason the CAB default is set to be on in all of the presets). I'd like to see the settings used on this video for the tones. They sound great.
Best product reviews on YT. Gets right to it.....no yapping, just sounds.....AND.....dude has skills as a player. Good job.
This amp is alot better than I expected. I bought it primarily as a headphone practice amp but it is great. It does have a learning curve, you just have to poke around for a while, then it starts to make sense and you can get very good sounds in no time. Took me a few hours to get comfortable with it, but now it's a joy to use. Actually, the "fender" amp model is VERY close to a real fender tube amp. I know because there's a real Fender tubeamp head on top of my Marshall, that I switch over on the same cab. You can get it virtually identical after some tweaking, pretty impressive!
One of my favorite things is the clean, crisp sound quality. No annoying humming, whatsoever!
You’re not getting any buzzing noise from the transformer? I’ve heard people complaining about that.
@@markrosenquist8259
No buzzing, humming, feedback or any other interference, whatsoever!
Well worth the $300.00.
@@Nightstroller34 Thanks bro
@@markrosenquist8259 Absolutely!
I own the CODE 25 and I learned to get really awesome sounds, so now I want 100H+412 cab
Bought 100H+4x12 last month!! Incredible sound but still learning. Infinite mods and sounds.
Pair it with a quality cab. The Code cab has garbage speakers in it. The 100H sounds a million times better on a cab with real speakers.
I'm exactly on the same position... wanting now the big sound :)
Can you share your presets?
Thanks @Michael Bell, actually I've been thinking about buying a cabinet for the head, like a 60's Marshall or something different, what I'm not sure about is if perhaps I should go for a very "general purpose" cabinet to get out the most of it in combination with the Head. And I wonder if activating the cabinets function in the Head combined with a real cabinet will sound fine or just terrible. I wish there was a demo like this on the Internet.
The "no talking" was what brought me here!! Great demo.
I bought myself one of these week before last. It's hooked up to my Marshall 120W cabinet. I LOVE IT TO DEATH!!!!!
I found this so helpful because ot did not include a whole mass of distorted, shred and rock tones which many amps can produce but also previewed some great clean tones.....no talking also meant we did not waste time and saw exactly what was happening.....thank you...great review!!!
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I got one and tested with my band this weekend and the louder I got the better it sounded.God I am glad I got it.I desided to ignore the cridicts .Finally they made a digital amp that kicks ass🤣😂😋
I have the Marshall code 100 combo. HAvent used it in a band situation yet. Soon to go into rehearsal rooms, can't wait.
I was just wondering if u can play metal with the Marshall code 100h?
@@Winniforsman obviosuly man. Its a marshall
Is this able to hookup full stack mode and still sound good?
* Critics
I own the Marshall code 100 combo 2x12, and love it.
Same here
BUT DOES IT DJENT??? Seriously though cuz I’m thinking of getting one, how is it on metal?
Hi, does your Code 100 any humm buzz sounds? Mine is humming extremely loud. Would Like to know if this is normal. Thanxs
I'm between the Code 100 and the 100H w/ cabinet. Does it really worth it?
Good for band settings?
Good and informative vid. Nice playing as well. Love the No Talk
When I first bought this amp I didnt like it, once I started tweaking I now love it, JTM 45 setting after tweaking and I use my Tube Screamer and very happy.
OD American Rectifier sounds killer
This is a really good video. It definitely demonstrates the quality of the tone and effects.
Fine Playing Brother Man .. Very Good Demo .. no Jabber, just toggling through everything and doing nice, classic riffs that gives the listener the best representation of what the amp can do .. so many of these a** clowns on YT, are doing nothing to further the evolution of our species .. being one of those lifelong guitarists with thousands of hours recording experience, I personally have found that with attention to Volume and Preset levels, one can get SO CLOSE to the real thing, that lugging heavy English and German Tube heads around to every venue, is both cumbersome and impractical .. my opinion changed one night when I walked into a Club and the Guitar players was getting ASS KICKIN' TONE .. I looked around for a TUBE HALF STACK .. didn't see one .. looked for a Rack, did not see one of those either .. then to my shock, I glanced down at the Guitar players feet and there was a Mustang V3 on the floor, miked .. they were bleeding a little out the mains and the guys TONE was f****** excellent .. I was literally blown away .. I had pre-ordered the Katana but after about 2 hours with it, it was pretty damned good up to a certain volume, but I almost hated that fucker .. I then demoed the Mustang V3 and then demoed the Marshall CODE and was "on the fence" about the Code or the Mustang V3 .. but your Demo brought that decision to a new place .. Sounded really good Man .. THX
The OD American Rectifier at 1:17 sold me! That's very close, if not, identical, to that iconic metal tone I've been looking for for a hecka long time.
Edit 5/9/20: I am happy to report I will be getting my hands on the 100C version of this amp soon! I am *s t o k e d .*
Sounds fucking amazing.
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aw I was hoping for the rock god patch. I have the 25 watt one and can't stop playing around with it. using a plexi model at the moment, sounds great.
Use the jvm or jcm 800 overdrive. Sounds great. And the cabinet makes a lot of difference.
Best demo
I have a code 50 and a code 100H and I've only experienced good tones through the headphone output. The cab sim is only good through headphones and turning off the cab and running it into a good cabinet actually sounds good. Point is, the cab sim could use some work but the amp modeling is solid.
Do you have the cab designed for the 100h?
Ok I'm sold new amp is on the way
Excellent video!
Wow the best review 👏 I even come through it
Nice demo. Only hated because it takes time to dial in some good stuff. It's a great amp.
Great demo.
Add a bbe Sonic maximizer to the amp now you got a a killer tone😎
Maybe but i use a tube screamer overdrive on my code 25 and code 50,this is really the secret to killer tone in my opinion!
All of those sounded fantastic. Any chance you can post the eq settings?
The main problem with the Code series is that the bass is booming, over-powering, and gets totally distorted in a bad way. However, using the Code as an interface going into a DAW is pretty friggin awesome.
The resonance is the key. I put in zero sometimes and don't care about the models, use my ears, and is very sensitive to the floor, if U put on a carpet sounds muddy. I use rehearsal on a basement with cemented floor.
The best part is the price. Too many ( major majority) of guitarists and bands focus on spending money and being technical rather than producing original music. The fact is the majority of guitarists SUCK ASS. A talented guitarist creative musician can play on anything. This amp is perfect for lice or recording. FOCUS on creating and writing original songs , gigging and pursuing the dream. Rock on
1:01 That's the stuff!
3:06 Ditto!
3:24 Ditto!
Grat Demo!!!
This is good, but I was sure the code had 2 dsl amp models and a silver jubilee
The jcm 800 sound is killing. I have a code 100 combo you can't say the difference alive with it loud, it sounds like burning valves
I am using Reaper as a DAW for recording, but it can`t detect Marshall in Audio settings In/Out . any clue ?Thank you
Can I unuse the in build effects and just use amps with the real analogue pedals and wah pedals.? I am planing to buy but need to be clear with the queries above . thanks
These things emulate JMC800 nicely
i want to know what out sounds like outside a bedroom. when you cant get the tone at loud volumes nd your ears are ringing from feedback
thanks to Softube, it sounds awesome
Great demo simple no blabla bla bla
Hey, is it possible to connect the code100h to a Yamaha Hs8? Thank you.
Have you uploaded the presets somewhere?
the DSL 5CR, YES!!!
i don't know but the Code series of any digital amp is missing the BITE , missing some signal which make it alive.. what do you think !! i play MG50DFX and they are awesome i think they are not digital and solid state right!!!
Wtf did you say, for real?? Missing gain?
Dude, if you don't know whether the amp you're claiming to play through is digital or solid state, then your opinion is fucking pointless.
Hi, the name of the song 0:18 min. is?
That's an improvisation
@@timishormusic5526 ok, thanks,
Do you need a cabinet to make it sound or you can just plug it in and play
The amp head has no speakers. You'll need a cabinet that can handle 8 ohms.
Amp is badass for the money.
does this take drive pedals well?
Thx for no talking 😀😃☺
Outro song please
How did you record it? Since the power-amp and the cab-sims are switched off the whole time ... :)
Jörn Beineke Probably a different Marshall 4x12
What cabinet where you using
Thanks for NO TALKING
Is the sound any different from the Code 100 combo amp?
Yes and no. Speakers matter a lot so you can change the sound by changing speaker cabs with the head. On traditional amps, combos have to be open back speakers to allow for the heat to vent. Open vs Closed back speakers affect the bass response. Open back will give you a more lush and loose low end whereas a closed back cabinet will give you a tighter but less pronounced bass response. The cabinet and combo are both closed back so they should sound very very close.
you plugged in what cabinet?
Marshall Code 100H Head & Code 412 Cabinet
Power and cabinet are off.What??
This is the best demo of a Code I’ve heard. Kudos to the playing and the lack of talking. Having said that, I’m still puzzled at why anyone would want a Marshall modeling amp. If versatility is what you want, there are so many workhorse amps out there, many of them tube and affordable. And they retain their resale value because they aren’t gimmicky. Get one of these amps plus a few MIAB pedals to cover whatever eras you like, and boom, instant versatility, plus that elusive “kicks like a mule” thing that any decent tube amp will do.
The Codes are going to reach “can’t give these away” status when their sales cycle is done.
Maybe they can't crank a tube amp in their house so a digital model is a more logical option? Maybe they can't afford all those different amps and this one amp serves their purpose? Or possibly hauling one amp to a gig is easier than hauling 3-6 amps? You're kind of missing the entire point of this amp. Anyone knows you can buy the actual amps, obviously.
Abraham Valle no. I didn’t miss the point. They’re versatile and cheap. Got it. But they’re old news when the lustre of a new purchase wears off. They sound ok, but not great. Why not just save a little more money and get something you’ll love for years and years? PPIMVs sound great these days, or you could get a 1 watt or 5 watt amp if low volume is important. If silent practice is essential, there are tons of great apps and software that do that for next to no $, why spend so much on hardware that is doomed to be outdated?
And I never advocated hauling multiple amps to a gig. I did mention miab pedals with 1 amp for versatility.
I think it is you who missed my point.
@@charleslivingston803 No, you're still not making a point. If someone can't afford more than one amp, you have no point. A JCM 800 alone might be too expensive for some, for them this is a good alternative. You're completely missing why most people buy these kinds of amps: they're affordable. Most players understand it's the fingers and not the price of the amp. A good player will sound good on an amp like this. THAT'S the real point.
@@charleslivingston803 Yet again, you're missing the point entirely. They buy an affordable amp because it's AFFORDABLE. As in, they cannot afford a real tube amp which do have their advantages but as I said before if you know how to play it doesn't matter except to to tone snobs who believe tubes are a must. You do realize this is a Marshall modeling amp that models Marshall amps don't you? That is precisely why I'm comparing it to other Marshall amps that the average user is trying to emulate because why? Because this modeling amp (that models Marshalls, like the JCM 800 for instance) is affordable. We're flattered by your insistence on playing "better" tube amps but you're stating the blatantly obvious. Those who buy these amps know just as much, if not more than, as you do about the differences in amps. No shit dude. We all know what you're trying to enlighten us with. This is about the amp itself, not why you wouldn't buy one, as honestly no one really cares as they shouldn't. Die on the hill? No, I just hate seeing inexperienced guitar players trying to flex their internet knowledge when in fact they're entirely missing the point and contribute nothing of merit. It's a MARSHALL modeling amp, therefore it models MARSHALL amps and that's its appeal. That's why people buy it.
Is this a tube amp or digital only?
Digital only. But sounds close to a tube amp. The user just needs to spend some time experimenting to get good tones.
Can you connect this to the PC? (Windows)
Yes
great review. it's not for me the Code unless it's a free gift
Nice video, it cuts to the chase
So are these worth the buy? im thinking of getting one for my pops birthday. i'm an orange, guy myself. I have very little knowledge on this model of marshall. i got him the code 25 a couple years ago and he digs it. is this worth buying? or is it the same deal with just more power?? because hes just an at home player. not like he needs 75 more watts hahaha.
the code 100 combo has an effects loop and a speaker out so you can use a 4 x 12 if you want to.
I wonder how loud it really gets..one comment said it got better when it got louder even..that's a huge plus in my book
adrian kripp A little TOO loud (seriously I’ve never gone above half)
2:38 can you tell me song pls?
Thanks but i'll just stick to my line 6 spider
I had one before and trust me, it’s worth the upgrade to get the code
Eric M I assume that maybe this was meant to be a joke, but... the Spider amps aren’t as bad as people claim.
All of these different amps have pros and cons. Haha
@@xXEmbracetheMetalXx The Spider amps are worse than people claim. The only Line 6 product in my house now is the aquarium I made out of the case after that POS burned out on me again. There are no logos on it just so it doesn't kill the fish or make them stupider. I'd rather play through a Fender Mustang v2 than anything Line 6 makes.
Young Frankenstein Sorry to hear about your amp trouble.
I know people who have had good experiences with the newer Spider amps. They really like them, and the amps have some good clean channels, so they run effects pedals through them and all that.
I have read about MANY complaints about Spider amps going out.
Which amp model line was yours from? Which Spider amp version?
@@xXEmbracetheMetalXx
(1) Bought the V60 combo with the pedal and wireless transmitter, died in two months.
(2) Warranty exchanged the V60, died in three months and blacked out the house when it popped and sparked.
(3) Got a refund on the second one and a discount on a V120, lasted three months and powered on but wouldn't produce sound.
(4) Gutted the V120 and turned it into an aquarium, hasn't caught fire yet.
(5) Bought a Marshall Code 100 2x12 and haven't had a problem, plus it sounds a lot better. The emulation is unbelievable.
Is the FX loop before or after the on-board effects?
nice flag >.
Cristina Cocucci thank you! (^-^)
Does sombody know how ti solve the problem of the resonance?
What do you mean?
No pongas el amplificador directamente en el piso, colocalo encima de algo
Turn the bass down? How do you mean exactly?
If it’s too bassy in the Resonance, crank the Presence almost all the way up & start playing
with it there.
Don’t understand all the hate these amps get.
So this amp just has a bunch of built in effects is that why you like it? I personally like super hi gain so most of that I wouldn't even use. I was looking for a new half stack and the price is super cheap on this I dont even know how they can sell the cab for $250 is it made in China junk or what? I use the Metal Muff pedal and the MXR fullboar metal and so far it seems like most amps sound the same but the speakers is what makes a difference. I'd love to get peoples thoughts on this. Does the amp you use really matter much when using hi gain pedals?
Well that would bring me to another question sorry lol. What's the big deal with tube amps? From what I gather it's just about that 70's overdrive sound and harmonic feedback or some bs. I personally don't care to sound classic at all but even if i did you don't think a overdrive pedal into a cranked 100watt solid state 412 rig wouldn't be pretty dang close?
Made in Vietnam.
Bbe Sonic maximizer
I want it
Is this an lp?
i dont think. check 2:45 . maybe Lp with tremolo
Soundsmore likea strat. I hear single coils.
it play a lot better without cab sim and power amp sim... really particoular.
I love this review, my only gripe is that they always play the same "G - C - G - C" chord transition and it gets so fucking old, like have a little variety, but I'm not hating on this vid, he plays well and that amp kicks ass 🤘🤘
Interesting
Might as well get the fender mustang V v.2
What ruins this type of amp is that the company can't stick to modelling their own historical amps and have to do everyone else's too. This ensures that they always miss a good number of their own historical
amps to make room for other manufacturers amps. I would feel like a mug standing there playing a fender sound through a Marshall branded product.
Sounds like a Strat through a computer.
Well, that's basically the amp lol
No it doesn't, it doesn't sound like it's through a computer, even though that is what it is, if you are able to use this amp right you can get some insane tones, to the point where it sounds like a tube amp, and yes, he was probably using a fender, which isn't the greatest thing to test amps with, since they aren't made for high gain. I've watched many videos of this thing up against the real thing, and wow, it performed great
Ouch, ça donne envie !
Cleans tones are usable. Distorted ones are not. You can just tell it's not the real thing. I wouldn't buy one.
This is not what we want. We want to see a demo with 5 seconds of a lead line and 5 seconds of chords for all factory preset's on the amp (arpeggio and a sweep). You can speak for each preset....this is Jimi, this is plexi 1
Can it sound like Alice in Chains?
Yeah...if your name is Jerry Cantrell.
Don't know what you guys are hearing - this thing is thin, harsh and totally brittle.
Too farting distortion
Boxy as fuck
Bought one and sold it within a week. Awful amp, the blackstar tvp range and boss katana's are much much better. Marshall should stick to tube amps.
lol i felt the same way with the code 50...but i played with the presets..and made them into what i liked...now i have two code 50s and they are my favorite amps
johncartelli
I sacked digital off and now using a marshall 2266 vintage modern and blackstar ht5 and never looked back.
Im a big fan of any amp that does it for you....ps I had a blackstar ht40 se...REALLY Hated it...way to brittle thin ice pick in the ear amp....sold it for a huge loss just to get rid of it...
johncartelli
Yeah not a fan of the ht range, the combos have shitty speakers and dont like the clean channel at all but the od channel is pretty good through my marshall greenback 2x12.
I'm gonna pair this with a Blackstar iD 60TVP-H for studio use, Both sound so great but I do prefer the BS-ID60TVP. It's gonna be a long time but as soon as I have everything set up I'll post a video showing the results, Should be EPIC.
(Rhythm Amp: Marshall CODE 100H, Lead Amp: Blackstar iD 60TVP-H, Bass Amp, Hiwatt Maxwatt B300 HD)
The Ultimate Solid State Rock Rig!
I almost feel bad for the mass's that can't tell the difference between Real Tube and SS shet. Lol.......
There's no almost to me feeling bad for the "purist" types that think like you. You couldn't tell the difference in a blind test.
@@stankfanger1366 No, most people can but that's not the problem, most people can afford expensive tube amps, this sounds pretty fucking close even though the presets suck, if you go on Marshall's website you'll find user created Presets that you can import, the code 100 and the 100H are amazing amps that fix the cabinet issues the smaller ones have and they sound pretty fucking good for 250-300$, I got mine used for just 180$(Code 100 combo) and it's surprisingly close how similar it sounds to my teacher's JVM Marshall.
Who can’t tell the dif, you’re “audience?” lol