blackstar vs marshall dsl

He's had about 10 or 12 amps since I've lived with him (2 years) and he keeps buying and selling. Blackstar HT100 vs. Marshall DSL100?? Marshall DSL15C or Blackstar Artist 15 1-12 Discussion in 'Amp Input - Normal or Bright' started by Gmountain, Jun 1, 2017. I always found low end on the gain channel of the dsl … And this one has an effects loop and a headphone jack like the Blackstar. Really they sound identical? 24.37 in. The Blackstar is more modern sounding on the gain channel, whereas the DSL, oddly, has a more vintage tone if you dial it in right but goes all the way to 80s and beyond. It's a nice amp. Clear editor. I have a Blackstar HT-20 and it sounds great. You keep speaking of the amp in the past tense; did your roommate sell it already? I was determined to choose properly this time, audition it using my own guitar, and then think long and hard. Pop in a greenback speaker if you've got one … DSL5CR> Can sound "OK" but once cranked the power section distortion is kinda lackluster, anemic and lifeless.It uses a dual triode for the power section instead of real power tubes. I am not sure about the blackstar series one. "the" Blackstar, as in the series one? the Marshall dsl comes in 5 and 15 and 40w, but I was thinking either 5 or 15w. By Blackstar series one 45 combo is new. Note: Your post will require moderator approval before it will be visible. Grats on the new amp. Shallow of me i know. 19.29 in. Blackstar HT100 vs. Marshall DSL100?? Sounds excellent on both the 10 and 20 watt settings going into a closed-back Peavey 1X12 cab with a Blue Marvel. The DSL is an all-tube amp and it definitely sounds like a Marshall, but that's all you get. Aside that I also wondered if the JJN HT-20 amp (aside the cosmetics and the different cab) is the same as the regular one or not. Which pedals were instant keepers for you, no drama, no doubts. But now I am interested, how did it sound? I haven't played the Blackstar, but I really like my DSL20HR. Blackstar HT Club 40 Vs Marshall DSL40C Decision Blackstar … The dpr attenuater seems amazing. The reason I titled this as Blackstar Vs Marshall is simple…. I really like Marshall … CrateSmasher, October 27, 2010 in Amps. I've come between either the Marshall DSL 40C or the Blackstar HT Club 40. i have heard this before but im unsure. Because some had faults where they got too hot, and also the output tubes (valves) are different, it just does not sound as good. I was thinking Blackstar ht 20, as ht 5 is a hybrid amp with only pre amp tubes. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account. (Image credit: Marshall Amplification) Call me old if you want. Might be a winner. Re: Blackstar Ht-50 vs Marshall DSL Blackstar is awesome- I own the HT-20 head. I don’t care. Had some nice gain. Undoubtedly, the Blackstar is more suited to low-down brown-sound shredding shenanigans, but the Marshall is much more old-school rock and roll. I dont like the katanas, they feel cheap where as the marshall and the blackstar do not. Are you still in love with your HT-20 MKII? I felt like I was cheating on a long term girlfriend even considering a new amp. I liked it. My question is are either of those going to give me more than the HT1 to justify the price (i only paid £125 new for the blackstar… To my ears, the Marshall is the more 'real' sounding amp, but the Blackstar takes pedals well on the clean channel. I can get them all for under £500. Ill see what I can find for these mixed reviews as I haven't seen any. Big price diffrence but dose not affect my decision what so ever. © 1995-2019 Harmony Central, Inc. All rights reserved. But note there is no effects loop on the 5 and 15. The HT5R just seemed to lack something that the DSL has. Poll: Are you buying the Quad Cortex? I have heard very mixed reviews on the Series 1 line in general. They're horrible. The Blackstar is more modern sounding on the gain channel, whereas the DSL, oddly, has a more vintage tone if you dial it in right but goes all the way to 80s and beyond. Ditto to what others have posted- -the combo version of the DSL is not the same amp as the head version. Also the marshall 1/5 watt options. Ok, I've just seen, that the HT-20 MKII has got two 12AX7 in the preamp: Yeah I don’t know why/how they screwed that up. I've owned a blackstar HT1 for a few years and it's a great amp. Ok so the dsl combo is a bad choice. As far as Blackstar's concerned, the singer in my last band had a HT100 - excellent amp which worked really nicely in the mix live and 'dialled in' beautifully. This was something I had not done in the past. Blackstar says it is, Jared says it is not. The clean channel was a pleasant surprise for me, and the drive channel offers a pretty classic Marshall crunch with the gain at about noon. Ive owned 3 DSLs, and am thinking about another, but the Blackstars, and the many, many clips, and research Ive done, has me gassing for one. It has the typical sound of a Marshall amp, which is big, fat, and aggressive. Right, I'm down to a shortlist of three heads for my new amp. Both models have similar volume levels, suitable for use in gigs. I hadn't thought about the Marshall DSL 5c. Was more just noodling with it, had no intentions of getting a 5. Followers 0. On the flip side, absolutely loving my HT20RH MKII! Didn't record it, but the band's EP was done with his previous amp (Marshall JCM2000 DSL), and the Blackstar … I think only the 200 watt model.was really for high gain. So whats wrong with the dsl combo? Like all the DSL … Well then... A DSL50 head and a 2x12 cabinet. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding.   Your previous content has been restored. Powered by Invision Community. To my ears, the Marshall is the more 'real' sounding amp, but the Blackstar …   Pasted as rich text. Blackstar series one 45 combo is new. If the latter then the Marshal is the choice as the Blackstar … So what what are your thoughts? × Was really interested in this head a few months back, but I thought it was a high gainer for sure. Marshall DSL40C Shop now at Amazon. Big price diffrence but dose not affect my decision what so ever. Depends if you want the flexibility of a modelling amp or a proper valve amp. I got to see concerts by AC/DC with Bon Scott, Van Halen and Black Sabbath on the same stage, Pink … Interested in opinions of those who have played both amps. Marshall DSL40C Shop now at Amazon. The Blackstar is more sounding on the gain channel, whereas the DSL, oddly, has a more vintage tone if you dial it in right but goes all the way to 80s and beyond. Page 3 of 3 < Prev 1 2 3. renips Well-Known Member. It continues to impress me with the ease of dialing in! 19.29 in. Marshall DSL40C. Let them know I sent you! Seems, there are some confusing things around about these new amps. Anything but a DSL-401 combo. So what do y'all think about the Dave Mustaine Gibsons? So its basically a ht with a real expensive attenuator. Why? I definitely prefer the gain channel on the blackstar vs the DSL. It does have reverb though, and … Can you give me pros and cons on these amps. Give Chuck Levins a call 1- 301-946-8808. … It can get pretty loud but, not the greatest dynamic range. So Ive found a new Marshall DSL1 head and a new DSL5 combo both priced the same. What about a 60 watt tsl combo how are those? because its not closed back? Im going to get one of these amps. Nah, not yet, but I reckon it'll happen sooner or later. £349. 24.41 in. I love what Blackstar is doing with there amps, they are really making a sweet product at very fair prices. Marshall DSL40C actually has excellent sound quality, but it is not as versatile as Blackstar HT Club 40. Blackstar HT Club 40 vs Marshall DSL40C. So why don't you like the dsl combos guys? Available colors: User rating ★ 1 … Has anyone noticed, that the new Blackstar HT-20 MKII aside of having now EL84s instead of EL34s (like the former HT-20 Studio) also got rid of one 12AX7 in the preamp? They took the sweet Marshal classic tones we love and took it in to the modern age while retaining the signature tone that made Marshall … I think the Blackstar had a bit more of a "quality feel" to it, but the Marshall is solid and I just preferred it all round. Just one short riff double tracked...first four bars is the DSL and the other four are the blackstar HT-5. So … JavaScript is disabled. I think there is a reason the Blackstar engineers left Marshall.   Your link has been automatically embedded. Price isnt an issue to me and the Dsl 40 combo will be a used one. Also, I've really come around on the amp's digital reverb. So lets hear it. I thought it was 'just okay' when I first got the amp, but now, eight months later, I think it sounds pretty good...I swear...the reverb's getting better over time! I'm pretty sure the DSL … Doesn't sound anything like a Marshall, doesn't sound good at all - very muddy, and very bad reliability problems. I really like Marshall but I also really like what ive heard on you tube of blackstars best amp. Had 4 modes I think. 22.28 in. Still the series one 45 combo attenuator that supposedly actually dose what is supposed to sounds really promising on the blackstar. Marshall is my go to, that simple. The reason why it was hard is because in Melbourne there is no single store that stocked both the Blackstar and the Marshall. 24.41 in. Blackstar HT Club 40 MkII vs Marshall DSL40C. This is a really nice, little amp that covers a lot of bases. Display as a link instead, × Blackstar HT Club 40 MkII Shop now at Amazon. Both amps boosted with a bad monkey woth the same settings. How does a modern Blackstar amp compare to that vintage Marshall tone?In this video the Blackstar has the ISF control fully engaged for a British sound. In terms of overall TONE. Only a 10" speaker, but I'm guessing I … Blackstar HT Club 40 Shop now at Amazon. yes I understand that now haha. Gmountain Strat-Talk Member. And … The Marshall DSL5C isn't quite as bad in that respect but pretty much the same premise. To my ears, the Marshall is the more 'real' sounding amp, but the Blackstar takes pedals well on the clean channel. © 1995-2019 Harmony Central, Inc. All rights reserved. He still has it, I just played it on Friday for a couple of hours. I haven't played the Marshall, but I had an HT-20 combo and didn't like it, so my vote is Marshall. DSL100 head is awesome, but I dont like combos... You can post now and register later. Yeah, the series one. Discussion in 'Marshall Amps' started by snshami, Feb 24, 2013. Very British sounding, not a high gainer but I thought the crunch channel was really nice and if you boosted the 4th channel (which I never did) you could maybe get pretty dirty. Have you compared that one to the new HT-5 MKII? Marshall Dsl 40c Vs Blackstar Ht-40 - My Perspective. I hear it in their amps. I love my DSL 401..never had any problems with it. Messages: 66. Those lil amps sound great, marshall should take a look at them and learn how a smaller amp should sound, I dont think you can wrong with a Marshall DSL amps but what exactly makes the combos different from the heads? You can get great tones at low volume from either amp, the Marshall can be switched down to 1 watt as well if you need lower volumes. It was a bright amp so I kept the presence and treble down. Upload or insert images from URL. Sign in to follow this . Paste as plain text instead, × Can you give me pros and cons on these amps.   You cannot paste images directly. × You must log in or register to reply here. This video compares some good tones between the NEW Marshall DSL 5CR and the tried and true HT5R from Blackstar. The gain gets a little out of control when you take it past noon, and … HT =/= series 1. The HT-40 clean channel can be made to sound more like an Fender and the OD channel can go anywhere from classic rock marshall … I been playing about 10 years was in a band for a few years but just practice in my room So never go beyond 1. … I've decided on buying a new amp. The DSL seemed to want to go full on while the Blackstar went with the flow no matter what I was doing with it. Not a high gainer IMO. Im going to get one of these amps. My housemate just got the Blackstar. Things you get from the Blackstar that you cannot with the marshall: Mesa and fender tones, it still sounds good at low volumes, and it has very unique ways of dialing tones (Read the thread I made called: Why I love Blackstar). Are you sure its not the Artisan, they are more low gainers. Its lower watts and I dislike halfstacks. It says Blackstar Series One 45 on the front Neil, I'm 100% positive. It's a decent enough sound, and if that's what you want then you'll probably be happy with it. I managed to cax some good sounds out of it. The Gear Page is the leading online community and marketplace for guitars, amps, pedals, effects and associated gear. Price isnt an issue to me and the Dsl 40 combo will be a used one. I LOVE the enhanced EQ benefits of the Presence control (adds high end sparkle) and the Resonance control (adds low end depth). Yeah, I … BLACKSTAR HT-40 vs MARSHALL DSL 40c: This was going to be hard. … The HT5 sounds good imo, but is lacking some in the cleans department. CLIP HERE Very good British sound on it though. I never figured out the mid sweep knob. I haven't played the DSL20HR, but I love my HT Studio 20 head. Played a HT-5 MK II briefly, but can't say I compared.

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