Two classic amps, two different voices. The Marshall DSL is versatile modern dual-channel Marshall gain; the Marshall JCM800 is midrange-forward 80s rock crunch. Here is how their settings and the records made on them compare.
| Knob | Marshall DSL | Marshall JCM800 |
|---|---|---|
| Gain | 7 | 6.5 |
| Bass | 5 | 6 |
| Mid | 6.5 | 6 |
| Treble | 7 | 7 |
| Presence | 6 | 6 |
Averaged from 10 (Marshall DSL) and 84 (Marshall JCM800) famous recordings. Out of 10.
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