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  Discussion in 'Marshall Amps' started by BoyWithLuv, Oct 11, 2021.
  I have both. The AD30HTC and the 2525H
  The Jubilee is by far the most flexible tonewise, has fx loop etc etc..
  But if i had to only keep one, it would be the AD30. its a true two channel amp.
  The sole caveat is that UNLESS it was low volume only.. given power tube distortion is a big part of the AD30 sound so if its bedroom levels, the Jubilee is a better bet.
  Mystic38, Oct 12, 2021
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  BoyWithLuv, Oct 12, 2021
  I've tried both and I have to say I prefer the Orange. I am Marshall through and through but I didn't like the jube.
  Have you considered the other studios?
  purpleplexi, Oct 12, 2021
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  Yes, I have but I wouldn't like the watered down version. What makes you prefer the AD30?
  Ha! I owned an AD30 briefly it was terribly woofy, the Jube in my opinion has a little woof too I'm not a fan of them either but if choosing between these two I'd go Jube. This person might do better with a 900, 6100, TSL, DSL if they need a 2 channel amp which it sounds like what they want.
  I just saw a 900 SLx, and a 6100 last weekend, both in very nice condition. They also had an old JMP or something but it was $3500 so I didn't look, also in great shape though. All 3 at the same place in CT.
  ampeq, Oct 12, 2021
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  We happen to have one of the very best Marshall amp builders right here on this forum. If I were looking for a new Marshall amp this would be the place to go. Contact David at Hopkins amp mods. NewReligion on here, he will build you theee amp.
  Thank you, what's the summary of a 900? I haven't researched it properly. I know it tends to get a bad reputation. I am not sure that's earned because a lot of great artists use it.
  There are three different versions of the 900s.
  The Dual Reverb
  The MKIII and the SLX are single channel amps. The SLX uses an extra preamp tube where as the MKIII uses diodes for extra gain. These are both well liked.
  The Dual Reverb has two channels but it is more a modern -vintage channel switching arraignment than a clean -dirty one. This amp uses a lot of SS circuitry in the preamp-basically built in boosts. This is the 900 which is controversial.
  Kinkless Tetrode, Oct 12, 2021
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  Because...? Attenuating it to low levels not sure the bit of extra Ooomph from the higher wattage would matter? A 20 watt Studio is not much quieter than a 2204 for example. NOt to say that any of the Studios is right for you necessarily.
  Jethro Rocker, Oct 12, 2021
  I found the Joob very boxy sounding but I only tried the combo. Couldn't really fault the Orange but in the end I got the SV. Horses for courses. It had been the Joob v the Orange my amp would be a bright colour....
  purpleplexi, Oct 13, 2021
  I have a Jubilee, its a two trick pony that's it, sounds like you want more versatility than that, I DSL or JVM will give you what you want and more, or an EVH 50 el34, killer.
  Force235, Oct 13, 2021
  I am looking for classic rock and some 80 and I understand that both the Jubilee and AD30 can do them. I am looking for very nice cleans too and crunch.
  BoyWithLuv, Oct 14, 2021
  Have you considered the Rockerverb, much better than the AD30 if youre considering it. What is your budget by the way?
  I have not. Budget is around 1300 Euro so 1500 dollars.
  You should get the Marshall 2555X Silver Jubilee for sure . I have been using mine without any distortion or overdrive pedals at all , and that is one of my most favorite features about this beautiful amplifier . Also worth mentioning is how well this pairs with Vintage 30 speakers .
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  Thank you, I am leaning towards that. There's something cool about it, it has its own great status and I love its sound. I am running through a Marshall 2x12 V30 cabinet. What other options were you considering at the time before you purchased the Jubilee?
  Thank you, this helps. Unfortunately, I cant play them where I live, I can only order and buy. I was judging them by the video clips as well. The AD30 may sound more congested than the Jubilee, at least in what I have seen. The Jubilee sounds more wild to me based on the clips (which I like). They would be going through a V30 2x12 cab. How do these sound at lower volumes?
  I definitely want a MV type amp. I always hail Aerosmith's Sweet Emotion sound as *the* rock guitar sound. Not saying I want to copy it, but if the amp can do something like that, I am more than happy.
  I think you would like the Vintage 30 speakers , and I think that they would work for you even at lower volumes as well.
  Honestly I stumbled upon the Marshall 2555X Silver Jubilee in January 2015 on You Tube as there was a new product demo video featuring the amp and I was instantly sold . This coming from a guy who played Fender amps since I was a spud . The thing that sold me was going from clean to mean with a stomp on the footswitch . All tube save for the diodes that some love to hate , but it just to my ears is the perfect tone going from pristine cleans to all out raunch , and it is such a glorious sound like I am in a studio or something . Honestly I have never sounded as well since I started playing Marshall Amps .