Definition of Marshall JCM800
The JCM800 Series is a line of guitar amplifiers made by Marshall Amplification. The series was introduced in 1981 with the 100-watt, master volume-equipped model 2203 head and eventually grew to encompass 15 models, including 50- and 100-watt heads and combos and a bass variant. In common usage, JCM800 usually refers to model 2203, which was produced until 1990 and became a staple among hard rock and heavy metal players. It was reissued in 2002.
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What is Marshall JCM800?
The JCM800 Series is a line of guitar amplifiers made by Marshall Amplification. The series was introduced in 1981 with the 100-watt, master volume-equipped model 2203 head and eventually grew to encompass 15 models, including 50- and 100-watt heads and…
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