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DSL20CR

DSL20CR

Regular price 548,00 €VAT incl.
3,00 € Ecotax included
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Historical Context and Positioning in the Range

The DSL20CR is part of Marshall's DSL (Dual Super Lead) series, designed to deliver the brand's sonic DNA in a more accessible and versatile format. With its 20 W power and 12-inch speaker, it stands as a balanced choice within the lineup: powerful enough for band playing, while remaining manageable at lower volumes thanks to the 10 W mode and channel volume controls.

Who This Amp Is For

This combo targets the advanced beginner to experienced guitarist seeking a versatile all-tube amp for home, studio, rehearsal room, and small gigs. It excels in rock, hard rock, punk, blues-rock, and metal, while remaining convincing for clean sounds with pedals. If you want a single amp capable of switching between crunchy rhythm, singing lead, and bright clean tones, the DSL20CR ticks many boxes.

Technical specifications

CategoryGuitar comboCabinetStraight
TechnologyTubesCabinet impedance (Ω)16 Ω
Inputjack, minijack, footswitchPedalboard includedYes
OutputJack, MinijackNumber of channels2
External cabinet outputYesSpeaker diameter12"
Effects loopYesEQ3 channels
ReverbYesColorGold
Footswitch inputYesPower output20 W
Amp tubes2 x EL34Weight16.3 kg
Pre-amp tubes3 x ECC83Dimensions (mm)500 x 420 x 250
Power20 WClassic Gain channel modesClean / Crunch
Power switch20 W to 10 WUltra Gain channel modesLead1 / Lead2
Loudspeaker diameter12 inchesSilent recording via line/headphone outputdo not disconnect the loudspeaker; simply set the Output selector to the STB (standby) position.
LoudspeakerCelestion Seventy-80Inputs6.35 mm jack, mini-jack, footswitch
Loudspeaker impedance16 OhmsOutputs6.35 mm jack, mini-jack

Customer reviews

What customers say

Summarized and selected by AI from recent customer reviews

Customers praised this tube amplifier for its legendary sound and versatility, particularly excelling in rock, hard rock, and blues. It offers simple operation and useful features. However, multiple customers noted that the reverb is insufficient even at maximum settings. The headphone jack works well but requires disconnecting the speaker cabinet first.

Review highlights

  • “Delivers powerful sound in rock, hard rock, or blues”
  • “Very good amplifier with legendary sound”
  • “Very good amplifier. Simple to use. I recommend.”

Based on 5 reviews

  • 5 stars, 5 reviews
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  1. COPPOLA l.

    Very very good amp, with a legendary sound.
    It lacks a lot of reverb, even when you turn it on.
    The headphone jack is good but you have to remember to unplug the speaker first otherwise the sound comes out of both the cabinet and the headphones.
    Resonance is not very useful, you might as well not put it on and put on another effect.

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  2. Joel G.

    Exactly what I expected from a small Marshall with tubes. The features are interesting and give it more versatility than some tube amps from other brands. Then it's a question of choosing the sound and now it's everyone's choice

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  3. Arnaud

    Very good amp. Lacks a bit of reverb but otherwise nothing to say. A pleasure

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  4. Guillaume

    Very good amp. Easy to use
    I recommend.

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  5. Antonio D.

    Great amp it sends heavy weight in rock or hard or blues

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