Marshall Origin20C 20-watt 1x10" Tube Combo Guitar Amp

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$750
Marshall Origin20C

Gearank Recommendation

The Origin20C appeared on our recommended list for Tube Amps Under $500 from November 2019 until it was removed in April 2021 when it was no longer available for less than $500.

Overview

The Marshall Origin 20C is a modern take on early Marshall amps like the JTM-45 and the 1959SLP "Plexi".

As such it is a straightforward low to mid gain amp, with 3 ECC83 preamp tubes and 2 EL34 power tubes, driving a 10" Celestion V-Type speaker - all of which work together to reproduce the classic Marshall sound.

Inspired by multi-input classic amps, Marshall added a Tilt control that lets you select between the bright and normal input tone, and blend it to your preference.

Another modern feature of this amp is its built-in power attenuator, which lets you switch between 3 power settings, Low/Mid/High, adding to the overall viability of the amp, be it on a loud stage or for quiet practice.

For great vintage Marshall tone without the Vintage Marshall price, The Origin 20C is a great tonal palette worth exploring if you adore the Marshall "house sound".

Specifications

  • Power Rating: 20W / 3W / 0.5W Switchable
  • Preamp Tube: 3 x ECC83
  • Poweramp Tube: 2 x EL34
  • Speaker: 1 x 10" Celestion V-Type
  • Input: 1 x 1/4" (instrument)
  • Output: 2 x 1/4" (2 x 16 ohm / Single 8 ohm), 1 x 1/4" (DI OUT), 1 x 1/4" (Internal Speaker 16 ohm),
  • Cabinet: Rear Ported
  • Control Knobs: Gain with Pull Boost, Tilt, Bass, Middle, Treble, Master, Presence
  • Weight: 30.6 lbs
This was previously on our recommended list for the Best Tube Amps Under $500 but was removed due to a price increase.

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