Marshall AS100D Acoustic Combo AmpAS100D
For those using two pick-ups via a single stereo jack, the two main Acoustic Channels (1 and 2) can be linked together via a 'Link' switch, affording you independent Volume and EQ controls for each pick-up. The other two channels are a dedicated Microphone channel (3) and an Auxiliary channel (4), the latter of which has phono (RCA) stereo inputs specifically for use with external audio equipment. The AS100D houses an internal limiter to ensure you can achieve maximum output while your sound remains distortion free.
Even though the AS100D's 50W + 50W stereo configuration offers more than enough power for many typical acoustic music venues, a stereo pair of balanced XLR DI outs and line outs allow you to connect directly to an external PA system for larger venues. When playing live, one of the most difficult aspects of amplifying acoustic instruments is unwanted feedback. To help eliminate this, the AS100D features several 'anti-feedback' controls, including an individual Phase switch on channels 1, 2 & 3, plus two frequency controllable Notch Filters with selectable extra depth for channels 1 & 2.
The superb quality of the 16 built-in, adjustable stereo digital effects (10 Reverbs, Delay, Chorus & more) adds an entirely new dimension to the already wide range of sounds this professional combo has to offer. Additionally, there is also a stereo parallel effects loop, complete with level control, on the rear panel. Compact and portable, the stylish AS100D offers great flexibility and is the ideal amplifier for the acoustic player who wants the highest quality performance, with absolutely natural tonal reproduction.
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I use mine with an American Deluxe power Tele. Run the Fishman bridge to the ASD100 "acoustic" input, run the magnetic pickups through a Tech 21 tri-ac to the "electric" channel. Sounds great and has enough power for small gigs. Also has a microphone input and yet another channel with RCA inputs so you can plug in a CD player or drum machine. I use it for an MT80S midi player. Absolute perfect amp for one-person-band, coffeehouse type gigs. Has twice the power of the AS50R and it shows. Digital effects are good but not great. At the new lower price, this amp is well worth the investment.
I have owned my Marshall AS100D Amp for over 7 years. Like a Swiss army knife, it has proven durable, versatile, and reliable over the years. Although dressed with duck tape in strategic spots, this amp will not die. I have owned three other acoustic amps, and particularly love the tone of my all-tube combo amp. However, the Marshall is what I reach for when I need one reliable amp to take on the road that does it all. The tone of this amp is crystal clear. Anti-feedback controls work surgically, and do not kill the original sound. The amount of inputs (guitar on channel 1, guitar or XLR mike on channel two, an XLR mike input on channel 3, and stereo tape/cd input on channel 4 provide a great degree of flexibility. Stereo outputs (XLR, 1/4") allow the amp to be easily interfaced to recording equipment or live mono or stereo mixers. The internal effects are adequate, especially chorus and reverb. Perhaps not as rich as a dedicated pedals, but having them built into the amp is convenient when I don't want to haul around everything I own. External effects plugs and level controls add versatility when needed. Individual volume (all channels) and tone controls (channels 1 to 3), as well as a master volume switch allow ample tone shaping for various acoustic instruments as well as the dedicated mike. Phantom power is also avaliable for the mike channel. I've never outgrown this amp. When I retrofitted my Taylor 814CE with a stereo jack to use both active I-Beam and passive M-1 soundhole pickups, I was pleasantly surprised to discover the AS100D accepted a stereo plug. With the push of a single button, channels 1 and 2 are linked together so each pickup can be individually controlled at the amp. At 46 pounds, the Marshall AS100D packs a ton of features and connectivity in a small footprint. I would recommend it to any guitarist shopping for a reliable, quality acoustic amp at a reasonable price.
This amp is awesome. I have a 7-series Taylor and when I play through this amp I don't lose any of that awesome Taylor sound. I don't use a mic with it so I couldn't tell you how it sounded. The effect are okay, but I use separate effects. So I haven't really experimented with the effects alot.
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