I played a JCM 800 for years. It's a lot more versatile than most people think.
@B2Rockin
Жыл бұрын
Dude so many people are demo’ing amps through UA Ox boxes now with simulated cabs it’s really hard to get an idea of what things actually sound like. Love your channel because you don’t do that and what we hear in your recordings even though it’s through KZitem, is authentic and pretty much what you are going to get. Just want to say thank you man and you rock brother! 🙏🏻💪🏻🤘🏻
@amaurythewarrior
Жыл бұрын
i completely agree... but i think what it mostly means is recording a cab properly is not that. you see some demos with a 57 right in the center of the cone which sound horribly bright, etc.
@bce3210
Жыл бұрын
Thats because the aux is authentic as heck, ultimately.
@amaurythewarrior
Жыл бұрын
@@bce3210 the what
@bce3210
Жыл бұрын
@@amaurythewarrior apologies. Correction: The UAD OX
@Sep45
Жыл бұрын
Exactly right!
@ryanpullin
Жыл бұрын
Took me forever to figure it out, but JCM800 and 800-style tones are where it’s at. Perfect for clean and gain.
@andrewgarcia3136
Жыл бұрын
I've had mine for about ten years. In that time I've bought other amps and drifted around a bit but I always keep coming back
@AtTheSourceStudios
Жыл бұрын
I mean I don't know about clean but gain for sure!
@PainterDans
3 ай бұрын
Best Part of the clean is when you hear that volume knob roll up
@aaronsepulveda2874
Жыл бұрын
Zach my guy, you always play THE RIGHT RIFFS and dial in THE RIGHT TONE! Love your channel!
@ZachWish
Жыл бұрын
Thanks Aaron!
@spaceburger80
Жыл бұрын
What A-A-Ron said 🤜🤛
@elcowboyspace
Жыл бұрын
I know right. Never watched this channel before but fuck me it's nice to see thing used for what it's supposed to be used for. I get tired of everyone playing blues licks and talking about how well amps clean up. It's not that kind of amp! Yet 90% of reviews do just that
@elcowboyspace
Жыл бұрын
Never watched this channel before but fuck me it's nice to see the thing used for what it's supposed to be used for. I get tired of everyone playing blues licks and talking about how well amps clean up. It's not that kind of amp! Yet 90% of reviews do just that *Edit. I picked up one of these a few months back and was just looking for videos for tone setting tips when I came across this.
@josieturner3800
3 ай бұрын
I bought one of these a couple weeks ago but I'm still waiting for my new cab to arrive so I'm just living vicariously through youtube demos until I can play it 😩
@sxzzle1237
Ай бұрын
man drown sounded great on this thing, it was nice hearing that awesome pumpkins song!
@JesseUnderdog
Жыл бұрын
That 'Give Me One Good Reason' playthrough 👌
@mountainssea9642
Жыл бұрын
Imagine how good that couch is on the guitar. It learned by osmosis.
@adambrzycki8088
Жыл бұрын
I had never heard of Drab Majesty before but loved the chords and tone so much I looked up Dot in the Sky and now have gone through their whole catalog and am hooked!
@KevinNolin
Жыл бұрын
That deftones riff got me. It’s the first song I heard from them back in the day and I was hooked. Great playing as always dude
@keithrt99
Жыл бұрын
You always pick the best riffs to play. You're like a kindred spirit for my musical tastes.
@Natenie
Жыл бұрын
Didn’t expect to hear blink 182 in this haha but great sounding amp and super tight playing as always!
@ZachWish
Жыл бұрын
Thanks so much Nate!
@mountainssea9642
Жыл бұрын
Love that song and love his diversity across so many decades and genres.
@kurdtjohn
Жыл бұрын
After growing too old, I found that it's not a surprise. When I was younger, I really thought his studio sound for Enema and TOYPAJ was his Strat with an SD Invader through a Triple Rectifier - turns out they're mostly Les Paul's through a Silver Jubilee. Not many probably know this.
@andrewmasterman2034
Жыл бұрын
@@kurdtjohn interesting! I always thought some of Tom’s tones on that record were a jcm900, very iconic.
@guitarexpert2245
Жыл бұрын
Blink uses Mesa Boogie amps
@HooksBill
Жыл бұрын
One of many things that attracted me to buying my Friedman BE and SmallBox is being able to get those great tones at a manageable volume, even with 50 and 100 watt amps. Although I've always wanted a JCM 800 and have had my eye on this amp for the reasons you mentioned. It's on my radar, but I haven't quite committed yet. Nice playing and good information. Amp sounds real good.
@ZachWish
Жыл бұрын
Thanks so much for the kind words. Friedman amps have the best master volume on the market in my opinion. Good stuff.
@hk30bgaming6
Жыл бұрын
that blink riff was heavenly
@camai75
Жыл бұрын
Love that Mastodon riff!! Awesome vid as usual
@phillamoore157
Жыл бұрын
You did something that VERY few other people have done with this amp, and that's show off the clean channel, which I thought was non-existent until this video. WOW. It sounded great with that strat! I'm trying to get the Nuno Bettencourt tone (from the 1st Extreme album) at bedroom volumes, which he apparently go by hitting a JCM800 with a RAT pedal. I can handle that part of it (if it truly has those 800 characteristics). That said, he didn't say anything about whole "learning how to play" thing....so I may have a slight hangup with that end of things. But, the JCM800 and a RAT pedal I can definitely handle. Thanks for the great demo, brother!👍
@ZachWish
Жыл бұрын
Nuno is such a monster player. Thanks so much for the kind words Phil! Really appreciate it.
@thomasfokas
Жыл бұрын
Even as mainly a hard rock and metal guy, I have been in love with Dot The Sky since the first time I heard it when it came out. I’ve seen them a few times live.
@PhuketMyMac
Жыл бұрын
Always a pleasure to the ears to hang up on your channel
@ZachWish
Жыл бұрын
Thanks so much!
@SkullCity
Жыл бұрын
The Drab Majesty sounded so good!
@lovecraftmusic8717
Жыл бұрын
Criminally underrated band.
@ibanezman1025
Жыл бұрын
Your playing and tones sound absolutely killer! That gretsch is something special.
@BrettPapa
Жыл бұрын
Killer vid man! Always know there is gonna be good tones here. Well done.
@ZachWish
Жыл бұрын
Thanks so much Brett! Really appreciate it. Hope you're doing well.
Жыл бұрын
Yum! Been eyeing that amp for some time now. Might just pull the trigger on it. Hey, a request: How about a studio tour of your setup (gear)? Would be fun and informative!
@Iskaral_Pust
Жыл бұрын
Seconded! You've got an awesome collection.
@dangiampietro6606
Жыл бұрын
I third this!
@braunsonlalonde3546
Жыл бұрын
I fourth it!
@ZachWish
Жыл бұрын
Thanks Lars! I'm in the process of changing up a few things at the moment (have a dying computer and a supremely shitty desk) but I'll see what I can do. Appreciate you checking out the video!
Жыл бұрын
@@ZachWish Ah best of luck w the upgrades and hope to see something studio related when you're done and happy :)
@robomalo
Жыл бұрын
Perfect timing. I’ve been thinking about the little fella since all retailers can’t seem to get the big boy.
@LeeKAspinall
4 ай бұрын
I just love listening to you play iconic riffs through all these great amps! Your tone always sounds freaking amazing!!!
@ZachWish
4 ай бұрын
Thanks so much for the kind words!
@chairmanJackie
Жыл бұрын
DOOD. I did not expect a Drab Majesty riff in a JCM 800 demo but hell yeah sounds awesome!
@BrunoAmaral2
Жыл бұрын
Sounds awesome. And that Gretsch Falcon Richard Fortus' signature looks and sound great too. Love your playing on all this, I like how tight you play the rhythm stuff.
@giorgosk2884
Жыл бұрын
Priest tone with the hollow body was spot on incredible bite and fat tone
@M81_WOODLAND
Жыл бұрын
Sounds like it's bigger brother to me.🤷 Always wanted to try one of these as it would be the perfect size for my small home studio. Excellent riffage, as always. 👍🤘
@anthonysilva5312
Жыл бұрын
Welcome to my home. In my living room are two giant stacks of amplification and a rack full of guitars. (Oh, and behind them is my fireplace) 👍🇨🇦
@BrianMorris-zc4md
Жыл бұрын
Fantastic demonstration of an amp I bought a couple weeks ago and need time to dial-in...thanks a bunch Zach!
@horsimusmaximus3886
Жыл бұрын
Killer as always dude! Man, I'd love to see what you can do with the Orange Rockerverb 50 MkIII, the old Thunderverb and so on. All of the Mastodon riffs... Also, slow car fast anology = best analogy.
@guitarz
Жыл бұрын
Loving the darkness tunes! Cool little amp for sure
@hafizimranYT
Жыл бұрын
Really appreciate the talking part!
@ATK10155
Жыл бұрын
Love that AC/DC Riff Raff thing you threw in there!!!
@pilottchan1996
Жыл бұрын
I am personally not knowing a lot about those amps, but I just keep coming back and watch this video because of his amazing guitar solo. the way he played make me fall in love with Marshall.
@ZachWish
Жыл бұрын
Thanks so much! Appreciate the kind words.
@FilipSoldan1
8 ай бұрын
Incredible playing. Finaly a demo, that doesn't just show ultra metal but actually clean and melodic playing.
@cshades8026
Жыл бұрын
Would love to see you play through an EVH 5150 iii stealth 50 watt
@bp7152
Жыл бұрын
Better than the 100w- I don’t know it depends on what you need but that amp sounds awesome! I’m still loving that Gretsch, too. So cool. And the black custom LP w uncovered buckers always makes me smile.
@just.for.the.downshifts
Жыл бұрын
Totally caught me by surprise when you played Give Me One Good Reason.. such a catchy riff though 👊
@soxandbears
Ай бұрын
nice guitar collection. amp sounds great
@OlesMusic
Жыл бұрын
That is one of the coolest Fenders I've ever seen.
@JackStolz
Жыл бұрын
the Gretsch tones were absolutely perfect. Awesome playing too dude!
@ZachWish
Жыл бұрын
Thanks Jack! Really appreciate it.
@LOliveiraBss
Жыл бұрын
Commented just because you played Riff Raff. Awesome sounds!
@sgriffin588
Жыл бұрын
Awesome playing as always! A big heck yeah for Dot in the Sky, sounds great on the Gretsch
@kahlrhoam6769
4 ай бұрын
I’m late to this party, but as a sub > your channel, you’re band’s lucky to have you & that FMan GPearl nearly stole the show, THX for turning us onto that! 👏
@DevinRyanVitek
Жыл бұрын
Around The Fur sounded menacing, I have the mini Jub version of this 20watt series but I love this JCM 800 version. I tried it at GC once and loved it. (Even if it wasn’t my gear/pedalboard with it)
@crflores76
Жыл бұрын
Zach, one of the best demos of sc20h, even low imput… no doubts…. I wish to see your demo of sv20h….
@rodrigocutini8308
8 ай бұрын
I've never seen that Jazzmaster before, so beautiful.
@gab_ale
Жыл бұрын
Man, that Fender is beautiful.
@xalk311x
Жыл бұрын
Yeah what model is that?
@gab_ale
Жыл бұрын
@@xalk311x Fender Made in Japan Modern Jazzmaster
@rikh78
Жыл бұрын
that Gretsch sounds so good
@BravoActual4756
Жыл бұрын
12.6k subs only? Truly criminal. Zach you deserve so many more. Always enjoy your stellar demos.
@filipedelbel
Жыл бұрын
Great video, as always!
@defsantiago
Жыл бұрын
You had me at “Blood and Thunder” 😏 🐋
@bigoldSupaD
Жыл бұрын
Reminds me of my Lovepedal Redhead tone, delicious.
@joshualove6586
Жыл бұрын
Bro, that Jazzmaster is SICK!
@pbjam2182
Жыл бұрын
Dude, fine taste in gear and riffs. Came for the amp but subbing for the future. Really wish this amp came in a 50w version though......
@anthonybelladonna5675
Жыл бұрын
JCM 800 2204
@soundstorm9508
8 ай бұрын
Like the above comment says, there's been 50 watt versions floating around for 40 years now.
@chadnathanbenson
Жыл бұрын
Always throwing in those Darkness songs! 👊🏻
@Iskaral_Pust
Жыл бұрын
Thanks for the demo! I love this amp. I just wish it could also do the band practice thing also. It would be an absolute dream.
@ZachWish
Жыл бұрын
Definitely! I think it could hang in a band practice situation depending on the band, but if your band is pretty damn loud, it's asking a lot of the amp. When I tried it out, I could see it working in a pinch, but the volume was maxed out and it wouldn't have been able to clean up much when you're pushing it that hard. Still a killer amp, and for playing at home, I'd rather play this 20W than the 100W head. Thanks for checking out the video!
@jldkrank
Жыл бұрын
@@ZachWish would putting more efficient speakers help with that? It's amazing how much more volume you can get with the right speaker
@ZachWish
Жыл бұрын
@@jldkrank Sure! More efficient speakers definitely pump out some additional volume. I was playing it through an EVH 4x12 cab with Vintage 30s.
@FransvandenBergeMuziekschuur
Жыл бұрын
That first guitar. Greenish…. Jazzmaster shape guitar in olive. Ohhh dear… what a beautiful guitar.
@mackenziegreen1215
Жыл бұрын
that deftness riff at 5 mins. good taste
@jordanpene5279
2 ай бұрын
Finishing with Drown 😍🖤
@1176hambone
11 минут бұрын
Turn it up in the floor monitor and rock it.
@angusorvid8840
Жыл бұрын
I always preferred single channel JCM 800s. I also preferred the 50 watt to the 100. I loved the Jubilee when they released it in '87, especially the 50 watt. 100 watts is seldom ideal, 50 is much better, and sometimes even 50 is too much.
@brownsfan7753
Жыл бұрын
Killer demo!!
@TheRealDealBobbySteele
Жыл бұрын
Love that silver burst
@MarshallorFender
Жыл бұрын
I have this amp and really like it. I like your videos Zach because you set the amps in their sweet spots. This amp comes alive when the pre-amp is set between 6 and 8. I’ve seen other reviewers including a big one in England that set the preamp at 12oclock and say it’s just a good amp…. But they aren’t even hitting the sweet spot.
@andremouracosta
Жыл бұрын
Amazing, as always!
@charlesfitzgerald3201
Жыл бұрын
Cool video , Thanks for doing the low input stuff towards the end.
@hailmaryrecordings8255
Жыл бұрын
Cool intro. ☮️ I gotta get one of these! I’m digging the mini-versions of these classic amps coming-out. Perfect for project studios.
@miseryparty3726
Жыл бұрын
Finally someone playing a gretsch the way it’s meant to be played!
@johnp1908
Жыл бұрын
We need more mgl videos. God I love that amp.
@5150powder
Жыл бұрын
Brilliant Zach. Cheers.
@MarshallorFender
Жыл бұрын
I have one. They’re awesome. Also chiming in to say, I Love your work Zach.
@RonaldKasper
Жыл бұрын
Great playing! My channel was a guitar channel as well, before I switched to buying cameras instead of tube amps 😉
@ZachWish
Жыл бұрын
Hah! Small world. 📸
@klotzamplification9142
Жыл бұрын
The JCM800 is a classic schematic that never will fail, even this little 20watt Marshall sounds great.. :D Also there is a ton of JCM clones out there..
@callethomer
Жыл бұрын
Great hand tone!
@luigigiannuzzi
11 ай бұрын
Drab Majesty ❤ Amazing playing, man!
@paests
Жыл бұрын
Man i love these demoes! Can you do one with the Marshall DSL1 pls! 🙏
@ziggyz2958
Жыл бұрын
Excellent video showing a wide range of this amp's capabilities! I have one and i'm very happy with it. Your drummer must pound like the incredible hulk because these are pretty loud, almost a little too loud for a basement. I absolutely love that beautiful black Gretsch, and it sounds killer through the SC20.
@RokDAWG1
Жыл бұрын
That sounds so crazy awesome!
@TheOtherJohnBrowne
Жыл бұрын
Sounds glorious! Awesome playing too as usual
@brianbeattie4358
2 ай бұрын
Excellent demo!
@bestboy897
Жыл бұрын
sick crunch tone
@dasenase
Жыл бұрын
I always instinctively play "I am Ahab" right after ending Blood and Thunder.
@aujax1
Жыл бұрын
everything sounds amazing through that thing!!
@jeffreylazzarinisr7419
Жыл бұрын
Great demo!!
@olliefleming6860
Жыл бұрын
The delayed guitar at around 5.20 sounds otherworldly! 👍🏻
@grantmcmichen40
Жыл бұрын
Love your videos man. Doesn’t matter what you play through, you always find a way to get killer rock tones. Any tips and/or experience with the Marshall DSL series? I find that they are a little harsh. Do you think that greenback speakers would help? Thanks
@ZachWish
Жыл бұрын
Thanks Grant! I've had a few DSL's and JCM2000's over the years. Great amps. My favorite sounds out of those amps were always from cranking the gain on the "Classic Gain" channel with the Crunch mode engaged. That gets you into pretty solid JCM800 territory that'll clean up nice with your volume knob and then just hit it with a boost from there like a Tube Screamer, SD-1, BB Preamp or something if you need more gain. The Ultra Gain channel on those amps can be cool for certain tones but can also be kind of buzzy and like you said "harsh." Greenbacks have a softer high end than the typical G12T75s found in a lot of Marshall cabs, or V30s and they're lower wattage as well, so it can help tame some volume and top end. Thanks for checking out the video.
@ryanteacher8134
Жыл бұрын
Roll the treble back and push the presence knob higher, that's a good tip for DSLs. But yeh, waht Zach said. Crunch mode on the clean channel, and put an overdrive in front of it with full volume + a little bit of gain.
@TAdamRox
Жыл бұрын
Wow, excellent selection of riffs and phrasing! Love the tone, but I have a suspicion it's mostly your fingers, not the JCM800 🤣. Btw, if anyone got a tight budget and want to get into the Marshall tube tone, I cannot recommend the DSL series enough.
@valendis
Жыл бұрын
This sounds great but you have to take into account the whole signal chain, these guitars are not cheap, this cab is definitely not cheap ^^ and those hands are great!
@CFChristian
Жыл бұрын
Frickin-A, Shiner @ CME and now a Deftones cover by you. 😁 I obsessed over his tone and finally got it, but it never felt right when I tried to play along to the album with that particular song. Now I've got inspiration to try again! A pleasure to watch, as always.
@ZachWish
Жыл бұрын
I checked out that Shiner video as well. So awesome. Thanks for the kind words Christian!
@gergemall
Жыл бұрын
Sounds amazing
@danielpines4229
Жыл бұрын
Killing it as always. Hoping to hear some Opeth on the next one! Maybe something from the new album ICV?
@judgeshred66
Жыл бұрын
Casually sat here singing along to Judas Priest. Nailed it.
@Noodex18
5 күн бұрын
Giiiiive meeeeee One goooood reaaasooOooOoooon 😊❤ Nice demo thanks 👌
@cmartinrel
Жыл бұрын
Sounds great, as usual. You always get amazing tone. 🤘
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