Marshall DSL20CR 20W Valve Amplifier Combo with Digital Reverb

Tube tone can often feel out of reach for home players and gigging musicians who need authentic valve sound without overwhelming volume. The Marshall DSL20CR solves this by delivering the legendary DSL character in a compact 20-watt combo that switches down to 10 watts for bedroom-friendly practice. Its all-valve design with ECC83 preamp and EL34 power tubes produces the rich harmonics and touch sensitivity that solid-state amps simply cannot replicate.

Who is it for

This amplifier is ideal for guitarists who want genuine Marshall valve tone at manageable levels. Whether you practice at home, record in a studio, or perform on small stages, the DSL20CR adapts seamlessly. It suits players of all genres, from blues and rock to metal, thanks to its versatile two-channel design and powerful EQ section.

Main features

• 20W all-valve power (switchable to 10W) with 2 x EL34 power tubes and 3 x ECC83 preamp tubes
• Two channels: Classic Gain for clean and crunch, Ultra Gain for high-gain lead tones
• Celestion Seventy 80 12-inch speaker delivers balanced, articulate sound
• Digital reverb with footswitchable on/off for added ambience
• Series effects loop for integrating your pedalboard or rack effects
• Emulated line output (Softube) for direct recording or PA connection
• Headphone output with speaker emulation for silent practice
• Included footswitch (PEDL-90012) for channel switching and reverb control

Specifications

• Amplifier type: Valve combo
• Output power: 20W (switchable to 10W)
• Channels: 2 (Classic Gain, Ultra Gain)
• Preamp valves: 3 x ECC83
• Power amp valves: 2 x EL34
• Speaker: 1 x 12" Celestion Seventy 80
• Controls: Volume (Classic Gain), Gain (Ultra Gain), Volume (Ultra Gain), Treble, Middle, Bass, Presence, Reverb, Tone Shift, Deep
• Effects loop: Series (Send/Return)
• Digital reverb: Yes
• Footswitch: Included (PEDL-90012)
• Speaker outputs: 1 x 16 Ohm, 2 x 8 Ohm
• Emulated line out: Yes (Softube)
• Auxiliary input: 3.5mm Jack
• Headphone output: Yes (Emulated)
• Cabinet material: Plywood
• Finish: Black Tolex
• Footswitchable functions: Channel Select, Reverb On/Off

Tips

To get the most out of your DSL20CR, experiment with the Tone Shift and Deep switches to sculpt your sound for different rooms. Use the emulated output for silent recording or connect to a PA for larger gigs. The included footswitch makes it easy to switch channels and toggle reverb on the fly.