What tubes does the Marshall 30W 5203 use?

The Marshall 30W 5203 uses N/A preamp tubes and Solid-state power tubes.

When was the Marshall 30W 5203 produced?

The Marshall 30W 5203 was produced 1984–1991.

Marshall 30W 5203 preset

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The Marshall 5203 is a 30-watt solid-state combo from Marshall's mid-1980s affordable range, offering a clean and overdrive channel in a compact, lightweight package. These smaller solid-state Marshalls were designed to make the Marshall brand accessible to students and gigging musicians on a budget, and their overdrive channels carry a characteristic compressed crunch influenced by the brand's tube heritage. The 5203 was well regarded for practice and small venue work where tube amp volume levels were impractical.

Years produced: 1984–1991
Made in: UK
Wattage: 30W
Channels: 2
Preamp tubes: N/A
Power tubes: Solid-state

Tags: british, crunch.

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