All user reviews for the Marshall 8080 Valvestate 80V

pre-amp tube, transistor +
2 channels: 1 clean + 1 disto each modular 2 positions
power 80 watts

You can set a sound to a clear distortion through a crunch sound, so polyvalant.

adjusting the reverb, effects loop with the possibility to use the "return" for standalone use only the HP

UTILIZATION

ease of use so disconcerting is simple! is connected and voila! the switch to switch from clean to distortion. we can easily adjust bass, mid and treble for each channel.

we get good sound even without a pedal for use summary when you start with an amp

SOUNDS

I was using a distortion pedal and chorus at the beginning and it was perfect. and bumps on the mainstage of logical pro, I now use the "return" so I do all my settings from mainstage, so no action on the amp. I use a peavey duplicate any lamp coupled with a Marshall 4X12 Celestion.

Valvestate 8080 is the perfect guitar with warm grain. I have a Gibson Epiphone nightawk and the combination is amazing. in contrast with my signature fender tele joh strummer, it lacks some of the low blow is lacking a little chest!

respect to the distortion, it lacks too much power at once we must add a pedal.

OVERALL OPINION

I use it for 15 years, it passed into the hands of electronics several times. the knobs are capricious, the lamp for the distortion is too capricious. the beast is alive and well if we play with it often. if we play some do not hesitate to turn the knobs regularly.

value for the price of the machine is very good, now we must try it before buying it because depending on the treatment of the old user may be surprised.

I had a Marshall Valvestate 100 watt combo but I was not satisfied, the distortion was much less potato was a crunch at most, and the effects loop does not allow the use of self " return "

anyway this amp is very robust, easily transportable (I added casters) suitable for rehearsals and concerts in the cellar and bar, but also for large scenes with a cover. no longer suitable for stage lol.

80 Watts
Preamp tube (12AX7) and amplification transistor.
- 1 knob gain for the preamp
- 3 Canneaux: clean, crunch, distortion.
- Reverb, Equalizer (3 bands), contour.
- Effects loop.
- Foot switch.

UTILIZATION

Simple Config

The clean channel EQ is inconclusive, it may be malfunctioning on my own, apart from the contour of the distortion that changes the sound completely.

One problem was the brand but apparently Marshall crachotent knobs in every sense, I tried everything to contact bomb, disassembly, cleaning etc. of all kinds ... nothing helped. The simplest is to change but what kind of amp I do not know if it's worth it ... Considering the price of the amp now!

SOUNDS

This gives a right and its pretty clear clean channel, used a Telecaster U.S.: good record highs, very banging. May seem a bit cold, although on certain securities 90'S New Wave but little heat and lack of momentum for a more 70's style or styles more "roots" in general.

The distortion is not bad but still very limited settings (allow one or two good pedal)

beautiful spring reverb on the other hand


OVERALL OPINION

Very happening everywhere still like amp, I would say lack of personality.
But little good help, I use it mostly in repeats. It can easily be used on stage, he even served me a lot of great scenes. It can be very powerful if it grows well gain.

+ the lamp warms the sound input which gives it more in relation to a unit transistor. attention does not expect to have the dynamics of a tube amp, it's still very right output.

ThE - settings that do not really on the sound (maybe they are faulty on mine I bought secondhand in '98 I do not really know when it dates ...)

If you want an example of what can sound out the beast, listen to "Crazy bodies" on my myspace http://www.myspace.com/accident7 recorded with a Telecaster and this amp.

So I think it's a transistor amp with a preamp lamp ...
80 W is good but not an All Tube ...
A footswitch (I do have more unfortunately) to pass the clean channel to channel distortion.
EQ, reverb, a loop, the writ must, without frills.

UTILIZATION

very simple to use, it comes easily to find his son ...

SOUNDS

With a Les Paul for years it has gone well together ... with pedals (BOSS, ZOOM, etc). ... also but hey it's a transistor amp, the sound was frankly nothing to do with a good tube amp ...
The lack of clean heat, the distortion is nice, pretty realistic ...
This is an amp "boilerplate" for the price of the day, we could afford a Marshall correct.
His only concern: the knobs who spit with time ... I would have to change them ...
I recently emerged from the cellar, not used for 7 or 8 years, it still works!
Rather strong ...

OVERALL OPINION

Used between 1995 and 2003, he made rehearsals, scenes, never worry about except the knobs which crachouillent after 4 / 5 years of use ...
Its strong point is his versatility
His weakness: lack of personality
I switched on after Peavey Bandit 112 with calculator (warmer) and a Vox AC30 (very hot!) Is on that has nothing to do but to start, an amp is correct .. .

Read the previous opinions

UTILIZATION

There's no simpler, passing a little time on it, we can find the sound you want.

SOUNDS

I play with a Hagstrom Super Swede. I agree with previous opinions about the sound is not really clear that great, but for someone not too demanding, I think especially for those seeking a first "big" amp, it will be ample case.

But for my part, I am a big fan of distortion. I like to play pretty heavy riffs in the style stoner, doom and sludge, and this amp satisfies me completely on that side.
I use no pedal.

OVERALL OPINION

I use it for almost 2 ½ years now. I am satisfied, and I do not change it for the moment (mostly because I have no money in fact). But it is true that by 1 or 2 years, I will think more seriously.
I probably do it again the choice of buying used. I do not think the purchase nine is a very good deal, but just to find one in good condition at 150 €, there's no hesitation, especially since it is not uncommon to find in classifieds.

Transistor amplifier
An input jack "input", input / output for connecting an end (crank, pedal)
A Knob to adjust the level of this effect
Reverb not very nice
Conventional settings (severe acute ...)
2 Sounds clear correct
Its not very nice crunch
Its saturated with gain and contour to reach a saturation very suitable

UTILIZATION

settings as "the bare minimum" is in fact the fast lap.
Do not be too specialized or too demanding (what is my case)

SOUNDS

I play mostly rock and hard rock (Metallica)
I have a boss GT8 pedal because with time, the sound of this amp appears such that it is: OK!
I play primarily on Gibson LP
The saturation is the sound that I prefer the crunch is really not nice

OVERALL OPINION

The input for plugging in an effect can be used to connect a microphone (to sing) or another guitar.Je think that this was not an intended use by the manufacturer.
at the time of the acaht (1994), that was an amp combo affordable, to be the proud owner of a MARSHALL.En again, it shows its limits rapidemenet power when the acoustic drum s expresses ...
Today, I think that it has a far more complete concurence on value for money, effects, power ...
If I were to sell it, I requested 200 to € Max
It fits very nicely into a corner of the room, and can allow the scene if there is a sound

Hybrid amplifier, a lamp type 12AX7 or ECC83 in preamp and power section has transistors.
80 Watts which I moderate with a voltage divider to play at home with almost the maximum gains while keeping a proper level. (To ensure good impedance)
Power clearly sufficient to cover almost a drummer and playing outdoors on stage before an area-type village square, school yard ...
The sound is warm thanks to the lamp and can be modulated according to the model installed.
After 18 years of service, I've finally preferred a model while JCM 2000 60W lamp of the same brand of course.

By the way: rde j'em .... anyone nicknamed the mark badly Walk! Na!

UTILIZATION

Complete settings, intuitive, we come away with the sound you want. A special mention for the button that changes the contour medium range in a flash and can move from its metal than to ACDC.
Well, it depends on the guitar that one branch there of course but many of my friends tend rock / blues / hard envy me my sound. And this void!
Maybe he should expect to have forgotten the sound of Mark Knopfler but these will be oriented towards the long Fender.
The manual is lost and body well and I do not care.
It lacks a headphone output and a speaker other than that nothing. Oh yes, I fitted with solid wheels and I sit on it occasionally.

SOUNDS

For me ideal for hard rock of the 80's and early 90's. I'm not a fan of effects, I tried and eventually it fills me. It is on the pedal with gain, EQ can be given a heavier sound type the 2000s but not my thing.
He goes to the ACDC, Maiden, early Metallica, ZZ Top, but also phone, Cure, Police, etc. .... classical music actually!


OVERALL OPINION

I bought this amp because I was dreaming of a tube sound and can not afford a brand lamp was an excellent price / performance ratio.
He accompanied me for 18 years of happiness. Never any problem mail. We can change the sound by changing the lamp preamp. A 15 € room should not go without.
Today I continue the adventure on a JCM 2000 and is (obviously) better.
Well, I do not hide anymore, I love this brand. I recommend it.

transistor with a lamp 12ax preamp
a clear channel, a saturated reverb, 80 watts

UTILIZATION

config simple, effective settings, I did not have the manual with
we get a good sound easily

SOUNDS

I play with a classic stratovolcano vibes and an Ibanez Talman
I do not play in the clear, and clearly that's fine
sound distortion is average but i do not care
the 12-hp celestion is very good, warm, full ... nikel
the amp is very powerful, more than enough for rehearsals and concerts!

OVERALL OPINION

I paid in the upper (180 euro) 150 euro seems to me more appropriate, but hey, it avoided me the risks of sending so ...
for once having had a classic 30, a pro junior, then I'm happy to return to an amp without lights (this is still less binding), and which still sounds pretty darn good, portable, the weight is correct and a priori strong ... but it remains to be seen
I already did a concert with ... and no problem, he does exactly the taf
we found lots of OCCAZ, I would say quze it's time to invest, because his replacement mg did not get good press ...

(Originally written by barvador/translated from Audiofanzine FR)
I've been owning this amp since 1990. The preamp sports one tube for channel 2. All other sections use high-quality mosfet components. The amp is rated at 80 watts but it sounds softer than a 30 watt all-tube amp. This amp has no cons, it's easy to use and rather comprehensive. At that time it became the first tube/solid-state hybrid amp. It's quite heavy.

No effect, two channels (clean/OD1) with independent EQ sections and two nice additional crunch/OD2 modes. Contour control, adjustable FX loop, footswitch, master control, Accutronics reverb, Eminence speaker. It was a high-end product when it came out but it's only an average amp now.

UTILIZATION

The clean channel has a linear and dynamic response but it sounds a bit too cold. The crunch sound is convincing.

The OD channel has an other sound color thanks to the preamp's tube, the contour control is very effective and it provides a wide range of overdrive options. Very good. OD2 mode produces a strong and intense distortion. The contour allows you get sounds ranging from blues to heavy metal. The amp is very versatile. The high-frequency response is sometimes a bit too sharp.

The adjustable FX loop adds versatility to your effects. You'll certainly find the sound you need. The amp sounds really nice with a good overdrive or boost pedal.

SOUNDS

Strat, Les Paul, whatever, every single guitar sounds great! The amp's response is transparent but the clean sound could be rounder and warmer. The crunch sound isn't artificial at all. The amp is very versatile even without effect pedals. When the amp was launched tube amps had become trendy again but they were very expensive because no one manufactured good tubes anymore, except for the Russians and the iron curtain has just fallen.

Very versatile lead channel and settings. It's a real Marshall amp so the distortion is very good. You can enhance it with a boost or overdrive pedal like a TS9 or a DOD 308. You'll find the right sound for each music style. The amp is versatile and convenient... You can even sit down on it!

OVERALL OPINION

The potentiometers are old and generate noise so I will have to replace them. I bought a Classic 30, which give me a warmer and more bluesy sound but the Marshall is still very effective for heavy distortions.

Considering the performance it's worth more than its price. It's very reliable, the tube has a long life and the OD sound is interesting. It provided a great value for money when it first came out and it had a huge success. I don't know if there is an equivalent nowadays.

I would buy it again. At that time, Fender amps (the '85 for example) didn't sound good and amps from other brands in this price range sounded cold. Notice: it doesn't provide the sound of an all-tube Marshall amp. It sounds cleaner and brighter.

(Originally written by victhebig/translated from Audiofanzine FR)
Hybrid amp with one preamp tube.

Controls: tube gain, bass, mid, high, channel on/off, OD1/OD2 drive, contour, FX loop with dry/wet mix, reverb, master volume, line out.

UTILIZATION

It's my first big amp so my opinion is very subjective.

This is an old Marshall Valvestate model so I'm going to have to service it. I'll replace the condensers, resolder the connectors, eventually replace the potentiometers, clean it thoroughly, replace the speaker (for a Vintage Celestion), etc.

Sometimes, it shows typical Valvestate defects: noise, signal level loss... You must know how to service it!

SOUNDS

Excellent sound but you'll need a booster pedal for lead guitar parts when playing with a band.

Clean rhythm parts have a pleasant and natural presence.

The clean channel with high gain settings sounds great with distortion pedals (Rat Proco).

Rhythm parts with OD2 and the Contour turned all the way are perfect for heavy metal.

The OD1 setting produces nice and typical TS9 or AC/DC chord sounds.

OVERALL OPINION

I've had it one week. Its sound quality and character are very impressive even at home with very low output volumes.

Nevertheless, you'll need an additional 4x12" cabinet when you play with a band... or you'll get a "mosquito sound"! In this case, watch out for your ears!

(Originally written by laurentdom/translated from Audiofanzine FR)
Connections, settings and output power have already been described.

I only miss a headphone output.

UTILIZATION

Very easy setup.

The clean option is worth a description. It provides a classic clean tone, but with the crunch switch you get a more bluesy sound. I like the latter... It sounds great with a delay pedal.

Even if the clean sound isn't quite as good as that of a Fender, it's very nice.

The distortion/overdrive option can be boosted. When you play with the settings, especially with the gain control (to get some tube action), you get a really nice vintage sound!! (I play a Les Paul with 57 Classic pickups).

I always find a sound fulfilling my needs... It's true that you need to play a bit with the knobs, but anybody ought to be able to find a satisfying sound.

User's manual???? I never needed it!!! (the amp is 15 years old and I lost the user's manual along the way...)

SOUNDS

I mainly play southern rock, Led Zeppelin, blues, etc. And heavy metal in some rare occasions.

The crunch sound is very good. The overdrive too. The distortion sound perfectly matches my taste. It doesn't sound too muddy. I really like this amp.

OVERALL OPINION

If you are not a heavy metal fan this amp might be right for you! I've been using it for about 5 years and I never thought about selling it. It will die a natural death in my arms...

I love its vintage sound, and its crunch for blues songs.

Very good value for money.