Backing Track Comparison - 2203X, 1987XL, Jubilee 2555

[dptone5]

Hey everyone,

Just wanted to get your thoughts on which amp sounds best against this particular backing track.

Please note - this was one rough take for each amp, so it's a mess from a playing perspective!! I just want some input on what amp is really working with this new Les Paul, so I have come to the experts!!

Signal chain:

Gibson Les Paul Standard 1960 (bridge pickup - 61T)
Xotic BB Pre-Amp (front end boost - no gain, just some volume to push amp a little)
Marshall amp
Suhr Reactive Load IR
Focusrite Clarett 4Pre
Logic Pro

For the JCM 800 and Jubilee, I used the Suhr 4x12 Greenback IR. For the Plexi 1987XL, I used the Celestion 4x12 Greenback IR. The Suhr was not as tight with the Plexi, and the low end was a little looser. The Celestion sounded better to my ears with the Plexi, but the Suhr sounded better with the other two.

As always, thanks for listening and any input you can provide!!

DP

 

[paul-e-mann]

Hey everyone,

Just wanted to get your thoughts on which amp sounds best against this particular backing track.

Please note - this was one rough take for each amp, so it's a mess from a playing perspective!! I just want some input on what amp is really working with this new Les Paul, so I have come to the experts!!

Signal chain:

Gibson Les Paul Standard 1960 (bridge pickup - 61T)
Xotic BB Pre-Amp (front end boost - no gain, just some volume to push amp a little)
Marshall amp
Suhr Reactive Load IR
Focusrite Clarett 4Pre
Logic Pro

For the JCM 800 and Jubilee, I used the Suhr 4x12 Greenback IR. For the Plexi 1987XL, I used the Celestion 4x12 Greenback IR. The Suhr was not as tight with the Plexi, and the low end was a little looser. The Celestion sounded better to my ears with the Plexi, but the Suhr sounded better with the other two.

As always, thanks for listening and any input you can provide!!

DP

I liked the plexi it sat best in the mix, the other two were just as good but had more low end that I didnt like as much, could be the cab difference.

 

[dptone5]

Thanks Pedecamp. The Suhr IR has more low end for sure. I also keep the bass fairly high on the amp. I had it on 6 on the Jubilee and 8 on the 2203x. I was thinking the same thing and perhaps I should back the bass down a bit when using that IR.

 

[tubes]

I liked the 800 best.
I have to admit that my concentration was not on the treble end.

 

[Geeze]

Funny- I was all set to pick the 1987 before I heard anything. But with the backing track the smoothness [almost violin like at times] the 2555 impressed me. It sat in the mix very well not dominating it. The clarity of the 2203 was good. The rawness of the 1987 [what sets that amp apart] was tasty and would be my second choice.

All three amps were excellent and great playing too!

Russ

 

[dptone5]

I liked the 800 best.
I have to admit that my concentration was not on the treble end.

Thanks Tubes. That is my feeling overall as well. I thought the 800 overall is my favorite. I can add presence or treble, or lower the bass on the EQ, to lessen the low end.

 

[dptone5]

Funny- I was all set to pick the 1987 before I heard anything. But with the backing track the smoothness [almost violin like at times] the 2555 impressed me. It sat in the mix very well not dominating it. The clarity of the 2203 was good. The rawness of the 1987 [what sets that amp apart] was tasty and would be my second choice.

All three amps were excellent and great playing too!

Russ

Thanks Russ. Appreciate you listening and providing feedback. I agree that all 3 sound very good and they all have that Marshall tone, but with a slightly different flavor. I used to own 7 heads, but after messing with them for awhile, I sold 4 of them. The Plexi, Jubilee and 800 were keepers in my mind.

I really like this 2021 Gibson Les Paul Standard 1960 too. I have been a Strat, Super-Strat person for years, but this Les Paul plays and sounds great. But it is heavy!!

 

[Michael Roe]

The Jubilee is what I liked best. Any of them would do though. All 3 are Marshalls so, you got it covered. I personally thought the 800 sounded the worse, kind of muddy compared to the other two but, I always think 800s sound muddy.
If you make your own rhythm tracks, always add the Jubilee with any other Marshall amp....they just work.
Nice playing, BTW!

 

[dptone5]

Thanks Michael. I love the Jubilee for rhythm tracks too. The versatility and responsive EQ is hard to beat. And for low volume playing, it is clearly the best to me.

 

[Geeze]

I really like this 2021 Gibson Les Paul Standard 1960 too. I have been a Strat, Super-Strat person for years, but this Les Paul plays and sounds great. But it is heavy!!

Heavy is where it's at for me 12+ pound LP S and a super strat as well.

Russ

 

[Mitchell Pearrow]

As the others have posted. All 3 sound great, (nice playing as well) but I picked #3.
And I am a big fan of the 1987, and clip #1 was hard to let go , but I favored #3 the most..

Thanks for sharing your work brother!!

Mitch

 

[X2203xman]

The silver jube track! Great job as always!!

 

[dptone5]

As the others have posted. All 3 sound great, (nice playing as well) but I picked #3.
And I am a big fan of the 1987, and clip #1 was hard to let go , but I favored #3 the most..

Thanks for sharing your work brother!!

Mitch

Thanks for listening and for the kind words Mitch!! Glad you liked the tracks!

 

[dptone5]

The silver jube track! Great job as always!!

Thanks 2203xman!! Thought you'd pick the 2203x!! LOL. Thanks for listening and commenting my friend!

 

[X2203xman]

Thanks 2203xman!! Thought you'd pick the 2203x!! LOL. Thanks for listening and commenting my friend!

I know! I always love the 2203.They all sound good here.It was a tough choice.