5 Minutes with the Marshall JTM45

[@LeonTodd]

Anyone outraged I didn't jump the channels, please vent here.

[@d-mack7053]

There didn't need to be any talk here......'NUFF SAID!!!

[@GuitarsnCars]

I’ve never wanted to jumper the channels on a plexi for drive sounds however I did get good results from using a switcher n using channel 2 as a clean . With an eq it was easy to dial out the mud.

[@dan_perry]

I'm cool with it, but you could do a follow up vid...you know for " those" folks.

[@luthiervandros]

Lmao

[@Smittefar1]

Well .... You should have :D

[@hybridnoisebloom]

Not even two minutes in, and this already sounds like the best demo of a JTM45 I've heard here. Just a magic amp. Cheers.

[@LeonTodd]

The amp that started it all! *waiting for the Bassman fans to roast me for that statement*

[@thecaveofthedead]

That, for me, is the best sound it's possible to make with an electric guitar. Gibson scale length, PAFs, set neck guitar into a cranked JTM45. I don't need more gain. I don't need a tighter bottom end (except insofar as I'm getting older). I just need that.

[@-DILLIGAF]

I totally agree. This is such a dynamic and responsive amplifier. Those who know how to articulate their pick attack and roll their volume knob will be rewarded greatly!

[@robertrogers2395]

Me too at 53

[@thechannelforeverything2170]

The dirty tones that come out of that amplifier are absolutely world class. Truly one of the greatest sounds ever.

[@jessetate9701]

This is the tone of a real tube amp! Nothing beats its

[@FrederickW]

Nice Stryper pfp!

[@jessetate9701]

@@FrederickW thanks bro! Love stryper seen them live they brought out Wynonna Judd to seeing to hell with the devil

[@thesunbehindthesun1574]

My personal favorite Marshall. I love it's ability to keep that clean tone clarity mixed with the raunchy, natural tube overdrive when cranked. Then after that comes the SLP59 100w.

[@gnr4381]

That’s pretty much AC/DC for ya. Clean with the raunchy bite to it

[@themotocrossmodchannelWulfMX]

The best 5 minutes and 7 seconds of my day boss...thank you thank you thank you. Joshua

[@LeonTodd]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@bluesful]

Just straight up, no BS, pure rock tone. Great stuff. I just got a JTM45/100 and it's like this but even bigger.

[@joshmuz9018]

I love all your hard rock Amps and tones but this one was special, its like hearing that one singer who has that voice that gives you chills and stands out above the rest,so much depth, detail and personality to it. Perfect amp

[@xanderraymondcharles]

you're so talented man. you inspire me to play and get better. Great video boss

[@royokinawa]

The tonal bliss of this amp just grabs you and locks you into a groove...Yes Indeed.

[@chrisday5341]

That was absolutely raunchy. Loved every second of it! Killer!

[@megatop412]

Didn't notice I had drooled on myself until the end. Fantastic demo of a legendary amplifier

[@masque1313]

As good as that sounds What are not saying is that sitting in that room and also being able to FEEL the amp would of been glorious. That’s what so many people who only use modeling software miss out on.......nothing can match an amp like that actually running though a guitar cab and you standing right next to it. Only that combo of things can create that sound AND feel. Great playing Leon!!!! Thanks for sharing.

[@donmario6004]

Absolutely a yes on the jumped channels. Let's be honest, "MOST" use cases of this amp benefit from jumping. Playing in small clubs is a perfect, and very common, example. Outdoors? Sure, I'll let mine wail creamy and smooth out of the 'top left', but for 98% of my use, and most, I think, blending brings it! And for Strats and Teles, it thickens them beautifully. Any player experienced with plexis knows you've got to roll way off on the bass as the volume swells and as you blend in the normal channel and/or volume, lest you lose dynamics. I'm no fan of muddy tone, but I'm also respectful of people's ears, so to carefully blend in some channel 2, yields the plexi's goods at much more reasonable volumes. Sure, if you can get away with playing at 2 o'clock or more, rock on, on your high treble, but for the rest of us mere mortals...well, I think I've made my point.

[@DesSherwoodGuitarTuition]

Tasty riffs and licks and your dynamics are appreciated also;-))

[@davebird534]

Man I got to agree with everybody else here, that jtm 45 sounds killer! It has really super nice articulation and clarity but hasn't really rich thick robust midrange that's super harmonic. and it's not harsh in the 2K upper mid-range area like many area like many jmp Marshalls are. 100 watt amps especially. Just sounds musical to me ❤

[@steveo44]

Best cranked tones ever and the cleans are sweet too. Amazing demo

[@DragDealer]

The filth and phrasing was mind melting 🫠🫡🤘🏻

[@dcscott100]

Great playing and sound. Even greater guitar faces! :)

[@divebomb99]

You can't spell "Todd" without "OD"! Good video.

[@LeonTodd]

Hahaha I'm going to put that on a shirt

[@divebomb99]

As you should! 'tis catchy my friend! Love your stuff.

[@798125]

Leon Toverdriverich! My favorite hard rock guitarist! 🤟🏻😎

[@markslist1542]

It stands for The Over Drive Doctor.

[@phillybhatesme]

Came for the demo. Enjoyed the playing a lot. Stayed for the facial expressions.

[@DanLeggatt]

Your facial expressions say it all man 😂 Killer tones!

[@christyisaacs5220]

Hey Leon Hoosier daddy here. Had to borrow a phone since mine died. God that sounds good. That hammer is killer and perfect for that jtm.. thanks brother...!!!!

[@JonasSweden1]

Awesome playing 👏🏻

[@PeterDad60]

Best sounding amp on earth. I've had (3) three of them! When I find one that lasts longer than 10 day's in my home I'll keep it! Best sound that I've every played. - Peter age 71 ------> 72 in 22 more day's!

[@slash91991]

Are you saying two of yours broke?

[@Someguy-ic3mu]

@@slash91991 He's saying he blew up the two by cranking them.

[@PeterDad60]

@@slash91991 Three (3) brand new Marshall JTM45's went down within 10 days of receiving. I did not crank them beyond 3-1/2 volume level as that is plenty for my home. Well, ok I did go up to 5 only a couple of times just to hear it cranked. But that was way to loud for me so my loudest playing volume was 3-1/2.- Peter age 74

[@PeterDad60]

@@Someguy-ic3mu I never said any such thing. You have misinterpreted my original comment. I'm saying that Three (3) brand new Marshall JTM45's developed problems within 10 days of receiving them. So I sent them back. My usual playing volume with my JTM45's was 3-1/2 and that was pretty loud but not overly loud. Yes I did crank them once or twice up to around 5 but that was way to loud for my home. I did that just to hear them cranked. But I never played them on 5 for more for more than a few minutes at a time as the roar was deafening and absolutely ear damaging. So I settled on 3-1/2 because that was pretty loud and had the cranked tone I love. Very sadly, each and every one of my 3 brand new JTM45's developed problems right away. I have a power regulator to protect my gear. Also I have 15 other tube amps that have never given me any problems at all. I vow to one day to purchase another Marshall JTM45 because it's the tone and sound that inspires me. This time if it develops a problem I will send it back for repair instead of a refund. I want, I need a Marshall JTM45 in my life. Every amp I own I dial in as close to the JTM45 sound but none of them can get that exact sound. I play every day-all day long and then I play while in by bed. - Peter age 74

[@rlm4471]

I gigged with a JTM 45 clone or many years. Great setup. I have never heard a modeler get close to what a good JTM 45 can do. Same with a good tweed Bassman or Deluxe.

[@ethansimpson1007]

2 years ago, I was agonising over a JTM or a SL for my Angus rig. This video and the fact I found a JTM for 500 quid (approx $1,000,000 by today's standards) made me realise this was the head for me! Thanks again, Leon. Watch out for ACDC GB and I wannna jam to Sin City!

[@seanriley9045]

Sounds so natural

[@johnfritzenjr.1240]

The sound of rock and roll

[@dickdastardly2560]

Now this is one Glorious amp!!! 😆😆

[@joshuamichael4312]

Thanks a lot man. Now I've gone and ordered myself a jtm45 and I'm in big shit with my wife 🤣

[@joshmuz9018]

Hehehe

[@Vizzie87]

Same

[@jimihendrix3143]

We've all been there

[@tgmotz]

Same here. While also giving a side eye look at a used 1959HW Super lead in my area. Man an I in trouble.... she doesn't know yet but she's going to hear it soon enough hahahahahaahahaha

[@Stashmanfpv]

I ordered a Ceriatone JTM 45/100 “Experienced” model because the JTM is such a beast of an amp and the one Ceriatone makes just kills!!! I’d also ordered their OTS Mini 20 (Dumble style) since they make such terrific amps, but the wait for the OTS is 12-16 weeks and the JTM is 24-28 weeks… So, I live vicariously through these JTM videos until mine arrives. Thanks Leon for the great review, as always… 🔥✌🏼

[@TheCjbowman]

No talkin', just rockin' Yaassss 🤘😆🤘

[@mattkozink7488]

Heading towards that 50k sub level. It would be appropriate if this vid puts you over the top. 👏👏

[@LeonTodd]

Blows my mind!

[@HF1600ie]

Great tone. I couldn't get this out of my VM in LDR. It looks to me it's only the high treble channel you're using. Thinking about cloning this circuit into the LDR of the VM.

[@stevenmgyori3826]

Well done LT! Classic and Legendary Tones! Great to Visit an Old Friend! Thanks for sharing Brother! Be Well All!

[@larryb3946]

Oh that just sounds ridiculously good!!!!!

[@paulbates4100]

Just have to keep coming back to this. Fantastic job playing the greatest rock and roll amp (IMHO) Mr Todd! Always have to go listen to some Accadacca after this to get it out of my system.

[@LeonTodd]

Let the power of the Young bros flow!

[@MustangStevie7]

Hey kid, now thats rockin roll! What speaker did you use?

[@samborac46]

Hey, it's a Hamer!!! Great sound and playing as always dude

[@nicolasortiz5534]

Your playing fits the amps you play. Sweet playing

[@paulbates4100]

One word... GLORIOUS!

[@MarkPritchardGuitar]

Superb Leon! Great sounding amp, i love using this amp for cleans, it does a great job, a full fat sounding amp! Hope your ears are okay haha

[@JoseOrozcoGuitar]

Hey Mark 👋🏻🤘🏻

[@MarkPritchardGuitar]

Hey Jose, good to see you here 👍🏻

[@fedboy21]

The filthier section riff, im gonna steal it 🍻🍻🍻

[@SVR1968]

Great playing, and what fantastic Marshall Amp.

[@dantahoua]

That's the real deal!

[@pclindholm]

Awesome tones - I really dig that amp.

[@WalkerMasuda]

Damn, dude... You kind of blind sided me with all the tasty riffs. Your playing was on fire here!

[@sadwingsraging3044]

Damn you Leon, now I am feeling homesick for Beale Street in Memphis! You, that guitar, that amp, and a bottle of bourbon on my table at B B Kings listening to you would be a damn good night.

[@markford4587]

Amen bro. Railing seat upstairs and some of those tasty ribs...

[@sadwingsraging3044]

@@markford4587 I think Leon is trying to pull the wool over my eyes when he said he didn't grow up playing this style of guitar.

[@Smittefar1]

That amp just always provides a good time

[@208414]

That thing is very dynamic. It is no wonder why it’s a classic circuit.

[@donciseau]

Excellent playing!

[@brownsfan7753]

The sound of Rock!

[@HerrSchnabelewopski]

I am outraged that you didn't jump the channels, so I'm venting here :p How loud were you running it? Any idea?

[@johncartelli]

i have a Mojotone jtm 45..picked it up already built for $500 on ebay......amazing amp...

[@johnlewis8527]

Sounds so awesome

[@olric63]

I have the same Hamer Artist, with different pups though. Such a great guitar...

[@MaxPower-js1sk]

That’s a great guitar. I had a similar model in the 80s. It might have been the same model.

[@Michel-r6m]

JTM45 and Deluxe is all I'd need 🤠 Enjoy 😎

[@LucasLeCompteMusic]

You also need to try a Friedman Dirty Shirley. if you havent. It is based on a JMT but is freidafied. It sounds awesome on the axe fx.

[@LeonTodd]

The DS2 on the Axe is really tasty.

[@danieldamianflores7247]

Un crack total. Abrazo desde Argentina

[@masterofthetelecaster]

Great playing man! A fantastic amp in the hands of a great player! I just had an eargasm! 😀

[@donmario6004]

It's nothing special at all

[@Metalfreak327]

God damn that sounds perfect.

[@tomthumb4325]

Great demo and playing sir awesome tones coming from this amp I can't decide between this or a plexi damn it greetings from Bonnie Scotland

[@LeonTodd]

get a vintage modern and meet half way :p

[@jameslugo]

Damn Leon, I love this video.

[@LeonTodd]

It's the simple things in life :)

[@brandonproctor3639]

Yeah, it's definitely got that "thing"

[@yagoravell7944]

The Marshall is good, that hammer is great 😍

[@d.a.t.4699]

Lucky bugger....sounds great man!

[@aussie_philosopher8079]

Don't see many using hamer guitars, highly underrated guitars.

[@LeonTodd]

Yeah they're hidden gems

[@stratolestele7611]

I think they're more under-appreciated than underrated. I think they're amazing and I'd love to have one. I'd take it in heartbeat over a PRS. Next to a Les Paul DC (made in a good year, on a good day), it would be harder to choose.

[@prayl2850]

Leon what were your settings? I run mine at the following. Pre-5, bass 0, Mid 10, treb 10, high teb 1 3. I normally don’t jump channels but sometimes do depending on the gig location. Thanks and keep rockin mate!

[@LeonTodd]

Very similar to yours from memory!

[@pabk7808]

that head is in my tone heaven magazine cool sound❤

[@chrisact9601]

It certainly does a thing, doesn't it? :)

[@LeonTodd]

It does the the thing and boy does it do it well

[@chrisact9601]

@@LeonTodd That Hamer is a lovely looking guitar too.

[@russelw.6288]

I need one to compare with my 2203 jcm800 from the 80‘s

[@fadlyhans82]

Is it ok if I buy this amp and play with pedals?I got loads of pedals and just love the looks and sound of this amp. Simple and straight up. Btw,I’m just playing at home.

[@LeonTodd]

It's a great pedal platform

[@fadlyhans82]

@@LeonTodd great to hear this. Gonna start by selling off the SC-20H and get this amp. Yeah!!

[@88grinder]

Great tones mate. I have a new JTM45 clone and loving it. How were the EQ settings in this video? Cheers!

[@LeonTodd]

Bass real low, treble cranked, mids around 10 o'clock. The fathead takes a lot of the harshness out of the top end too which helps.

[@Matthias_Jabs]

Леон, привет, ты крутой парень, я многое у тебя подсмотрел. Как ты относишься к усилителям Ceriatone ? Мне понравилось.

[@cbclinic]

What was the volume set on once you started doing the ac/dc style stuff? Thank you.

[@jensk4140]

You really enjoyed that man, we all see that! I own a jtm45 so i know the feeling 😊. A question: whats the guitar behind the white les paul in the back? Looks like a coral sitar sort of guitar to me.

[@LeonTodd]

Danelectro Coral Sitar, well spotted!

[@94xjrgodown2]

Todd !Add a SoloDallas Storm or Schaffer Replica pedal to this or any head and it will make it sparkle. The secret ingredient in Angus's (and many others in the '70's ) tone literally by accident!

[@LeonTodd]

Those look amazing!

[@94xjrgodown2]

Leon Todd Leon! They are the real deal. They make amps sing. You have to try one if you can. The best players in the world have them on their rigs.

[@northfortyrecords]

LOVE this video. Love it.

[@LeonTodd]

Thank you!!

[@getransistor]

Love the amp and Looooove the Hamer. Good choice Bro.

[@LeonTodd]

Hamer are all class, wonderful guitars

[@nakai_bee6024]

Dude! Nice playing!

[@Eventual420]

The one amp they made of solid brown sugar. Signal flow 👍. ...🤘😜🤘... R A G D O L L .R. O. C. K. S.

[@cobowe]

Great Demo

[@bobbybaghdad522]

Man, that was super pretty! How ‘bout the ‘59 Plexi? Why choosing this JTM over it?

[@homebrewznz3482]

Good stuff LT 👍

[@peterschmidt9942]

It certainly does that Acadaca sound extremely well. What speakers were in the mesa cab Leon? V30's I'm guessing? First replacement pickup I ever bought was a SD '59. I've lost count of the amount of guitars I've put it in and it's sounded great in each. It's definitely a keeper, although it's "between" guitars at the moment. Don't worry, I've got a special perfect project lined up for it.

[@LeonTodd]

There's a V30 and a T75 which seem to work pretty well together. The SD 59 just works!

[@giemmi76]

Sei fantastico!!

[@1qaz2wsx588]

Sounds fantastic. Who needs jumped channels with tone this damn good anyway :)

[@dizzyastr989]

If it came down to it, would you rather have this amp, or a JCM800 to record an entire rock n roll album with?

[@igolfjtweetler4097]

you can hear that classic hard rock tone

[@nunoharris]

Hi Whats the year of your amp? Thanks

[@frostyupnorth]

Fantastic playing and tone. What is the filtering on that amp?

[@giulianosoranno8911]

Ok ok it sounds good..😁,, now the challenge is... let’s do it with Fractal 😜

[@Theodanssacabane]

Simple as it gets !!!! It's Rock !!!!

[@IndigoVagrant]

I have the same guitar as you! Except mine doesn't have the f hole. Dig it man. How has yours held up over the the years? I still have the Duncan 59's on mine. I changed out the tuners for better ones, but the rest is still stock, a 90's Hamer doublecut.

[@LeonTodd]

Duncan 59's in this one too! Holding up great - this is a 2002 from memory.

[@Ollonskog]

How close could you get to this sound with a Marshall Vintage Modern?

[@douglasdejager8450]

What speakers are in the Mesa 2 x 12?

[@lager9342]

What tubes are in your amp? Nice sounds!