? about purchasing a JCM 800 half stack

[Easyrider7467]

Hello,
The studio we practice in is considering selling their JCM 800 half stack. It has been re-wired for 75 watt and 100 watt channels (so I'm told). The head is out at a shop getting a once-over and will have new tubes installed. I don't know the year (I'm sure the owner knows, have to ask) but I suspect its from the early 80's.
The very appealing part is that its tubes.
Marshall sells a combo called the for around $800.
My question is this:
Go for the JCM 800 (20 year)head and bottom?
or
Go for the new (comes with built in chorus/delay, delay,chorus, flange, 2 channels and new in technology.)MG100HDFX ?

Thanks in advance,John

[Easyrider7467]

Re: ? about purchasing a JCM 800 half stack

The combo is called the MG100HDFX

[It's All In My H3ad]

Re: ? about purchasing a JCM 800 half stack

If I were you I'd go for the JCM800. The MG series sucks.

[JerryP]

Re: ? about purchasing a JCM 800 half stack

Go for the JCM800. It will retain it's value not to mention it's a smoking amp.
Jerry

[toddstaples]

Re: ? about purchasing a JCM 800 half stack

Uhhhh....... Is this a Trick Question?
JCM800 [img]images/icons/grin.gif[/img]

[RacerX]

Re: ? about purchasing a JCM 800 half stack

retain its value

[Lordofgain]

Re: ? about purchasing a JCM 800 half stack

Definately take the JCM800 over the crappy MG series. Shouldnt even really be a question.

[Easyrider7467]

Re: ? about purchasing a JCM 800 half stack

Thanks for the reponses. I agree the question is no contest, never can be to sure when spending some cash. John

[data187]

Re: ? about purchasing a JCM 800 half stack

i would make sure you check the jcm800 thoroughly. equipment in rehersal studios usually get abused and parts like speakers, pots, etc might be worn out. just my 2¢